Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Accounting in Ghana

Course Name: Bachelor of Science in Accounting(Accounting)
Major Subject: Accounting
Course Category: Degree Courses

Institutions Offering Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Central University, Miotso
Admission requirements:

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

a.Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE).

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

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

An applicant must have at least credit passes in 5 subjects (including English Language and Mathematics at the GCE Ordinary Level and at least 2 passes at the GCE Advanced Level. One of the Advanced Level passes must be grade ‘D’ or better. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained. Entry is at Level 100.

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

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

d.Admission through Mature Students’ Entrance Examination.

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

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

e.Applicants with foreign certificates.

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

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

f.Entry requirements for Diploma programmes

To be admitted to a Diploma programme, a candidate must satisfy the following minimum requirements besides conditions stipulated for the particular programme:
Regional Maritime University, Accra
Course entry requirements
a. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE), West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and General Business Certificate of Examination (GBCE).

i. An applicant with SSSCE must have credit passes (A – D) in six subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus any three electives subjects

ii. An applicant with WASSCE must have credit passes (A1 – C6) in six subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus any three electives subjects

iii. An applicant with GBCE must have credit passes (A – D) in six subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus any three electives subjects

b. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level
An applicant with GCE Advanced Level must have passed three subjects ( at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better. Also the applicant must have had credits passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject (for a non- science student) or an Arts subject (for a Sconce student

c. Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE)
An applicant with ABCE candidate must hold a Full Diploma Certificate in ABCE. In addition, the applicant must have credit passes in five subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) or SSSCE or WASSCE

d. Mature Candidates
An applicant applying as a mature candidate 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 5 years old at the time of application.The candidate shall be required to write and pass an examination consisting of English Language, Mathematics and an Aptitude Test conducted by the University.

e. Foreign and other Qualifications
All foreign and other qualifications beyond the ones specified above shall be referred to the National Accreditation Board for the establishment of their equivalences to determine their eligibility for admission to the University.
Catholic University College of Ghana, Sunyani
Admission requirements:
SSSCE: Interested and qualified applicants should have aggregate 24 or better with credit passes in six subjects: (3) Core subjects including Mathematics, English and either Integrated Science or Social Studies; and any other (3) electives
WASSCE: Interested and qualified applicants should have aggregate 36 or better with credit passes in six subjects: (3) Core subjects including Mathematics, English and either Integrated Science or Social Studies; and any other (3) electives;
GBCE/ABCE: Holders with passes in English and Mathematic, and any other (3) electives can apply.
GCE ‘O’ & ‘A’ Levels: Applicants must have passes in (2) subjects and a General Paper plus (5) passes at ‘O’ Level including English, Mathematics, Arts or Science subject.
Other Qualifications: Professional Certificate and Diploma holders of: HND, ICA, CIM, CIMA (I&II), SRN, RGN, RM, TEACHER’S CERT. ‘A’/DIPLOMA, CHN, EN, DBS, etc. can apply and may be considered for higher placement. (Please, enclose transcript(s) and result slip(s) of SSSCE/WASSCE/GCE, etc).
Mature Applicants: Interested applicants, who do not satisfy the above criteria but are 27years and above or with work experience, can apply. The applicants will be considered to write Entrance Examination and attend Interview. You will be admitted upon passing the Examination and Interview sessions.
African University College of Communications, Accra
Admission requirements:
WASSCE
Applicants with WASSCE must obtain a minimum of six credit passes (C6) in six subjects (3 core and 3 elective subjects respectively).

SSSCE
A minimum aggregate score of 24. Applicants must obtain at least a D (4) in six subjects.

GCE ‘O’ and ‘A’ Levels
Applicants with ´O´ or ´A´ Levels must have Grade 6 or better in five (5) ´O´ level subjects including English, Math and a Science / Arts subject. In addition, they must have passes in 3 subjects, one of the passes should be Grade D or better at the ´A´ Levels.

International Students
International students with qualifications equivalent to those mentioned above (1-2) may be considered for admission. They must also show evidence of proficiency in English. This includes applicants holding Baccalaureate (IB), IGCSE, GCSE and other external qualifications which have equivalences to the SSSCE, WASSCE and GCE.

Mature Candidates
Must be Ghanaian nationals, 25 years or above and must pass a mature candidates qualifying examination and interview.

Other Qualifications
Holders of University of Ghana Diploma or its equivalent, with Final Grade Point Average (FGPA) of 3.25 or better, eligible to apply to the same area of study. Holders of Diplomas in other areas of study must have distinction.

University of Ghana, Accra
Admission requirements:
All admissions will be to Level 100.

Senior Secondary School Certificates (SSSCE/WASSSCE)
Baccalaureate (French)
International Baccalaureate (IB)
GCE (Cambridge) - 'A' and 'O' Levels
GCSE & 'A' Levels
American High School - Grade 12 examinations
Other external qualifications which have equivalences to the WASSSCE/SSSCE and the GCE (A Levels)
All applicants who have ever attended or graduated with Certificate/Diploma from the University of Ghana from 1996 to date should indicate their **STUDENT IDENTITYNUMBERS** on their application forms. The same number will be used in the intended programme of study if admitted.

