BA Communication Studies at University of Professional Studies, Accra

Programme overview

The BA Communication Studies is a 4 years programme in the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Studies (UPSA), delivered full time on the Legon 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: UPSA | School: Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Studies | Duration: 4 years | Location: Legon, Accra, 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

Media houses, creative industries, cultural institutions, arts education and postgraduate study.

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 5,635 a year (2026/2027). Academic Facility User Fees GHS 4,975 (Regular, Evening & Weekend) + Mandatory levies GHS 660 (medical 180, sports 20, hostel fund 10, SRC 60, faculty 40, hall 30, chest X-ray 200, online teaching 120) included. Source

International applicants: USD 2,000 a year (2026/2027). Academic Facility Subsidized Fees, undergraduate. Miscellaneous charges (GHS 660) are payable in cedis on top. 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 Communication Studies, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
Track the portal for shortlisting and offer letters.

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