GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Entry Routes
The University has four entry routes:
Entry by means of SSCE/WASSCE (Entry at level 100) Foreign student (Entry at level 100)
Entry by means of mature students examination (Entry at level 100)
Entry by means of professional certificates and tertiary level diplomas depending on assessment of the diploma and performance at interview.
The general admission requirements for the various entry routes are as follows:
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- First Degree Programmes
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) and West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
To be admitted to any First Degree Programme, SSSCE/WASSCE candidates must possess six (6) credit passes in subjects relevant to the programme of study.
SSSCE Applicants
Candidates must possess credit passes (A-D) in Six (6) subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science (for Science related programmes)/Social Studies (for non-science related programmes) in addition to three (3) relevant elective subjects.
WASSCE Applicants
Candidates must possess credit passes (A1-C6) in Six (6) subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science (for Science related programmes)/Social Studies (for non-science related programmes) in addition to three (3) relevant elective subjects.
HND Applicants
HND applicants must have graduated with at least a Pass and in addition must have acquired a 2-year POST-HND qualification working experience.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in the category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized institution
Must pass interview conducted by the University
In addition to the general admission requirements above, Schools and Departments may have their specific requirements.
Other Qualifications
Other qualifications acceptable for consideration for admission include International Baccalaureate (IB), IGCSE, GCSE, American Grade 13 examinations and other external qualifications which have equivalences to the WASSCE/SSSCE and the GCE (A Levels). International students whose first language is not English are required to have one of the following English language qualifications before they can register on any programme. However, applicants form English speaking countries may have these requirements waived.
IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.0 in any elements)
TOEFL paper-based 550 (no less than 4.0 in TWE) TOEFL IBT 79 (no less than 17 in any element)
Foreign Applicants
Candidates must possess any of the above qualifications or their equivalent from accredited/recognized institutions.
Mature Students’ Entry
Mature students entry avenues to tertiary education provide opportunities for people who could not do so earlier in their lives to further their education at the tertiary level after some years in the workplace (preferably, the formal workplace). The applicant must:
be at least 25 years old by 1st September of the academic year the applicant wants to enroll
show proof of age with birth certificate which is at least 5 years old at the time of application which must be confirmed on the WASSCE Certificate (if the applicate is a WASSCE holder);
provide introductory letter from employer or show any other proof of employment;
pass Mature Students’ Entrance Examinations conducted by UENR (English
Language, Mathematics and Aptitude Test). In lieu of such examinations, the applicant should show proof of credit passes in English and Mathematics in SSSCE/WASSCE or any other nationally recognized standard High School level examinations. For qualifications from countries outside WAEC, NAB should be consulted.
Mature student applicants must pass UENR entrance examination and /or interview.
- A Two Year Diploma Programme
- SSSCE holders with passes (A-E) in all subjects, including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies plus 3 passes (A-E) in Three Elective subjects relevant to the programme of study.
- WASSCE holders with passes (A1-E8) in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies plus passes (A1-E8) in Three Elective subjects relevant to the programme of study.