Since the 2007/2008 academic year, the University of Ghana has ceased to admit applicants with the West African Examination Council’s Ordinary and Advanced Level Certificates

All Applicants must take note that the process for admission to the University of Ghana is very transparent. Applicants should therefore beware of any persons who may approach them on the pretext of assisting them gain admission for a fee.
University College of Management Studies, Accra
Admission requirements:
LEVEL 100
SSSCE Credit Passes (A-D) in three (3) Core subjects and three (3) Elective subjects.

WASSCE Credit Passes (A1-C6) in three (3) Core subjects and three (3) Elective subjects.
Other recognised qualifications such as GBCE, ABCE and GCE ‘A’ Level (2 Passes).

Baccalaureate with English Proficiency for French applicants.

WASSCE/NECO with six (6) Credit Passes including English and Mathematics for Nigerian applicants.

DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVELS 200 and 300
Holders of HND, University Diploma and Professional qualification shall be considered for admission to Levels 200 or 300 based on NAB guidelines.

MATURE APPLICANTS
Mature applicants shall be 25 years and above as at time of applying with considerable education would be admitted after passing an entrance examination and interview.
Ghana Baptist University College, Kumasi
Admission requirements:
Five credits at the GCE Ordinary Level including English Language and Mathematics plus three passes at the GCE Advance Level, or an aggregate score of 24 or better including Core Mathematics, Core English, and Integrated Science/ Social Studies and any three elective subjects in the WASSCE/SSSCE

Five GCE Ordinary Level, passes including English Language and Mathematics or WASSCE/SSCE with three or more passes including English Language and Mathematics with working experience.

They must have attained a minimum age of twenty-five (25) years at the time of submitting the application materials (photocopy of birth certificate is required). They must attend the Access Course organized by the University College, and pass the Examination which entails General Paper, English Language, and Mathematics, with an average score of 60%.
Wisconsin International University College, Accra
Course entry requirements
(i) WASSCE and SSSCE
-Candidates must have six credits (A1-C6) in English, Mathematics and Integrated Science (Biology or Agricultural Science for Nigerian applicants) or Social Studies, and three elective subjects, making an aggregate of no more than 36. For SSSCE, candidates must have six credits (A-D) in the three Core Subjects and three electives, making an aggregate of no more than 24.

(ii) Mature Students
-Candidates must be at least 25 years old and must write and pass an entrance examination in English, Mathematics, IT and General Business. They may also be required to attend an interview.

(iii) Others
-Applicants with GCE, ICGSE, GBCE, ABCE, Baccalaureate, Professional Courses (ICA, ACCA, CIM etc) and HND, among others may contact us for levels of placement.

Catholic Institute of Business and Technology, Accra
Admission requirements:
The following qualifications are also acceptable for admission to degree programmes in the Department of Business Administration at the Catholic Institute of Business and Technology

Diplomas from a recognized university
Post-Secondary Teacher Training College certificate from a recognized institution
Higher National Diploma (HND)

Candidates applying as Mature Students must be at least twenty five (25) years at least two (2) years’ working experience and/or evidence of any other educational upgrading. Note that all matured students will be invited for an interview.
Accra Institute of Technology, Accra
Admission requirements:
Senior Secondary/High School Certificate Examination (SS/HSCE) or West African Senior Secondary School Certificate (WASSCE) or equivalent

With an aggregate score of 24 or better in six subjects including passes in: Three Core Subjects (including Core English, and Core Mathematics) plus Three Electives. For Engineering or Computer Science Programs, the Three electives should include Elective Mathematics and Elective Science (Physics, plus Chemistry or Biology).
Radford University College, Accra
Entry Requirements:

WASSCE/SSSCE Certificate Holders

Applicants must have:

A pass in the Core English and Core Mathematics, in addition to a pass in one of the following Core Subjects; Integrated Science, Social Studies/life Skills.
Passes in any three (3) relevant Elective Subjects.
Methodist University College Ghana, Accra
Admission requirements:

To be considered for admission to the program, applicants must have :
1. a bachelor's degree from a recognized educational institution.
2. Have a minimum of second lower.
3. Must have at least two years work experience.
Kings University College, Accra
Course Duration: 4 years
Simon Diedong Dombo University for Business and Integrated Development Studies, Bamahu
Duration: 4 years
Christ Apostolic University College, Kumasi
Ghana Christian University College, Accra
Lakeside University College, Ghana, Accra
West End University College, Accra
Zenith University College, Accra
Data Link Institute of Business and Technology, Tema
Garden City University College, Kumasi
All Nations University, Koforidua
KAAF University, Accra
Pentecost University, Accra
Valley View University, Adentan
Sunyani Technical University, Sunyani
Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi
Koforidua Technical University, Koforidua
Cape Coast Technical University, Cape Coast
University of Professional Studies, Accra
University of Education, Winneba

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