University of Ghana Introduces Self-Placement Option, Applicants Visit Centre, Video

University of Ghana Introduces Self-Placement Option, Applicants Visit Centre, Video

  • The Admissions Assistance Desk at the University of Ghana has been addressing concerns by applicants regarding the admission process
  • Some applicants who had not yet been offered admission shared their observations after visiting the centre to have their concerns addressed
  • Netizens who took to the comments section of the video shared varied opinions on the ongoing process

The University of Ghana has introduced a self-placement option for applicants desirous of studying at the institution

This comes after the university announced that it had set up an Admissions Assistance Desk at the University of Ghana Stadium to assist applicants and newly admitted students.

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Students applying to the University of Ghana visit the Admissions Assistance Desk set up by the institution to resolve various issues. Photo credit: @univers1057fm/TikTok
Source: TikTok

In light of this, a video shared by Radio Universe on its TikTok page showed applicants who had visited the centre sharing their thoughts.

One of the applicants indicated that he selected Computer Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor of Arts as his programme choices.

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He explained that it was after visiting the Admissions Assistance Desk that he was informed he did not gain admission into any of the programmes and was advised to opt for the self-placement option.

“They asked me to mention my serial number, and when they checked and found that I did not gain admission, they said they would send me a link for self-placement.”

Another female applicant explained that she gained admission but wanted to make some changes, only to be told her courses could not be changed.

“I didn’t get what I wanted when I applied, that is why I came today."

Another applicant, Michael, also expressed disappointment about not getting his first choice, hence his decision to visit the centre.

“I chose Actuarial Science, but unfortunately, I could not meet the cut-off point for my first choice.”

When asked if he was confident of getting his second choice, the young man responded:

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“Yes, please, I will definitely get my second choice.”

UG sets up admissions assistance desk

The University of Ghana statement indicates that an Admissions Assistance desk would be located at the University of Ghana Stadium, operating from Tuesday, December 9, 2025, to Tuesday, December 23, 2025.

The statement explained that the main issues the desk will address will centre on guidance regarding admission processes, enquiries and related support services.

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University of Ghana publishes admissions list for the 2025/2026 Academic Year. Photo credit: @University of Ghana/Facebook
Source: UGC

Watch the video below:

Reactions to UG introducing self-placement option

Netizens who reacted to the post shared varied opinions on the announcement by the University of Ghana.

MUH stated:

“Please, I am far from Accra, but I have not yet gained admission. Can I also come?”

nana_ba reacted:

“Please post the self-placement link.”

crypto_currency asked:

“Please, when are they doing it on campus?”

Quin_Lisa🎀 wrote:

“Me, I’ve given up on the admission, I even chose the same course as his.”

Ghanaian man bags five degrees

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Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that an intelligent Ghanaian man is trending after details about his academic journey went viral.

He earned a Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD in Computer Science, all from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

The Voice of KNUST on X disclosed that Richard Apau also bagged a Master of Arts in Global Security from King’s College London.

Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh

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