Ghana

Study with a scholarship of up to £2,500 in a safe and welcoming living environment, surrounded by a diverse community of international students.

We have three vibrant campuses around the capital city of Wales; Cardiff. Here, you can enjoy a high standard of living at a low cost. You’ll be surrounded by the best of South Wales’ cities, coast and countryside, and we’re only 2 hours from London via train. Most of our 500 + courses are recognised or accredited by professional organisations and are all taught with employability in mind. That’s why 96% of USW graduates are in Employment and/or Further Study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/22).

Everything you need to know

As a self-funding international student from Ghana, you are eligible for a scholarship of:

£2,500 per year for undergraduate students
£2,500 per year for postgraduate students

This applies for courses starting in September 2024 and February 2025. You will be automatically considered for one of these awards when we receive your application.

For individual fees please check your selected course page.

Please note: We do not accept direct applications from Ghana. Students looking to apply should apply with one of our registered agents or with Jennifer Tetteh our in-country representative: [email protected]

Foundation Years are available to students who don't meet the academic requirements for entry directly onto year 1 of a Bachelor degree.
Students who have a good level of English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent) will be considered for our Faculty Foundation Years.

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for Undergraduate study. The University of South Wales recognises the following English Language qualifications:

Senior School Certificate grade C or Credit pass in English Language
GCSE/A Level English Language grade C or above
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band)

Don’t worry if you do not meet these requirements as we offer a range of English Language courses.

Academic Qualifications

We recognise the WAEC and SSCE examining boards:

Students with 5 or more West African Senior School (WAEC/NECO) subjects at B3 or above including Mathematics and one Science, can be considered for direct undergraduate degree entry
Students with a National Diploma will be considered for undergraduate degree programmes
Students with a Higher National Diploma or Polytechnic diplomas can be considered for advanced entry onto certain undergraduate degree programmes
Students with A Levels will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate degree programmes in line with the standard UCAS tariff

If your qualification is not covered above or you do not meet the set criteria please contact us and we will see how we can assist you.

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for Postgraduate study. The University of South Wales also recognises the following English language qualifications:

Senior School Certificate grade C or Credit pass in English Language
GCSE/O Level English at grade C or above
IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 with at least a 5.5 in each component.

Please note that some courses may require a higher level of English language proficiency than the University’s standard requirements.

Please see the course page for further information.

Don’t worry if you do not meet these requirements as we offer a range of English Language courses.

Academic Qualifications

Students with an undergraduate degree with second class or higher will be considered for direct entry onto a postgraduate programme.
Applicants with a Masters degree can be considered for entry to Ph.D. studies as long as they also have a suitable research proposal.

Please contact us with any questions you may have about studying and applying to the University of South Wales.

Officers

Nicolò Paolucci
International Executive
Email: [email protected]
Address: USW International, University of South Wales, Llantwit Rd, Treforest, South Wales, CF37 1DL

Jennifer Mawushie Tetteh, In-Country Officer University of South Wales, UK
Office Line: +233-302557991
Tel: +233 – (0)598247934
Email : [email protected]
Intake East Legon Office:
The Orangery, 100 La Bawaleshi Road, East Legon, Accra GA-414-2890 (Digital code), Ghana

Representatives

Intake Education
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0553 173346 / 0557869653
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0554614200

UKEAS
Accra: The Orangery,, 169/4A Otwe Street, Tedzii Ashieshi, La, Osu Ako-Adjei, Accra

BCIE
Accra: Off Oxford Street, Behind SSNIT Hospital, Next Door to Mama Mia Restaurant, Osu
Tel: 0302 778748
Email: [email protected]

Bonfield Educational Advisory
3rd Floor, Valco Trust House, Castle Road, Ridge, Accra
Tel: 00549930023
Email: [email protected]

Come Study International
18 Sunflower Street , Tulip Avenue , East Legon
Tel: +233234415005
Email: [email protected]

Globe Educational Center
C14 Star Avenue, Quennel House, Kokomlemle, Accra
Tel: 0244783000 | 0548393600
Email: [email protected]

Best Education Services Ltd
003/971 Boundary Road, Shiashie, Accra
Email: [email protected]

Study Abroad West Africa
No 1. Nima Highway/Adjacent Nima Police Station, Accra
Tel: +233(0)206438553/+233(0)24897906
Email: [email protected]

SI-UK
79 Gateway Road, CP Junction Kasoa , Accra, Ghana
Tel: +233596041176
Email: [email protected]

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