The University of Ghana (UG) Entry Requirements by Course
University of Ghana WASSCE/SSSCE Entry Requirements Ghana
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR
The University of Ghana announces for the information of the general public that applications are open for the admission of prospective applicants into various undergraduate programmes for this academic year. Applicants should take note of the following:
GHANA WASSCE/SSSCE – Minimum/General Entry
Requirements General Entry Requirements into Legon Campus, Accra City Campus and Korle Bu Campus.
An applicant for admission to a degree programme in the University of Ghana must have at least credits (A1 – C6 in WASSCE and A – D in SSSCE) in English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science (for Science related programmes) or Social Studies (for non-Science related programmes) and three elective subjects in Science for applicants applying to Science or Agriculture related disciplines or three elective subjects in General Arts/Business for applicants applying to non-Science related disciplines, with the total aggregate not exceeding 24. In addition, Science applicants should have at least a grade C6 in WASSCE/D in SSSCE in Social Studies/Life Skills and non-Science applicants should also have at least a grade C6 in WASSCE/D IN SSSCE in Integrated Science/Core Science.
Minimum/General Entry Requirements for:
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
GHANA WASSCE/SSSCE Applicants
Short-listed applicants into programmes at the College of Health Sciences must pass an interview and/or entrance examination.
University of Ghana Medical School
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in Chemistry and any two from Physics, Biology and Elective Mathematics
University of Ghana Dental School
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in Chemistry and any two from Physics, Biology and Elective Mathematics
School of Pharmacy
- Doctor of Pharmacy
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in Chemistry, Biology and either Physics or Elective Mathematics
School of Biological & Allied Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Science in Radiography
- Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in Chemistry, Physics and either Biology or Elective Mathematics
School of Nursing and Midwifery
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing with options in:
- General Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Paediatric Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
Applicants are expected to select one (1) option
Entry Requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies.
Electives: Credit passes in three electives from any of the combinations below:
- Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Elective Mathematics
- General Agriculture, Physics & Chemistry
- Three General Arts Electives
- Two General Arts Electives plus Food & Nutrition
- Any three of the following Electives: Economics, Management in Living, Food & Nutrition, Chemistry, General Knowledge in Art and French.
- Bachelor of Science in Midwifery
Entry Requirements
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in three electives from any of the combinations below:
- Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Elective Mathematics
- General Agriculture, Physics & Chemistry
- Three General Arts Electives
- Two General Arts Electives plus Food & Nutrition
- Any three of the following Electives: Economics, Management in Living, Food & Nutrition, Chemistry, General Knowledge in Art and French.
COLLEGE OF BASIC AND APPLIED SCIENCES GHANA WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS
The following programmes at the College of Basic and Applied Sciences are FIRST CHOICE programmes:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering.
School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Sciences
Bachelor of Science degree in any one of the following subjects:
Physics, Chemistry, Geophysics
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics, with at least a B3 in Elective Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences
Bachelor of Science degree in any one of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Biomathematics, Physics
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies.
Electives: Credit passes in any three subjects with at least a B2 in Elective Mathematics.
- Bachelor of Science in Earth Sciences
Bachelor of Science degree in Earth Sciences with one of the following options:
Geology, Applied Geology, Applied Geophysics
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Geography and Elective Mathematics, with at least a C6 in Chemistry
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three subjects, with at least a B2 in Core Mathematics.
School of Biological Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science degree in any one of the following subjects:
Animal Biology and Conservation Science, Biochemistry Cell and Molecular Biology, Nutrition, Food Science, Plant and Environmental Biology, Marine Science, Fisheries Science, Microbiology.
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics, with at least a C6 in Chemistry
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics
School of Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Animal Science, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agriculture Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension, Post-Harvest Technology.
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Chemistry, Physics, Biology/Agriculture Science, Geography and Elective Mathematics, with at least a C6 in Chemistry
- Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences (Food and Clothing)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three subjects with at least a C6 in Chemistry
- Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences (Family and Child Studies)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three electives from:
- Science
- General Arts (except Languages and Visual Arts)
- Home Economics/Science (Credit pass in Management in Living and any two of Food and Nutrition, Textiles and Clothing, General Knowledge in Art, Biology or Chemistry.
School of Engineering Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Engineering
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics, with at least a B3 in Elective Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies.
