Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, has officially opened its application process for the 2024/2025 academic session.
The university now welcomes all suitably qualified candidates to apply for admission into the Interim Joint Matriculation Board Examination (IJMBE) programme.
Understanding the IJMBE Programme
IJMBE is a national examination body endorsed by the Federal Government of Nigeria and accredited by the Nigerian University Commission (NUC) as an Advanced Level (A/L) examination.
This prestigious program is designed to prepare candidates for higher-level education, offering qualifying students the opportunity to gain 200-level admission into Ambrose Alli University or any other Nigerian University via Direct Entry (DE).
Furthermore, the IJMBE certificate is recognized by several foreign universities for admission.
Programme Requirements
Eligible applicants must have a minimum of five (5) credit passes in at least two (2) sittings in SSCE/WASC/GEC O’ Level/NECO/NABTEB. These credit passes must include English Language, Mathematics, and at least three (3) relevant subjects.
Admitted candidates will also be required to select three (3) subject combinations related to their desired course of study at the university.
Duration of the Programme
The IJMBE programme is scheduled to last twelve (12) calendar months, split into two (2) semesters.
Subject Combinations
Each candidate for the IJMBE program must present three (3) Advanced Level combinable subjects pertinent to pursuing a university degree after completing the program successfully.
According to the JAMB handbook, these combinations relate to the Direct Entry requirements for various university study programs.
| S/N. | SUBJECT COMBINATION | UNDERGRADUATE COURSES |
| 1. | Biology, Chemistry, Physics | Plant Science & Biotechnology Biochemistry, Nutrition & Dietetics Microbiology Zoology Agri. Economics and Extension Animal Science Crop Science Soil Science Anatomy Physiology Medicine Medical Lab. Science i. Haematology ii. Histopathology iii. Medical Microbiology iv. Chemical Pathology Nursing |
| 2. | Chemistry, A/L Mathematics, Physics | Chemistry Industrial Chemistry Computer Science Mathematics Industrial Mathematics Statistics Physics Geophysics Architecture Building Civil Engineering Electrical/Electronics Engineering Industrial and Production Engineering Mechanical Engineering Agricultural and Bio-resource Engineering Material and Metallurgical Engineering |
| 3. | CRS, Government, Literature | Law Mass Communication English History and International Studies Religious Mgt and Cultural Studies Philosophy Theatre and Media Arts |
| 4. | Economics, Government, A/L Mathematics | Accounting Banking and Finance Business Administration Economics Geography and Regional Planning Political Science Public Administration Psychology Sociology |
| 5. | Relevant Combination in 1,2,3 and 4 | Curriculum & Instruction Educational Foundations and Management Guidance and Counseling Human Kinetics and Health Education Voc. and Technical Education Business Education Library & Information Management Science |
How to Apply for AAU IJMB Admission Form
To apply for the IJMBE programme, applicants must visit the AAU website or directly access the application portal .
The university has set the application deadline for the 15th of July, 2025. Therefore, prospective applicants are encouraged to complete and submit their applications before the set deadline to be considered for admission.
Conclusion
The Ambrose Alli University IJMBE programme, offers an excellent opportunity for students to obtain a solid foundation in their chosen course of study.
This program provides students with the important knowledge and skills for university study and opens doors for admission into numerous local and international universities.
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