Courses Offered At University For Development Studies ( UDS ) For 2025/2026

Courses Offered At University For Development Studies ( UDS ) For 2025/2026: Application forms for admission to Diploma and Undergraduate programmes in the University for Development Studies (UDS) will be available online from April 24, 2025 at www.admissions.uds.edu.gh.

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The following programmes are currently offered by the University

REGULAR/ NON-REGULAR PROGRAMMES

A. TAMALE CAMPUS

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (SoM)

Entry requirements

Admission to 6-Year Medicine (MBChB) Regular programme

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations or West Africa Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSSCE/WASSCE) with their equivalences such as:

GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ levels
IGCSE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels

Any other external qualifications, which have equivalences to the SSSCE/WASSCE as determined by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission.

Prospective students should have obtained passes in 6 subjects in the WASSCE/SSSCE examination. This is in line with basic entry requirements as per Ghana Tertiary Education Commission into Tertiary institutions. Cut-off point will be year dependent. Candidates should have obtained credits or better in the core subjects: English, Mathematics, Integrated Science and any three elective subjects (Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Elective Mathematics) or equivalent.

ALL APPLICANTS WITH AN AGGREGATE 6-9 WILL BE SHORTLISTED FOR AN ENTRANCE EXAMINATION/ INTERVIEW AN EXAMINATION/INTERVIEW FEE OF THREE HUNDRED GHANA CEDIS (GHC 300.00) WILL BE CHARGED.

Candidates must satisfy the general requirements for admission under “A” Level of the G.C.E. or its equivalences in Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics) with a maximum aggregate of Nine (9). In addition, candidates must have at least credit passes (Grade 6 or better) in five (5) GCE Ordinary level subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics and General Science plus Additional Science or any two of the individual science subjects: Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

All undergraduates shall enter at Level 100 (first year) of the programme.

NB: WASSCE applicants who are awaiting their results are eligible to apply by selecting Awaiting option and indicating their examination details. Upon release of the 2025 WASSCE results, the University will automatically update all awaiting results.

Mature/Diploma
2/3-Year BSc (Nurse Anaesthesia) (For only RGN (Diploma), RGN (BSc Nursing), or Advanced Diploma in Nurse Anaesthesia)
There will be interviews for all candidates (Diploma Holders) scheduled in July, 2025 at the Tamale Campus

SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES (SAHS)

6-Year Doctor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS.D)

Admission / Entry Requirement

Applicants to the 6-Year Doctor of Medical Laboratory Science (MLS.D) degree must have Credit in the THREE WASSCE core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science plus credits in THREE WASSCE electives: Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics).

Doctor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS.D)

Admission / Entry Requirement

a) Graduates of allied disciplines such as Biochemistry, Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology etc. Candidates with GCE ‘A’ level with minimum of credit passes in Biology, Chemistry and Physics with “O” level 5 credit passes in Mathematics and English in maximum of 2 sittings, may enter the Programme in Year Two after passing an assessment examination and interview

b) Holders of Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Diploma and HND in Science Laboratory Technology that have at least 6 WASSCE/SSSCE credit passes) as indicated above may enter the Programme in Year Two after passing an assessment examination and interview.

c) Top-Up Programme for 2-Years into MLS.D (Fee Paying only)

Graduates with Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science or B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Science may enter the Programme in Year 5 (2 years duration) after passing an assessment examination and interview.

Interviews for holders of Diploma/Degree for top-up in Doctor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLSD) will be conducted in July, 2025.

1. Mature Applicants

Diploma

This category of applicants includes Radiographers and Radiologic Technicians with Diploma or HND in Radiography, Diagnostic Imaging (or Radiologic Technology), or Ultrasonography. Applicants must haveat least three (3) years radiography work experience andmust pass an interview. Successful applicants will be admitted into Year Three of the programme.

Degree Holders

Applicants with Bachelor’s degree in the Basic Sciences such as Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Health Information Management, Bioinformatics, Biometrics, etc. with good first degree (Second Class Lower or better) will beadmitted into Year Two of the programme. Applicants must pass an interview to be held in July, 2025.

Allied Health Professionals

Applicants with good Diploma or Degree (Grade Point Average not below 2.5, i.e. Second Class Lower or better) in other Allied Health Professions (e.g., Physician Assistant, Nursing, Nurse Practitioner, Midwifery, Nutrition, etc.) will also be considered for admission into Year Two; if they have WASSCE passes in science-based elective subjects (Chemistry, Physics and Biology). Applicants in this category will be admitted after passing an interview.

Note that Allied Health Professionals from non-science background DO NOT qualify to apply for admission into the programme.

4-year BSc Community Nutrition Degree Programme

Entry Requirements

SSSCE Candidates: This is a science-based programme. Applicants seeking admission into the BSc Community Nutrition programme must have credit passes (A – D) in three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and credit passes in three (3) elective subjects: Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics. Admission for this programme is very competitive so an aggregate score of 14 or less is required to be successful.

WASSCE Candidates: Applicants seeking admission into the BSc Community Nutrition programme must have credit passes (A1 – C6) in three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and credit passes in three (3) elective subjects: Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics. Admission for this programme is very competitive so an aggregate score of 16 or less is required to be successful.

Top-up Applicants: Applicants must hold diploma in Nutrition or Dietetics from an accredited, relevant, science-based institution. Work experience in any nutrition-related field will be an advantage. All applicants must pass a competitive interview to be conducted by the Department. Applicants will be considered for entry at level 200 or 300 depending on the class of their Diploma and performance in the admission interview. Successful top-up applicants will be admitted as fee-paying students.

Mature Applicants: Applicants must be 25 years or above (must show proof). SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have passes in at least three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and passes in at least two (2) elective subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics. Mature applicants will be expected to pass an entrance examination and interview. Successful mature applicants will be admitted as fee-paying students into level 100.

4-Year BSc Dietetics Degree Programme

Entry Requirements

SSSCE Candidates: This is a science-based programme. Applicants seeking admission into the BSc Dietetics programme must have credit passes (A – D) in three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and credit passes in three (3) elective subjects: Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics. Admission for this programme is very competitive so an aggregate score of 14 or less is required to be successful.

WASSCE Candidates: Applicants seeking admission into the BSc Dietetics programme must have credit passes (A1 – C6) in three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and credit passes in three (3) elective subjects: Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics. Admission for this programme is very competitive so an aggregate score of 16 or less is required to be successful.

Top-up Applicants: Applicants must hold diploma in Nutrition or Dietetics from an accredited, relevant, science-based institution. Work experience in any dietetics-related field will be an advantage. All applicants must pass a competitive interview to be conducted by the Department. Applicants will be considered for entry at level 200 or 300 depending on the class of their Diploma and performance in the admission interview. Successful top-up applicants will be admitted as fee-paying students.

Mature Applicants: Applicants must be 25 years or above (show proof). SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have passes in at least three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and passes in at least two (2) elective subjects i.e., any two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics. All mature applicants will be expected to pass an entrance examination and interview. Successful mature applicants will be admitted as fee-paying students into level 100.

4-Year BSc Medical Imaging Technology (MIT)

This is a science-based programme for WASSCE holders). Applicants to the 4-Year Medical Imaging Technology degree must have Credit in the THREE WASSCE core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science plus credits in THREE WASSCE electives: Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics).

1. SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY

Four-Year BSc. Nursing and BSc. Midwifery

4-Year BSc (Nursing) (for WASSCE holders) Candidates with business subjects are advised not to apply for Nursing. Only Pure Science, Agricultural Science, Arts or Home Economics candidates are eligible to apply

4-Year BSc (Midwifery) (for WASSCE holders) Candidates with Business subjects are advised not to apply. Only Pure Science, Agricultural Science, Arts or Home Economics candidates are eligible to apply.

Requirement/Subject Combination

Three Core (compulsory) Subjects	Three Elective Subjects (Any three from the following groupings)
	Science
1. English Language 2. Mathematics 3. Integrated Science	1. Physics 2. Chemistry 3. Biology 4. Elective mathematics
	Non-Sciences
	1. History 2. Geography 3. Economics 4. Government 5. Literature in English 6. French 7. Biology 8. Physics 9. Chemistry 10. Management in living 11. Food and nutrition 12. Christian religion 13. Islamic religion 14. General agricultural science 15. Any Ghanaian Language (Dagbani, Twi Fante, etc.)

NB : Social Studies is not accepted as a core subject and therefore not used in calculating the aggregate score.

1. Aggregate Cut-Off Point

BSC NURSING

Category	Aggregate Cut-Off Point
Science Students
Male	9
Female	10
Non-Science Students
Male	7
Female	8

BSC MIDWIFERY

Category	Aggregate Cut-Off Point
Science Students
Male	9
Female	10
Non-Science Students
Male	7
Female	8

A. MATURE/Top-Up APPLICANTS .

i. Mature Applicants

a. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Midwifery

Admission / Entry Requirement

Applicant to the 3-year BSc Midwifery programme must be a Registered Nurse with Diploma (RGN), a State Registered Nurse (SRN) or a Registered Midwife (RM) with post-basic Certificate. Applicants must be in good standing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana with at least three (3) years post registration work experience. International applicants must show evidence of registration with their home Professional Regulatory Bodies. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must also show evidence of English Language proficiency.

Options for study : Modular/Sandwich/Weekend

Closing date for applications: June 30, 2025

Interviews to be conducted in July 2025.

b. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Nurse Practitioner

Applicants to the 3-year BSc Nurse Practitioner programme must be a Registered Nurse with Diploma (RGN), a State Registered Nurse (SRN) or Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) with Diploma. Candidates must be in good standing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana with at least three (3) years post registration work experience. International applicants must show evidence of registration with their home Professional Regulatory Bodies. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must also show evidence of English Language proficiency.

Closing date for applications: June 30, 2025

Interviews to be conducted in July 2025.

Top-Up Programme

Bachelor of Science (BSc) General Nursing

Applicants to the 2-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) in General Nursing Programme must be Registered Nurses with a Diploma and in good standing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana. Candidates must have at least three (3) years post registration work experience. International applicants must show evidence of registration with their home Professional Regulatory Bodies. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must also show evidence of English Language proficiency.

Closing date for applications: June 30, 2025

Interviews to be conducted in July 2025.

Options for study : Modular/Sandwich/Weekend.

Bachelor of Science (BSc) Midwifery

Applicants to the 2-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Midwifery Programme must be Registered Midwives with a Diploma and in good standing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana. Candidates must have at least three (3) years post registration work experience. International applicants must show evidence of registration with their home Professional Regulatory Bodies. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must also show evidence of English Language proficiency.

Options for study : Modular/Sandwich/Weekend.

Closing date for applications: June 30, 2025

Interviews to be conducted in July 2025.

Bachelor of Science (BSc) Paediatric Nursing

Applicants to the 2-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Paediatric Nursing Programme must be Registered Nurses/Midwives with a Diploma or State Registered Nursing Certificate. Candidates must be in good standing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana with at least three (3) years post registration work experience. International applicants must show evidence of registration with their home Professional Regulatory Bodies. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must also show evidence of English Language proficiency.

