JAMB Geography: topics to study
23 topics in 5 sections. In JAMB UTME, each subject is a multiple-choice paper written on a computer: 60 questions for Use of English and 40 for each other subject, all in one sitting.
How to study Geography for JAMB
Geography combines physical processes, map work and human geography. Practise map reading and calculations regularly, and learn processes with labelled sketches.
JAMB Geography topics
1.Physical Geography
- The earth and the solar system
- Rocks and the earth's structure
- Landforms and processes
- Weather and climate
- Vegetation and soils
- Hydrology
2.Practical Geography
- Maps and map reading
- Scale and distance
- Contours and relief
- Statistical maps and diagrams
- Field work
3.Human and Economic Geography
- Population
- Settlement
- Agriculture
- Manufacturing industry
- Transport and communication
- Trade
- Tourism
4.Regional Geography
- Geography of Nigeria
- Geography of West Africa
- ECOWAS
5.Environment
- Environmental resources
- Environmental hazards and conservation
This outline follows the structure of the official syllabus. Check the current Geography syllabus on the JAMB website for this year's exact list and any set texts.