• Why can’t I study abroad in Levels 100 and 400?
    You need a two-semesters’ transcripts to be eligible to study abroad. In other words, you must have completed at least one full academic year at the University of Ghana. Your two semesters in Level 100 would provide these transcripts. In Level 400, you can only go on a study abroad programme in the first semester because you would have to complete your course work in the second semester before graduating.
  • How long can I study abroad?
    Study Abroad programs are usually one semester. However, it can be extended to two-semesters.
  • Do I have to speak a second language to study abroad?
    You do not necessarily need a second language to study abroad. Most partners of the University of Ghana are English speaking universities.
  • Do I need to defer the semester for an exchange programme?
    You need a two-semesters’ transcripts to be eligible to study abroad. In other words, you must have completed at least one full academic year at the University of Ghana. Your two semesters in Level 100 would provide these transcripts. In Level 400, you can only go on a study abroad programme in the first semester because you would have to complete your course work in the second semester before graduating.
  • Can I work whiles studying abroad?
    The main reason why you go abroad is to study. We do not encourage students to work whiles on exchange programmes.