Undergraduate Programmes – University of Environment and Sustainable Development
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Undergraduate Programmes – University of Environment and Sustainable Development
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B.Sc. Environmental and Sustainability Science
The programme seeks to attract holders of all secondary and post-secondary education certificates (see details below) who meet the admission requirements. Enrolment will be opened to both local and foreign nationals.
Admission requirements are as follows:
SSSCE
Credit Passes in three (3) core English, core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies and any three elective subjects which should include at least one of the following: Economics; Geography; Mathematics; Biology; Chemistry, Physics and General Agriculture with aggregate score of 24 or better.
WASSCE Applicants
At least a credit in core English, core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies and any three elective subjects which should include at least one of the following: Economics; Geography; Mathematics; Biology; Chemistry Physics; Horticulture, Animal Husbandry and Crop Science with an aggregate score of 36 or better.
A LEVEL Certificate Applicants
Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Besides, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects (or its equivalent) including English Language, Mathematics and a science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject (for science students).. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained.
General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) Holders
Applicants must obtain passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics plus any three elective subjects would be eligible for admission into level 100.
Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) Holders
Applicants with full Diploma in ABCE must have credit passes in five (5) subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination, SSSCE or WASSCE. Applicants may be considered for admission at Level 200 of a degree programme.
HND/Diploma Applicants
HND Second Class (Upper and Lower Division) holders with relevant background may be admitted in Third Year of the programme after passing an interview, while HND First Class may be considered for admission without an interview. Two year Diploma (Second Class) holders may be admitted into second year while three years Diploma with distinction may be admitted into third year of the programme without interview.
Mature Applicants
Mature Applicants must have attained the age of 25years or above with passes in SSSCE/WASSCE/O’Level Mathematics and English and/or relevant working experience, and must also pass a written examination and interview conducted by the School.
Foreign Students
Foreign students may be admitted on the basis of qualification from their home country for which the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) shall determine equivalence. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.
Job Prospect
There are a number of employment opportunities from the public and private sector institutions, Development partners, financial institutions as well as entrepreneur who may emerge from the programme. Some of these institutions have been broadly provided to include:
Education and Research Institutions
Universities and Colleges
Research Institutions (CSIR)
International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
Private Research Institutions
Ministries
Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation
Ministry of Agriculture
Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
Ministry of Health
Agencies
Environmental Protection Agency
International Development Agencies
Ghana Standard Authority
Food and Drugs Authority
Local Government Service
Industries
Mining and Oil Companies
Water Companies
Development Authorities
Environmental Consultancies
Waste Management Companies and Service Providers
CSO’s
Policy and Advocacy Firms
NGOs
Environmental Services Providers Association (ESPA)
CBOs
Programmes / Entry Requirement / Job Prospects
BSc. Geography and Earth Science
B.Sc. Energy and Resource Economics
BSc. Environment and Public Health
B.Sc. Sustainable Development
BSc. Water Resources Development
B.Sc. Biological and Mathematical Sciences
B.Sc. Chemistry and Biological Sciences
B.Sc. Energy Sustainability
BSc. Mathematics
B.Sc. Environmental and Sustainability Science
BSc. Nature Conservation Management
BSc. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
BSc. Aquaculture Management
BSc Chemistry and Mathematical Sciences
BSc. Physics and Mathematics
BSc Physics and Biological Sciences
BSc. Chemistry and Physics
BSc. Environmental Economics and Policy
BSc. Urban Planning and Development
BSc. Sustainable Construction Management and Technology
BSc. Geoscience
B.Sc. Architecture and Sustainable Design
B.Sc. Development Economics
B.Sc. Statistics
B.Sc. Economics
B.Sc. Fisheries Economics and Management
B.SC. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
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UESD ACT 898
UESD 2020-2023
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Management Members
Vice Chancellor’s Office
Welcome Message
Profile
Vice-Chancellor’s Secretariat
Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor
Welcome Message
Profile
Graduate Desk
Registrar’s Office
Welcome Message
Profile
Registrar’s Office
Deputy Registrar
Legal Desk
Council Secretariat / Nkabom Project
Academics
Dean of Students Affairs
UESD Library
Schools
School of Natural and Environmental Sciences
School of Sustainable Development (SSD)
Department of Built Environment
Fees Schedule
Schedule of Fees
Academic Calendar
Admissions
Prospective Students
How to Apply
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Admission Requirements
Postgraduate Programmes
Undergraduate Programmes
Programme Accreditation
Scholarships
FAQ
International Admissions
Admissions Portal
Apply Online
Research
RICU
ToolingUp
Publications
SSD Research Abstracts
SNES Research Abstracts
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Students
Housing & Accommodation
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Directorates
Directorate of Information Technology Systems and Operations
Directorate of Finance
Directorate of Internal Audit
Directorate of Physical Development and Estate Management
Departments / Divisions / Units
Admissions Unit
Academic Affairs Division
Students Records Unit
Administration Division
Administration Division
General Administration
Procurement
Examinations Unit
Research, Innovation and Consultancy Unit
Services Division
Proofreading Unit
Community Engagement, Projects & Innovations
University Relations Office (URO)
Human Resource Division
Academic Planning and Quality Assurance Unit
Lecturers Profile
Staff Document
UESD Strategic Plan
ICT Policy
Contact:+233 (0) 200955020 | +233 (0) 598872565
Proofreading Unit
Students Portal
E-Learning
Library
Apply Online
Undergraduate Programmes
B.Sc. Environmental and Sustainability Science
The programme seeks to attract holders of all secondary and post-secondary education certificates (see details below) who meet the admission requirements. Enrolment will be opened to both local and foreign nationals.
