Undergraduate Admissions

Overview

The Department of Philosophy and Classics provides scholarly training in analytic literacy and in the history of ideas. The philosophical component of this training is geared towards students‘ reclaiming their indigenous ideals and insights, appreciating the variety of intellectual heritages at their disposal and enhancing the rational quality of their lives. The classical studies component is a sustained reflection upon records of civilisations and cultures since antiquity. Based on this, our goal is to explore the historical antecedents as well as the conceptual foundations of modern day politics, sciences, architectonics, artistry, literary expression, economic systems, self reference, and social dynamics.

 

LEVEL 100

All courses at level 100 are compulsory for all students in Philosophy and Classics

First Semester

Course Code Course Title Credits

Choose any two UGRC

courses = 6 credits

UGRC 110 Academic Writing I 3

UGRC 120 Numeracy Skills 3

UGRC 141-146 Science and Technology in Our Lives 3

UGRC 150 Critical Thinking and Practical Reasoning 3

PHCL 101 Civilisations of the Ancient World 3

Other subjects 2 Courses from 2 other assigned Depts 6

Minimum credits required 15

 

Second Semester

Course code Course title Credits

Choose another two

UGRC courses= 6 credits

UGRC 110 Academic Writing I 3

UGRC 120 Numeracy Skills 3

UGRC 141-146 Science and Technology in Our Lives 3

UGRC 150 Critical Thinking and Practical Reasoning 3

PHCL 102 Philosophical Questions 3

Other subjects 2 Courses from 2 other assigned Depts 6

Minimum credits required 15

 

 

LEVEL 200

All courses at the 200 level are compulsory for all students in Philosophy and Classics

First Semester

Course Code Course Title Credits

Choose either UGRC 210

-or- UGRC 220-238 = 3

credits

UGRC 210 Academic Writing II 3

UGRC 220-238 Introduction to African Studies 3

PHCL 201 Problems of Philosophy 3

PHCL 203 Outlines of Graeco-Roman Civilisations 3

Other subjects 2 Courses from the other assigned Dept 6

Minimum credits required 15

 

 

Second Semester

Course code Course title Credits

Choose the other of

UGRC 210 -or- UGRC

220-238 = 3 credits

UGRC 210 Academic Writing II 3

UGRC 220-238 Introduction to African Studies 3

PHCL 202 Outlines of Graeco-Roman Literatures 3

PHCL 204 Elements of Formal Logic 3

Other subjects 2 Courses from the other assigned Dept 6

Minimum credits required 15

 

 

LEVEL 300 COURSES

Major: At least four cores (12 credits) by the end of the year

 

Combined: At least four cores (12 credits) by the end of the year

 

Minor: At least two cores (6 credits) by the end of year with

Pre-requisites: all 100 level & 200 level courses

300 Level Core

 

A student may concentrate either in Classics or in Philosophy by doing all the core courses

in only one option. Alternatively, students may choose core courses from both lists.

All students must comply with the University BA requirement to opt for electives from other

departments.

Core courses for Philosophy option

PHIL 301 Deductive Logic

PHIL 302 Socratic Philosophy

PHIL 303 Moral Philosophy

PHIL 304 Social and Political Philosophy

Core courses for Classics option

CLAS 301 Presocratic Philosophy

CLAS 302 Socratic Philosophy

CLAS 303 Greek Epic and Drama

CLAS 304 Roman Epic and Drama

 

300 Level Electives

Philosophy option

PHIL 305 Philosophy of Mind

PHIL 306 Empiricism

PHIL 307 Rationalism

PHIL 308 Philosophy of Aristotle

PHIL 309 Philosophy of History

PHIL 310 African Philosophy

PHIL 311 Aesthetics

PHIL 312 Existentialism

PHIL 313 Philosophy of Gender

PHIL 314 Personhood

PHIL 315 Philosophy and Literature

PHIL 316 Philosophy of Education

 

Classics option

CLAS 305 Africa in the Ancient Greek World

CLAS 306 Africa in the Ancient Roman World

CLAS 307 History of the Archaic and Classical Periods

CLAS 308 Slavery in Graeco-Roman Antiquity

CLAS 309 Arts of Government in Ancient Greece

CLAS 311 History of the Hellenistic Period

CLAS 312 Republican Rome

CLAS 313 Hellenistic Philosophy and Science

CLAS 314 The Principate

CLAS 315 Greek Religion

CLAS 316 Roman Religion

CLAS 317 Greek Art and Architecture

CLAS 318 Roman Art and Architecture

CLAS 319 Egypt, Near East, and the Origins of Greek Civilisation

CLAS 321 Gender in Ancient Greece

CLAS 322 Gender in Ancient Rome

CLAS 323 Reading Greek I

CLAS 324 Reading Latin I

CLAS 325 Reading Greek II

CLAS 326 Reading Latin II

CLAS 327 Graeco-Roman Mythology

 

 

LEVEL 400 COURSES

Major: At least four core courses (12 credits) by the end of the year

Combined: At least four core courses (12 credits) by the end of the year

Pre-requisites: All 100, 200 and 300 Level core courses

400 Level Core

A student may concentrate in Classics or in Philosophy by doing all the core courses in the

respective option. Alternatively, students may choose core courses from both lists.

All students must comply with the University BA requirement to opt for electives from other

departments.

