BSc General Nursing
KAAF University College · Faculty of Health and Allied 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 KAAF University College you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThe BSc General Nursing programme at KAAF University College prepares you for a rewarding career in healthcare. It is a practical, people-focused degree that combines medical knowledge with hands-on patient care. This page explains what the programme involves, how hard it is to get into, and what you can do after graduation.
What general nursing covers
Nursing programmes of this kind usually combine classroom learning with practical clinical experience. You will study subjects like human anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and patient care, and learn how to assess, plan, and deliver care for individuals and communities. The training builds skills in communication, critical thinking, and empathy, preparing you to work confidently in hospitals, clinics, and community settings.
How hard it is to get a place
Entry into this programme is less competitive than many other health degrees. That means your chances of admission are higher, provided you meet the basic requirements for university admission. For comparison, similar programmes at Ghana Baptist University College and Valley View University are also less competitive, so you have several good options if you are interested in nursing.
Where nursing can take you
Most nursing graduates go on to work as registered nurses in hospitals and clinics, while others pursue careers in public health, education, or further specialisation. The degree also provides a foundation for postgraduate study in fields like nurse practitioner, midwifery, or nursing leadership.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
KAAF University College publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
BSc General Nursing at other institutions
The same programme elsewhere in Ghana, ordered from most to least competitive.
Where graduates work
- Registered Nurse
- Public Health Nurse
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Administrator