Admission requirements are as follows:
SSSCE
Credit Passes in three (3) core English, core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies and any three elective subjects which should include at least one of the following: Economics; Geography; Mathematics; Biology; Chemistry, Physics and General Agriculture with aggregate score of 24 or better.
WASSCE Applicants
At least a credit in core English, core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies and any three elective subjects which should include at least one of the following: Economics; Geography; Mathematics; Biology; Chemistry Physics; Horticulture, Animal Husbandry and Crop Science with an aggregate score of 36 or better.
A LEVEL Certificate Applicants
Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Besides, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects (or its equivalent) including English Language, Mathematics and a science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject (for science students).. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained.
General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) Holders
Applicants must obtain passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics plus any three elective subjects would be eligible for admission into level 100.
Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) Holders
Applicants with full Diploma in ABCE must have credit passes in five (5) subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination, SSSCE or WASSCE. Applicants may be considered for admission at Level 200 of a degree programme.
HND/Diploma Applicants
HND Second Class (Upper and Lower Division) holders with relevant background may be admitted in Third Year of the programme after passing an interview, while HND First Class may be considered for admission without an interview. Two year Diploma (Second Class) holders may be admitted into second year while three years Diploma with distinction may be admitted into third year of the programme without interview.
Mature Applicants
Mature Applicants must have attained the age of 25years or above with passes in SSSCE/WASSCE/O’Level Mathematics and English and/or relevant working experience, and must also pass a written examination and interview conducted by the School.
Foreign Students
Foreign students may be admitted on the basis of qualification from their home country for which the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) shall determine equivalence. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.
Job Prospect
There are a number of employment opportunities from the public and private sector institutions, Development partners, financial institutions as well as entrepreneur who may emerge from the programme. Some of these institutions have been broadly provided to include:
Education and Research Institutions
Universities and Colleges
Research Institutions (CSIR)
International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
Private Research Institutions
Ministries
Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation
Ministry of Agriculture
Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
Ministry of Health
Agencies
Environmental Protection Agency
International Development Agencies
Ghana Standard Authority
Food and Drugs Authority
Local Government Service
Industries
Mining and Oil Companies
Water Companies
Development Authorities
Environmental Consultancies
Waste Management Companies and Service Providers
CSO’s
Policy and Advocacy Firms
NGOs
Environmental Services Providers Association (ESPA)
CBOs
Programmes / Entry Requirement / Job Prospects
BSc. Geography and Earth Science
B.Sc. Energy and Resource Economics
BSc. Environment and Public Health
B.Sc. Sustainable Development
BSc. Water Resources Development
B.Sc. Biological and Mathematical Sciences
B.Sc. Chemistry and Biological Sciences
B.Sc. Energy Sustainability
BSc. Mathematics
B.Sc. Environmental and Sustainability Science
BSc. Nature Conservation Management
BSc. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
BSc. Aquaculture Management
BSc Chemistry and Mathematical Sciences
BSc. Physics and Mathematics
BSc Physics and Biological Sciences
BSc. Chemistry and Physics
BSc. Environmental Economics and Policy
BSc. Urban Planning and Development
BSc. Sustainable Construction Management and Technology
BSc. Geoscience
B.Sc. Architecture and Sustainable Design
B.Sc. Development Economics
B.Sc. Statistics
B.Sc. Economics
B.Sc. Fisheries Economics and Management
B.SC. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT