BA Geography and Urban Studies at Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies

Programme overview

The BA Geography and Urban Studies is a 4 years programme in the Faculty of Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS), delivered full time on the Wa campus. Foundations in the early years lead to specialist modules, practical work, research methods and a final year project. Confirm the current structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

College: UBIDS | School: Faculty of Integrated Development Studies | Duration: 4 years | Location: Wa, Ghana

What you will study

Foundations lead into core modules, practical work, research methods and a final project or dissertation. Confirm the current course structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

Career pathways

Public and private sector graduate roles, NGOs and international organisations, plus postgraduate and professional qualifications.

Official programme catalogue.

Application information

WASSCE / SSSCE

Credit passes (A1 to C6 WASSCE, A to D SSSCE) in English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies, plus three relevant electives. A Levels, IB and mature routes are considered with equivalent qualifications.

Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission. Competitive programmes set higher cut offs each year.

View official requirements

Domestic applicants: GHS 2,641 a year (2026/2027). Undergraduate Freshers total university charges (AFUF + other charges + professional training levy), FIDS/FSSA. Approved fees, Ghana cedis. Source

Fees are published yearly by the university and vary by college, regular versus fee paying routes and Ghanaian versus international status. Budget additionally for residential charges, practical levies and field trips where applicable.

Admissions portal | Official website.

Main intake: September each academic year. Duration: 4 years.

Confirm live deadlines on the admissions portal before you submit documents.

Check deadlines.

Check the entry requirements and cut off for your route.
Create an applicant profile on the admissions portal and buy the application voucher.
Select BA Geography and Urban Studies, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
Track the portal for shortlisting and offer letters.

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