B.A. Rural & Community Development

The B.A. Rural & Community Development at Presbyterian University prepares you for work in developing and improving rural society. Offered at the Akuapem Campus, this programme is part of the Social Sciences and focuses on understanding communities and how to bring about positive change. It is a less competitive degree, making it an accessible route into the development sector.

What Rural & Community Development covers

Programmes of this kind focus on how rural and underserved communities can be supported to improve their living conditions. You typically study social research methods, community mobilization, project planning and evaluation, local governance, and development policy. The field draws on sociology, economics, and public administration, and it equips you to work directly with communities rather than from a distance.

How hard it is to get a place

This is a less competitive programme, which means that if you meet the basic admission requirement of three core subjects and three electives from any grouping, you have a realistic chance of being offered a place. Unlike some Social Science programmes, the entry bar is more flexible, so your WASSCE grades do not have to be exceptional. You should still check your results against the university's published requirements to be sure.

Where this qualification can lead

Graduates typically go into local government, non-governmental organisations, international development agencies, and community-focused businesses. Common roles include community development officer, project coordinator, extension worker, and social development researcher. The degree also provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in development studies, public health, or social work.