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Universities Offering English/Arabic in Nigeria (2027)

33 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer English/Arabic. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools33
States18
About English/Arabic

English and Arabic Studies is a fascinating dual-language programme that equips students with advanced proficiency in both the English and Arabic languages, alongside their respective literatures, linguistics, and cultural traditions. Students explore classical and modern Arabic texts, Quranic linguistics, English composition, literary theory, and translation studies, building exceptional communicative and analytical competencies across two globally significant languages. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue rewarding careers as translators and interpreters, diplomats and foreign affairs officers, educators at secondary and tertiary levels, or Islamic scholars and researchers. Opportunities also exist within media organisations, international NGOs, and Arabic-English publishing houses. The programme holds particular relevance in northern Nigeria, where Arabic literacy commands strong professional and cultural value across public and private sectors.

Bauchi (5 schools)
Borno (1 schools)
Ekiti (1 schools)
FCT (1 schools)
Gombe (4 schools)
Kaduna (1 schools)
Kano (2 schools)
Katsina (1 schools)
Kogi (1 schools)
Kwara (4 schools)
Lagos (1 schools)
Ogun (1 schools)
Osun (2 schools)
Oyo (3 schools)
Plateau (1 schools)
Sokoto (2 schools)
Taraba (1 schools)
Yobe (1 schools)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities offer English/Arabic in Nigeria?
As of 2026, 33 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer English/Arabic.
What JAMB subjects do I need for English/Arabic?
Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.
Which state has the most schools offering English/Arabic?
Bauchi has the most institutions offering English/Arabic in Nigeria.