University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana • Founded 1948 • World Rank #1058
Overview
Established in 1948, the University of Ghana is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Legon (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Greater Accra.
This institution also has a branch campus in Korle-Bu and Accra City. Officially recognized by the National Accreditation Board, Ghana, University of Ghana (UG) is a very large-sized coeducational Ghanaian higher education institution.
University of Ghana (UG) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 76-year-old Ghanaian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this Ghanaian higher education organization a very selective institution.
International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UG also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
The geographic and contact details below cover where University of Ghana is and how to reach its administrative offices. Campus emergency contact is typically distinct from general inquiries.
Academic Details
Enrolment scale, staff balance, and accreditation context for University of Ghana are below. Female student percentage signals admissions reach and shapes the student-life environment.
Academic Structures
University of Ghana's constituent schools and faculties. Continuing education or professional development units are typically separate from full-time degree-granting units.
Unit 23 items
- Business School
- College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences
- College of Health Sciences
- Faculties
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Engineering Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Studies
- Institute of Agricultural Research
- Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research
- School of Agriculture
- School of Allied Health Sciences
- School of Communication Studies
- School of Graduate Studies
- School of Nursing
- School of Performing Arts
- School of Pharmacy
- School of Public Health
- School of Veterinary Medicine
- Schools
- University of Ghana Dental School
- v. University of Ghana Medical School
Degrees
Also Doctor of Medicine (MD). English Proficiency Programme. Foundation English Programme for Non-native English speakers. Ghana to the World UG Summer School
Bachelor's 41 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- Accountancy
- Actuarial Science
- Administration
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biomedical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Dentistry
- Dietetics
- Earth Sciences
- Education
- Family Studies
- Fine Arts
- Food Technology
- Home Economics
- Information Technology
- Laboratory Techniques
- Law
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Medicine
- Midwifery
- Music
- Natural Sciences
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Pharmacy
- Physical Education
- Physical Therapy
- Physics
- Primary Education
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Respiratory Therapy
- Secondary Education
- Sports
- Surgery
- Veterinary Science
Master's 103 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Accountancy
- Actuarial Science
- Administration
- Adult Education
- African Studies
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agricultural Management
- Agriculture
- Anatomy
- Animal Husbandry
- Aquaculture
- Arabic
- Archaeology
- Archiving
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Botany
- Business Administration
- Business Computing
- Chemistry
- Classical Languages
- Coastal Studies
- Communication Studies
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Crop Production
- Dance
- Demography and Population
- Development Studies
- Dietetics
- Distance Education
- Economic and Finance Policy
- Economics
- Educational Administration
- English
- Entomology
- Environmental Studies
- Epidemiology
- Finance
- Fine Arts
- Fishery
- Food Science
- French
- Geochemistry
- Geography
- Geological Engineering
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Haematology
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- History
- Home Economics
- Human Resources
- Human Rights
- Immunology
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Insurance
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Law
- Linguistics
- Management
- Marketing
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Medical Technology
- Microbiology
- Mineralogy
- Molecular Biology
- Museum Studies
- Music
- Nuclear Engineering
- Nuclear Physics
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Occupational Health
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Physiology
- Political Sciences
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Health
- Radiophysics
- Religious Studies
- Russian
- Safety Engineering
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Soil Science
- Spanish
- Speech Therapy and Audiology
- Statistics
- Sustainable Development
- Theatre
- Translation and Interpretation
- Zoology
Doctoral 56 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Accountancy
- Adult Education
- African Studies
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agricultural Management
- Animal Husbandry
- Archaeology
- Biochemistry
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Communication Studies
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Crop Production
- Demography and Population
- Development Studies
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- English
- Entomology
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Studies
- Finance
- Fishery
- Food Science
- French
- Geography
- Health Administration
- History
- Human Resources
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Law
- Linguistics
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Marketing
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Molecular Biology
- Museum Studies
- Nuclear Engineering
- Nuclear Physics
- Nutrition
- Parasitology
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Sciences
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Religious Studies
- Social Policy
- Social Studies
- Sociology
- Statistics
- Urban Studies
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under National Accreditation Board, Ghana.
