BSc. Computer Science

University of Ghana · College of Basic and Applied Sciences

Degree Computing & Information Technology Highly competitive

Will you get in?

Only students with near-perfect aggregates get a place here. 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 qualify

Computer science is the study of computation, algorithms, and the design of software and hardware. A BSc Computer Science degree prepares you to build and maintain the digital systems that power modern life. At University of Ghana, this programme sits within the College of Basic and Applied Sciences and is one of the most sought-after computing degrees in the country.

What you will study

Programmes of this kind typically cover programming, data structures, algorithms, computer systems, databases, networks, and software engineering. You will also learn the mathematical foundations of computing and gain practical experience writing code and solving real-world problems. The exact curriculum varies by institution, but you should expect a rigorous blend of theory and hands-on work.

How competitive is a place?

Entry to computer science at University of Ghana is highly competitive. The university admits students from Senior High School backgrounds in Agriculture, General Science, and Home Economics, and you should expect a strong application to stand out among many qualified candidates. Other universities in Ghana offer the same programme with varying levels of competition — from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology also being highly competitive to places like Ashesi University being less competitive. Your WASSCE results will need to be strong, but we cannot state a cut-off point; check the university's admissions guidelines to see if your grades qualify.

What you can do after graduating

Most computer science graduates go on to careers in software development, where they design apps, websites, and enterprise systems. Others work as data scientists, network engineers, cybersecurity analysts, or IT consultants. The problem-solving skills you develop also open doors in finance, health, education, and government.