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
BSc. Electrical and Electronic Engineering SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects: Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Applied Electricity/Applied Electronics.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Applied Electricity/Applied Electronics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma in Electrical and Electronic Certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc. Computer Engineering
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Computer Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Applied Electronics.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects: Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Applied Electronics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma in Electrical and Electronic Certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Upper Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Diploma Electrical and Electronic Engineering
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Passes (A-E)/(A1-D7) respectively in three (3) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and any three (3) passes in the following elective subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Elective Mathematics and Applied Electricity
Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
BSc. Mechanical Engineering
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Mechanical Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects: Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Technical Drawing/Auto Mechanics/Metal Work.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Technical Drawing/Auto Mechanics/Metal Work.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc. Agricultural Engineering
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Agricultural Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Technical Drawing/Auto Mechanics/Metal Work.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Technical Drawing/Auto Mechanics/Metal Work.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Department of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering
BSc. Environmental Engineering
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Environmental Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects: Physics, Elective Mathematics and Chemistry.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc. Renewable Energy Engineering
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Renewable Energy Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects: Physics, Elective Mathematics and Chemistry/ Technical Drawing.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Technical Drawing.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc Petroleum Engineering
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Petroleum Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) Elective Science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc Civil Engineering
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Renewable Energy Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects: Physics, Elective Mathematics and Chemistry/Technical Drawing.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Technical Drawing.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE
Department of Basic and Applied Biology
BSc Biological Sciences
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Biological Science degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects from the following: Chemistry, Elective Mathematic/Physics and Biology/General Agriculture/Forestry.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects from the following: Chemistry, Elective Mathematics/Physics and Biology/General Agriculture/Forestry.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc Medical Biodiagnostic Sciences
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Medical Biodiagnostic Science degree programmes, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects from the following: Chemistry, Elective Mathematic/Physics and Biology/General Agriculture/Forestry.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects from the following: Chemistry, Elective Mathematics/Physics and Biology/General Agriculture/Forestry.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc Nursing
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
To be admitted to Nursing degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects from the following programmes as outlined in Table 1:
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects from the following programmes as outlined in Table 1:
No. | Elective Programme | Elective Subjects | |
a. | Science Option | 1. | Mathematics (Elective) |
2. | Physics | ||
3. | Chemistry | ||
4. | Biology | ||
b. | General Arts Option | 1. | Literature in English |
2. | French | ||
3. | Ghanaian Language | ||
4. | Christian Religious Studies or | ||
Islamic Religious Studies | |||
5. | Economics | ||
6. | Geography | ||
7. | History | ||
8. | Government | ||
9. | Mathematics (Elective) | ||
10. General Knowledge in Art | |||
c. | Agriculture Option | 1. | General Agriculture |
2. | Chemistry | ||
3. | Physics | ||
4. | Mathematics (Elective) | ||
5. | French | ||
d. | Home Economics Option | 1. | Management in Living |
2. | Food and Nutrition | ||
3. | Economics | ||
4. | Chemistry | ||
5. | French | ||
6. | General Knowledge in Art |
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
A Diploma in Nursing from a recognized and accredited institution and a registered general nurse qualification;
Must pass an interview;
Two years post qualification working experience;
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificate who obtained a pass or better will enter at level 200.
Department of Chemical Sciences
BSc. Chemistry
To be admitted to Chemistry degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Chemistry, Physics and Biology/Mathematics.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects; Chemistry, Physics and Biology/Mathematics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass and interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Department of Computer Science and Informatics
BSc. Computer Science
SSSCE/WASSCE
To be admitted to the Computer Science degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics and Physics.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics and Physics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc. Information Technology
To be admitted to Information Technology degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in Six (6)subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Diploma Computer Science
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Passes (A-E)/(A1-D7) respectively in six
- subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and any three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics or Business Mathematics.
Diploma Information Technology
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-E)/(A1-D7) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and any three (3) elective subjects.
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
BSc. Mathematics
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
to be admitted to any Mathematical Science degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc. Statistics
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
to be admitted to any Mathematical Science degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc. Actuarial Science
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
to be admitted to any Mathematical Science degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D) in six (6)subjects comprising three
- core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.
WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Diploma Statistics
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-E)/(A1-D7) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and any three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics or Business Mathematics.
Diploma Insurance
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-E)/(A1-D7) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and any three (3) elective subjects.
SCHOOL OF NATURAL RESOURCES Department of Environmental Management Department of Fisheries and Water Resources
Department of Forest Science
BSc. Fire and Disaster Management
SSSCE/WASSCE candidates must possess Credit Passes (A-D) and (A1-C6) respectively in three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and three (3) elective science subjects from Physics, Elective Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Agriculture/Forestry.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc. Natural Resources with option in:
Ecotourism
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Forest Resource Management
Land Reclamation and Restoration Social Forestry
Wood Science and Forest Products
SSSCE/WASSCE candidates must possess Credit Passes (A-D) and (A1-C6) respectively in three (3) core subjects; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects from Chemistry, Physics, Elective Mathematics, Biology/Agriculture, Forestry. Home Economics students applying must have either Biology or Chemistry in addition to any two elective subjects.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
BSc. Wildlife and Range Management
SSSCE/WASSCE candidates must possess Credit Passes (A-D) and (A1-C6) respectively in three (3) core subjects; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects from Chemistry, Physics, /Elective Mathematics, Biology/Agriculture/Forestry.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Diploma Natural Resource Management
- SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-E)/(A1-E8)
respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and any three (3) elective subjects.
