Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science in Ghana

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

Institutions Offering Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science

  • University College of Management Studies University College of Management Studies, Accra  
    Applicants should possess one of the following categories of entry requirements:
    (i) WASSCE/SSSCE Applicants
    Candidates possessing WASSCE and SSSCE should have Credits in three (3) Core Subjects that include English and Mathematics, and three (3) Credits in Elective Subjects.
    WASSCE Candidates: Credits (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects that include English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) elective subjects.

    SSSCE Candidates: Credits (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects that include English and Mathematics, plus three (3) elective subjects.

    (ii) GCE A 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 GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for (Science students).

    (iii) Higher National Diploma (HND) Candidates.
    -Applicant must have graduated with a good HND certificate, i.e. at least 2nd Class Lower Division).

    -In addition, the applicant must have a minimum of 2 years working experience after the HND.

    -Applicants holding First Class HND in relevant subject areas would be admitted to Level 300 and others to Level 200 of the Programme.

    -Other Diploma qualifications assessed to be equivalent to HND by National Accreditation Board (NAB) requirements will be duly considered.

    (iv) Advanced 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).

    (v) Post-Secondary Teacher’s Certificate
    Holders of Post-Secondary Teacher’s Certificate “A” or the Diploma in Education should in addition, possess least credit passes in English (Core), Mathematics (Core) and Science (Core) at the WASSCE/SSSCE/GBCE or in the case of GCE O’ Level holders at least credit in English Language, Mathematics and any Science Subject.

    (vi) Mature Students’ Entry
    -Mature student’s entry avenues to tertiary education provide opportunities for people who could not do so earlier in their lives to further their education at the tertiary level after some years in the workplace (preferably, the formal workplace).
    The applicant must:
    -be at least 25 years old, and show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date which should be at least 5 years old at the time of application.
    -have worked for at least two years.
    -pass an Entrance Examination and an interview.

    (vii) Direct Entry to Levels 200 and 300
    -Holders of University Diplomas and Professional Qualifications in relevant areas shall be considered for placement based on NAB Guidelines.

    (viii) International Students
    -International students with qualifications equivalent to those above will be considered for admission.

    -The equivalence of such qualification shall be determined by the National Accreditation Board.

    -International Students from non-English speaking countries would, in addition, be required to show evidence of proficiency in English Language.
  • Catholic University College of Ghana 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.
  • Methodist University College Ghana Methodist University College Ghana, Accra  
    Admission requirements:
    Credit passes (minimum of a D for SSSCE or C6 for WASSCE) in three (3) core subjects including Core Mathematics and English, and three (3) elective subjects in the WASSCE (with Aggregate score of not more than 36) or SSSCE (with Aggregate score of not more than 24).

    A Credit pass (minimum of a D for SSSCE or C6 for WASSCE) or better in Elective Mathematics is also required
  • Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi  
    Entry Requirements:
    - Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies.
    - Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Mathematics and any TWO (2) from the following: Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Geography, Technical Drawing, Business Management, Principle of Costing, and Accounting.
  • University of Cape Coast University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast  
    Course entry Requirements
    -Applicants must Elective Mathematics and any two (2) of the following elective subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Business Management, Principles of Costing and Accounting.

    Mode of study: Regular

    Course duration: 4 years
  • Pentecost University Pentecost University, Accra  
    Course entry requirements:
    -Six credits including: core English, core Mathematics and either integrated science or social studies -Three electives in relevant subjects,
    -Mature entrance exams or any other relevant qualifications
  • University for Development Studies University for Development Studies, Tamale  
    Course entry requirements

    -At least a grade C6 in Mathematics (Elective)

    Program duration: 4 years
  • C.K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences C.K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Navrongo  
    Duration: 4 years
  • Presbyterian University College Presbyterian University College, Abetifi  
  • University of Energy and Natural Resources University of Energy and Natural Resources, Sunyani  
  • University of Professional Studies University of Professional Studies, Accra  




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