Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics (Health Statistics)
About this programme
The Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics (Health Statistics) programme is aimed at training students to acquire skills of collecting, retrieving, analysing, interpreting, and managing data to draw appropriate conclusions on general health issues in the country and beyond for effective planning and development.
Entry requirements
To be admitted into BSc Applied Statistics (Health Statistics) programme, a candidate must, satisfy the minimum University and the Department of Statistical Sciences entry requirements. WASSCE/SSSCE Holders who have credits (A1-C6/A-D Respectively) in the following Three (3) Core Subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science plus credits (A1-C6/ A-D) in Two Elective Subjects and a pass in any of these subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Biology or Elective Mathematics with an Aggregate Score of 24 or better in the relevant Area of Study (including Agricultural Science or General Science or General Arts with Geography and Economics options or Business with Elective Mathematics option). MATURE STUDENTS who have attained the age of 25 years or above at the time of Application and have credits in Five GCE ‘O Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics, in addition to passing an Entrance Examination and /or Interview. ADVANCED LEVEL Holders with credits in at least Five subjects at the GCE ‘O’ Level (or its equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics, plus at least two passes in the relevant subjects at the Advanced Level obtained in Five years and above. HND (First Class or Second-Class Division) In Statistics or related area with a minimum of two years working experience will be admitted to third year (i.e. 5th Semester). Candidates with Pass will have to attend an interview. Other Diploma qualifications relevant to the programme may be similarly considered and be admitted to second year (i.e., 3rd Semester). All Foreign Applicants must provide their certificates which shall be referred to Ghana Tertiary Education Council (GTEC) for determination of equivalences and eligibility for admission to tertiary institutions in Ghana (National Accreditation Board) Act, 2007 {Act 744 (2(2b)}).