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<\/p>\nPsychology is a course that studies the various ways people think, act, react and interact in the community. It is the study of human and animal behaviour. Psychology is often put alongside other science subjects. However, it is also considered one of the social sciences; a subject like Biology, on the other hand, is considered one of the pure sciences.<\/p>\n
This article provides information on questions related to admission requirements for Psychology. JAMB UTME subject combination for Psychology, O level and A-level admission requirements such as WAEC subjects required, Nigerian universities offering Psychology and other necessary information to help you in getting admission and understanding more about the course.<\/p>\n
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Psychology is a B.Sc program which means that graduates are awarded a B.Sc degree. Psychology is such a course that cuts across the divide of arts and science. Many times arts students have been able to study the course, as long as the subjects are well combined. Read on below:<\/p>\n
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is the body that organises the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This is a computer-based examination for prospective undergraduate students in Nigeria. The UTME is an important criterion used for into Nigerian universities and other institutions.<\/p>\n
In JAMB, one has to take four subjects. English language is a compulsory JAMB subject for Psychology and will be combined with the other three subjects. You also must make a score above 200 so as to be safe and rest assured of admission with any Nigerian university. Students who have below 200 may be denied of admission or the chance to write a Post UTME.<\/p>\n
O\u2019 level requirements for admission into Nigerian universities to study Psychology include: Five credit passes in the following subjects: English language, Biology or Health Science, Mathematics and three other subjects at Secondary School Certificate Examination\/ Ordinary level General Certificate of Education (GCE) which is organized by the National Examination Council (NECO)\/ the West African Examination Council (WAEC) or its equivalent.<\/p>\n
The five credits required in the WAEC will entail the three compulsory ones which are Biology\/Health Science, English language, Mathematics and either of the following:<\/p>\n
Government\/History<\/p>\n
Physics<\/p>\n
Chemistry<\/p>\n
Literature<\/p>\n
A trade subject<\/p>\n
JAMB is not the only available option to\u00a0gain admission into Nigerian Universities. If one has difficulties gaining admission via JAMB, one can also try IJBM, JUBEB, ND, HND. These are often referred to as direct entry.<\/p>\n
Candidates seeking admission via direct entry are expected to have the following requirements: In addition to the O\u2019 level requirements must have:<\/p>\n
Psychology is a highly competitive and employable degree. The services of Psychologists are often needed in many spheres and areas. Students of Psychology study and attempt to understand the mental functions of a person and how it affects the behaviour of an individual in the context of a social environment.<\/p>\n
Psychology relies on scientific methods and experiments and helps students to understand the principles of human behaviour. Psychology requires critical thinking, the application of data and statistics, social skills and even figures.<\/p>\n
This understanding of human behaviour has been proven useful in work environments. More so, the knowledge derived from Psychology also helps boosts family relationships helping to diagnose issues among family and friends.<\/p>\n
Contrary to what many believe and think, the social sciences and especially psychology is not a dead end. Psychology has its branches in other courses such as law, social work, teaching, business and many more.<\/p>\n
Other courses related to Psychology are:<\/p>\n
A psychology degree is useful and applicable in the following careers:<\/p>\n
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