School of Engineering Sciences • CBAS

Undergraduate Admissions

Join the University of Ghana’s premier engineering department. Explore official cut-off aggregates, candidate pathways, step-by-step application procedures, and industrial career prospects in Food Process Engineering.

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Entry Thresholds

Official Cut-Off Aggregates

Annual selection benchmarks for direct admission into the B.Sc. Food Process Engineering degree.

Regular Scheme First Choice Selection

Aggregate 12

Government-Subsidized Admissions

Maximum competitive cut-off aggregate required for Ghanaian high school leavers applying through the regular admissions quota.

Fee-Paying Scheme Self-Sponsored

Aggregate 15

Full Fee-Paying Admissions

Cut-off aggregate threshold for self-sponsored candidates seeking direct entry into the four-year engineering curriculum.

Candidate Requirements

Admission Pathways & Subject Criteria

Find the specific entry requirements matching your academic background.

Direct Entry (Level 100)

WASSCE & SSSCE Leavers

Core Subjects: Credits (A1–C6 in WASSCE / A–D in SSSCE) in English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Science: Credits in Elective Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Biology is accepted as an approved supporting science subject.

4-Year Full-Time B.Sc.

Advanced Entry (Level 200/300)

Diploma & HND Candidates

Eligible Disciplines: Higher National Diploma in Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.

Grade Threshold: At least Second Class Upper division from an accredited technical university or polytechnic for direct credit waiver.

Accelerated 2–3 Year Path

Global Applicants

International Systems

Accepted Systems: Cambridge International GCE A-Levels (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry), International Baccalaureate (IB), or French Baccalaureat (Series C / D / S).

GTEC Evaluation: Foreign credentials undergo official equivalency translation to establish matching aggregate placement.

International Student Support

How to Apply

Application Roadmap

Four simple steps to complete your undergraduate registration at the University of Ghana.

Purchase E-Voucher

Acquire an official UG Undergraduate Application e-voucher at partner banks (Ecobank, GCB, CBG, Zenith) or via official mobile money USSD.

Access Portal

Visit the official UG Admissions portal, enter your Serial Number and PIN, and select Food Process Engineering as your First Choice.

Submit Documents

Upload certified high school examination results, birth certification, and verified transcripts (for Diploma and HND candidates).

Admission Offer

Track your admission status online. Once selected, download your official admission letter and proceed with semester orientation.

Industry Impact

Career Horizons for B.Sc. Graduates

Our alumni lead manufacturing, innovation, and food safety across Africa and globally.

Food Process Engineer

Design, scale, and optimize processing lines, continuous thermal machinery, and automated food packaging equipment.

Quality Assurance Lead

Oversee ISO 22000, HACCP standards, food chemistry validation, and statutory regulatory compliance with FDA.

R&D Product Innovator

Formulate shelf-stable nutritious food formulations, active bio-packaging, and value-added agro-products.

Plant & Supply Operations

Direct commercial factory unit operations, cold chain logistics, raw ingredient sourcing, and industrial hygiene.

Admissions Open • Academic Year 2025/2026

Ready to Begin Your Engineering Journey at UG?

Take the first step toward becoming a world-class Food Process Engineer. Submit your application through the official University of Ghana admissions system or inspect our accredited course syllabus.

Apply Online via UG Portal → View B.Sc. Course Catalogue