- Ordinary Level Certificate with passes (1 – 8) in at least five (5) subjects at G.C.E. ‘O’ Level (or its equivalent including English Language and Modern Mathematics.
- Certificate in Forestry, Agriculture and any other related programme from a recognized and accredited institution.
SCHOOL OF LAW AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Department of Enterprise and Business Studies
BSc. Resource Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
SSSCE/WASSCE candidates must possess Credit Passes (A-D) and (A1-C6) respectively in three (3) Core subjects; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies in addition to any three (3) elective subjects from the following; Sciences, General Arts, Home Economics, Business, Agriculture and Visual Art.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Diploma Enterprise Management
- SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Passes (A-E)/(A1-E8) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and
any three (3) elective subjects.
- Ordinary Level Certificate with passes (1 – 8) in at least five (5) subjects at G.C.E. ‘O’ Level (or its equivalent including English Language and
- Certificate in Business Studies/Management awarded by, a recognized and accredited University.
(IV) Six (6) passes in WAEC General Business Certificate Examination or any other related programme.
Department of Ecotourism, Recreation and Hospitality
BSc. Hospitality Management
SSSCE/WASSCE candidates must possess Credit Passes (A-D) and (A1-C6) respectively in three (3) Core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies and three (3) elective science subjects from the following; Science, General Arts, Home Economics, Business, Agriculture and Visual Art.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Diploma Hospitality Management
- SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Passes (A-E)/(A1-E8) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English
Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and any three (3) elective subjects.
- Ordinary Level Certificate with passes (1 – 8) in at least five (5) subjects at G.C.E. ‘O’ Level or its equivalent which must include English
- Certificate in Hospitality/Tourism/Cookery and any other related
programme awarded by a recognized and accredited institution such as COTVETT.
(IV) Six (6) passes in WAEC General Business Certificate Examination or any other related programme.
Department of Languages and General Studies
- Professional French
SSSCE/WASSCE candidates must possess Credit Passes (A-D) and (A1-C6) respectively in three (3) Core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies in addition to any three (3) elective subjects including French.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants Candidates in this category must;
Possess a professional Diploma or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Pass an interview or entrance examination
May have two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with the relevant professional diploma in French will enter at level 200.
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY (Dormaa Ahenkro Campus)
Department of Agriculture Economics, Agribusiness and Extension BSc. Agribusiness
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D)/(A1-C6) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and any three (3) elective subjects in Science, General Agriculture, Business, General Arts, Home Economics and Visual Art.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Department of Animal Production and Health Department of Crop Production and Horticulture
BSc. Agriculture
With options in:
Animal Production Crop Production Horticulture
SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D)/(A1-C6) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective in the following:
Biology, Chemistry and Physics, or Elective Mathematics
OR
General Agriculture/ Forestry, Chemistry and Physics or Elective Mathematics.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division will enter at level 300. Those with Second Class Lower Division or Pass will enter at level 200.
Diploma Agriculture
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Passes (A-E)/(A1-E8) respectively in six
- subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and any three (3) elective subjects.
Professional Applicants
Junior Scientists, Industrialists, Technicians, Staff of Ministry of Food and Agriculture and Agriculture-based NGO’s. Teachers with Certificate ‘A’.
SCHOOL OF GEOSCIENCES (Dormaa Ahenkro Campus)
BSc. Climate Change and Sustainability Development
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D)/(A1-C6) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and any three (3) elective subjects from the following; Chemistry, Physics, Biology/General Agriculture/Forestry, Elective Mathematics, Geography, Economics, History and Government.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess;
A Professional or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution
(e.g. Science, Agriculture, Forestry/Natural Resources, Climatology, Meteorology, Geography, Engineering etc)
Must pass an interview
Two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained Second Class Lower Division or above in Science, Agriculture, Forestry/Natural Resources, Climatology, Meteorology, Geography will enter at level 300. Those with HND/Diploma in other relevant areas other than the above will enter at level 200 if successful at an interview.
