JAMB Cut Off Mark For Quantity Surveying 2023
Studying Quantity Surveying in a Nigerian university requires meeting the designated JAMB Cut off Mark. With a significant number of applicants annually, Quantity Surveying is a relatively competitive course in JAMB.
Not only is Quantity Surveying competitive for aspiring students in Nigeria, but it is also offered by about twenty-four (24) universities.
Your JAMB score plays a crucial role in boosting your chances of admission to study Quantity Surveying. However, there are two aspects to consider regarding the JAMB Cut off Mark for Quantity Surveying. Firstly, the cut off mark allows you to proceed to the next stage, which is the Post UTME enrollment. Secondly, there is a specific JAMB Cut off Mark that guarantees admission to study Quantity Surveying, which varies across courses and universities.
It’s important to understand the distinction between these two aspects. While the JAMB Cut off mark for Post UTME is the same for all courses within a particular university, the JAMB Cut off Mark that ensures admission to study Quantity Surveying differs among courses and universities.
By the end of this article, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of JAMB cut off marks and how to secure admission in any university of your choice. So sit back, relax with a glass of chilled water, and delve into this informative journey.
As previously explained in my other article on JAMB Cut Off Mark for all courses and schools, “CUT OFF MARK” refers to the minimum score required for eligibility to participate in a particular program.
In the context of JAMB Cut off marks, it represents the minimum score Jambites must achieve in their JAMB exams to qualify for the Post UTME of their chosen university.
Students who score below this cut off mark in JAMB cannot be admitted into any Nigerian university unless they explore alternative admission pathways apart from JAMB.
Now that we understand the general concept of JAMB Cut off marks, let’s focus on the JAMB Cut off Mark for Quantity Surveying.
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Quantity Surveying
The JAMB Cut off Mark for Quantity Surveying to participate in Post UTME is 200, although some state universities may accept 180. However, the minimum score any university (except private universities) would accept for Quantity Surveying is 180.
Polytechnics typically have lower JAMB score requirements for Quantity Surveying, but unfortunately, they do not offer the program.
The likelihood of being admitted to study Quantity Surveying with a JAMB score of 200 or 180 (depending on the university) is relatively low, around 5 on a scale of 1 to 10.
However, having a score of, for instance, 215 does not eliminate the possibility of admission to study Quantity Surveying. This is because your JAMB score constitutes only 50% of the admission requirements. The remaining 50% is determined by your performance in the Post UTME, O’ level exams (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB), or a combination of both, depending on the university’s aggregate grading system.
Therefore, a low JAMB score can be compensated by a strong performance in the Post UTME or O’ level exams.
Considering that JAMB contributes 50% to your admission requirements, certain JAMB scores can significantly increase your chances of gaining admission, potentially up to 70%.
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Quantity Surveying Guaranteeing Admission
A JAMB score of 250 or above is considered excellent for studying Quantity Surveying in any Nigerian university.
With a JAMB score of 250 and above, your chances of being admitted to study Quantity Surveying in any university of your choice are quite promising, around 70%.
The reasons behind this will become clearer when we explore how schools calculate aggregate scores for admission.
How to Calculate Your Aggregate Score for Quantity Surveying
Different universities (federal, state, and private) employ various methods to compute students’ aggregate scores for admission into the Quantity Surveying department.
While some universities consider both JAMB and Post UTME scores (e.g., University of Benin), others factor in JAMB and O’ level results (e.g., University of AAU). Some universities, such as the University of Lagos, use a combination of JAMB, Post UTME, and O’ level results to calculate the aggregate score.
Regardless of the pattern adopted by your chosen university, your JAMB score will always account for 50% of the aggregate score. This score is obtained by dividing your JAMB score by 8.
Here’s an example of how the average for Quantity Surveying is calculated using your JAMB score:
- If your school uses both JAMB and Post UTME:
- JAMB Score divided by 8, plus Post UTME divided by 2, equals your total average.
- If your school considers JAMB, Post UTME, and O’ level results:
- JAMB Score divided by 8, plus Post UTME 30%, and O’ level 20% equals your total average.
From the calculation patterns above, it is evident that your JAMB score carries the most weight. Therefore, performing well in JAMB can alleviate the pressure during the Post UTME stage.
For instance, if you score 250 in JAMB, dividing it by 8 would result in 31.25. The departmental cut off mark for Quantity Surveying is typically not lower than 50 in most universities.
By putting in moderate effort, you can achieve this with a JAMB score of 250.
In Conclusion
A JAMB score of 250 and above is considered excellent for securing admission to study Quantity Surveying in any Nigerian university. With such a score, your chances of admission increase significantly.