Closing date for applications: June 30, 2025

Interviews to be conducted in July 2025.

Contact for enquiries :

SoNM Office Line: 0372094289

Email: sonm@uds.edu.gh

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

Undergraduate Programmes

BSc. Health Information Management

BPH. Public Health

BSc. Health Education and Promotion

Entry Requirements for BSc in Health Information Management

Regular Programme

4-Year BSc (Health Information Management): This is a science-based programme. For WASSCE holders, candidates with business subjects should reflect carefully before applying for this programme. Pure Science, Agricultural Science, Arts, or Home Economics candidates are eligible to apply. Candidates should possess credit passes from A1 to C6 in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science) and three (3) elective subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Economics, Geography, Government, Accounting, Management, General Arts, Animal Husbandry, General Agriculture, Information Communication Technology, Management in Living and Food & Nutrition). For SSSCE holders, candidates should possess a General Science background with credit passes from A to D in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science) and three Electives (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Economics, and Geography).

Post Basic Entry (Fee Paying option)

3-Year BSc (Health Information Management): For Professional Certificate holders ( Medical Records, Community Health, Health Promotion, Health Information Management, Biostatistics, and Disease Control & Surveillance ) from a Ministry of Health Training Institution(s) whose certificates are recognized by the UDS will be enrolled into the 4-Year BSc Health Information Management Programme at Level 200. Candidates must have at least a PASS in the Certificate Programme. Candidates should also have at least three (3) years of relevant work experience. Candidates will be enrolled after successfully passing an assessment and interview at the University for Development Studies.
2-Year BSc (Health Information Management): For Professional Diploma Certificate holders ( Medical Records, Community Health, Health Promotion, Health Information Management, Biostatistics, Information Communication Technology, Computer Science, and Disease Control & Surveillance ) from a Ministry of Health Training Institution(s) whose Diplomas are recognized by the UDS will be enrolled into the 4-Year BSc Health Information Management Programme at Level 300. Candidates must have at least a PASS in the Diploma Programme. Candidates should also have at least three (3) years of relevant work experience. Candidates will be enrolled after successfully passing an assessment and interview at the University for Development Studies.

BPH. PUBLIC HEALTH (with options in Health Promotion, Environmental Health, and Occupational Health & Safety)

The general requirements for admission to first degree programmes are three (3) credit passes in three core subjects and three (3) credit passes in three relevant elective subjects.

i. SSSCE Candidates: Credit Passes (A – D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.

ii. WASSCE Candidates: Credit Passes (A1 – C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.

iii. GBCE Candidates: Credit Passes (A – D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.

Entry Levels

4 Year Year BPH. Bachelor of Public Health Programme – This is for holders of Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE), West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), and General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) with passes as indicated above.
3 Year Year BPH. Bachelor of Public Health Programme – This is for holders of Certificates in Health-related programmes (including Nursing, Midwifery, Environmental Health, Nutrition, Disease Control, Health Promotion, Health Information Management etc.) with six (6) credit passes in WASSCE/SSSCE/GBCE as indicated above and at least a pass in the licensure examination. Prospective applicants must have at least 3 years of working experience as Health professionals.

Those who have certificates but do not have six credit passes in WASSCE/SSCE/GBCE as indicated have the opportunity to be admitted through an access upgrade. To be qualified for admission through the access upgrade, prospective applicants must have been invited for a 2 months access course (comprising of English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology).

2 Year BPH. Bachelor of Public Health Programme – This is for holders of Diplomas in Health-related programmes (including Nursing, Midwifery, Environmental Health, Nutrition, Disease Control etc.) with at least a pass in the licensure examination. Prospective applicants must have at least 3 years of working experience as Health Professionals.

There are two options for the top up programmes; They include top up regular and sandwich. The regular students are supposed to attend lectures on campus throughout their study while the sandwich students receive tuition via virtual means and only come to campus for revision and exams.

Foreign applicants :

This category of applicants refers to applicants who are from nations other than Ghana and may or may not be resident in Ghana with foreign certificates.

They may be admitted based on similar qualifications and knowledge in any Public Health discipline equivalent to what prevails in Ghana and are subjected to approval by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission.

BSc. Health Education and Promotion

The general requirements for admission to first degree programmes are three (3) credit passes in three core subjects and three (3) credit passes in three relevant elective subjects.

iv. SSSCE Candidates: Credit Passes (A – D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.

v. WASSCE Candidates: Credit Passes (A1 – C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.

Entry Levels

4 Year Year BSc. Health Education and Promotion Programme – This is for holders of Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE), and West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) with passes as indicated above.
3 Year Year BSc. Health Education and Promotion Programme – This is for holders of Certificates in Health-related programmes (including Nursing, Midwifery, Environmental Health, Nutrition, Disease Control, Health Promotion, Health Information Management etc.) with six (6) credit passes in WASSCE/SSSCE as indicated above. Prospective applicants must have at least 3 years of working experience as Health professionals.

Those who have certificates but do not have six credit passes in WASSCE/SSCE as indicated have the opportunity to be admitted through an access upgrade. To be qualified for admission through the access upgrade prospective applicants must have been invited for a 2 months access course (comprising of English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology).

2 Year BSc. Health Education and Promotion Programme – This is for holders of Diploma in Health-related programmes (including Nursing, Midwifery, Environmental Health, Nutrition, Disease Control etc.). Prospective applicants must have at least 3 years of working experience as Health professionals.

Foreign applicants :

This category of applicants refers to applicants who are from nations other than Ghana and may or may not be resident in Ghana with foreign certificates.

SCHOOL OF PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

6-YEAR DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PharmD) PROGRAMME

Category A: Undergraduate entry

The following qualifications are accepted for entry:

· Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations or West Africa Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSSCE/WASSCE) with t hree credit passes in English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science, plus credit passes in two elective courses including Chemistry and Biology and any one of Physics or Elective Mathematics.

· Equivalences of the SSSCE/WASSCE such as:

i. GCE (Cambridge)- ‘A’ levels

ii. IGCSE (Cambridge)- ‘A’ Levels

iii. Baccalaureate (French)

iv. International Baccalaureate (IB)

v. American High School Grade-Grade 12 and 13 examinations

vi. Any other external qualifications, which have equivalences to the SSSCE/WASSCE as determined by the National Accreditation Board.

· Short-listed applicants would be invited to take a written entry examination and an interview.

· Applicants must obtain at least 50% in both the assessment examinations and interviews to be admitted into the programme.

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

Department: Basic Education Studies

i. Sandwich Programmes

a. Certificate In Early Childhood Education

Programme Description:

This is a comprehensive certificate sandwich course for Nursery Attendants who want to sharpen the skills in Early Childhood Education and people who may not meet the requirement for a degree or Diploma in Basic Education or Early Grade Education but still want to have a University Education. The programme will last for 2 sandwich sessions (July -August every academic year for 2 consecutive years)

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. To empower practitioners of early childhood care and education to adopt developmentally appropriate programmes and practices in their centres.

ii. To provide opportunities for experienced pre-school teachers and attendants to upgrade themselves while on the job in order to enhance the quality of early childhood care and education services

iii. To provide trained personnel for the government’s expansion programme for extending basic education with a further two years of pre-school education.

iv. To equip participants with basic skills and competencies for further progression.

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of four passes (E8 or D7) in four WAEC examinable subjects including English and Mathematics.

b. Diploma in Basic Education

Programme Description:

It is intended to provide the teeming number of pupil-teachers in private schools and Cert A holders in public schools the opportunity to access professional teacher education to become competent basic school teachers to deliver quality education in Ghanaian Basic Schools. It offers candidates the flexibility to be working while pursuing their dream of obtaining a university qualification. The programme duration is 3 sandwich sessions (July -August every academic year for 3 consecutive years)

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. Provide pre-service basic education teacher trainees with the opportunity to apply the principles, techniques, and strategies of teaching to classroom practice.

ii. Provide all student teachers with basic knowledge on the foundations of teaching and learning for effective classroom practice at the basic school.

iii. Introduce trainees to reflective teaching practice where learning from their own classroom practices and other teachers in their schools of practice will serve as the basis for improving their teaching and learning

iv. Create opportunities for serving non-professional teachers to achieve basic professional qualifications and advance their careers for contributing more meaningfully to the on-going reforms in education

v. Contribute to addressing quality teaching and instructional management challenges in Basic Schools.

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of 2 passes (E8 or D7) in English and Maths in addition to C6 or better in any three (3) elective subjects.

c. Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education

Programme Description:

It is intended to provide the teeming number of pupil-teachers in private schools and Cert A holders in public schools the opportunity to access professional teacher education to become competent Early Childhood teachers to deliver quality preschool education in Ghanaian Nurseries and Kindergartens. It offers candidates the flexibility to be working while pursuing their dream of obtaining a university qualification. The programme duration is 3 sandwich sessions (July -August every academic year for 3 consecutive years)

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. Provide pre-service basic education teacher trainees with the opportunity to apply the principles, techniques, and strategies of teaching to classroom practice.

ii. Provide all student teachers with basic knowledge on the foundations of teaching and learning for effective classroom practice at the basic school.

v. Contribute to addressing quality teaching and instructional management challenges in

Basic Schools.

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of 2 passes (E8 or D7) in English and Maths in addition to C6 or better in any three (3) elective subjects.

d. Post-Diploma in Basic Education (SANDWICH)

The programme is part of the effort to respond to local demand and directed towards building capacities for meeting on-going basic education reforms for quality education in Ghana. It will provide Diploma holders in education the opportunity to pursue a top-up degree programme in Basic Education at the University. It will train and upgrade their skills on best pedagogical practices and current trends in Basic Education. It offers candidates the flexibility to be working while upgrading their professional qualifications to obtain a first degree in education. This programme will last for 3 sandwich sessions (July -August every year for 3 consecutive years).

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. Provide pre-service and in-service students with the opportunity to apply the principles, techniques, and strategies of teaching to classroom practice.

ii. Provide trainee-students with in-depth knowledge of the foundations of teaching and learning for effective classroom practices.

iii. Equip and expand the research capacities of students for conducting classroom-based research and for translating knowledge into action within the pedagogical space.

iv. Create opportunities for serving diploma teachers to upgrade their qualifications and advance their careers for contributing more meaningfully to the on-going reforms in education

v. Equip the graduates with modern methodologies for effective delivery of basic skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT;

vi. Contribute to addressing the teaching quality and managerial challenges in Basic Schools.

Entry Requirement:

A Diploma in Basic Education or Early Childhood Education with a CGPA of 2.5 or above.

e. Post-Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education

The programme is as part of the effort to respond to local demand and directed towards building capacities for meeting on-going basic education reforms for quality education in Ghana. It provides Diploma holder in education the opportunity to pursue a top-up degree programme in Early Childhood Care and Education at the University. It will train and upgrade their skills on best pedagogical practices and current trends in Early Childhood Education. It offers candidates the flexibility to be working while upgrading their professional qualifications to obtain a first degree in education. This programme duration is 3 sandwich sessions (July -August every year for 3 consecutive years).

