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Study Law In Ghana - Fees/cost, Admission Requirements, Scholarships by Fertilenigeria: 7:54am On Sep 02, 2020
Ghana in West Africa is home to a number of universities that offer law degrees to both domestic and international students alike. Its universities is adjudged as some of the best in the region, seeing the enrolment of international students from countries such as Nigerian, Togo, Benin Republic and further afield. In this article, we are going to give you ample reasons why you should consider studying in a university in Ghana for your degree in law, and we will cover such aspects as advantages, tuition rates, admission requirements, scholarship opportunities and duration of study.

Overview of the Course
A degree in law offers you an opportunity to become a lawyer with fresh job opportunities either in private or public practice. You could also specialise in any of the legal disciplines and become an authority. Lawyers are very much sought after, as cases of litigations are always in high demand.

Advantages and Benefits of Studying Law in the Ghana
Even though a small West African country, Ghana has a higher standard of education, making it a prime destination for students from the region who are in need of higher education. Below are some of the reason you should consider studying in Ghana:
• Ghana offers excellent higher education opportunities at a fraction of the cost in western countries such as the UK and USA.
• Ghana boasts a number of accredited universities which offer degrees in diverse disciplines, including law
• The Ghanaian society is welcoming to people from all over the world, more so Nigerians, and it is rich in valuable culture and tradition that foreigners find appealing.
• Ghana offers a slightly higher standard of living compared to Nigeria, with more efficient public infrastructure such as good roads, steady electricity supply and others.
• Ghana is cheap to live and study in, with cost of living comparably less than in western countries, but with a much higher standard of living compared to Nigeria.
• Degrees from Ghanaian universities are accepted anywhere in the world.

Top Universities to Study Law in Ghana
Ghana may be a small country in West Africa, but it has an excellent higher education system that rivals its bigger neighbour’s, Nigeria, hence the reason most Nigerians troop to this tiny country for their higher education needs. Here are a list of the universities where you can apply to study law in Ghana:
• University of Ghana
• Kwame Nkrumah university
• University of cape coast
• Valley view university

Admission requirements to study law in Ghana
To apply to study for a law degree in Ghana, you must have completed secondary school education and have at least credits in the major arts subjects (English and mathematics inclusive). This will enable you take an entrance examination that is set by the university involved.
Fee Requirements to Study Law in Ghana
Tuition fees vary depending on the school and whether it is a public or private university. On average, you should expect to pay around GHS 20,000 to GHS 70, 000 (N1,495,650.04-N5,234.775.13) per year for undergraduate studies.
Student Visa Requirement
Nigerian do not need a visa to study in Ghana, although they are required by law to register with the local police once they arrive in the country. Your institution should provide further assistance in this regard.

S[b]cholarships Available To Study Law in Ghana[/b]
Ghanaian universities offer scholarships to indigent international students who wish to study with them. But it is strictly on merits, with details about application found on their websites and university newsletters.

Duration of Study
It takes between four years to study for a law degree in Ghana, with an additional two years for law school. In total, that is six years.

Source: https://scholarshipunit.com/
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