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics, with at least a B3 in Elective Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics, with at least a B3 in Elective Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Food Processing Engineering
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics, with at least a B3 in Elective Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Material Science Engineering
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics, with at least a B3 in Elective Mathematics
School of Veterinary Medicine
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics, with at least a C6 in both Biology and Chemistry
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
GHANA WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS
School of Social Sciences/ School of Arts/ School of Languages
- Bachelor of Arts
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects
Applicants must have the following WASSCE subjects to qualify to read the under listed courses:
- Economics, Mathematics or Statistics – Elective Mathematics
- Computer Science – Elective Mathematics
- French – French
- English – English Literature
- Geography – Geography
University of Ghana Business School
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects
University of Ghana School of Law
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects
School of Performing Arts
- Bachelor of Fine Arts
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three electives subjects.
The programme is open to applicants interested in the Performing Arts with aggregate 24 or better. They will be expected to attend an audition or interview.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
GHANA WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS
School of Education & Leadership
- BA Education (English)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects including English Literature.
- BA Education (Non-Teaching)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects.
- BA Sport and Physical Culture Studies
Entry requirements
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects
- B.Sc. Education (Mathematics)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in Elective Mathematics and any other two elective subjects
- B.Sc. Education (Biology)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in Biology and any other two elective subjects
- B.Sc. Education (Chemistry)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in Chemistry and any other two elective subjects
- B.Sc. Education (Physics)
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in Physics and any other two elective subjects
School of Continuing &Distance Education
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Entry requirements:
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects with the total aggregate not exceeding 24
- Bachelor of Arts
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects with the total aggregate not more than 30
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Core: Credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science & Social Studies
Electives: Credit passes in any three elective subjects with the total aggregate not exceeding 30
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Applicants must be professional nurses who already have a Diploma in Nursing from a recognized Nursing Training College, with a Final Grade Point Average (FGPA) OF 2.5 or better.
All interested applicants should register at any of the Learning Centres of the School of Continuing and Distance Education below, after payment into the following account: Account Name and number: (UG Learning Centre A/C, ECOBANK. A/C Number 0160134485305902).
All interested applicants should register at any of the Accounts offices of the School of Continuing and Distance Education below, after payment into the following account: Account Name and number: College of Education, ECOBANK. A/C NUMBER 0160094485305901.
| Accra UG Learning Centre | 0302 228182 |
| Tema UG Learning Centre | 0244818069 |
| Takoradi UG Learning Centre | 0312 023476 |
| Kumasi UG Learning Centre | 0322 023726 |
| Sunyani UG Learning Centre | 0352 027153 |
| Tsito/Ho UG Learning Centre | 0303 938851 |
| Koforidua UG Learning Centre | 0342 290824 |
| Tamale UG Learning Centre | 0372 022238 |
| Bolgatanga UG Learning Centre | 0382 022315 |
| Cape Coast UG Learning Centre | 0332 132100 |
| Wa UG Learning Centre | 0392 022189 |
For further information, please contact the Department of Adult Education and Human Resource
University of Ghana Entry Requirements- Cambridge ‘A’ and ‘O’ Levels
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR
Cambridge ‘A’ and ‘O’ Levels
Minimum/General Entry Requirement
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ and ‘O’ Levels
Applicants must have three relevant subjects at the Cambridge ‘A’ Levels.
In addition, they must have at least five (5) passes including English and Mathematics at the Cambridge ‘O’ Level.
Minimum/General Entry Requirements for:
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Short-listed applicants into programmes at the College of Health Sciences must pass an Interview and/or an entrance examination.
University of Ghana Medical School
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry Requirements
Three (3) of the following ‘A’ Level Subjects:
Chemistry and two from Physics, Biology and Mathematics
Where the other two subjects are Biology and Mathematics, candidate must have a pass in GCE ‘O’ Level Physics.
Candidate must also have passes in GCE ‘O’ level English Language and Mathematics
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry Requirements
Three (3) of the following ‘A’ Level Subjects:
Chemistry and two from Physics, Biology and Mathematics
Where the other two subjects are Biology and Mathematics, candidate must have a pass in GCE ‘O’ Level Physics.