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. Promote classroom-based research and instructional development training

ii. Enable students acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of teaching and managing preschools.

iii. Equip the graduates with modern methodologies for effective delivery.

iv. Address the teaching and managerial challenges in Early Childhood Care and Development Centres.

v. Promote the professional identity, prestige and respect for the early childhood Educators.

vi. Demonstrate the ability to motivate and help pre-schoolers build the basic foundations for their development in the three domains (cognitive, affective, and psychomotor).

ii. Regular Programmes

a. Diploma in Basic Education

Programme Description:

This programme is intended to provide Senior High School graduates who narrowly miss the requirements for pursuing a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme. This is to give them an opportunity to access direct university education to be trained as qualified and professional Basic Education teachers. It aims at building capacities for meeting the on-going basic education reforms towards the provision of quality education in Ghanaian Basic Schools. This is a two-year programme.

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. Provide pre-service basic education teacher trainees with the opportunity to apply the principles, techniques, and strategies of teaching to classroom practice.

ii. Provide all student teachers with basic knowledge on the foundations of teaching and learning for effective classroom practices at the basic school.

iii. Introduce trainee to reflective teaching practice where learning from their own classroom practices and other teachers in their schools of practice will serve as the basis for improving their teaching and learning

v. Contribute to addressing quality teaching and instructional management challenges in Basic Schools.

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of 2 passes (E8 or D7) in English and Maths in addition to C6 or better in any three (3) elective subjects.

b. Diploma In Early Childhood Care and Education (Regular)

Programme Description:

This programme is intended to provide Senior High School graduates who narrowly miss the requirements for pursuing a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme. This is to give them an opportunity to access direct university education to be trained as qualified and professional Early Childhood Education teachers. It aims at building capacities for meeting the on-going basic education reforms towards the provision quality education in Ghanaian Basic Schools. This is a two-year programme.

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. To prepare pre service Early Childhood Care professionals who are equipped with the requisite knowledge and skill for handling children at the pre-school level.

ii. To create opportunity for untrained early childhood care givers to acquire professional skill and knowledge to improve their practice.

iii. To prepare professional with the attitudes and motivation for working with children in the early stage of schooling.

iv. To create opportunities for future students who can feed into our ongoing bachelor’s programmes in ECE.

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of 2 passes (E8 or D7) in English and Maths in addition to C6 or better in any three (3) elective subjects.

c. Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Basic Education

Programme Description:

The programme provides quality university teacher education to students from Senior High Schools and colleges of Education. It will train and upgrade their skills on best pedagogical practices and current trends in Basic Education. The programme seeks to produce competent, sound pre-service and in-service professional Basic School teachers. It is developed as part of the effort to respond to local demand. It is directed towards building capacities for meeting the on-going basic education reforms for quality education in Ghana. This is a four-year programme.

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. Provide pre-service and in-service students with the opportunity to apply the principles, techniques, and strategies of teaching to classroom practice.

ii. Provide trainee-students with in-depth knowledge of the foundations of teaching and learning for effective classroom practices.

iii. Equip and expand the research capacities of students for conducting classroom-based research and for translating knowledge into action within the pedagogical space.

iv. Create opportunities for serving diploma teachers to upgrade their qualifications and advance their careers for contributing more meaningfully to the on-going reforms in education

v. Equip the graduates with modern methodologies for effective delivery of basic skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT;

vi. Contribute to addressing the teaching quality and managerial challenges in Basic Schools.

Entry Requirements:

A least C6 in three (3) core WAEC examinable subjects including English and Maths and in three (3) elective subjects.

d. Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Early Childhood Care and Education

Programme Description:

The programme provides quality university teacher education to students from Senior High Schools and colleges of Education. It will train and upgrade their skills on best pedagogical practices and current trends in Early Childhood Education. The programme will produce the needed professional Early Childhood Education teachers. It is developed as part of the effort to respond to local demand and directed towards building capacities for meeting on-going basic education reforms for quality education in Ghana. This is a four-year programme.

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

vii. Promote classroom-based research and instructional development training

viii. Enable students acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of teaching and managing preschools.

ix. Equip the graduates with modern methodologies for effective delivery.

x. Address the teaching and managerial challenges in Early Childhood Care and Development Centres.

xi. Promote the professional identity, prestige and respect for the early childhood Educators.

xii. Demonstrate the ability to motivate and help pre-schoolers build the basic foundations for their development in the three domains (cognitive, affective, and psychomotor).

Entry Requirements:

A least C6 in three (3) core WAEC examinable subjects including English and Maths and in three (3) elective subjects.

Department of Business Education (DoBE)

Programme: Bachelor of Education in Business Studies (BED Business Studies) with options in Accounting and Business Management

Programme Description:

This programme is a 4-year undergraduate degree programme. This programme will train the needed professional business education teachers to teach accounting/business management in public and private senior high schools. It will also equip them with the requisite skills to work in business industry. The BED Business Studies Programme is structured in a way that students are to take a combination of University Mandatory and Core courses from the Department as well as Compulsory Elective courses from the School of Applied Economics and Management sciences in Year I and Year II of the programme. From Years III to IV, the students will take courses from the Department and only one course from the School of Applied Economics and Management sciences in their area of optional specialization with no elective courses.

The programme seeks to achieve the following objectives:

i. Train accounting and management teachers or facilitators for senior high schools

ii. Promote basic and applied research in accounting and management education

iii. Prepare student-teacher for higher academic and professional pursuits in accounting and business management education

Entry Requirements

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) candidates: Grade D or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (Core), Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three (3) elective subjects. The aggregate score of the best 6 subjects (three core and three electives) should not exceed 24.
West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination candidates : Grade C6 or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (Core), Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three (3) elective subjects. The aggregate score of the best 6 subjects (three core and three electives) should not exceed 36.
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level candidates : Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE Ordinary level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for Science students.
Advance Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) candidates : Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE).

Mature Students’ Entry:

o The candidates must be at least 25 years old;

o Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of date of birth which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;

o Provide introductory letter from employer or show other proof of employment;

o Have five years employment experience

o Pass Mature Students’ Entrance Examinations conducted by the university (English Language, Mathematics and a paper in the subject area as well as an Interview). In lieu of the examinations, the applicant should show proof of credit passes in five GCE ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics/Statistics and Science; SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have passes in core English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Social Studies and three elective subjects in the Social Sciences/Humanities.

VI. Foreign Qualifications:

All foreign qualifications where necessary would be referred to the National Accreditation Board (NAB) for determination of equivalences and eligibility for admissions into the University’s programmes.

VII. Higher National Diploma (HND) Qualifications

Higher National Diploma (HND) and other Diploma applicants seeking admission into the Degree programmes should possess a good HND certificate (i.e, at least Second Class Lower Division in the relevant area. The HND applicants would be admitted to level 100 or 200 depending on the programme sought. Applicants would be expected to pass a selection interview to be conducted by the University.

Department: Humanities and Social Science Education

Programme: B.Ed. Social Science

Programme Description:

B.Ed. Social Science is an accredited professional education programme at the University for Development Studies, Tamale campus that aims to train professional teachers in social science relevant courses for Second Cycles Schools Education. This course will enable students to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge in social issues.

Programme Objectives

The four-year Bachelor of Education programme seeks to:

· Enable students to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge in the social sciences.

· Equip dedicated students with creative skills in promoting curriculum innovation in second cycle schools.

· Prepare student teachers with the skills to connect teaching to social problems and motivate students’ learning.

· Train professionals who will apply their knowledge and skills to the community to contribute to national development.

Entry Requirements

I. WASSCE: Candidates/applicants seeking admission must meet the minimum entry requirements for Universities under the West African Examination Council Examination categories, based on a competitive basis. They include:

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) Candidates : Grades C6 or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (core), Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three electives. The aggregate score of the best six (6) subjects (three cores and three electives) should not exceed 24.
West African Senior School Certificate Examination Candidates : Grades D or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (core), Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three electives. The aggregate score of the best six subjects (three cores and three electives) should not exceed 36.
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level Candidates : Passes in three subjects (at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, applicants must have credit passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE ordinary level subjects, including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Art subject for science students.

II. Matured Students’ Entry: The candidate must:

· Be at least 25 years old and provide proof with a birth certificate or any legitimate document containing the date of birth at least five years old at the time of application.

· Provide an introductory letter from an employer or other proof of employment.

Have five (5) years of employment experience.

· Pass a mature students’ entrance examinations conducted by the University (English Language, Mathematics and a paper in the subject area, and an interview). In lieu of the examination, the applicant should provide proof of credit passes in five (5) GCE O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics/Statistics and Science; SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have passes in Core English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Social Studies and the three elective subjects in the Social Sciences/Humanities.

III. Foreign Qualifications: All foreign qualifications will be referred to the National Accreditation Board (NAB) to determine equivalences and eligibility for admissions into the University’s programmes.

IV. Higher National Diploma (HND) Qualifications: Higher National Diploma (HND) applicants seeking admission into degree programmes should possess a good HND certificate (i.e. At least second-class lower division in the relevant area). The HND applicants will be admitted to level 100 or 200, depending on the programme sought. Applicants will be expected to pass a selection interview conducted by the university.

V. Other Diploma applicants seeking admission into degree programmes should possess a distinction or pass with a GPA not below 1.5. In addition, Diploma students must have done any two of the following in their Senior High School Certificate Examination. Geography, Economics, History and Government to qualify to do Social Science.

Department: Mathematics and ICT Education

Programmes:

1. B. Ed Mathematics

The Bachelor of Education (B. Ed) degree in Mathematics Education is an academic programme which is carefully designed to produce teachers in Mathematics. It has been aimed to provide a good blend of knowledge in mathematics and in education. It blends theory in the form of lectures and seminars with practical training in methodology and internships. It exposes students to current topical issues of Mathematics teaching and environmental relevance. It is a four-year programme designed with the view to train young men and women for careers in education and the teaching profession.

Aims and Objectives

Generally, the main purpose of the B. Ed Mathematics programme is to produce competent Mathematics Teachers for the education sector.

Specifically, the four-year bachelor of education programme seeks to:

· Develop a practical knowledge and understanding of the ways of teaching Mathematics

· Produce Mathematics Education professionals who can recognize and appreciate the role of Mathematics Education in development.

· Produce Mathematics Education professionals who can use practical approaches, methodology and resources for promoting interest in the learning in schools.

· Build skills for using innovative approaches and methodologies for promoting confidence and competencies in themselves for teaching and in their students for learning Mathematics.

· Equip students’ teachers with skills and techniques for motivating students and generating enthusiasm for the learning of mathematics through practical activities, exploration and discussions in everyday living.

