BSc. Family and Consumer Sciences (Family & Child Studies)
University of Ghana · College of Basic and Applied Sciences
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 qualifyBSc Family and Consumer Sciences with a focus on Family & Child Studies at the University of Ghana prepares you to understand how families and children develop within society. It combines social science theories with practical skills for working with people. This page explains what the programme involves, how competitive entry is, and where it can take you.
What Family and Consumer Sciences covers
Programmes of this kind usually cover child development, family resource management, consumer behaviour, and the social factors that affect households. You will build skills in communication, problem-solving, and empathy, learning how to support individuals and families in different circumstances. The Family & Child Studies focus tends to emphasise child well-being, parenting, and community support.
Who can apply and how competitive entry is
The University of Ghana accepts SHS backgrounds in Agriculture, General Science, and Home Economics for this degree. In addition, you need at least C6 in Management in Living if you studied Home Economics. Entry is competitive, so you will need strong WASSCE results. Check the university's published requirements to see if your grades qualify.
Where a Family and Consumer Sciences degree can take you
Graduates typically work in social services, education, health promotion, and community development. Common roles include family support worker, child development officer, consumer affairs officer, and community outreach coordinator. Some go on to further study in social work, counselling, or public health.
Entry requirements
Subject requirements
C6 in Management in Living
SHS backgrounds accepted
- Agriculture
- General Science
- Home Economics
Aggregate needed
University of Ghana publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
BSc. Family and Consumer Sciences (Family & Child Studies) at other institutions
The same programme elsewhere in Ghana, ordered from most to least competitive.
Where graduates work
- Family support worker
- Child development officer
- Consumer affairs officer
- Community development worker