 

Core courses for Philosophy option

PHIL 401 The Philosophy of Plato

PHIL 402 Methodology of the Sciences

PHIL 403 Modern Analytic Tradition

PHIL 404 Philosophy and Contemporary African Experience

Core courses for Classics option

CLAS 401 The Philosophy of Plato

CLAS 402 Roman Philosophy and Science

CLAS 403 Greek Literature and Society

CLAS 404 Roman Literature and Society

400 Level Electives Majors: (single) select at least 2 per semester; (combined) select at

least 1 per semester

Philosophy option

PHIL 405 Value Theory

PHIL 406 Theories of Justice

PHIL 407 Philosophy of Kant

PHIL 408 Applied Ethics

PHIL 409 Philosophy of Law

PHIL 410 Further Studies in African Philosophy

PHIL 411 Contemporary Metaphysics

PHIL 412 Philosophy of the Human Sciences

PHIL 413 Phenomenology

PHIL 414 Philosophical Thought of Kwame Nkrumah

PHIL 415 Philosophy of Culture

PHIL 416 Selected Author/Text (in Philosophy)

PHIL 417 Contemporary Issues in Philosophy

PHIL 418 Ethics and International Relations

PHIL 419 Philosophy of Language

PHIL 420 Research Methods

PHIL 421 Philosophy of Development

PHIL 422 Medieval Philosophy

PHIL 423 Topics in Philosophical Logic

PHIL 424 Topics in the Philosophy of Mathematics

PHIL 425 Long Essay

 

Classics option

CLAS 405 Leaders of Ancient Greece

CLAS 406 Leaders of Ancient Rome

CLAS 407 Greek Historiography

CLAS 408 Roman Historiography

CLAS 409 The Sophists

CLAS 410 Themes in Classical Studies

CLAS 411 Law, Individual, and Society in Ancient Greece

CLAS 412 Law, Individual, and Society in Ancient Rome

CLAS 413 Rhetoric in Ancient Greece

CLAS 414 Rhetoric in Ancient Rome

CLAS 415 Reading Greek III

CLAS 416 Reading Latin III

CLAS 417 Reading Greek IV

CLAS 418 Reading Latin IV

CLAS 419 Selected Author/Text

CLAS 420 Research Methods

CLAS 421 Long Essay


 

Career Prospects for Students of Philosophy and Classics

A degree in Philosophy and Classics from the Department of Philosophy and Classics equips students with a unique combination of analytical rigor, historical depth, and cross-cultural understanding. These skills are highly valued across a wide range of professions.

 

Key Transferable Skills You Will Gain:

  • Analytical and critical thinking – evaluating complex arguments and identifying logical flaws
  • Research and interpretation – working with primary texts, historical records, and diverse sources
  • Clear written and oral communication – constructing coherent, evidence-based arguments
  • Ethical reasoning – navigating moral questions and value conflicts
  • Historical and cultural awareness – understanding the roots of modern institutions, ideas, and systems

 

Career Paths Open to Graduates:

Education & Academia

Lecturer, researcher, high school teacher (philosophy, classics, history, social studies), curriculum developer, education administrator

Law & Public Policy

Lawyer, legal researcher, policy analyst, legislative aide, human rights advocate

Government & Civil Service

Administrative officer, foreign service officer, diplomat, public affairs specialist

Nonprofit & Advocacy

Program officer, communications specialist, advocacy coordinator, NGO researcher

Journalism & Media

Writer, editor, critic, content creator, investigative journalist

Business & Management

Management consultant, corporate strategist, human resources specialist, brand strategist

Publishing & Libraries

Editor, proofreader, librarian, archivist, museum curator

Religious & Community Leadership

Clergy, pastoral worker, community organizer, ethics advisor

Arts & Culture

Museum educator, cultural heritage officer, arts administrator, exhibition curator

 

Further Study Opportunities:

  • Graduate degrees (MA, MPhil, PhD) in Philosophy, Classics, Political Theory, History, Law, or Theology
  • Professional degrees in Law (LLB, JD), Public Policy (MPP), Business Administration (MBA), or Journalism

Why Choose Philosophy and Classics?

Employers increasingly seek graduates who can think deeply, write clearly, and understand the big picture—not just follow procedures. Philosophy and Classics graduates bring historical perspective, ethical judgment, and analytical precision to any workplace.


Tuition Method

Lectures, group assignments, case studies/reviews, class presentations, project work,  and seminars.


Entry Requirements

Ghanaian Applicants with WASSCE/SSSCE Qualification

A. General Entry Requirements into the Full-Time Degree Programmes

An applicant for admission to an undergraduate degree programme in the University of Ghana must have at least credits (A1 - C6 in WASSCE or A - D in SSSCE) in the following subjects:
• The Four Core Subjects: English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Core Science, and Social Studies.
• Three elective subjects.
 

B. Calculation of Aggregates for Admission

The total aggregate of results, comprising six subjects (relevant core and electives), should not exceed:
• Aggregate 24 for Regular admissions.
• Aggregate 30 for Distance Education admissions.
 

For Non-Science Disciplines:
• Aggregate is calculated using English, Core Mathematics, Social Studies/Life Skills, and three elective subjects in General Arts/Business (refer to specific programme elective requirements below).
• Note: Integrated Science/Core Science credit is excluded in the calculation.
 

 

NOTE: For international applicants, visit UG admissions page 

https://admissions.ug.edu.gh/undergraduate/entry-requirements