BSc Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics

University of Cape Coast · College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences

Degree Natural & Applied Sciences Competitive

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 Cape Coast you qualify for.

Check if you qualify

This degree focuses on the study of weather, climate, and the physical processes that govern the atmosphere. It sits within the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences at the University of Cape Coast, and entry is competitive. Students from Agriculture and General Science SHS backgrounds are considered for admission.

What meteorology and atmospheric physics covers

Programmes of this kind usually blend the study of weather systems, climate patterns, and the physics of the atmosphere. You learn how to collect and interpret weather data, understand atmospheric dynamics, and use computer models to forecast weather and study climate change. The work builds strong skills in mathematics, data analysis, and scientific observation.

How hard it is to get a place

Admission is competitive. With more applicants than places, your grades and preparation matter. The college considers students who studied Agriculture or General Science at SHS, so if that is your background you are eligible to apply. The exact aggregate needed is not published here, so check your WASSCE results against the university’s typical expectations or contact the admissions office for guidance.

Entry requirements

SHS backgrounds accepted

  • Agriculture
  • General Science

Aggregate needed

University of Cape Coast publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.

Where graduates work

  • Weather forecaster
  • Climate scientist
  • Atmospheric researcher
  • Environmental consultant
  • Data analyst in meteorology

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