Candidate must also have passes in GCE ‘O’ level English Language and Mathematics
School of Pharmacy
- Doctor of Pharmacy
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry Requirements
Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects comprising Chemistry, Biology and either Physics or Mathematics.
School of Biological & Allied Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Science in Radiography
- Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry Requirements
Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects comprising Chemistry, Physics and either Biology or Mathematics
School of Nursing& Midwifery
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing with options in:
- General Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Paediatric Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
Applicants are expected to select one (1) option
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry Requirements
Three (3) of the following ’A’ Level subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics or
Any Three ‘A’ Level subjects
- Bachelor of Science in Midwifery
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry Requirements
Three (3) of the following ’A’ Level subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics or
Any Three ‘A’ Level subjects
COLLEGE OF BASIC AND APPLIED SCIENCES
The following programmes at the College of Basic and Applied Sciences are FIRST CHOICE programmes: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering.
School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Sciences
Bachelor of Science degree in any one of the following subjects:
Physics, Chemistry, Geophysics
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences
Bachelor of Science degree in any one of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Biomathematics, Physics
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Mathematics and any other two (2) subjects
- Bachelor of Science in Earth Sciences
Bachelor of Science degree in Earth Sciences with one of the following options:
Geology, Applied Geology, Applied Geophysics
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Chemistry and any two (2) of Physics, Mathematics and Biology/Geography
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
School of Biological Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science degree in any one of the following subjects:
Animal Biology and Conservation Science, Biochemistry Cell and Molecular Biology, Nutrition, Food Science, Plant and Environmental Biology, Marine Science, Fisheries Science, Microbiology.
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Chemistry and Biology, and either Mathematics or Physics.
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Chemistry and Biology, and either Mathematics or Physics.
School of Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Animal Science, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agriculture Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension, Post-Harvest Technology.
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Chemistry, and any two (2) of Physics, Biology, Geography and Mathematics.
- Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences (Food and Clothing)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Chemistry and any two (2) subjects.
- Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences (Food and Clothing)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
School of Engineering Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Engineering
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Mathematics and any two (2) of Chemistry, Physics, Biology.
- Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Mathematics and any two (2) of Chemistry, Physics, Biology.
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Mathematics and any two (2) of Chemistry, Physics, Biology.
- Bachelor of Science in Food Processing Engineering
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Mathematics and any two (2) of Chemistry, Physics, Biology.
- Bachelor of Science in Material Science Engineering
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Mathematics and any two (2) of Chemistry, Physics, Biology.
School of Veterinary Medicine
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3)’A’ Level subjects comprising:
Biology, Chemistry and either Physics or Mathematics.
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
School of Social Sciences/ School of Arts/ School of Languages
- Bachelor of Arts
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Passes in any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
Applicants must have the following subjects to qualify to read the under listed courses:
- Economics, Mathematics or Statistics – ‘A’ Level Mathematics
- Computer Science – ‘A’ Level Mathematics
- French – ‘A’ Level French
- English – ‘A’ Level English Literature
- Geography – ‘A’ Level Geography
University of Ghana Business School
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
University of Ghana School of Law
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
School of Performing Arts
- Bachelor of Fine Arts
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
The programme is open to applicants interested in the Performing Arts with aggregate 12 or better. They will be expected to attend an audition or interview.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
School of Education & Leadership
- Bachelor of Arts in Education (English)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects including English Literature
- Bachelor of Arts in Education (Non-Teaching)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
- Bachelor of Arts in Sport and Physical Culture Studies
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
- Bachelor of Science in Education (Mathematics)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects including Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Education (Biology)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects comprising ‘A’ Level Biology and any other Two (2) ‘A’ Level subjects
- Bachelor of Science in Education (Chemistry)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects comprising ‘A’ Level Chemistry any other Two (2) ‘A’ Level subjects
- Bachelor of Science in Education (Physics)
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects comprising ‘A’ Level Physics any other Two (2) ‘A’ Level subjects
School of Continuing & Distance Education
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels
Entry requirements:
Any Three (3) ‘A’ Level subjects
University of Ghana American High School Entry Requirements
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR(For International Applicants and Ghanaians with Foreign Background)
American High School Grade 12
An applicant for admission to a degree programme in the University of Ghana must have and a Final Grade Point of at least 3.0
Admissions will be to Level 100.