Kumasi City (Campus) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Takoradi City (Campus) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Ageing Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Social Studies
Asian Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Asian Studies
Biotechnology (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biotechnology
Crop Improvement/Biotechnology (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Crop Production
Disability Studies and Advocacy (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
European Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- European Studies
Latin American Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Latin American Studies
Legon Centre Educational Research and Policy (LCERP) (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Educational Research
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Legon Centre for International Affairs and Diplomacy (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- International Relations and Diplomacy
Migration Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Demography and Population
Social Policy Studies (Centre) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- International Studies
- Political Sciences
- Social Sciences
Tropical Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics (Centre) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Pharmacology
- Physical Therapy
- Tropical Medicine
Urban Management Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Urban Studies
Common Career Paths
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- HR Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
West African Centre for Cell Biology of Infectious Pathogens (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Cell Biology
Common Career Paths
- Biologist
- Lab Technician
- Research Scientist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
West African Genetic Medicine (Centre) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Genetics
- Medicine
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Gender Studies and Advocacy (College) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Gender Studies
Humanitites - Centre for European Studies (College) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- European Studies
Advanced Studies in Africa (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Sustainable Development
African Studies (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- African Studies
Applied Science and Technology (Institute) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Natural Sciences
- Technology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Confucius (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chinese
Environment and Sanitation Studies (Institute) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
Medical Research (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Clinical Researcher
- Healthcare Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Regional Institute for Population Studies (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Demography and Population
Statistical, Social and Economic Research (Institute) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
- Social Studies
- Statistics
Agriculture (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Agriculture
- Crop Production
- Soil Science
Common Career Paths
- Agricultural Scientist
- Agronomist
- Farm Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Arts (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Archaeology
- Arts and Humanities
- Heritage Preservation
- History
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
Biological Sciences (School) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Cell Biology
- Food Science
- Marine Biology
- Marine Engineering
- Molecular Biology
- Nutrition
- Plant and Crop Protection
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences (School) 14 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Biomedicine
- Dietetics
- Haematology
- Health Sciences
- Laboratory Techniques
- Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy
- Pathology
- Physical Therapy
- Physiology
- Radiology
- Speech Therapy and Audiology
Common Career Paths
- Biomedical Engineer
- Medical Device Specialist
- Clinical Engineer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Business (School) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Banking
- Finance
- Health Administration
- Human Resources
- Information Management
- Information Sciences
- Leadership
- Management
- Marketing
- Public Administration
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Continuing and Distance Education (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Adult Education
- Education
- Human Resources
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Dental School (School) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Dental Hygiene
- Dental Technology
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Stomatology
Education and Leadership (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Educational Sciences
- Leadership
- Physical Education
- Sports
- Teacher Training
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering Sciences (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Engineering
- Food Technology
- Materials Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Information and Communication Studies (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Communication Studies
- Information Management
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
Common Career Paths
- Journalist
- Public Relations Specialist
- Content Strategist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Languages (School) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Chinese
- English
- French
- Linguistics
- Modern Languages
- Russian
- Spanish
- Translation and Interpretation
Common Career Paths
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Language Teacher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (School) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Constitutional Law
- Environmental Studies
- Family Studies
- Human Rights
- International Business
- International Law
- Law
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medical School (School) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anaesthesiology
- Child Care and Development
- Medicine
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Psychiatry and Mental Health
- Radiology
- Surgery
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Clinical Researcher
- Healthcare Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Nuclear and Allied Sciences (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Nuclear Engineering
- Nuclear Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Nursing and Midwifery (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Child Care and Development
- Community Health
- Health Sciences
- Nursing
- Psychiatry and Mental Health
Common Career Paths
- Registered Nurse
- Clinical Nurse
- Public Health Nurse
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Performing Arts (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Dance
- Music
- Performing Arts
- Theatre
Pharmacy (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy
Common Career Paths
- Pharmacist
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Physical and Mathematical Sciences (School) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Earth Sciences
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Public Health (School) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Demography and Population
- Environmental Studies
- Epidemiology
- Health Administration
- Health Education
- Health Sciences
- Public Health
- Social Sciences
- Statistics
Common Career Paths
- Public Health Officer
- Epidemiologist
- Health Policy Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Social Sciences (School) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
- Geography
- Natural Resources
- Political Sciences
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Policy Analyst
- Social Worker
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Veterinary Medicine (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Veterinary Science
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
The full set of programmes University of Ghana offers is searchable and grouped by level below. Some programmes accept rolling applications; others run on annual cycles — check before applying.
Bachelor's Degree
40 programmes
University of Ghana delivers 40 programmes at bachelor's level, the qualifications school-leavers most commonly apply to as their first step into higher education.
