The University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo-Ohaji (UAES) is one of Nigeria’s leading specialized agriculture tertiary institutions committed to developing skills and human capital for food security and sustainable environmental management.
With a competitive admission process, prospective students’ chances rely heavily on attaining set performance benchmarks also known as ‘cut-off marks’ in qualifying examinations.
What are cut-off marks?
Cut-off marks refer to the minimum aggregate score stipulated by an institution for admission into its programs.
Aggregates scores are arrived at by combining an applicant’s Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Post-UTME results, then determining the average score.
For UAES, the aggregate calculation is as follows:
Aggregate Score = (UTME Score + Post UTME Score) / 2
UTME and Post-UTME have a 50-50 weighting in the formula above.
Candidates who meet or exceed advertised cut-off marks stand a chance while those below the threshold are automatically disqualified.
Essentially, cut-offs marks set a benchmark targeting high-performing students aligned with UAES’ admission standards.
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Course Cut-Off Scores Depend on Several Factors
In determining cut-offs for different programs, UAES’ Admission Board factors in parameters like:
- Competitiveness: Courses in higher demand have higher cut-offs to narrow applicants.
- Academic Rigor: Cut-offs for courses with greater complexity and analytical skill requirements are set higher to ensure students can cope with coursework intensity and excel.
- Available Spaces: Limited vacancies influence more stringent cut-off marks.
- Facility Constraints: Some course requirements depend on maximal lab/farm capacities affecting intake quotas and cut-off scores.
- Past Trends: Prior years’ candidate scores provide insight for setting new cut-off marks. If a course has consistently attracted applicants with averages greater than 160, raising its cut-off to that level for subsequent years filters in only appropriately qualified candidates.
A Summary of UAES Cut-Off Marks for Popular Courses
Owing to the above factors, cut-off marks between one UAES course and another may differ significantly.
On average, courses under more competitive faculties like Agricultural Sciences and Agribusiness tend to have higher cut-offs compared to those in Environmental Sciences and Management.
See below an overview of competitive UAES courses and their indicative aggregate cut-offs that applicants should aim for:
- Agricultural Economics – 180% Top performers with strong analytical and quantitative skills are best suited for the complexities of this course. Applicant averages are typically high; hence, an aggressive 180+ cut-off mark.
- Agricultural Extension – 175% With the vital role good extension officers play in translating knowledge and best practices to farmers, a relatively high cut-off ensures the cream of applicants who can effectively support agricultural transformation are admitted.
- Crop Production – 170% Food security relies heavily on expertise in crop cultivation. As a fundamental UAES course, crop production cut-offs target merit-based admission to develop skilled crop scientists and managers catering to both subsistence and commercial farming.
- Animal Production – 165% Another staple course underpinning nutrition and livelihoods for livestock farmers and pastoralists. Animal production cut-offs aim for consistency in admitting applicants with reasonable comprehension of biological systems and infectious disease management required to transform livestock value chains.
- Soil Science – 160% Strong foundational knowledge in soil chemistry, classification and fertility is imperative hence this course requiring a high cut-off score for admission. UAES produces soil experts supporting farmers and policy makers with soil analysis, conservation approaches and increasing yields sustainably while preserving the environment.
- Forestry & Wildfire – 155% Crucial at addressing climate change impacts, steering sustainable utilization of forest resources, and preserving biodiversity requires quality graduates, hence the moderately high cut-off score. Students acquire integrated capacities around silviculture, watershed management, forest economics, and fire control.
Conclusion
UAES reviews and adjusts competitive course cut-offs annually based on the approved framework criteria above and strategic priorities.
By maintaining high admission standards, UAES upholds its reputation for developing agribusiness leaders, environmental stewards, policymakers, and change agents equipped to drive innovative food systems and sustainable development nationally and globally.
Prospective students invested in shaping the future of agriculture and the environment can expect to be challenged but also tap into immense knowledge and opportunities.
For more information about admission, please visit the school’s official website.
FAQs
What is the pass mark to get into UAES?
There is no uniform pass mark across the board. Cut-off aggregate scores vary markedly ranging from 155% to as high as 180% for the most competitive UAES courses.
Does UAES have the same cut-off score for all courses?
No. Each course has varying cut-off driven by demand levels, difficulty, available vacancies, facilities, and desired calibre of applicants. Students should check respective requirements.
Which courses have the lowest and highest cut-offs at UAES?
The Forestry and Wildfire course has the lowest indicative cut-off score at 155% among popular programs. Agricultural Economics sets the highest UAES cut-off mark at 180% for admissions.
If I meet the UAES cut-off, am I guaranteed admission?
Meeting the set mark only makes one eligible for admission consideration. Final selection also depends on available slots per department and course preferences. But it strengthens an applicant’s prospects significantly.
How can I get the latest cut-offs for UAES courses?
The UAES portal and admission office provide updates on annual cut-off scores by course. Departments also brief prospective students during UAES open day events.
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