Ghana

Bath Spa University welcomes students from Ghana.

This information is especially for students from Ghana who want to study at Bath Spa University. You will find information on general entry requirements, tuition fees and living costs, visa requirements and sources of information in your country.

Academic requirements

All applications are reviewed individually. These entry requirements are general guidelines only and may be subject to change.
Some programmes may have specific requirements, for example: advanced study of a specific subject; review of a portfolio; previous work experience. Please read the individual course pages for details.

Undergraduate
* SSCE/WASSCE plus successful completion of a recognised foundation year
* SSCE/WASSCE plus first year of recognised university degree
* Normally holders of a West Africa Higher School Certificate
* Normally holders of a OND or HND from a recognised Ghanaian University of Higher Education institution
* 280 - 360 UCAS tariff points
* Other international qualifications to equivalent standard

Postgraduate Taught
* Normally a first or upper second class honours degree
* Other international qualifications to equivalent standard

Postgraduate Research
Please contact Bath Spa University Research

English language requirements

For students whose first language is not English, go to English language requirements for a list of recognised qualifications.

Tuition fees and living costs

To study in the UK you must have the required finances for your tuition fees and living costs.
Tuition fees
Students from Ghana would normally pay international tuition fees.
For information go to International Fees and Funding
Living costs
Living costs, sometimes called maintenance, include accommodation, food, clothes, books, socialising and travel in the UK. Estimated living costs for an international student on a degree course are £7,200 per nine month academic year, (£800 per month), or £9,600 for a full year. These figures are approximate and vary with different lifestyles. For information on international student budgeting the UK Council of International Students support the International Student Calculator

Visa requirements

Students from Ghana would normally require a visa for studying in the UK.
For information go to UK Border Agency

Bath Spa University in your country

Bath Spa University staff visit different countries throughout the year to meet students, parents and families so you can personally learn more about the university. To find out when Bath Spa University staff are visiting your country go to Visits to your Country.  You can also get advice from the British Council in your country.

We look forward to welcoming students from Ghana to Bath Spa University!