Ghana's Premier Liberal Arts University for Ethical Leadership
Ashesi University is Ghana's premier private, non-profit liberal arts university. Located in Berekuso, its mission is to educate a new generation of ethical, entrepreneurial leaders in Africa. Ashesi is globally recognized for its high academic standards, focus on critical thinking, and its unique holistic admissions process that looks beyond just grades.
Rigorous programs combining technical skills with critical thinking and leadership development
No cut-off points - we evaluate your entire profile including essays, leadership, and character
Graduates are highly sought after by top employers across Africa and globally
Important: You can combine results from multiple sittings (WASSCE May/June and Nov/Dec) to calculate your best aggregate.
Unlike other universities, Ashesi has NO cut-off aggregate. A student with aggregate 6 is not guaranteed admission, and a student with aggregate 15 may be admitted. We look at your entire application: grades, essays, leadership potential, extracurricular activities, and character. Your grades get you in the door, but your essays and character get you the offer.
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Applies engineering principles to biological systems to solve problems in medicine, food production, and the environment.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science), plus Elective Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics or Biology.
Biomedical Engineer, Food Process Engineer, Pharmaceutical Engineer, Genetic Engineer.
Blends hardware architecture and software development to create robust computing systems, from microprocessors to network infrastructure.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science), plus Elective Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
Hardware Engineer, Network Architect, Systems Engineer, Embedded Systems Developer, IT Consultant.
A broad field focused on the design and application of electrical power systems, electronic circuits, and communications technology.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science), plus Elective Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
Electrical Engineer (Power/Energy), Electronics Designer, Control Systems Engineer, Telecommunications Engineer.
A foundational engineering discipline focused on the design, manufacturing, analysis, and maintenance of thermal and mechanical systems, machines, and engines.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science), plus Elective Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
Mechanical Engineer (Manufacturing/Mining), Maintenance Engineer, Automotive Engineer, HVAC Engineer, Plant Manager.
A cutting-edge field combining Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer Engineering to design and build smart products and automated systems (e.g., robotics, automated assembly lines).
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science), plus Elective Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
Robotics Engineer, Automation Engineer, AI/Machine Learning Engineer, Mechatronics Specialist, Control Systems Engineer.
A core science degree focusing on the theory of computation, designing algorithms, programming, and developing high-performance software systems.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science), plus Elective Mathematics and any two other electives (Physics/Chemistry are recommended).
Software Developer, Systems Analyst, IT Consultant, Database Administrator, Cybersecurity Analyst.
Bridges the gap between technology and management, training graduates to design and implement IT systems that help managers make business decisions.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies), plus credit passes in any three (3) elective subjects.
IT Business Analyst, MIS Manager, Systems Integrator, Project Manager (IT), IT Consultant.
A broad-based programme providing strong foundational knowledge in all core business areas, including management principles, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies), plus credit passes in any three (3) elective subjects.
Management Trainee, Administrative Officer, Sales Executive, General Business Consultant, HR Officer.
Focuses on economic theory, policy analysis, and quantitative methods to understand market and resource allocation.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies), plus Elective Mathematics and any two (2) other electives.
Economist, Policy Analyst (Ministry of Finance, Bank of Ghana), Financial Analyst, Market Researcher.
A unique 4-year law degree that integrates the study of law with policy analysis, preparing graduates to understand how laws are made and their impact on society.
Credit passes in Core Subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies), plus credit passes in any three (3) elective subjects.
Lawyer (after Law School), Policy Analyst, Corporate Counsel, Legal Researcher, Public Sector Administrator.
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