Our students learn to examine the world around them, communicate what they know, and persuade others to their point of view. By their fourth year, our students are prepared for a variety of careers not limited to public relations, broadcast media, government, marketing, sales, social media, law, health, academia. Graduates from AUCC are hailed both locally and globally for their creative excellence in their various field of endeavour.
The African University College of Communications also has a top notch business school, Sam Jonah School of Business, to give you the best foundation and knowledge making you competitive in today’s business and entrepreneur world.
Ensure that you have read about the various tracks below and make your enrolment decision with sureness and passion. Connect with us online or in person, visit our campus or see the steps below to apply.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
The University College admits all qualified students without any reference to race or ethnic origin, religious or political orientation, or nationality. The following categories of candidates are considered for admission to first degree programmes in the University College.
Applicants with WASSCE must obtain a minimum of six credit passes (C6) in six subjects (3 core, 3 electives). A pass will therefore not be accepted any more as a basis for admission.
The minimum aggregate score of 24 for SSSCE applicants will be maintained. Applicants must obtain at least a D (4) in six subjects.
2. GCE ‘O’ and ‘A’ Levels:
Admission requirements for African University College of Communications for Applicants with ´O´ or ´A´ Levels must have Grade 6 or better in five (5) ´O´ level subjects including English, Math and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for Science students. In addition, they must have passes in 3 subjects, one of the passes should be Grade D or better at the ´A´ Levels.
3. International Students:
Admission requirements for African University College of Communications for International students with qualifications equivalent to those mentioned above (1-2) may be considered for admission. They must also show evidence of proficiency in English. This includes applicants holding Baccalaureate (IB), IGCSE, GCSE and other external qualifications which have equivalences to the SSSCE, WASSCE and the GCE..
4. Mature Candidates:
Must be Ghanaian nationals and not be less than 27 years old and must take and pass a mature candidates qualifying examination and interview.
5. Other qualifications:
Holders of University of Ghana Diploma or its equivalent, with Final Grade Point Average (FGPA) of 3.25 or better, eligible to apply to the same area of study. Holders of Diplomas in other areas of study must have distinction.
6. Candidates in possession of a Diploma:
Applicants must have graduated with a good HND certificate (ie at least 2nd class Lower Division). In addition the applicants must have acquired a 2 year post – HND qualification working experience. AUCC follows University of Ghana’s practice with regard to entry levels for HND applicants. Other Diploma qualifications from elsewhere assessed to be equivalent to HND may be similarly considered.
The above are the minimum Admission requirements for African University College of Communications