BSc. Planning and Sustainability
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Credit Passes (A-D)/(A1-C6) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and any three (3) elective subjects from the following; Geography, Economics, Elective Mathematics, Government, History, Accounting, Business Management and Costing.
Professional and Post-Diploma Applicants Candidates in this category must;
Possess a Professional or Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalence in a relevant programme from a recognized and accredited institution (e.g. Development Studies, Community Development, Environmental Management, Management Studies, Geography etc)
Must pass an interview
Have two years post qualification working experience
Candidates with HND/relevant professional or diploma certificates who obtained Second Class Lower Division or above in Development Studies, Community Development, Environmental Management, Management Studies, Geography will enter at level 300. Those with HND/Diploma in other relevant areas other than the above will enter at level 200 if successful at an interview.
Diploma Geo-Information Science
SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates should have Passes (A-E)/(A1-E8) respectively in six
- subjects comprising three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and any three (3) elective subjects from the following; Chemistry, Physics, Biology/General Agriculture/Forestry, Elective Mathematics, Geography, Economics, History, Government, ICT and Building Technology.
Professional Applicants
Junior Scientists, Industrialists, Technicians, Staff of Ministry of Roads and Transport, Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation and Agriculture-based NGO’s. Teachers with Certificate ‘A’ with Science or General Arts background as well as holders of Certificate in Geography and its related fields from recognized and accredited institution.
INTERPRETATION OF RESULTS
All applicants will be considered on the basis of result equivalents as provided by the National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE), as per schedule below:
WASSCE | INTERPRETATION | SSSCE | INTERPRETATION | |||||||||
A1 | 1-Excellent | A | 1-Excellent | |||||||||
B2 | 2-Very Good | B | 2-Very Good | |||||||||
B3 | 3-Good | C | 3-Good | |||||||||
C4 | 4-Credit | D | 4-Credit | |||||||||
C5 | 5-Credit | E | 5-Pass | |||||||||
C6 | 6-Credit | F | Fail | |||||||||
D7 | 7-Pass | |||||||||||
E8 | 8-Pass | |||||||||||
F9 | 9-Fail |
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
Research and higher degree programmes :
- MSc./MPhil Climate Change
- MPhil Applied Mathematics
- MSc./MPhil /PhD Crop Science
- MBA/MPhil Agribusiness Management
- MSc./ MPhil Environmental Planning and Sustainability
- MSc./PhD Sustainable Energy
- MSc./PhD Environmental Engineering Management
- MPhil/PhD Social Forestry and Environmental Governance
- MSc./MPhil/PhD in Computer Science
GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Masters Programmes
At the time of application, candidates must be graduates of this University or any other recognized University and shall normally have obtained a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) degree in the relevant field.
- PhD Programmes
Candidates applying for Doctor of Philosophy degree must have a Masters degree or its equivalent from a recognized Institution and shall submit evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the proposed programme.
DURATION OF PROGRAMME
Unless otherwise stated,
- Masters Programmes (Full-Time) are of Two (2) Calendar Years duration.
- PhD Programmes (Full-Time) are of Four (4) Calendar Years duration.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Sale of e-Vouchers/Forms for admission shall commence on 20th March, 2018.
- First of all, candidates must purchase an e-Voucher by paying an application fee of Two Hundred and Fifty Ghana Cedis (GH¢250.00) at the following banks: Ecobank or uniBank.
- Upon payment of the application fee, candidates will receive an e-Voucher containing an application number and PIN that will grant access to the online admissions portal.
- Candidates should then proceed to online admissions portal and begin the application process.
- Candidate is required to upload a passport size picture with the following dimensions:
- 600×600 pixels
- White background
- Picture size should not exceed 500kb
- Once the process has been completed, candidates must print out 3 copies of the completed application form from the portal and submit them (by post) to the School of Graduate Studies along with all relevant documents (Photocopies of Certificates, Recommendation Letters, and [Transcript for those attending UENR for the first time]) to the following address
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