Bachelor of Arts (Full-Fee Paying)
University of Ghana · College of Humanities
Will you get in?
You will need better than the minimum pass grades for this level. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at University of Ghana you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThis is the full-fee paying stream of the Bachelor of Arts at the University of Ghana, offered through the College of Humanities. It is a competitive entry route into a wide-ranging arts and humanities education. Here you can find out what the programme typically covers, how hard it is to get a place, and where the degree can take you.
What arts and humanities degrees cover
Programmes of this kind explore human culture, thought, and society through subjects such as literature, history, philosophy, languages, and the social sciences. You learn to analyse complex texts, understand different perspectives, and communicate your ideas effectively. These skills prepare you for a wide range of careers that value clear thinking, research, and writing.
How competitive is the full-fee paying stream
This is the full-fee paying stream of the Bachelor of Arts at the University of Ghana, and entry is competitive. By comparison, the standard BA at the same university is highly competitive, and the University of Cape Coast offers a similarly competitive programme. Strong WASSCE results are essential to stand out. You can check the official admissions requirements to see if your own grades qualify.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
University of Ghana publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
Bachelor of Arts (Full-Fee Paying) at other institutions
The same programme elsewhere in Ghana, ordered from most to least competitive.
Where graduates work
- Civil service
- Journalism and media
- Teaching and education
- Business and management
- Public relations
- NGO and development work
- Research and analysis
- Law (after further study)