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Animal Science) Agriculture
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Arts Liberal Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Education (English) English Language Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Sport and Physical Culture Studies Physics & Astronomy
Bachelor of Education (Junior High School) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Education (Early Grade) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Education (Upper Grade) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Fine Arts Visual Arts
Bachelor of Laws Law
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Operating Room & Surgical Technology
Bachelor of Public Health Public Health
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Administration Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Computer Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Computer Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Radiography Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics Nutrition & Dietetics
Bachelor of Science in Earth Science Earth Sciences & Geology
Bachelor of Science in Education Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Science in Family & Consumer Sciences (Family & Child Studies) Family & Consumer Science
Bachelor of Science in Family & Consumer Sciences (Food & Clothing) Family & Consumer Science
Bachelor of Science in Food Processing Engineering Law
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Information Systems & Technology
Bachelor of Science in Material Science and Engineering General Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences Mathematics
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Midwifery Midwifery
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy Rehabilitation Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Physical Sciences Physics & Astronomy
Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Science in Psychology Psychology
Bachelor of Science in Radiography Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agribusiness) Agriculture
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master of Philosophy
71 programmes
These 71 programmes form University of Ghana's master's offering, combining advanced coursework with independent work that signals readiness for leadership or research.
Master of Accounting Accounting
Master of Agribusiness Agribusiness
Master of Agricultural Economics Agriculture
Master of Anatomy Biological Sciences
Master of Applied Nuclear Physics Physics & Astronomy
Master of Biodiversity and Conservation Science Biological Sciences
Master of Biotechnology Biotechnology
Master of Botany Biological Sciences
Master of Chemistry Chemistry
Master of Clinical Psychology Clinical Psychology
Master of Counselling Psychology Counselling & Psychotherapy
Master of Dance Studies
Master of Data Science Data Science & Analytics
Master of Development Education Education & Teaching
Master of Development Psychology Psychology
Master of Disaster Risk Reduction Science Emergency & Disaster Management
Master of Economics Economics
Master of Entomology Biological Sciences
Master of Environmental Science Environmental Sciences
Master of Environmental Sanitation Environmental Sciences
Master of Family and Consumer Sciences (Family & Child Studies) Family & Consumer Science
Master of Family and Consumer Sciences (Family Resource Management) Business & Management
Master of Family and Consumer Sciences (Food Utilization & Community Nutrition) Nutrition & Dietetics
Master of Family and Consumer Sciences (Textiles & Clothing) Family & Consumer Science
Master of Family and Consumer Sciences (Women Development & Family Welfare) Family & Consumer Science
Master of Fish and Aquatic Ecosystem Health Environmental Sciences
Master of Food Processing Engineering Law
Master of Food Science Food Science
Master of French Linguistics & Language Studies
Master of Geography and Resource Development Geography
Master of Haematology
Master of History History
Master of Immunology Biological Sciences
Master of Industrial and Organizational Psychology Psychology
Master of Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Master of Marine Science Marine Science
Master of Mathematics Mathematics
Master of Medical Biochemistry Biochemistry
Master of Medical Microbiology Microbiology
Master of Medical Physics Physics & Astronomy
Master of Molecular Cell Biology of Infectious Diseases Biological Sciences
Master of Nuclear Agriculture Agriculture
Master of Nuclear and Environmental Protection Environmental Sciences
Master of Nuclear and Radiochemistry
Master of Nuclear Earth Science Earth Sciences & Geology
Master of Nutrition Nutrition & Dietetics
Master of One Health
Master of Operations Management Business & Management
Master of Pathology Biological Sciences
Master of Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmacy
Master of Pharmaceutics Pharmacy
Master of Pharmacognosy Pharmacy
Master of Pharmacology Pharmacy
Master of Pharmacy Practice Pharmacy
Master of Philosophy Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Physics Physics & Astronomy
Master of Physiology Biological Sciences
Master of Plant and Environmental Biology Biological Sciences
Master of Political Science Politics & International Relations
Master of Radiation Processing Law
Master of Radiography Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Master of Risk Management and Insurance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Seed Science Technology Natural Sciences
Master of Social Psychology Psychology
Master of Social Work Social Work
Master of Statistics Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Master of Sustainable Science Natural Sciences
Applied Epidemiology & Disease Control Epidemiology
Applied Human Nutrition and Nuclear Techniques Nutrition & Dietetics
Cancer and Radiation Biology Health Sciences
Chemical Pathology Biological Sciences
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master of Business Administration
10 programmes
These 10 programmes form University of Ghana's master's offering, combining advanced coursework with independent work that signals readiness for leadership or research.
