SDD UBIDS Entry Requirements for 2025/2026

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SDD UBIDS Entry Requirements for 2025/2026

Welcome to the UBIDS Entry Requirements page for 2025/2026. You will see on this page the Admission Requirements needed for applicants to qualify for 2025/2026 Admission.

Securing admission to Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies  is a significant milestone in your educational journey. The UBIDS open doors to a world of knowledge, personal growth, and future opportunities. However, the process of applying to the university can be daunting. The UBIDS has its own unique set of admission requirements. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the key components of  UBIDS Admission Requirements and also provide aspiring students with a roadmap to success.

The UBIDS is one of the best universities in Ghana. The University offers many programmes to train students to become great professionals and leaders in the future. Each programme offered at UBIDS has specific requirements that prospective students are required to meet to guarantee their chance of gaining admission.

Before one can get admission to read their preferred course, you have to meet the requirements for that course. The Admission Office of the UBIDS has announced the available Courses and their requirements for 2025/2026 UBIDS Admission.

Candidates may be interested to check out the following info:

1. UBIDS Courses

2. UBIDS Fees

3. UBIDS Application Deadline

4. UBIDS Online Aplication

Comprehensive Guide of the UBIDS Admission Requirements

1. Entry Requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE Holders

WASSCE or SSSCE holders who seek to apply for admission into our Undergraduate Programmes must have at least C6 or D in all their three Core and Elective subjects. Candidates should therefore possess, at least, credit passes in the following:

  • Three core subjects (English Language, Mathematics (core) and Integrated Science/ Social Studies.

 

  • Any three elective subjects such as Economics, Geography, Government, History, Literature in English, Christian Religious Studies, Cost Accounting, Business Management, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry among others
  • Should have an aggregate score of 36 or better of the best six subjects (three core and three elective)
  • For non–science students, a grade in Social Studies maybe used in place of the grade in Integrated Science in the calculation of their aggregates if the Social Studies grade is better than the grade in Integrated Science. This is however on condition that the candidate has at least a pass in Integrated Science.

 

For Science students, however, Social Studies (core) does not replace Integrated Science (core) in the calculation of candidates’ aggregates.

Post-degree Bachelor of Laws (LLB) applicants

  • Candidates seeking admission to 3-years LLB must have a good first degree with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) from an accredited University/Institution.

2. Entry Requirements for Mature applicants

  • Candidates must be at least 25 years of age and must show documentary evidence.
  • In addition, must have any of the following:

  • Five G.C.E. “O” Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and General Science; and

  • SSSCE/WASSCE, passes in core English Language, Mathematics and/Integrated Science/Social Studies as well as two Elective science subjects including Mathematics (Elective).

    HND and other Diploma applicants seeking admission into Degree programmes should possess at least a:

  • Second Class Lower or better in related programmes, who may be admitted into Level 200.

  • Third Class or pass shall be considered for admission into Level 100.

  • Must pass a competitive examination and/or selection interview to be conducted by the university

    3. Entry Requirements for Diploma Programmes

    To be admitted into a diploma programme, three credits passes in the applicant’s area of specialization (elective subjects) and at least two passes (D7, D or better) in English Language and Mathematics in WASSCE/SSSCE are required. Any candidate without a pass in English Language, Mathematics (core) or both should not apply for the Diploma programmes.

    Certificate Applicants

    Certificate applicants seeking admission to Diploma in Population and Family Health must have obtained a certificate in public health, environmental health, Nurse Assistant Preventive (community health nursing), Health Assistant Clinical, Health Records Management and related health programmes from any accredited health training institution in Ghana

    4. Entry Requirements for Certificate Applicants

To be admitted into Certificate in Child Protection Programme, applicant must have five (5) passes including English Language and Mathematics in West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or West African Examination Council Ordinary Level Certificate (‘O’ Level Certificate) or their equivalent.

Candidates seeking admission into Certificate in Social and Behaviour Change Communication: primary target of the programme is working class people in public and private sectors who desire to acquire knowledge and skills in Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBBC) to enhance their work. Other qualifications are, applicant must have five (5) passes including English Language and Mathematics in West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or West African Examination Council Ordinary Level Certificate (‘O’ Level Certificate) or their equivalent. Background in media and communication related field as well as experience in community development is an added advantage.

5. Entry Requirements for Graduate Programmes (PhD)

 

A candidate seeking admission to pursue any of our PhD Programmes must:

  • Have an MPhil/MSc./MBA/MA Degree in the relevant field from a recognized University.

  • Submit an official Transcript of academic records, certificates and other relevant documents.

  • Include a short proposal on the applicant’s research interest.

  • Must pass a selection interview to be conducted by the university

    6. Entry Requirements for Postgraduate Programmes (Masters-Msc, MPhil, MA)

Applicants who want to pursue our MPhil/MSc. Programmes must also: :

  • Have obtained a good first degree, at least second Class Lower, in the relevant field of study from a recognized University or Tertiary Institution.

 

  • Submit an official Transcript of academic records and other relevant documents.
  • Include a short proposal on the applicant’s research interest.
  • Must pass a selection interview to be conducted by the university
Conclusion:

Navigating the Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies Admission Requirements requires thorough commitment, carefulness preparation, and attention to detail. Understanding the specific requirements for specific Courses, applicants need to have good academic transcripts, entrance examinations, language proficiency (for foreign students), and additional requirements in terms of documentation, is essential for a successful application. By applicants equipping themselves with this knowledge, they can confidently embark on their journey towards higher education at University of Ghana.