Requirement For Degree in Nursing in Ghana

Degree Requirements

Two categories of applicants are considered to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programme:

  1. West Africa Senior High School Certificate or its equivalent.
  2. Diploma in Nursing Holders (enter at Level 200)

WASSCE Applicants 

General University requirements are applied

School requirements

In addition, to the above, applicants must have:

A minimum of C6/D in Core courses

A minimum of C6/D in each of the elective subjects preferably science electives.

Who qualifies for nursing in Ghana?

The nursing admission requirements are: The candidate must be between 18-35 years old. Students with WASSCE results should have a minimum aggregate score of 30 in six subjects, in 3 core and three elective subjects. A potential student should have at least credits (A1-E8) in 3 core and three elective subjects.