Radiography is a good science course. Especially that it can be an alternative to highly competitive courses like medicine, surgery, and nursing, which can be extremely hard to get admission into.
The University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) is a prestigious university in Nigeria, and it is ranked amongst the best universities in Nigeria because of the university’s prestige and quality it has maintained over the years.
Getting admission into the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, to study radiography is not as complex compared to the University of Ibadan and Obafemi Awolowo University, but you still have to meet the cut-off mark and also the admission requirements before you can be considered for admission.
Radiography at the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN)
Radiography at the University of Nigeria (UNN) offers radiography through its department of medical radiography and radiological sciences. It was formerly known as the Department of Radiography before the name was changed to incorporate the advanced curriculum.
University of Nigeria Nsukka is one of the oldest universities in Nigeria that offered radiography as far back as 1983, when the course was not even popular. The university specializes in fields including medical diagnostic radiography, medical ultrasound technology, medical radiotherapy, nuclear medicine sciences and technology, nuclear magnetic resonance technology, and many more.
The radiography course is a 5-year course, and it is an advanced course in the institution, and that is why the department name was changed to introduce modern teaching, including the use of modern machines.
What Is the Cut Off Mark for Radiography in UNN?
There is a general and departmental cut-off mark for radiography, and that is where many get confused. The general cut-off mark is the one a student has to score to be eligible for post-UTME registration, while the departmental cut-off mark is the one you need to score to gain admission.
UNN’s general cut-off mark is 160; that means if you have 160 and above, you can register for the university post-UTME screening, but you need to get the departmental cut-off mark to gain your admission.
The departmental cut-off mark for Radiography at UNN depends entirely on the state you are applying from, and below are the cut-off marks for each state in Nigeria for students who want to apply for Radiography at UNN:
โข Merit โ 263
โข Enugu โ 253
โข Anambra โ 242
โข Abia โ 220
โข Imo โ 215
โข Delta โ 204
โข Benue โ 190
โข Bayelsa โ 192
โข Adamawa โ 192
โข Edo โ 181
โข Ebonyi โ 187
Merit means that a student from any state whose cutoff mark is not indicated has to score 263 and above to be able to gain admission; that means students from Ondo, Kwara, Lagos, Abeokuta, and other states in Nigeria have to score 263 and above.
Students whose states are indicated with a cut-off mark should not rejoice because they need a low cut-off mark, but instead they should work more to gain admission.
Admission Requirement
O’Level Requirements
โข Five (5) credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
โข Results must be obtained in not more than two sittings.
UTME Requirements
โข Candidates must choose the following JAMB subjects: English Language (compulsory), Physics, and Chemistry
And Biology
โข Candidates must also meet the minimum JAMB cut-off mark for UNN and satisfy the departmental admission requirements.
Direct Entry (DE) Requirements
โข Possess GCE A-Level passes or an equivalent qualification (ND, HND, or first degree) in relevant science disciplines such as physics, chemistry, or biology.
โข Candidates must also meet the required O’Level subject requirements.
Tips to Gain Admission into UNN Radiography
ยฐ Score 260+ in JAMB
Where you fall in the catchment state or not, aspire to score at least 260 and above for you to secure admission; if possible, try to score 300.
ยฐ Have excellent O-level grades.
Having excellent O-level results is a boost, most especially for universities that accept two sittings, and that is why it is recommended that you use one sitting, and that one sitting must be good for a high chance of admission.
ยฐ Upload O’Level results early on JAMB CAPS.
Don’t wait until the institution starts admissions for you to now be rushing to upload O-levels in JAMB. Upload it early so you can have an early chance.
ยฐ Choose UNN as the first choice.
No institution in Nigeria wants to be chosen as the second choice; even private universities do not accept this, so don’t do the same for UNN. Make the university your first choice or change your institution if you have chosen it as the second choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
ยฐ What is the cut-off mark for radiography in UNN?
The cut-off mark for radiography depends on catchment and the merit cut-off mark for the catchment target. At least 185, while for merit it is 260 and above.
ยฐ Can I study radiography at UNN with 240?
Yes, very possible if you fall in the catchment state.
ยฐ Is radiography competitive in UNN?
Very competitive, the university is one of the oldest universities and a forerunner of radiography courses in Nigeria, so it has a reputation, so it is competitive because of that.
ยฐ Does UNN accept second-choice candidates?
If you have chosen UNN as your second-choice university, just forget your admission because the university only considers first-choice candidates.
ยฐ Does UNN conduct Post-UTME for radiography?
Yes, UNN conducts a post-UTME screeningย examination. It is a CBT-based examination that will be conducted on the university campus.
Emmanuela Ozioma is an education writer and researcher dedicated to helping students make informed academic decisions. She specializes in Nigerian higher education, covering admissions, school fees, cut-off marks, scholarships, JAMB, and university updates. Through EduJob, she is committed to delivering accurate, well-researched, and up-to-date educational information to students across Nigeria.