Entry Requirements

VI. WASSCE: Candidates/applicants seeking admission must meet the minimum entry requirements for Universities under the West African Examination Council Examination categories, based on a competitive basis. They include:

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) Candidates : Grades C6 or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (core), Integrated Science) and three electives. Elective Mathematics and any two of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Geography, Management, Accounting, etc. The aggregate score of the best six (6) subjects (three cores and three electives) should not exceed 24.
West African Senior School Certificate Examination Candidates : Grades D or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (core), Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three electives. Elective Mathematics and any two of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Geography, Management, Accounting, etc. The aggregate score of the best six subjects (three cores and three electives) should not exceed 36.
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level Candidates : Passes in three subjects including Mathematics (at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, applicants must have credit passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE ordinary level subjects, including English, Mathematics and General Science (for non-science students) and an Art subject for science students.

VII. Matured Students: The candidate must:

· Be at least 25 years old and provide proof with a birth certificate or any legitimate document containing the date of birth at least five years old at the time of application.

· Provide an introductory letter from an employer or other proof of employment.

Have five (5) years of employment experience.

· Pass a mature students’ entrance examinations conducted by the University (English Language, Mathematics and a paper in the subject area, and an interview). In lieu of the examination, the applicant should provide proof of credit passes in five (5) GCE O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and General Science; SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have passes in Core English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Social Studies and the three elective subjects in the Social Sciences/Humanities. One of which should be Elective Mathematics

VIII. Foreign Qualifications: All foreign qualifications will be referred to the National Accreditation Board (NAB) to determine equivalences and eligibility for admissions into the University’s programmes.

IX. Higher National Diploma (HND) Qualifications: Higher National Diploma (HND) applicants seeking admission into degree programmes should possess a good HND certificate (i.e. At least second-class lower division in the relevant area). The HND applicants will be admitted to level 100 or 200, depending on the programme sought. Applicants will be expected to pass a selection interview conducted by the university.

X. Other Diploma applicants seeking admission into degree programmes should possess a distinction or pass with a GPA not below 1.5. In addition, Diploma students must have done Elective Mathematics and any one of the following in their Senior High School certificate Examination. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, History, Geography, Management, Accounting, etc.

2. B. Ed Information, Communication and Technology (ICT)

The Bachelor of Education (B. Ed) degree in ICT is an academic programme which is carefully designed to produce teachers in ICT. It is aimed to provide a good blend of knowledge in ICT and in education. It blends theory in the form of lectures and practical training in content, methodology and internships. It exposes students to current topical issues of ICT teaching and environmental relevance. It is a four-year programme designed with the view to train young men and women for careers in both education and non-education sectors.

Aims and Objectives

Generally, the main purpose of the B. Ed ICT programme is to produce competent ICT Teachers for the education sector.

Specifically, the four-year Bachelor of Education programme seeks to:

· Develop a practical knowledge and understanding of the ways of teaching ICT

· Produce ICT Education professionals who can recognize and appreciate the role of ICT Education in development.

· Produce ICT Education professionals who can use practical approaches, methodology and resources for promoting interest in the learning in schools.

· Build skills for using innovative approaches and methodologies for promoting confidence and competencies in themselves for teaching and in their students for learning ICT.

· Equip students’ teachers with skills and techniques for motivating students and generating enthusiasm for the learning of ICT through practical activities, exploration and discussions in everyday living.

Entry Requirements

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) Candidates : Grades C6 or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (core), Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three electives. The aggregate score of the best six (6) subjects (three cores and three electives) should not exceed 24.
West African Senior School Certificate Examination Candidates : Grades D or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (core), Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three electives. The aggregate score of the best six subjects (three cores and three electives) should not exceed 36.
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level Candidates : Passes in three subjects including Mathematics (at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, applicants must have credit passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE ordinary level subjects, including English, Mathematics and General Science (for non-science students) and an Art subject for science students.

II. Matured Students: The candidate must:

· Be at least 25 years old and provide proof with a birth certificate or any legitimate document containing the date of birth at least five years old at the time of application.

· Provide an introductory letter from an employer or other proof of employment.

Have five (5) years of employment experience.

· Pass a mature students’ entrance examinations conducted by the University (English Language, Mathematics and a paper in the subject area, and an interview). In lieu of the examination, the applicant should provide proof of credit passes in five (5) GCE O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and General Science; SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have passes in Core English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Social Studies and the three elective subjects in the Social Sciences/Humanities. One of which should be Elective Mathematics.

V. Other Diploma applicants seeking admission into degree programmes should possess a distinction or pass with a GPA not below 1.5. In addition, Diploma students must have done in any one of the following in their Senior High School certificate Examination. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, History, Geography, Management, Accounting, etc.

3. Diploma In Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) Education

The Diploma in ICT Education is an academic programme which is designed to produce teachers in ICT. It is aimed to provide a good blend of knowledge in ICT and in education. It blends theory in the form of lectures and practical training in content, methodology and internships. It exposes students to current topical issues of ICT teaching and environmental relevance. It is a two-year programme designed with the view to train young men and women for careers in both education and non-education sectors.

Aims and Objectives

Generally, the main purpose of the Diploma in ICT Education programme is to produce competent ICT Teachers for the education sector.

Specifically, the two-year diploma in ICT Education programme seeks to:

· Equip graduates with the requisite foundation in ICT to enable them lather to pursue B. Ed ICT programmes.

· Develop a practical knowledge and understanding of the ways of teaching ICT

· Build skills for using innovative approaches and methodologies for promoting confidence and competencies in themselves for teaching and in their students for learning ICT.

Entry Requirements

VI. Candidates/applicants seeking admission must meet the minimum entry requirements for Universities under the West African Examination Council Examination categories, based on a competitive basis. They include:

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE): Candidates must have at least three (3) passes in core subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and credit passes (Grade 6 or better) in at least two in electives.
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE): Candidates must have at least three (3) passes in core subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and credit passes (Grade 6 or better) in at least two in electives.
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Ordinary Level Candidates : Applicants must have credit passes (Grade 6 or better) in five (5) GCE ordinary level subjects, including English, Mathematics and General Science (for non-science students) and an Art subject for science students.

VII. Matured Students: The candidate must:

· Be at least 25 years old and provide proof with a birth certificate or any legitimate document containing the date of birth at least five years old at the time of application.

· Provide an introductory letter from an employer or other proof of employment.

Have five (5) years of employment experience.

· SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have passes in core and elective subjects in the Social Sciences/Humanities.

FACULTY OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (FSDS)

4-Year BA (Development Education)
4-Year BA Gender and Development Studies
4-Year BA Community Development Studies
4-Year BSc. Land Administration
4-Year BSc. Planning
4-Year BSc. Sustainable Development Studies

Diploma Programme

2-Year Diploma in Development Education

B. CITY CAMPUS

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

PROGRAMMES

A. Undergraduate Programmes

1. Diploma in Business Administration*

2. BSc Accounting

3. BSc Banking and Finance

4. BSc Marketing

5. BSc Human Resource Management

1. Diploma in Business Administration

A Diploma in Business Administration is a programme of study that provides students with foundational knowledge and skills in the field of business. The diploma in Business Administration curriculum is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the principles and practices underpinning modern business operations. Our Diploma in Business Administration serves as a foundation for further study in business, such as pursuing a Bachelor’s in a related field.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to a Diploma programme, a candidate must satisfy the following minimum requirements:

SSSCE/WASSCE

· Passes in all the core subjects i.e. Core English, Core Mathematics, Core Science/ Integrated Science, Core Social Studies and any two electives.

2. BSc Accounting

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting is a four (4) year degree that prepares students to attain functional proficiency in accounting and accounting technologies and demonstrate and defend proposed solutions to accounting problems.

Admission Requirements

West Africa Senior School Certificate,

o At least six (6) credits (A1 – C6) in WASSCE in three Core subjects (English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three elective subjects from Business, General Arts, General Science, Home Economics, and Agriculture with a total aggregate of 36 or better.

General Certificate of Education (Ordinary and Advanced Levels),
International Baccalaureate (IB), IGCSE, GCSE, the American Grade 12 and 13 examinations and other external qualifications which have equivalences to the SSSCE or the WASSCE,
Candidates in possession of a diploma from the University for Development Studies or its equivalent,
General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE ): Applicants should have credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (including English Language and Mathematics and three (3) relevant elective subjects.
Advanced Business Certificate Examinations (ABCE) Full diploma certificate (i.e. passes in five (5) subjects including three compulsory subjects in the diploma option of the ABCE) and at least two of the passes should be grade D or better. In addition, the applicant must have had credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies in the GBCE only.
Mature students: candidates (aged at least 25 years) who have duly passed the University’s mature students’ examinations.

3. BSc Banking and Finance

BSc Banking and Finance combines academic rigour with practical financial skills to meet the needs of demanding careers in banking and finance. The first year introduces you to the main functional areas of business, including accounting, finance, management and marketing. This gives you the flexibility to work in any finance and banking or business area after graduation. In your final year, you have the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice by completing an in-depth, independent research project or dissertation. This will give you a chance to further develop vital employability skills in the areas of finance and research.

Admission Requirements

West Africa Senior School Certificate,

General Certificate of Education (Ordinary and Advanced Levels),
International Baccalaureate (IB), IGCSE, GCSE, the American Grade 12 and 13 examinations and other external qualifications which have equivalences to the SSSCE or the WASSCE,
Candidates in possession of a diploma from the University for Development Studies or its equivalent,
General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE): Applicants should have credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) and three (3) relevant elective subjects.
Advanced Business Certificate Examinations (ABCE) Full diploma certificate (i.e. passes in five (5) subjects including three compulsory subjects in the diploma option of the ABCE) and at least two of the passes should be grade D or better. In addition, the applicant must have had credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies in the GBCE only.
Mature students: candidates (aged at least 25 years) who have duly passed the University’s mature students’ examinations.

4. BSc Human Resource Management

This BSc Human Resource Management programme gives students a chance to research and investigate a variety of fundamental ideas and techniques relating to the theory, ethics, and practices of human resource management. The programme’s goals are to:

• Provide a thorough examination of human resource management utilising a combination of sociological, psychological, political, and economic theories.

• Present the foundations of managing people coupled with sector-specific organisational functions.

• Help people comprehend and become aware of the current challenges facing human resource management in the contemporary economy.

• Encourage and promote the development of various practical and transferable interpersonal, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Admission Requirements

West Africa Senior School Certificate,

General Certificate of Education (Ordinary and Advanced Levels),
International Baccalaureate (IB), IGCSE, GCSE, the American Grade 12 and 13 examinations and other external qualifications which have equivalences to the SSSCE or the WASSCE,
Candidates in possession of a diploma from the University for Development Studies or its equivalent,
General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE): Applicants should have credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) and three (3) relevant elective subjects.
Advanced Business Certificate Examinations (ABCE) Full diploma certificate (i.e. passes in five (5) subjects including three compulsory subjects in the diploma option of the ABCE) and at least two of the passes should be grade D or better. In addition, the applicant must have had credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies in the GBCE only.
Mature students: candidates (aged at least 25 years) who have duly passed the University’s mature students’ examinations.

