B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry

Applied chemistry programmes of this kind use laboratory science to address practical issues in manufacturing, health, agriculture, and the environment. C.K. Tedam University of Technology & Applied Sciences offers this degree through its School of Chemical & Biochemical Sciences, and it is open to SHS leavers from Agriculture, General Science, or Home Economics. Admission is less competitive than many other science programmes.

What applied chemistry actually involves

Applied chemistry is a practical branch of chemistry. Programmes of this kind usually cover chemical analysis, laboratory techniques, and the principles behind industrial processes. You learn how to work with substances safely, measure and identify compounds, and understand how chemistry is used to create and test products. The focus is on hands-on skills as much as on theory.

How hard it is to get a place

This is a less competitive programme, which means admission is not as selective as for some other science degrees. If you studied Agriculture, General Science, or Home Economics at SHS, you are eligible to apply. Still, you must meet the specific subject requirements published for the programme, so check your WASSCE grades against them. The university does not publish a single cutoff aggregate; it looks at each application on its own merits.

Where this degree takes you

Graduates typically move into roles that require confident use of laboratory and analytical skills. Common employers include chemical and pharmaceutical companies, food and drink producers, water and waste treatment plants, and independent testing laboratories. Some graduates work as quality control officers or laboratory analysts, while others go into teaching or pursue further study in chemistry or related fields.