Course guide · All Nigerian institutions
22 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer English/Music. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.
English/Music is a fascinating interdisciplinary programme that equips students with dual competencies in literary studies and musical practice. Students explore English language, literature, linguistics, prose fiction, poetry, and drama alongside music theory, harmony, African traditional music, composition, and performance. The combination nurtures creative thinkers who communicate effectively and express artistically. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue careers as music educators in secondary schools and tertiary institutions, broadcasters and media presenters with strong linguistic and performance skills, arts administrators managing cultural centres and entertainment organisations, and professional musicians or composers contributing to Nigeria's thriving creative economy. The Society of Nigerian Artists and the Nigerian Union of Teachers provide professional community and advocacy for graduates working across educational and creative sectors.