Master of Accounting and Financial Services Accounting
Master of Business Intelligence and Analytics Data Science & Analytics
Master of Entrepreneurial Management Entrepreneurship
Master of Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Health Services Management Healthcare Administration
Master of Human Resource Management Human Resource Management
Master of Management Information Systems Information Systems & Technology
Master of Marketing Marketing
Master of Operations and Supply Chain Management Supply Chain & Logistics
Master of Project Management Business & Management
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
123 programmes
These 123 programmes form University of Ghana's master's offering, combining advanced coursework with independent work that signals readiness for leadership or research.
Master of Actuarial Science Natural Sciences
Master of African Studies
Master of Ageing Studies
Master of Agricultural Administration Agriculture
Master of Agricultural Extension Agriculture
Master of Alternative Dispute Resolution
Master of Applied Geochemistry
Master of Applied Geophysics Earth Sciences & Geology
Master of Applied Health Social Science Social Sciences & Education
Master of Applied Statistics Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Master of Aquaculture Marine Science
Master of Arabic
Master of Archaeology Archaeology
Master of Audiology Speech & Language Therapy
Master of Big Data Analytics Data Science & Analytics
Master of Biochemistry Biochemistry
Master of Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Management Biological Sciences
Master of Bioethics
Master of Bioinformatics Information Systems & Technology
Master of Biomedical Engineering Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Master of Biostatistics Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Master of Business Analytics Data Science & Analytics
Master of Classics
Master of Climate Change and Sustainable Development Politics & International Relations
Master of Clinical Leadership and Management Business & Management
Master of Clinical Trials
Master of Coastal Zone Management Business & Management
Master of Communication Studies Communication Studies
Master of Computer Engineering Computer Sciences
Master of Computer Science Computer Sciences
Master of Conference Interpreting Translation & Interpreting
Master of Contemporary English Studies English Language Studies
Master of Corporate and Commercial Law Business Law
Master of Counselling Counselling & Psychotherapy
Master of Crop Science Horticulture and Crop Science
Master of Dance (Choreography, Performance) Performing Arts
Master of Development Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Development Studies Politics & International Relations
Master of Dietetics Nutrition & Dietetics
Master of Distance Education and E-learning Education & Teaching
Master of Economic Geology Economics
Master of Economic Policy Management Economics
Master of Education Education & Teaching
Master of Educational Leadership and Management Business & Management
Master of Educational Technology Education & Teaching
Master of Energy Law Law
Master of Engineering Geology Earth Sciences & Geology
Master of English English Language Studies
Master of Environmental and Occupational Health Public Health
Master of Extension & Livelihood Studies
Master of Financial Markets Law and Regulation Law
Master of Fisheries Administration and Management Business & Management
Master of Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination Accounting
Master of Forensic Science Natural Sciences
Master of Gender and the Law Law
Master of Genetic Counselling Counselling & Psychotherapy
Master of Geoinformation Systems Information Systems & Technology
Master of Geology Earth Sciences & Geology
Master of Health Economics Economics
Master of Health Informatics Health Informatics
Master of Hospitality and Tourism Management Tourism & Leisure
Master of Human Resource Development Human Resource Management
Master of Human Rights Law and Practice Law
Master of Hydrogeology Earth Sciences & Geology
Master of Information Studies Information Systems & Technology
Master of Information Technology for Business Information Systems & Technology
Master of Innovation in Education Pedagogy Education & Teaching
Master of International Affairs Politics & International Relations
Master of International Business International Business
Master of International Law International Law
Master of Labour Law Law
Master of Law and Development Law
Master of Law and Practice of Public Administration Law
Master of Law for Micro, Small, and Medium Scale Enterprises Law
Master of Learning Sciences and Technology Natural Sciences
Master of Logistics and Transport Management Supply Chain & Logistics
Master of Management and Administration Business & Management
Master of Maritime Law Law
Master of Marketing Strategy Marketing
Master of Research and Public Policy Public Policy
Master of Material Science Engineering General Engineering
Master of Medical Laboratory Science Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Master of Medical Ultrasonography Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Master of Midwifery Midwifery
Master of Migration Studies
Master of Mineral Exploration Mining & Oil Engineering
Master of Museum and Heritage Studies
Master of Music Music
Master of National Security Law and Practice Law
Master of Natural Resources Law Law
Master of Nursing Nursing
Master of Oceans Governance and Law Law
Master of Organisational Leadership & Governance Politics & International Relations
Master of Paediatric Nursing Medicine
Master of Paralegal Practice Law
Master of Petroleum Geoscience Earth Sciences & Geology
Master of Physiotherapy Physiotherapy
Master of Population Studies
Master of Procurement and Supply Chain Management Supply Chain & Logistics
Master of Professional Development
Master of Public Administration Public Administration
Master of Public Affairs Politics & International Relations
Master of Public Financial Administration Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Public Health Public Health
Master of Public Health in Population, Family & Reproductive Health Public Health
Master of Public Health in Social and Behavioural Science Public Health
Master of Public Health Monitoring and Evaluation Public Health
Master of Public Sector Management Business & Management
Master of Russian
Master of Social Policy Studies Public Policy
Master of Sociology Social & Cultural Studies
Master of Spanish
Master of Speech & Language Therapy Speech & Language Therapy
Master of Strategic Communication Communication Studies
Master of Study of Religions Religious Studies
Master of Tax Law, Policy and Practice Law
Master of Tax Policy and Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Teaching of English As A Second Language (TESL) English Language Studies
Master of Theatre Arts Performing Arts
Master of Translation Translation & Interpreting
Master of Urban Studies Business & Management
Master of Youth Development Work Business & Management
Master of Youth Leadership and Development Business & Management
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Professional Doctorate
1 programme
University of Ghana lists 1 programme awarding a doctorate — the apex qualification for those pursuing research leadership or an academic career.