5. BSc Marketing

The BSc Marketing programme will enhance your ability to build and execute a compelling marketing plan because of your increased grasp of consumer behaviour. The marketing elements of this programme introduce you to the principles that deliver good marketing practices. You will learn about consumers and the role of markets and marketing in today’s society. By studying an introduction to accounting principles and economics, you will learn how marketing affects an organisation’s financial stability. You will also gain insight into how markets operate.

Admission Requirements

West Africa Senior School Certificate,

General Certificate of Education (Ordinary and Advanced Levels),
International Baccalaureate (IB), IGCSE, GCSE, the American Grade 12 and 13 examinations and other external qualifications which have equivalences to the SSSCE or the WASSCE,
Candidates in possession of a diploma from the University for Development Studies or its equivalent,
General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE): Applicants should have credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) and three (3) relevant elective subjects.
Advanced Business Certificate Examinations (ABCE) Full diploma certificate (i.e. passes in five (5) subjects including three compulsory subjects in the diploma option of the ABCE) and at least two of the passes should be grade D or better. In addition, the applicant must have had credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies in the GBCE only.
Mature students: candidates (aged at least 25 years) who have duly passed the University’s mature students’ examinations.

C. NYANKPALA CAMPUS

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND CONSUMER SCIENCES (FoAFCS)

Programme Title: BSc. Agriculture Technology

Brief Description: The Agriculture Technology programme is to provide undergraduate training and research in general agriculture with options in Animal Science, Crop Science, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension and Innovation Communication, Soil Science, Agricultural Biotechnology, and Agricultural Mechanization and Irrigation Technology. The options offer students an opportunity to major in areas of interest and provide skills for application in sustainable agriculture and related fields.

Qualification: The general admission requirement for WASSCE holders seeking admission into Degree programmes isat least, C6 in all their three Core and three Electives.

Candidates holding HND with Second Class Upper or better would be admitted into Level 200 or 300 depending upon the alignment of their programme of study with the specific programmes in the faculty. Accredited Diploma holders with at least credit would be admitted into Level 200 depending upon the alignment of their programme of study with the specific programmes in the faculty. Mature students must be 25 year or above by August of the year of application. They are required to have 5 passes in WASSCE/SSCE including English Language and Mathematics. They are expected to pass an examination and selection interview to be conducted by the university.

Cut off points: The total aggregate should be 30 or better for WASSCE and 20 or better for SSSCE.

Program title: Diploma Agriculture Technology

Brief Description: The Diploma Agriculture Technology programme seeks to offer students practical training in general agriculture with options in Animal Science, Crop Science, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension and Innovation Communication, Soil Science, Agricultural Biotechnology, and Agricultural Mechanization and Irrigation Technology. The options offer students an opportunity to major in areas of interest and provide skills for application in sustainable agriculture and related fields.

Qualification: Candidates who do not meet the requirements for Degree programmes are advised to apply for any one of the Diploma programmes. To be admitted into a Diploma programme, a minimum of a pass in English Language, Science and Mathematics with a minimum of credit in any three electives is required.

Any candidate without a minimum of a pass in English Language, Science and Mathematics (core) need not apply directly for the Diploma. He or she would only be admitted through Access programme run by Institute for Distance and Continuing Learning (IDCL). Such applicant will have to undergo a six-week teaching and pass a written examination conducted by Institute for Distance and Continuing Learning in the core subjects (Core Mathematics, English Language and Integrated Science).

Cut off points: The total aggregate should be 36 or better for WASSCE and 24 or better for SSSCE.

Program title: BSc. Agribusiness

Brief Description: The department of Agribusiness under Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Sciences has the broader mandate of the University to champion education with focus on addressing agri – entrepreneurial problems of the society, through teaching that reflects practically- oriented, research and field-based training. The integrated nature of the department programmes position graduates to embrace the dynamic nature of innovation and technology in agriculture.

Qualification:

(a) SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have at least C6 in all their three Core and three Elective Subjects.

(b) Applicants holding HND seeking admission into Degree programmes should possess a Second Class or better would be admitted to level 200/300 depending on the alignment of their programme of study with BSc. Agribusiness.

(c) Accredited Diploma holders with at least credit would be admitted into Level 200 depending on the alignment of their programme of study with BSc. Agribusiness.

(d) Mature students must be 25 year or above by August of the year of application. They are required to have 5 passes in WASSCE/SSCE including English Language and Mathematics. They are expected to pass an examination and selection interview to be conducted by the university.

Cut off points: The total aggregate should be 30 or better for WASSCE and 20 or better for SSSCE.

Program title: Diploma Agribusiness

Brief Description: The Diploma programme in Agribusiness has been designed with strong teaching, tutorial, practical and assessment elements in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. The aim is to produce graduates who can fit into the agriculture production, agribusiness and agri-entrepreneurship industry to help drive agriculture towards meeting national development needs upon completion.

Qualification: Candidates who do not meet the requirements for Degree programmes are advised to apply for any of the Diploma programmes. To be admitted into a Diploma programme, a minimum of a pass in English Language, Science and Mathematics with a minimum of credit in any three electives is required.

Cut off points: The total aggregate should be 36 or better for WASSCE and 24 or better for SSSCE.

Program title: BSc. Family and Consumer Science

Brief Description: The Family and Consumer Science programme is to provide undergraduate training and research in diverse family, community and work environments with study options in Food and Nutrition, Textiles and Apparel Production, Human Development and Child Studies and Tourism and Hospitality Studies. The options offer students an opportunity to major in areas of interest and provide skills for application in sustainable management of home and community resource as well as related fields.

Qualification: The general admission requirement for WASSCE holders seeking admission into Degree programmes is at least, C6 in three Core (including English Language and Mathematics, and any Science subject (preferably Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Integrated Science)) and three relevant elective subjects. For SSSCE, Candidates should have credit passes (A–D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English language and Mathematics, and any Science subject and three (3) relevant elective subjects. Applicants with Home Economics background have an advantage. HND holders with First class and Second-Class upper division with the relevant area of study will be admitted into year two (Level 200) while those with Second class lower will enter year one (level 100). Candidates with teachers’ diploma certificate with pass and had home economics background will be admitted into year two (level 200) of the programme. Mature students must be 25 year or above by August of the year of application. They are required to have 5 passes in WASSCE/SSCE including English Language and Mathematics. They are expected to pass an examination and selection interview to be conducted by the university.

Cut off points: The total aggregate should be 30 or better for WASSCE and 20 or better for SSSCE.

Program title: Diploma in Family and Consumer Science

Brief Description: The Diploma in Family and Consumer Science programme seeks to offer students practical training in diverse family, community and work environments. The programme offers students the opportunity to acquire the requisite knowledge and skills for the support of individuals and families to meet their physical, social and economic needs for improved personal and community living.

Qualification : Candidates who do not meet the requirements for BSc. Family and Consumer Science programme are advised to apply for the Diploma programme. To be admitted into a Diploma programme, a minimum of a pass in English Language, Science and Mathematics with a minimum of credit in any three relevant electives is required.

Cut off points: The total aggregate should be 36 or better for WASSCE and 24 or better for SSSCE.

Program title: BSc. Food Science and Technology

Brief Description: The Food Science and Technology programme: the general aim of the programme is to develop expertise through practical teaching and demand-driven research that will develop food products to meet the nutritional and sensory demand of the populace of Ghana, and other countries.

Qualification: The general admission requirement for WASSCE holders seeking admission into Degree programmes is at least, C6 in all their three Core and three Electives. And should have a Science –related background. Mature candidates or diploma graduates in the applied science with passes in core sciences or related courses, and English are also eligible. Mature candidates upon satisfying the above requirement may in addition be required to write and pass an entrance examination, an interview or both as organized by the university.

Diploma graduates (at least Second-Class Upper Division) from Family and Consumer Science, Biotechnology and Molecular Biology as well as Agriculture Technology programmes and HND graduates with at least 2^ND Class Upper in Food Processing/Technology or related field will be admitted to the programme from Year 2.

Cut off points: The total aggregate should be 30 or better for WASSCE and 20 or better for SSSCE.

Program title: Diploma Food Science and Technology

Brief Description: The Diploma Food Science and Technology programme seeks to offer students practical training.in food production.

Qualification: Candidates who do not meet the requirements for Degree programmes are advised to apply for any one of the Diploma programmes. To be admitted into a Diploma programme, a minimum of a pass in English Language, Science and Mathematics with a minimum of credit in any three electives is required.

Any candidate without a minimum of a pass in English Language, Science and Mathematics (core) need not apply directly for the Diploma. He or she would only be admitted through Access programme run by Institute for Distance and Continuing Learning. Such applicant will have to undergo a six-week teaching and pass a written examination conducted by Institute for Distance and Continuing Learning in the core subjects (Core Mathematics, English Language and Integrated Science).

Cut off points: The total aggregate should be 36 or better for WASSCE and 24 or better for SSSCE.

FACULTY OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT

Admission of Candidates to Diploma and First-Degree Programmes-2022/2023 Academic Year

The following courses are currently offered by the Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment (FNRE).

Full-Time/Regular Programmes

· 4-Year BSc Natural Resources Management

· 4-Year BSc. Environmental Management and Sustainability

· 4-Year BSc. Forest Resource Conservation and Management

· 4-Year BSc. Biodiversity Conservation

· 4-Year BSc. Ecotourism and Hospitality Management

These programmes are for Pure Science or Agricultural Science holders only. However, non-science-based applicants with credit passes in Elective Mathematics, Economics and Geography and at least C6 in Integrated Science qualify to apply. Also, applicants with Home Economics or Business-related backgrounds can opt for BSc. Ecotourism and Hospitality Management.

Diploma Programme

2-Year Diploma in Natural Resource Management

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

· 4-Year BA Social Work

· 4-Year BA Sociology

· 4-Year BA Political Science

· 4-Year BA History

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING (SoE)

· 4-Year BSc Mechanical Engineering (Options in Thermo-Fluids & Energy Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Applied Mechanic Engineering, Design & Production Engineering)

· 4-Year BSc Agricultural Engineering (options in Food & Post Harvest Engineering, Soil & Water Conservation Engineering, Farm Power & Machinery Engineering, Irrigation & Drainage Engineering)

· 4-Year BSc. Environmental Systems Engineering

· 4-Year BSc. Geological Engineering

SCHOOL OF VETERINARY SCIENCES

The Bachelor of Science Veterinary Nursing programme is designed to train Senior High School graduates and holders of Higher National Diplomas from other tertiary institutions in Veterinary Nursing and Animal Health Research, with the aim of increasing accessibility of animal owners to animal health services and providing an effective veterinary extension to livestock keepers and pet owners.

1. Entry requirements for admission of students:

The programme is targeted at Senior High School graduates and diploma holders in the relevant field of study from recognized institutions.

1. WASSCE/SSSCE Applicants

The prospective student must have at least, credit (A1- C6 in WASSCE and A – D in SSSCE) in the following:

· Three core subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies).

