Doctor of Pharmacy at University of Health and Allied Sciences

Programme overview

The Doctor of Pharmacy is a supervised research doctorate in the School of Pharmacy. Candidates produce an original thesis that makes a significant contribution to knowledge, supported by doctoral seminars, research methods training and faculty mentorship over 6 years.

College: Ho Campus | School: School of Pharmacy | Duration: 6 years | Location: Ho, Ghana

What you will study

Doctoral seminars and research methods training lead into supervised research and an original thesis. Confirm the current supervision areas on the official catalogue before you apply.

Career pathways

Community and hospital pharmacy, clinical pharmacy, regulation, industry and supply chain management.

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 6,573 a year (2025/2026). Provisional school fees, School of Pharmacy (PharmD), regular, level 100 (first year). Fee-paying track: GHS 8,711.28 a year. Source

International applicants: USD 5,355 a year (2025/2026). Foreign student fee, School of Pharmacy (PharmD), level 100 (first year). Single foreign figure published. 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: 6 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 Doctor of Pharmacy, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
Track the portal for shortlisting and offer letters.

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