BA Development and Environmental Studies at Wisconsin International University College

Programme overview

The BA Development and Environmental Studies is a 4 years programme in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (Wisconsin), delivered full time on the North 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: Wisconsin | School: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 4 years | Location: North 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

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 7,500 a year (2026/2027). Bachelor of Arts in Development and Environmental Studies, Accra campus local freshers: GHS 3,750 per semester x 2 semesters (calendar) = GHS 7,500. Continuing students pay less. Source

International applicants: USD 3,162 a year (2026/2027). Bachelor of Arts in Development and Environmental Studies, Accra campus international freshers: USD 1,581 per semester x 2 semesters (calendar) = USD 3,162. 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 Development and Environmental Studies, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
Track the portal for shortlisting and offer letters.

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