ADMISSIONS

Academic entry requirements vary from programme to programme and are advertised on the University website and in other media. The University ensures that entry requirements conform to standards set by the regulator and various regulatory and professional bodies. The University’s admission requirements are as follows:

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

An applicant must have credit passes (A1-C6) in core English, core Mathematics, and either core Integrated Science or Social Studies and three elective subjects, with an overall aggregate score of Thirty-six (36) or better. In addition, candidates must satisfy the specific requirements of the relevant Faculty/School. The entry is at Level 100:

  Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE). 

An applicant must have credit passes (A-D) in core English, core Mathematics, and either core Science or Social Studies and three elective subjects, with an overall aggregate score of Twenty-four (24) or better. In addition, candidates must satisfy the specific requirements of the relevant faculty/school.  Entry is at Level 100.

 General Certificate of Education (GCE) Ordinary and Advanced Levels. 

An applicant must have at least credit passes in 5 subjects (including English Language and Mathematics at the GCE Ordinary Level and at least 3 passes at the GCE Advanced Level. One of the Advanced Level passes must be a grade ‘D’ or better.  A pass in General Paper must also be obtained. Entry is at Level 100.

Professional qualifications/Tertiary Diplomas (Entry at levels 200 and 300).

The level of placement of professional certificate and tertiary-level diploma holders will depend on the assessment of their certificates or diplomas concerning the programme desired.  All professional certificate and tertiary level diploma holders must have either G.C.E. “O” Level credit passes in English Language and Mathematics or SSSCE/WASSCE credit passes in English Language and Core Mathematics to qualify for admission. The placement level of candidates will depend on the assessment of their certificates by the relevant Faculty/School or Department.

 Admission through Mature Students’ Entrance Examination.

The candidate must be at least 25 years old by 31^st December of the year preceding the examination.  A certified copy of the birth certificate is required.  The date of issue of the birth certificate should not be less than five years from the date of the completion of the admission forms. The submission of fraudulent certificates is grounds for withdrawal at any point in a student’s enrolment.

Mature Students’ Entrance Examinations consist of a General Paper for all candidates and two papers in the area(s) of specialization desired. 

 Applicants with foreign certificates.

Foreign applicants must have qualifications equivalent to the above to be considered for admission. Their results must also be translated into English and they should be able to read and write in English. Additionally, all foreign certificates are validated by the National Accreditation Board. Applicants may also be required to pass an entrance examination/interview.

In addition to the general admission requirements, Schools, Faculties and Departments may have special entry requirements. The academic catalogues of the Schools and Faculties must be consulted for up-to-date information. 

NB: Nurses, medical practitioners, and allied health workers may receive course exemptions and  complete  the  degree  in  three  years.