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Undergraduate · School of Humanities, Arts and Social Science

BA Pastoral Care & Counseling

The Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Care and Counselling degree is designed to equip students to provide therapeutic services in clinical counselling across a variety of ministry contexts. The programme integrates professional counselling training with theological understanding of human process and development. It involves educational process focused on developing a strong “therapeutic and ministerial use of self.” Group participation and interaction will be central elements of this learning process.

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Level
Undergraduate
School
School of Humanities, Arts and Social Science
Duration
4 years full-time
Credits
123 credits (30 per academic year)
Next intake
October 2026 (main) · March 2027 (limited)
Fees
GHS 6,152 per academic year (domestic) · GHC 7,352 per year (international).
Mode
Full-time
Study modes
Weekday · Weekend
Application deadline
23rd October 2026

Curriculum

Indicative modules. Specific options vary by year and cohort.

  • GER 101 English for Academic Purposes 3 GER 103 French for Communication 3 STS 105 Intro. to Pentecostalism 3 SCS 109 Information Technology 3 STS 111 Introduction to Ethics 3

Entry requirements

  • WASSCE: credits (A1–C6) in English Language, Core Mathematics, one other core subject and three relevant elective subjects
  • General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for Science students. Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE).
  • Mature applicants (25+) considered with min. 5 years of relevant work experience and an entrance exam
  • Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) Compulsory Subjects - Grade D or better in three (3) core subjects, including English and Mathematics (Core) and Elective Subjects – Grade D or better in three (3) elective subjects.
  • HND certificate (at least 2nd Class Lower Division). In addition, the applicant must have acquired a 2-year post-HND qualification working experience. Other applicants with Diploma qualifications from elsewhere assessed to be equivalent to HND may be similarly considered.
  • All foreign qualifications are referred to the National Accreditation Board (NAB) for determination of equivalences and eligibility for admission to tertiary institutions in Ghana. any other qualification holders beyond the ones specified above are referred to the National Accreditation Board for the establishment of their equivalences, to determine their eligibility for admission to tertiary education institutions- universities and university colleges.
  • English language: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent for international applicants
  • Additionally one Pastoral reference from a recognised church or Christian organisation and a personal statement of 500 to 800 maximum words

Graduation requirements

  • (a)Course Requirements; To earn a degree from Southshore University College and to qualify for graduation, a student must complete: (i) a general education requirement courses ; (ii) a common foundation and core courses outlined by respective School; (iii) speciality/major requirement courses specified by an academic department; (iv) a combination of free electives, for some programmes, and long essay/project work to complement the degree programme; (v) earn a grade of “D” or higher in all core and elective courses within specialised area of study, and achieve a minimum total of credit hours specified, and have obtained at least a weighted average of at least 1.5, or grade “D” in any failed course; and (vi) satisfy the requirements of the student’s respective programmes of study and satisfy all university requirements for graduation.
  • (b)Additional requirements for graduation e.g. attendance; all students are required to attend classes regularly. Unexcused absence on four occasions leads to denial of a grade in course.

Career prospects

Pastoral CounselorChurch Care MinisterFamily Life EducatorNGO Care WorkerHOSPITALS