· Any three elective subjects from any of the combinations below:

o Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Elective Mathematics

o General Agriculture, Physics, and Chemistry

· Aggregate Score of the best six subjects (three core and three electives) must not exceed 36 (for the WASSCE scale) and 24 (for the SSSCE scale). However, admissions will be on a competitive basis, and various programmes offered at UDS have their cut-off points much lower than aggregate 36 for WASSCE (and 24 for SSSCE).

· The duration of the course for WASSCE and SSSCE candidates shall be 4 years.

2. Diploma to Degree Applicants

A diploma in Animal Health or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution with strong animal health programmes may be considered.

· Applicants must obtain a minimum of second class (upper division)

· Additionally, applicants must have WASSCE/SSSCE passes in three (3) core subjects (including Mathematics and English language) and two (2) electives in General Science or Agricultural related subjects, or credit passes in five (5) subjects including English language, Science and Mathematics at the GCE ‘O’ level.

· Diploma holders must additionally have a minimum of 3 years field experience.

· Qualified applicants will be admitted to level 200 of the programme.

3. For the sandwich course, only candidates with diploma from recognized institution shall be admitted. This will be a full fee-paying programme.

· Admission requirement will be as in 2 above.

· Duration for sandwich programmes shall also be 3 years.

3. Mature Applicants

· At the time of application, applicants must be at least 25 years of age.

· Applicants must obtain a minimum of credit in at least three (3) electives (General Science or Agricultural related) and passes in 2 core subjects at WASSCE/SSSCE/’O’ levels

· Additionally, candidates must pass an admission interview and entrance examinations (General Knowledge, English Language and Mathematics) conducted by the University.

· Qualified applicants will be admitted to level 100 of the programme

4. Certificate to degree

Applicants must obtain a minimum of pass in at least three (3) electives (General Science or Agricultural related) and passes in 2 core subjects at WASSCE/SSSCE/’O’ levels

Additionally, candidates must pass an admission interview and entrance examinations (Conducted by the School of Veterinary Sciences following a 3-month access upgrade course)

Note: Candidates applying with a certificate must apply to the access upgrade course 4 months prior to the main application for admission

FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES (FCMS )

Department of Communication, Innovation and Technology

Diploma in Social Change Communication
BSc Social Change Communication

The primary goal of these programmes is to produce graduates equipped with the proper theoretical and conceptual knowledge, research, and practical skills to take on the challenges of social change communication practice, research, and teaching in development and academia.

Minimum Requirements for the BSc programmes:

i. Pass the Senior High School final certificate examination (SSSCE/WASSCE) with credit (A-D/A1-C6) in English Language, Core Mathematics, Social Studies, or Integrated Science and three elective subjects in Literature in English, Economics, Government, Geography or any other relevant subject with an aggregate score of 30 or better.

ii. Diploma and HND holders with communication and media backgrounds may be admitted to level 200 if they have a pass or second class and level 300 if they have a distinction or first class.

iii. Mature applicants must be 25 years and above and pass the department’s relevant entry exam and interview. Such applicants will be admitted to level 100.

iv. All foreign qualifications would be referred to GTEC for evaluation before being considered for admission to the appropriate level.

A. Department of Languages

4-Year BA French

Minimum Requirements for the BA programme:

a) WASSCE Applicants – At least a credit (A1-C6) in core English, core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies and any three elective subjects which should include at least one of the following: Government, Literature, Languages, Economics, Business Management, General Art in Knowledge, ICT, with an aggregate score of 36 or better.

b) Mature applicants must be 25 years and above and pass the department’s relevant entry exam and interview. Such applicants would be admitted to level 100.

c) Diploma and HND holders with French backgrounds may be admitted to level 200 if they have a pass or second class and level 300 if they have a distinction or first class. All foreign qualifications would be referred to GTEC for evaluation before being considered for admission to the appropriate level.

d) All foreign qualifications would be referred to GTEC for evaluation before being considered for admission to the appropriate level.

B. Department of Performing Arts

4-Year BA Performing Arts

Minimum Requirements for the BA programme:

b) Mature applicants must be 25 years and above and pass the department’s relevant entry exam and interview. Such applicants would be admitted to level 100.

c) Diploma and HND holders with performing, communication, and media background may be admitted to level 200.

d) All foreign qualifications would be referred to GTEC for evaluation before being considered for admission to the appropriate level.

FACULTY OF BIOSCIENCES

Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management

1. Programme: Diploma in Aquaculture Technology and Fisheries Science

Brief description

Diploma in Aquaculture Technology and Fisheries Science is a 2-year programme, aimed at training middle-skilled manpower with in-depth underlying principles and practices related to aquaculture, aquatic ecology, fisheries and extension capabilities. The overall target is to increase domestic fish production to offset import of fish and fishery products, and develop/transform the fisheries and aquaculture sector into a viable economic segment to contribute to national development.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have at least two passes (D7 or better) in English Language and Mathematics in WASSCE or at least two passes (E or better) in English Language and Mathematics in SSSCE. Any candidate without a pass in English Language and Mathematics (core) should not apply for the Diploma. Applicants must have at leastthree credits passes in their elective subjects indicated in the following categories:

Category A Category B Category C

Chemistry General Agriculture Geography

Fisheries/Biology Horticulture/Animal Husbandry Elective Mathematics/Physics Physics Chemistry/Physics Economics

Elective Mathematics Biology

Preference will be given to candidates who have good grades/credit passes.

2. Programme: BSc Aquaculture Technology and Fisheries Science

Brief description

BSc Aquaculture Technology and Fisheries Science is a 4-year programme which aims at producing undergraduates with an in-depth understanding of the underlying principles related to aquaculture, aquatic ecology and extension capabilities. Trainees would be equipped with skills in aquaculture production systems and engineering as well as fish farming to complement fish production from the ocean. In addition, the programme aims to produce fisheries and aquaculture extension officers for Fisheries Commission, Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development and other private fish farms in Ghana.

Entry Requirements

i. WASSCE Holders

WASSCE holders seeking admission must have at least C6 in all their three Core and three Elective Subjects.

This programme is for Pure Science or Agricultural Science (WASSCE) holders.

Passes (A1 – C6 in WASSCE or A – D in SSSCE) in 3 Elective Subjects as in the following categories below:

Category A Category B

Chemistry General Agriculture

Fisheries/Biology Horticulture/Animal Husbandry

Physics Chemistry/Physics

Elective Mathematics

ii. HND and Diploma Holders

HND and Diploma Holders in the relevant field from a recognised institution who possess at least a:

Second Class Lower or better in related programmes would be admitted into Level 200;

Third Class or Pass would be considered for admission to Level 100.

Candidates would be required to pass a selection interview to be conducted by the University.

iii. Mature Applicants

Be 25 years or above by August 31.

Have passes in five G.C.E. ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematic/Statistics and Science.

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) holders must have passes or better (A – E) in English Language and Mathematics (Core) plus any other credit passes in three elective subjects.

West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), holders must have passes or better (A1 – C6) in English Language and Mathematics (Core) plus any other credit passes in three elective subjects.

Candidates would be expected to write and pass both a selection and an interview to be conducted by the University.

Only candidates who obtain satisfactory marks in the selection examination and interview will be admitted to pursue the degree programme.

Department of Biotechnology

Programme: BSc Biotechnology and Molecular Biology

The programme provides theoretical and practical education sufficiently broad in both fundamental principles and innovative practices in the subject of biotechnology and molecular biology to enable students apply their knowledge proficiently in the relevant industries.

Entry requirements for A dmission :

Passes (A1 – C6 in WASSCE or A – D in SSCE) in three Elective subjects: Physics, Chemistry and Biology; and three core subjects (English, Mathematics and Integrated Science). Mature candidates or diploma graduates in the applied sciences with passes in core-sciences or their related courses, and English are also eligible. Diploma in Biotechnology/Biology/Biological Sciences or related fields and Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates with at least 2^nd Class Upper in any Biological Sciences or related field will be admitted to the programme from second year.

DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY

Brief Description

The BSc Microbiology programme offered in the Department of Microbiology is designed to train students to have a broad and solid knowledge of microorganisms, and to acquire analytical and practical skills to employ microbial technology in the development of innovative strategies that prevent, control and manage infectious diseases and harness the potential of microorganisms for sustainable development. The four-year programme is structured to provide students with cutting edge theoretical and practical training in microbial sciences for a career in microbiology, and introduce students to skills in research and their application in the various branches of microbiology which are relevant to the needs and challenges of the country.

Admission requirements:

1. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) and West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) Applicants: credit (A-D or 1-6 respectively) in the core subjects; English, Mathematics and Integrated Science, and in three elective subjects; Biology, Chemistry and either Physics or Mathematics.

2. ‘A’ Level Applicants: five credits in the ‘O’ Level including English and Mathematics and passes in the ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any three of the following subjects: Chemistry, Zoology or Botany, Mathematics, Physics, Biology.

3. Higher National Diploma (HND)/Diploma Applicants: Higher National Diploma or Diploma in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, Biology, Medical Laboratory Technician or related subjects in 2nd Class Lower or better division would be considered for admission into the second year of the programme. Applicants in the 3rd Class or Pass division would be considered for admission into the first year of the programme after passing a written examination and an interview.

4. Mature Applicants: applicants must be at least 25 years old at the time of application and must have either five credits at the O’ Level including English Language and Mathematics or WASSCE/SSSCE credits in three elective subjects including Biology, Chemistry and either Physics or Mathematics. Applicants must also pass a written examination and an interview.

5. Foreign Applicants: qualification equivalent to WASSCE, SSSCE or O/A Level requirements that qualify Ghanaian applicants for admission. Foreign applicants must also present a certification of English proficiency if they are not from a country that has English as the official language. Certificates and results transcripts of foreign applicants must be translated into English.

The cut-off point for admission into the BSc Microbiology programme is aggregate

Department of Biological Sciences

Programme: BSc Biological Science

Requirement for admission

The programme seeks to attract holders of all secondary and post-secondary education certificates (see details below) who meet the admission requirements. Enrollment will be open to both local and foreign nationals. Admission requirements are as follows:

i. WASSCE holders

Candidates seeking admission into the BSc Biological Sciences programme must have at least C6 in all three core and elective science subjects, including biology.

ii. SSSCE/WASSCE holders

Credit passes (A-D) in core English, core Mathematics and Integrated Science and any three elective science subjects, including biology with an aggregate score of 18 or better.

iii. Higher National Diploma and other Diploma

applicants seeking admission to the programme should possess at least a: Second Class Lower or better in related biological sciences programmes and be admitted into Level 200 . Third Class or Pass would be considered for admission to Level 100. These Third Class or Pass candidates would be required to pass a written examination and interview to be conducted by the University.

iv. A-Level Certificate Applicants

must have passes in three (3) subjects one of which should be biology (at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Besides, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects (or its equivalent), including English Language, Mathematics. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained.

v. Mature Applicants

Mature Applicants must have attained the age of 25 years or above with passes in WASSCE/SSSCE/O” Level Mathematics, English and Biology and relevant working experience. They must also pass a written examination and interview conducted by the University.

vi. Foreign Students

International students may be admitted based on qualification from their home country for which the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) shall determine equivalence. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

· The applicant must have qualifications equivalent to WASSCE, SSSCE, HND, or GCE “A” Level to be considered for admission or any other nationally recognized standard High School level examinations (for qualifications from countries outside WAEC’s jurisdiction).

