Overview
This is a 4-year degree programme leading to the award of BSc. Nursing and is based at the Asante Akyem Campus, Agogo. The programme is affiliated to the University of Ghana, Legon.
Admission / Entry Requirements
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) Applicants
Applicants must have aggregate 36 or better in six subjects (3 core and 3 electives). The core subjects and minimum grades are: Grade C6 or better in Mathematics, English Language and Integrated Science. The elective subjects should be selected from any of the following subject areas: Science, General Arts, General Agriculture with Chemistry, Home Economics with Food and Nutrition.
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) Applicants
SSSCE Applicants must have obtained aggregate score of 24 or better in six subjects (3 core and 3 electives). The core subjects and minimum grades must be grade D or better in Mathematics, English Language and Integrated Science. The elective subjects should be selected from any of the following subject areas: Science, General Arts, General Agriculture with Chemistry, Home Economics with Biology.
Diploma Applicants
Diploma in Nursing should be obtained from a recognised University, with a final grade point average of 3.25 or better, in addition to the basic qualification at WASSCE / O’ Level. Such candidates who must also be RGNs may be admitted to the Third Year of the programme after a selection interview.
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants must be Nurses with SRN, RMN, RM, CHN or relevant nursing certificate. Candidates must have attained the age of 25 years or above with five (5) credits in five (5) GCE “O” Level or SSSCE Subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Science.
International Students
International students may be admitted on the basis of qualification from their home country for which the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission shall determine equivalence. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries. In addition, foreign applicants must satisfy the professional entry requirements determined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana.
Stream:
Regular / Top Up
Campus: Asante Akyem (Agogo)