Are you looking at studying Engineering in higher institution after your secondary school? If you are, among the couple of things you should get right, first on the list is your choice of subject combination in your West African Senior Certificate Examination (WASSCE or SSCE).
The importance of right subject combinations in WAEC cannot be overemphasized. Many in the past have been denied their chances of admission due to something as little but important as subject combinations.
Engineering is the field of science that deals with the practical application of the knowledge of science and mathematics to build machines, structures, technology, etc. Engineering is a broad field encompassing other departments like Civil engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, Mechatronics, electrical, Elect Elect, Chemical engineering, Water Resources, Metallurgical, Agric Engineering, etc.
Regardless of whichever department in engineering, their subject combinations for WAEC and even JAMB arwbthe the same.
Subject Combinations
Prerequisites
- English
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
Three of these:
- Further Mathematics
- Agricultural Science
- Computer Science
- Data Processing
- Economics
Other Electives you you can add base on your strength and preferences:
- Animal Husbandry
- Civic Education
- Geography
- Biology
School Requirement
A minimum of five (5) credits in your core subjects along with three or four subjects of your choice.