· Applicants may also be required to pass an entrance examination and an interview.

Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Programme: BSc Biochemistry

The BSc.Biochemistry Programme is structured to produce graduates with in-depth understanding of the chemical and molecular principles governing complex biological systems and their applications to industry, health and community development.

Entry requirements

The general requirements for admission for West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) to first Degree programnes are three (3) credit passes in three core subjects and three (3) credit passes in three relevant elective subjects. This programme is for General Science Students. The subject requirements are:English Language, Mathematics (Core) and Integrated Science. Electives as offered by General Science programmes such as Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Agricultural science, Geography, Mathematics (elective).

Passes in three (3) science subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) for A-level candidates. Besides, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects (or its equivalent) including English Language, Mathematics and an Arts subject. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained.

HND holders in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Biological Science or related fields and with 2rd Class Lower or better are eligible for admission to level 200. Third class and pass would be required to pass a written examination and interview to be conducted by the University.

Mature Applicants must have attained the age of 25years or above with passes in SSSCE/O‟ Level Mathematics, English and Biology/Chemistry and relevant working experience. They must also pass a written examination and interview conducted by the University.

2. FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES

Programmes on offer at the Faculty of Physical Sciences for the 2023/2024 academic year

1. BSc Chemical Science and Technology

The BSc Chemical Science and Technology programme will prepare graduates for careers in the chemical science industry. The programme provides skills and competences required for professional practice as well as developing chemical science entrepreneurs.

The programme provides opportunities for students to select electives aimed at diversifying their career paths.

Entry requirements:

WASSCE applicants:

Applicants must have at least grade C6 in three core subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science,

And at least grade C6 in three elective subjects including; Chemistry, Elective Mathematics, Physics, Biology or General Agriculture

SSSCE applicants:

Applicants must obtain at least grade D in three core subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics, Core Science;

And at least grade D in three elective subjects including: Chemistry and any two other electives (Elective Mathematics, Physics, Biology or General Agriculture)

GCE Advanced Level applicants:

Applicants must obtain passes of grade E in Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Biology.

(at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better).

In addition, applicants must have credit passes (minimum of Grade 6) in five (5) GCE ordinary level subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Additional Mathematics, Biology, Physics or an Arts subject.

HND and other Diploma Applicants

Applicants must possess at least:

– Second Class Lower or better in a Chemical/Biochemical Science or related programme (Such candidates shall be admitted into Level 200);

– Candidates shall be required to pass a selection interview to be conducted by the University.

Eligible mature applicants must meet the following criteria:

– Be 25 years of age or above by the start date of the programme

– Have passes in five G.C.E. ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics/Statistics and Science.

– Have at least two (2) years of relevant work experience in related field.

– SSSCE holders who opt for mature entry must have at least one E in any of the core subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics or Integrated Science with a least grade of D in three elective subjects that should include Chemistry, Physics and Biology/Elective Mathematics.

– WASSCE holders must have at least D7 in any one of the Core subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science with at least C6 in three elective subjects that should include Chemistry, Physics and Biology or Elective Mathematics.

Candidates seeking admission through Mature Entry shall write and pass both a selection examination and interview to be conducted by the University

Foreign Applicants

Foreign applicants or certificates from foreign institutions should note that their admission shall be subject to GTEC advice.

Cut-Off Point

The Cut-Off Point for BSc Chemical Science and Technology is aggregate 36 for WASSCE and 24 for SSSCE.

2. BSc Computer Science

The programme will train students to acquire practical and theoretical computing knowledge to solve industrial and rural computing challenges for national development. The programme will equip students with entrepreneurial skills for careers in the advancing digital space including Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) by making computing and technology available to the rural setting.

Entry Requirements

WASSCE applicants:

Applicants must have at least grade C6 in three core subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science

In addition, applicants must have at least grade C6 in three elective subjects including Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Biology.

SSSCE Applicants:

Applicants must have at least grade D in three core subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics, and Core Science.

In addition, applicants must obtain at least grade D in three elective subjects including; Electives Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Biology.

GBCE Applicants:

Applicants must have at least grade D in three core subjects including; English language, Core Mathematics, Science

In addition, applicants must obtain at least grade D in three elective subjects including; Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or and Biology

GCE Advanced Level Applicants:

Applicants must obtain at least grade D in three subjects including; Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology.

In addition, applicant must obtain Grade 6 in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including; English, Mathematics, and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for (Science Students).

Higher National Diploma (HND)/Diploma applicants:

– Applicant must obtain a good class (second class lower or better) in Computer Science or related field.

– Applicant must have a minimum of 2 years working experience in related field after the Diploma.

– HND/ Diploma applicants shall be interviewed.

Applicants with second class upper division will be considered level 200

Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) applicants:

Applicants with Full Diploma Certificate in ABCE may be considered for admission into Level 200.

Mature Applicants:

The applicant must:

– be at least 25 years before the start of the programme.

– show proof of age with a birth certificate or any other documentary proof.

– pass the mature entrance examination and interview conducted by the department.

There shall be weekend and distant option programme.

Foreign Applicants

Foreign applicants or certificates from foreign institutions should note that their admission shall be subject to GTEC advice.

Cut-Off Point

The Cut-Off Point for BSc Computer Science programme is aggregate 36 for WASSCE and 24 for SSSCE.

Candidates can also apply for the weekend/sandwich modes in Tamale and Wa centers respectively.

3. BSc Mathematics

programme aims to train graduates with broad mathematical knowledge with practical skills to advance the frontiers of mathematics and its applications.

Students will learn both the foundations of pure and applied mathematics. This will enable students develop a wide range of career choices. For students who desire to pursue a career in programming, there is a computing mathematics option they can select in the final year of the programme.

Entry requirements

Regular/Direct Admissions applicants

West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

Candidates must obtain at least grade C6 in three (3) core subjects including; English Language, Integrated Science, Core Mathematics.

In addition, candidates must obtain at least grade C6 in three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE).

Candidates must obtain at least grade D in three core subjects including; English Language, Core Science, and Core Mathematics.

In addition, they must obtain at least grade D in three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.

General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced-level (A-level) Applicants must obtain passes in three (3) subjects (at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better) including Mathematics.

In addition, applicants must obtain at least Grade 6 in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects, including English, Mathematics, and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for (Science Students).

Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE):

Applicants must obtain at least grade D in three core subjects including: English language, Mathematics and Science.

In addition, candidates must obtain grade D in three electives which must include elective mathematics.

Mature applicants

Mature applicant must:

– Be at least 25 years of age before the start of the programme.

– show proof of age with a birth certificate or other documentary.

– Pass entrance examinations conducted by the university

Diploma Applicants Admissions

– Diploma holders in Mathematics or equivalent with 2^nd class upper division shall be admitted to level 200 after an oral interview otherwise, they shall be admitted to level 100.

Holders of HND certificate with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or other related disciplines from any recognized educational institution shall be admitted to level 200 of the programme after an oral interview.

HND certificate with a second lower division in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or other related disciplines from any recognized educational institution shall be admitted to level 100.

Up to 5% admissions shall be reserved for students from disadvantage schools. Such candidates must meet the general entry requirements.

Foreign Applicants

Foreign applicants or certificates from foreign institutions should note that their admission shall be subject to GTEC advice.

Cut-Off Point

The Cut-Off Point for BSc Mathematics is aggregate 36 for WASSCE and 24 for SSSCE.

Candidates can also apply for the weekend/sandwich modes in Tamale and Wa centers respectively.

4. BSc Statistics

The BSc Statistics programme aims to provide students with both theoretical and practical statistical and computational skills to meet emerging technological approach to the statistical landscape for both industry and academia. Students are equipped with basic research skills to be able to undertake survey projects for national and international organizations.

Entry qualification

Regular/Direct Admissions applicants

West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

Candidates must obtain at least grade C6 in three (3) core subjects including; English Language, Integrated Science, Core Mathematics.

In addition, candidates must obtain at least grade C6 in three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE).

Candidates must obtain at least grade D in three core subjects including; English Language, Core Science, and Core Mathematics.

In addition, they must obtain at least grade D in three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics.

General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced-level (A-level) Applicants must obtain passes in three (3) subjects (at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better) including Mathematics.

Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE):

Applicants must obtain at least grade D in three core subjects including: English language, Mathematics and Science.

In addition, candidates must obtain grade D in three electives which must include elective mathematics.

Mature applicants

Mature applicant must:

– Be at least 25 years of age before the start of the programme.

– show proof of age with a birth certificate or other documentary.

– Pass entrance examinations conducted by the university

Diploma Applicants Admissions

– Diploma holders in Mathematics or equivalent with 2^nd class upper division shall be admitted to level 200 after an oral interview otherwise, they shall be admitted to level 100.

Holders of HND certificate with a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or other related disciplines from any recognized educational institution shall be admitted to level 200 of the programme after an oral interview.

HND certificate with a second lower division in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or other related disciplines from any recognized educational institution shall be admitted to level 100.

Up to 5% admissions shall be reserved for students from disadvantage schools. Such candidates must meet the general entry requirements.

Foreign Applicants

Foreign applicants or certificates from foreign institutions should note that their admission shall be subject to GTEC advice.

Cut-Off Point

The Cut-Off Point for BSc Statistics programme is aggregate 36 for WASSCE and 24 for SSSCE.

Candidates can also apply for the weekend/sandwich modes in Tamale and Wa centers respectively.

5. BSc Engineering Physics

The BSc. Engineering Physics programme aims to train students with broad knowledge in Engineering Physics with critical thinking and computational skills in engineering physics and their applications to national development.

Entry Qualification

WASSCE Applicant

Applicants must obtain Grade C6 in three (3) Core Subjects including; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science.

In addition, applicants must have at least grade C6 in three elective subjects including Physics with any two (2) Elective Subjects such as; Elective Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Auto Mechanics, Metal Work, Building Technology or Applied Electricity.

SSSCE Applicant

Applicants must have at least grade D in all three (3) Core Subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics and Core Science.

In addition, they must obtain at least grade D in Physics and any two (2) other Elective Subjects including; Elective Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Auto Mechanics, Metal Work, Building Technology or Applied Electricity.

Advanced level GCE Holders

Applicant must have at least grade D in three (3) of the following subjects: Physics and Mathematics with Chemistry or Biology.

In addition, applicant must have at least grade 6 in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level subjects including; English Language, Mathematics and Science (or an art subject).

