Can I study LAW at UI with 280 .And how will I start preparing for their PUTME?.?

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2 months ago

A score of 280 in JAMB is a fantastic start for studying Law at the University of Ibadan (UI). While Law is one of the most competitive courses there, your score puts you in a strong position—but you’ll need to follow it up with a solid Post-UTME performance to secure your spot.

​UI calculates its final aggregate score by dividing your JAMB score by 8 and adding it to your Post-UTME score (which is over 100).
​1. Can You Study Law with 280?
​Yes, absolutely.
For the 2025/2026 session, the merit cut-off for Law at UI was 70.875.
​Your JAMB contribution: 280 \div 8 = 35
​Target: To hit a 71+ aggregate, you would need roughly 36 marks out of 100 in the Post-UTME.
​The Reality: While 36 sounds low, UI's Post-UTME is notoriously tricky. Aiming for 60–70+ in the Post-UTME will make you a "sure bet" for admission on the merit list.

​2. How to Prepare for UI Post-UTME
​UI’s Post-UTME is usually a Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 100 questions to be answered in 90 minutes.
​The Subject Combination
​Unlike JAMB where you have four distinct subjects, UI often tests you on:
​Use of English: Expect heavy emphasis on lexis, structure, and oral English.
​General Knowledge: This covers Current Affairs, History (very important for Law students), and basic logic.
​Literature in English & Government: Since you are a Law candidate, expect specific questions from these core areas.
​Your Prep Strategy
​Master the Past Questions: This is the "holy grail." UI repeats themes and sometimes actual questions. Focus on the last 10 years of UI Post-UTME past questions.
​Time Management: You have less than a minute per question. Practice with a timer to improve your speed.

​Review Literature Texts: Don't just rely on JAMB summaries. Re-read the recommended poems and plays, as UI can ask very specific "inside-the-book" questions.
​Stay Updated: Follow current affairs in Nigeria and internationally (judiciary news, names of key officials, and major global events).
So practice using the Myschool CBT app, and get the past questions and answers here https://myschool.ng/materials/post-utme-past-questions?school=university-of-ibadan

Early preparation wins it all.
Goodluck!