This is to inform the general public and all aspiring students of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) that the admission requirements for the Department of Quantity Surveying have been published.
The sections below cover the O’Level subject list, the four subjects sat in JAMB UTME, the Direct Entry routes for A Level and diploma holders, and the JAMB score needed for screening into Quantity Surveying.
Mathematics and Physics are the two constants, which suits a course built on measurement, costing and construction. English Language and Chemistry complete the named O’Level subjects.
The fifth O’Level credit comes from a long list that reaches well into the building trades, so candidates from technical colleges are well served here.
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About the University of Benin
The University of Benin is a federal government-owned university funded and managed by the federal government of Nigeria. The university was founded in 1970. University of Benin (UNIBEN) is a research university located in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
The university is one of the oldest in Nigeria and has a large student and staff population. Resulting in a student-staff ratio of about 10:1.
The University has a diverse student population with students from different parts of the country and age brackets. The University of Benin courses cut across various levels in agriculture, science, etc.
University of Benin admission is extremely competitive as Many candidates apply for admission into the university annually. University of Benin’s school fees are also very affordable, and it provides its students with facilities and infrastructure. They have good hostels, roads, electricity, etc.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has accredited faculties and departments in the university.
Entry Requirements
O’Level Subject Combination
The O’level subject combination and requirements needed to study Quantity Surveying include the following:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry and one subject from below:
- Fine Art
- Geography or Wood Work
- Biology
- Economics
- Technical Drawing
- Further Mathematics
- Introduction to Building Construction
- Bricklaying/Block laying
- Concreting
- Wall, Floors and Ceiling Finishing
- Joinery
- Carpentry
- Decorative Painting
- Lining, Sign and Design
- Wall Hanging
- Colour Mixing/Matching and Glazing
- Ceramics
- Graphics Design
- Graphic Printing
- Basic Electricity
JAMB UTME Subject Combination
Candidates will write the following Four (4) Subjects in JAMB
- English Language
- Physics
- Mathematics, and any of Chemistry, Geography, Fine Art, Biology or Economics.
Direct Entry Requirement
These are the conditions you need to fulfil to gain Direct Entry admission to study Quantity Surveying if you don’t intend to use UTME. You require;
- Two (2) ‘A’ level passes chosen from Mathematics or Physics and Chemistry, Geography or Fine Arts.
- ND/HND upper credits in relevant field.
JAMB Score
All candidates interested in getting admitted into UNIBEN for the 2026/2027 session should know that you must have scored 200 or above in your JAMB result to be eligible for the screening.
Building Trade Credits Count for UNIBEN Quantity Surveying
The fifth O’Level subject is where this course opens up. Introduction to Building Construction, Bricklaying and Block Laying, Concreting, Joinery, Carpentry and Technical Drawing all count, alongside Fine Art, Geography, Biology and Economics.
The UTME combination is much tighter. English Language and Physics are compulsory, Mathematics is required, and the fourth subject comes from Chemistry, Geography, Fine Art, Biology or Economics.
Direct Entry takes two A Level passes from Mathematics or Physics plus Chemistry, Geography or Fine Arts, or an ND or HND at upper credit in a relevant field. UTME candidates need 200 in JAMB.