International students - Ghana

Welcome to the University of Stirling in the heart of Scotland, UK. Here you will find lots of useful information for students from Ghana including entry and English language requirements, scholarships and funding information, and where you can meet our representatives in-country.

Entry and English language requirements

See the international qualifications we accept for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Please also check the specific grades and essential subjects required for your chosen course by checking our individual course pages.

If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence of your English language skills. For a complete list of the English language qualifications we accept, including where we are able to waive an English condition based on certain local qualifications, please see our English Language requirements.

Undergraduate

High school leavers with WAEC (West Africa Examinations Council)/WASSCE (West African Senior School Certificate Examination) are eligible to apply for direct entry to the University if they have a minimum of 5 grades at B or above, and no grade below C. Where there are individual subject requirements, applicants must have a minimum B in that subject or equivalent. Find out more about our Foundation and pathway options. (Updated 9 November 2022) 

We also welcome applications from students who have completed one year of university study.

Postgraduate

We welcome applications from Ghanaian applicants holding a minimum 2.2 degree from a recognised university (CGPA 2.5/4, C+, 65%). Applicants from institutions affiliated to Ghanaian universities may be asked to achieve a higher standard for entry

Scholarships

We have several excellent scholarship opportunities that are available to students from Ghana.

Undergraduate

See more undergraduate scholarships

Postgraduate

See more postgraduate scholarships

Get in touch

University representative

Get in touch with our international recruitment team for any questions you have about studying at Stirling:

Claire Grant
International Recruitment Manager (Africa)
claire.grant@stir.ac.uk
+44 (0) 1786 466030

Lily Perez-Nwosu
West Africa Manager
lily.perez-nwosu@stir.ac.uk
+234 913 916 5519

Agents

We work with the following approved representatives in Ghana who can help you apply and enrol on your chosen course. Some agents may charge for provision of services so please check this directly with the agent.

 

Chat to our students

No one knows more about life at Stirling than our students! Whether you’re thinking about coming to university or are starting at Stirling you can chat to one of our friendly buddies about any aspects of student life such as accommodation, nightlife, the best places to eat and drink, and what’s on in Stirling.

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Events

Meet us in your country/region

The University of Stirling regularly travels to Ghana attending recruitment events, and visiting schools and colleges. Forthcoming trips are listed below. If there are no trips scheduled to take place, please contact us for more information.

Webinars

Join one of our webinars or live chats for to find out more about studying at the University of Stirling.

Student stories

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Evans Boamah
Evans Boamah
Ghana
MSc Investment Analysis
The enormous level of support and guidance from course staff, as well as the excellent teaching facilities, undoubtedly added to my experience at Stirling.
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Frank Darkwah Amponsah
Frank Darkwah Amponsah
Ghana
MSc Finance
I gained skills and experience in the finance course and particularly enjoyed the practical offerings during the Amplify Trading Boot Camp and the Student Managed Investment Fund pitch events.
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International student arrival information

There’s a lot to think about before you travel and when you arrive. Here you’ll find essential information to help you prepare for your move.

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African and Caribbean Society

Enlightening, Educating, Empowering. Those are the things the African and Caribbean Society focus on. The group hold various events throughout the year.