Diploma in Ministry
Ghana Baptist University College · School of Theology and Ministry (STM)
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 Ghana Baptist University College you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThe Diploma in Ministry at Ghana Baptist University College is an Arts & Humanities programme offered through the School of Theology and Ministry. Programmes of this kind combine biblical and theological study with practical skills for pastoral work.
What studying ministry covers
Programmes of this kind usually cover biblical studies, Christian doctrine, church history, and pastoral care. You build skills in preaching, teaching, counselling, and leading a congregation. The focus is on understanding scripture deeply and applying it to everyday life and church situations.
What ministry graduates do
Most graduates go into church-based roles such as pastor, youth minister, or worship leader. Others work in chaplaincy, missions, or church administration. Some use the diploma as a stepping stone to further theological study, while others move into community development and non-profit work where pastoral skills are valuable.
How hard it is to get a place
This programme is less competitive than many university courses. That means if you meet the basic WASSCE requirements for diploma entry, you have a realistic chance of being offered a place. Check your grades against the published requirements before applying.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
Ghana Baptist University College publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
Where graduates work
- Pastor
- Youth minister
- Worship leader
- Church administrator
- Chaplain
- Missions worker