Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy at University of Ghana

Respiratory Therapy is an allied health profession devoted to the scientific application of technology in order to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, management and care of patients with cardiopulmonary and associated disorders. In the hospital setting, the respiratory therapist provides care and life support to patients in the emergency room, intensive care units, general hospital areas, and other specialty areas such as rehabilitation. They also provide emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning or shock. They may be employed in non- hospital environments as well. Patients receiving care from a respiratory therapist range in age from the premature infant to geriatrics. The respiratory therapist is also involved in the diagnostic testing of infants, children and adults with underlying medical concerns including disease and sleep disorders.

College: College of Health Sciences  |  School: School of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Location: Legon, Accra (Ghana)

What you will study

First-year foundations lead into core disciplinary modules, practicals/studio/clinical work, research methods and a final-year project or dissertation. Exact course codes vary by academic year, confirm the current structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

Career pathways

Graduate roles in the public and private sectors, NGOs and international organisations, plus postgraduate and professional qualifications in this field. Confirm graduate destinations with the faculty office.

Visit the School of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences page · UG programme catalogue.