ADMISSION FORMS FOR 2008-9 ACADEMIC YEAR ON SALE

Admission application forms for the 2008-2009 academic year are now on sale. A set of forms, which can be obtained from the cash office at the main campus or downloaded online costs GH¢50.00 and GH¢70.00 for foreign students.

HOW TO APPLY

Admission Requirements for the School of Graduate Studies can be found here.

An applicant must submit the following:

A completed application for admission and a non-refundable application fee.

An official results slip or transcript and testimonial from the student's last school must be submitted at the time of application directly to the Academic Office. If the student is currently enrolled in another institution, a transcript from the previous institution should be sent directly to the Assistant Registrar (Academic Affairs). It is the responsibility of the student to arrange for transcript(s) and/or transfer form to be mailed and to ensure that they arrive promptly. Hand delivered transcript(s) are not acceptable.

Admission to Degree Courses

Five main categories of candidates are considered for admission to the first year Bachelor's Degree in the Central University College.

General Certificate of Education: Passes, at least, at credit level in 5 subjects (including English Language, Mathematics, and Science) in the GCE Ordinary Level and 3 passes at the Advanced Level of the GCE. Two of the advanced level passes must be grade 'D' or better. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained.

Senior Secondary School Certificate: Passes in core English, core Mathematics, core Science and three elective subjects, with an aggregate score of 24 or better.
Mature Student's Entry Requirement (MSER):
i. Age: At least 25 years

ii. (a) Relevant professional experience, or
(b) Authorship of some work in relevant field,

iii. The applicant must also pass the Mature Students Entrance Examination which comprises:
(a) General Paper (including a section on English Language) or all candidates. Examinations in Mathematics and English Language for those who do not have G.C.E. 'O' Level credit passes.
(b) Special Paper to test standard of achievement in subjects relevant to programme for which candidate is seeking admission.
(c) Candidates must also pass an interview.

Professional Qualification (School of Business Management and Administration) : Candidates with 5 GCE 'O' Level Credit passes including English and Mathematics and any of the following qualifications may be considered for admission to the first year:
a. Diploma in Business Studies (DBS) with at least 1 Distinction and 3 Credits from accredited Polytechnics. b. Foundation and Intermediate levels of professional Certificates in CIM, CIPS, CA (Gh), etc.
c. Private Secretary.
d. RSA Stage II (5 passes) and Stage III (3 Passes).

Post Diploma Degree: Candidates with the following qualifications may be admitted to level 200/300.
a. HND (good class).
b. Diploma in Accounting or Business Administration from a recognised University.
c. Professional certificate (e.g. ICA Ghana) level 2, Chartered Institute of Bankers, with at least three years post qualification work experience.
d. Diploma in Bilingual Secretaryship.
e. Diploma of Higher Education from Central University College (mini mum CGPA of 2.50).

Foreign Students. Foreign students may be considered for admission if they hold qualifications equivalent to those mentioned above. However, they must show evidence of proficiency in English.

Admission to Diploma Courses

Four main categories of candidates are considered for admission to the Diploma in Higher Education programme in the Central University College.
General Certificate of Education: Passes, at least, at credit level in 5 subjects (including English Language, Mathematics, and a science subject) in the GCE Ordinary Level Examination and 2 passes at the Advanced Level of the GCE are required.
Senior Secondary School Certificate: Passes in the core English, core Mathematics, core Science and three Elective subjects, with an aggregate score of 30 or better in the WAEC Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination. Candidates must also pass a University Entrance Examination (UEE) conducted by the Central University College.
Foreign Students:
Foreign students may be considered for admission if they hold qualifications equivalent to those mentioned above. However, they must show evidence of proficiency in English language.
Mature Student's Entry Requirement (MSER): Mature persons applying for admission, who do not satisfy the above requirements must have reasonable education and working experience and should have attained the minimum age of 25 years at the time of submitting their applications. Successful candidates are selected on the basis of passing the Mature Students Entrance Examination and an interview.

Application forms
The application forms for the undergraduate programmes are usually sold at the Front Office and the Accounts Office at the main campus of the University.