BA Development and Environmental Studies
Wisconsin International University College · Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Will you get in?
Meet the minimum pass grades for this level and you will be considered. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at Wisconsin International University College you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThe BA Development and Environmental Studies at Wisconsin International University College combines social science with environmental science to prepare you for work in development and sustainability. This interdisciplinary degree helps you understand issues like poverty, climate change, and natural resource management. Here you can learn what the programme involves, how hard it is to get a place, and what you can do after graduation.
What this field of study is about
Development and Environmental Studies looks at how communities can improve their quality of life without destroying the natural systems they rely on. Programmes of this kind typically bring together social science, economics, and environmental science. Students explore topics such as poverty and inequality, sustainable farming, water and sanitation, environmental policy, and the effects of climate change on developing countries. The degree builds practical skills in research, data handling, project planning, and communication, which are useful in many jobs.
How competitive entry is
Entry into this programme is less competitive than for many other degree courses. You will not need the very high aggregates required by selective programmes, but you still need to satisfy Wisconsin International University College’s admission requirements for the BA. Because cut-off points are not publicly fixed, the best step is to compare your WASSCE grades with the entry requirements for this programme.
Where it can take you
A degree in Development and Environmental Studies opens doors in organisations that work on social and environmental projects. Graduates typically find work in NGOs, government ministries, international development agencies, and private environmental firms. Day-to-day roles include writing project proposals, assessing environmental impacts, coordinating community outreach, and monitoring project outcomes. Many graduates also move on to postgraduate study in development, environmental management, or related areas.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
Wisconsin International University College publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
Where graduates work
- Community development officer
- Environmental officer
- Project coordinator
- Sustainable development analyst
- NGO programme manager