HND and other Diploma applicants

Applicants must possess at least;

– Second Class Upper or better in Applied Physics,Engineering, Laboratory Technology or related programme will be admitted to Level 200 of the programme otherwise, they will be admitted to level 100 after the selection interview

– University Diploma holders with CGPA of 3.5 (out of 5.0 or equivalent) shall be admitted to Level 200 otherwise, they will be admitted to level 100.

Mature students

Mature applicants must:

– be at least 25 years old, and show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of date of birth which is at least 25 years at the time of application.

– Applicant must pass mature entrance examinations and interview to be conducted by the University.

Applicant must have credit passes in English Language and Mathematics in WASSCE or any other nationally recognized standard High School level examinations

Foreign Applicants

Foreign applicants or certificates from foreign institutions should note that their admission shall be subject to GTEC advice.

Cut-Off Point

The Cut-Off Point for BSc Engineering Physics is aggregate 36 for WASSCE and 24 for SSSCE.

3. SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS

Department of Economics

Bachelor of Science in Economics (BSc. Economics)

The BSc. Economics degree programme is designed to produce graduates with a strong

understanding of quantitative techniques and the conceptual underpinnings of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and how they can be applied to the analysis of emerging economic challenges so as to provide innovative solutions.

Admission requirements

i. WASSCE/ SSSCE- Applicants

At least a credit pass (WASSCE: A1-C6; SSSCE: A-D) in three core and three electives’ subjects. The core subjects are English Language, Mathematics (Core) and Integrated Science / Social Studies. The best six subjects’ aggregate scores (three core and three electives) must not exceed 36 and 24 for WASSCE and SSSCE, respectively.

Applicants with three credit passes in the area of specialization (elective subjects) and at least two passes (D7 or better) in English Language and Mathematics will be considered for the Diploma version of the programme.

ii. A’ level Applicants

For A’ level applicants, candidates must have at least five (5) credits at the O’ Level which must include Mathematics, English and Science (for non-science students) and an Arts subject (for science students) and passes in three (3) subjects including Economics (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) at A’ Level.

iii. HND/Diploma Applicants

HND holders with relevant background who have completed with First Class and Second Class (Upper Division) may be admitted into third Year of the Programme without an interview, whiles holders of HND with different background may be considered for Second year after passing an interview. Two-year Diploma holders may also be admitted into second year.

iv. Mature Applicants

Mature Applicants must have attained the age of 25years or above and show proof of age with birth certificate. Must have credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE/O’ Level Mathematics and English or any other nationally recognised standard High School level examination (for qualifications from countries outside WAEC aegis) and having relevant working experience. Must also pass a written examination and an interview to be conducted by the school.

v. Foreign Applicants

Foreign students may be admitted on the basis of qualification from their home country for which the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission has determined equivalence. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

INSTITUTE FOR DISTANCE AND CONTINUING LEARNING (IDCL)

1. Education Programmes

A. UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION PROGRAMMES:

2 – YEARS DIPLOMA IN BASIC EDUCATION (DBE)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must possess

1. One year Certificate in Education or;

2. (WASSCE A1 – C6) in 5 subjects comprising three Core

Subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated

Science) and any two Electives subjects

3 – Year B.Ed Basic Education (B.Ed)

Entry Requiremnets

Applicants must possess

1. Two-year Diploma in Basic Education from any University or;

2. Higher National Diploma (HND) in any field.

2 Year B.Ed in Basic Education. (B.Ed)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must possess

1.Three-year Diploma in Basic Education from any accredited

institution

2- Year Bed in Early Childhood Care Education (BEC)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must possess

1. Two-year Diploma in Basic Education or Early Childhood

Care Education from any Accredited institution.

NOTE.

All the above education programmes are undertaken at all the IDCL Study

Centres except the Damongo Centre.

UNDERGRADUATE GENERAL AGRICULTURE PROGRAMME

3 – Year Degree in General Agriculture

Entry Requirement

Applicants must posses

Certificate in General Agriculture from any Agricultural College or any accredited institution.

2 – Year Degree in General Agriculture

Entry Requirements

Applicants must possess

Diploma in General Agriculture from any Agricultural College or accredited Agricultural Training institution.

Note; General Agriculture courses are undertaken at the Tamale and Damango Bimiblla and Bawku Study Centres alone.

3. Bachelor of Business Education Programme (BBE)

2 – Year Degree in Business Education Programmes

Entry Requirements

Applicants must posses;

HND in any Business-related course.

Note;

The Business Education programme is undertaken at Tamale Study Centre alone

4. Bachelor of Commerce Programmes (BCOM)

2 – Year Bachelor of Commerce

Entry Requirements

Applicants must possess

· HND in any Business-related course from an accredited institution

The Bachelor of Science in Business programme is undertaken in the Tamale Study centre for now.

BSc Accounting

BSc Finance.

BSc Human Resource Management

BSc Marketing

Undergraduate Natural Resources Management Programme

Brief Description of Program

This programme is inspired by the belief that sustainable development hinges fundamentally upon a harmony between human activities and the natural environment. Incessant human population increase in developing countries coupled with rising income has put pressure on environmental resources. Therefore, it is important to balance competing demands on natural resources such that the environment can continue to provide fundamental life support through consumptive and public-good services – i.e., via ecosystem services such as provisioning (e.g., food and water) and regulating services (e.g., flood control and climate regulation). Achieving the above will require the training of skilled human resources with integrated broad-based natural and environmental resource management skills that will tackle issues in an efficient and sustainable way.

A. 4-Year Bachelor in Natural Resources Management (BSc. NRM)

Entry Requirements

§ Applicants seeking admission into this programme must have passes (A1-C6 in WASSCE or A-D in SSCE) in 3 Elective Subjects in the following categories below:

– Category A: Chemistry, Biology, and Physics

– Category B: General Agriculture, Horticulture/Animal Husbandry, and Chemistry/Physics

– Category C: Geography, Economics, and Elective Mathematics (i.e., must have a C6 or better in Integrated Science)

§ Applicants in the above categories must also have passes in 3 Core Subjects: i.e., English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, and Social Studies

B. 3-Year Bachelor in Natural Resources Management (BSc. NRM)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a two-year diploma in either Agriculture, Science/Tourism/Hospitality Management, Forestry, Wildlife, Fisheries, Natural Resources Management or related fields from a recognized University or academic institution. All applicants will be interviewed before being admitted into the program.

NOTE:

The Bachelor in Natural Resources Management will be undertaken at the Tamale Study Centre for now.

NOTE:

1. For all Diploma courses, applicants who have weak grades in the Core courses (English, mathematics and Integrated Science) will be required to undertake and pass a 6-week Access course in those areas to be conducted by the Institute.

2. Applicants with SSCE results who are 25 years and above should apply through the Matured admissions window.

3. Students who wish to apply through the Distance Learning mode should first contact the Centre Coordinator within their catchment area for further information regarding the admission processes.

STUDY CENTRES OF IDCL UDS

YENDI; BIMBILLA; TAMALE; SAWLA; BAWKU; NAVRONGO; SANDEMA; WA; JIRAPA; WENCHI; WALEWALE; KPANDAI; NAKPANDURI; CHINDERI; NKWANTA; DABOYA; BUIPE; SALAGA; DAMONGO; KPASSA

GENERAL MATURE APPLICANTS

Eligible applicants for the Mature Entry must meet the following criteria:

· Be 25 years or above by August 31, 2023

· Have passes in five G.C.E. ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematic/Statistics and Science.

· SSSCE/WASSCE holders must have passes in English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science and three elective subjects with at least three (3) of the courses MUST be Credit Passes.

· Candidates would be expected to write and pass both aselection examination and interviewin July, 2023 to be conducted by the University at the Tamale Campus.

MODE OF APPLICATION FOR DOMESTIC (GHANAIAN) APPLICANTS

All Ghanaian applicants for the 2023/2024 Academic Year admissions are required to use the UDS online application portal. The procedure for the online application process is as follows:

i. Make a payment ofGH¢ 200.00 (Two Hundred Ghana Cedis) for theUDS Undergraduate E-Voucher at any Stanbic Bank, GCB Bank, Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), National Investment Bank (NIB), Prudential Bank, Zenith Bank, and Ecobank branches throughout the country.

ii. Visit UDS online payment portal at www.pay.uds.edu.gh with a Master Card or Visa Card to make an online payment of GHC200.00 (Two Hundred Ghana Cedis) for the Undergraduate E-Voucher . Print the advice slip for future reference.

iii. The E-Voucher contains the PIN, and Serial Number required for the completion of the online form.

iv. Access the online form by visiting our online admissions portal at

www.admissions.uds.edu.gh soon after payment.

v. In completing the online form, applicants will be required to upload their most recent passport size photographs with white background and relevant certificates. Applicants who use objects instead of their own photographs would be disqualified.

vi. A completed form will not be considered for admission unless it isSUBMITTED after accepting our Data Confirmation Policy.

vii. Applicants are advised to check thoroughly all details entered before finally submitting their online applications.

viii. Candidates are strongly advised to visit any EMS Office in the Country for assistance towards the return of the application documents. Applicants are advised not to post the forms themselves. They should seek the advice and services of Ghana Post EMS.

ix. Applicants must print out application summary; attach results slips, certificates and all other relevant documents. These documents should be submitted in triplicates (three copies each) to the Deputy Registrar, Academic and Students ’Affairs.

x. The application documents as specified in (vii) above should be addressed to:

Deputy Registrar, Academic and Students’ Affairs University for Development Studies
P.O Box TL 1350
Tamale

Closing Date

Closing date for submission of applications is June 30, 2025

MODE OF APPLICATION FOR FOREIGN APPLICANTS

All non-Ghanaian applicants are advised to apply as follows:

ii. Access the online form for free by visiting our admissions portal at www.admissions.uds.edu.gh .

iii. In completing the online form, applicants will be required to upload their passport size photographs and certificates

iv. A completed form is not considered until it is SUBMITTED

v. Applicants are advised to check thoroughly all details entered before they finally submit their online applications.

vi. Print out application summary; attach results slips, certificates and all other relevant documents. These documents should be submitted in triplicates (Three copies each) to the Deputy Registrar, Academic and Students’ Affairs

vii. The application documents as specified above should be addressed to:

The Deputy Registrar (Academic & Students’ Affairs)
University for Development Studies
P.O Box TL 1350
Tamale-GHANA

Closing Date

Closing date for submission of applications is June 30, 2025.

Courses Offered At University For Development Studies ( UDS ) For 2025/2026

REGULAR/ NON-REGULAR PROGRAMMES

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (SoM)

Entry requirements

SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES (SAHS)

Admission / Entry Requirement

Admission / Entry Requirement

1. SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY

Four-Year BSc. Nursing and BSc. Midwifery

Requirement/Subject Combination

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

Undergraduate Programmes

Entry Requirements for BSc in Health Information Management

SCHOOL OF PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

6-YEAR DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PharmD) PROGRAMME

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

Entry Requirements:

Entry Requirements:

SCHOOL OF VETERINARY SCIENCES

FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES (FCMS )

FACULTY OF BIOSCIENCES

Closing Date

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