Doctor of Pharmacy Pharmacy
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
17 programmes
University of Ghana lists 17 programmes awarding a doctorate — the apex qualification for those pursuing research leadership or an academic career.
Master of Development Economics Economics
Master of Food Utilization and Community Nutrition Nutrition & Dietetics
Master of Information Systems Information Systems & Technology
Master of Law Law
Master of Management Science Business & Management
Master of Music (Ethnomusicology) Music
Master of Music (Theory and Composition) Music
Master of Plant Breeding Agriculture
Master of Public Health in Biological, Environmental & Occupational Sciences Public Health
Master of Public Health in Biostatistics Public Health
Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and Disease Control Epidemiology
Master of Public Health in Health Policy Planning and Management Public Health
Doctor of Philosophy in One Health Philosophy & Ethics
Clinical Sciences Natural Sciences
Health Policy and Management Business & Management
Public Administration and Policy Management Public Administration
Materials Science and Engineering Materials Science
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
2 programmes
These 2 programmes cover University of Ghana's associate, certificate, diploma, and foundation options — qualifications valued for fast, targeted, or pathway-oriented study.
Certificate in English Proficiency English Language Studies
Bachelor of Dental Surgery Operating Room & Surgical Technology
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to University of Ghana
A short guide to applying to University of Ghana — five steps covering the path from programme selection to confirmation of receipt.
- 1 Research programmes at University of Ghana
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. University of Ghana offers 264 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
- 2 Review admissions criteria
Each programme at University of Ghana has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
- 3 Gather supporting documents
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
- 4 Lodge your application
Apply directly via University of Ghana's online portal at www.ug.edu.gh. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
- 5 Confirm receipt and track progress
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +233 (21) 500 381. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about University of Ghana
The questions below summarise University of Ghana's vital institutional details — useful as a quick reference before drilling into specific sections.
How old is University of Ghana?
The institution opened in 1948 (approximately 78 years ago).
In which city is University of Ghana?
University of Ghana is based in Accra, Ghana.
Is University of Ghana public or private?
University of Ghana operates as a public institution.
How many students study at University of Ghana?
University of Ghana has approximately over-50,000 students.
How is University of Ghana ranked?
University of Ghana is ranked #1058 globally and #1 in Ghana.
What qualification levels does University of Ghana offer?
Programmes at University of Ghana cover bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
What is University of Ghana's academic structure?
The institution comprises 23 academic units.
Is University of Ghana accredited?
University of Ghana is accredited by Ghana Tertiary Education Commission.
How do I find University of Ghana online?
You can find University of Ghana online at www.ug.edu.gh.
Members of Association of African Universities (AAU)
Strategic alliances often grow alongside Association of African Universities (AAU) membership — bilateral agreements deepen collaboration beyond the broader network frame. Such alliances sometimes exist between University of Ghana and specific members below.
Faculties at Nearby Universities
Looking at higher education options close to University of Ghana? These nearby campuses share similar academic structures and may suit students prioritising proximity to home or family. Regional ties also affect access to internships and local employer networks.
Where Else to Study Law
Foreign-language teaching requirements for Law programmes vary across Ghana. Some run entirely in the national language; others offer English-medium delivery for international students.
Universities Often Compared with University of Ghana
When students choose University of Ghana, they typically weigh it against institutions of similar standing. These universities sit at a comparable level — useful comparisons before committing to a final choice, especially when programme content is similar across the options.
