University of Sierra Leone -USL Entry Requirements for all Programmes – The University of Sierra Leone -USL Entry Requirement for the 2022/2023 academic year have been released.
The management of the University of Sierra Leone -USL has released the Intake entry requirement for successful admission into the undergraduate and postgraduate (Degree, Ph.D., Masters, Diploma, Certificate, Short Course, and Non-Degree) programmes respectively for the 2022/2023 academic year.
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University of Sierra Leone Entry Requirements
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UNDERGRADUATE COURSE OFFERED AT USL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Degree Programmes
The University entry requirements for Degree Programmes are five credits obtained in not more than two sittings with a minimum of C5 in English Language at the General Certificate Examination (GCE) ’O’ Level or West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). In addition, applicants must satisfy Faculty and Departmental requirements for admission into the various programmes.
In the case of the GCE ‘O’ Level Exams, only grades ranging from 1 to 6 are recognized as credit passes; for WASSCE A1-C6, whilst for the Associate Examinations Board (London GCE ‘O’ and A Level) only C or better is recognized.
Diploma and Certificate Programmes
For admissions into the Diploma and Certificate programmes, applicants must obtain 4 Credits for Diploma and 3 Credits for certificate courses including C6 in English Language or better at WASSCE/GCE ’O’ Level. Applicants with IGCSE falls in this category.
Degree Courses
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Chinese
- Bachelor of Arts in Gender and Development Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Studies
- Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Care and Education
- Bachelor of Education in Adult Education and Community Development Studies
- Bachelor in Public Relations and Marketing Communication
- Bachelor in Development Communication
- Bachelor in Print Journalism
- Bachelor in Broadcast Journalism
- Bachelor in Information Studies and Knowledge Management
- Bachelor in Engineering
- Bachelor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering options in Telecommunications, Computer, Power Generation
- Bachelor in Architecture
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Physic, Biology, Geography etc.
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Ecology and Environmental Biology
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Biomedical Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Biology with Education
- Bachelor of Science with Engineering Option
- Bachelor in Economics, Accounting, Commerce, Sociology
- Bachelor in Social Work
- Bachelor in Peace & Conflict Studies
- Bachelor in Population Analysis and Social Statistics
- Bachelor of Laws (Hons)
Diploma and Certificate Courses
- License in Divinity
- Diploma in Cultural Studies
- Certificate in Adult Education and Development Studies
- Diploma in Adult Education and Development Studies
- Diploma in Mass Communication
- Certificate in Journalism and Media Studies
- Diploma in Information Studies and Knowledge Management
- Special Certificate in Information Studies and Knowledge Management
- Diploma in Mineral Processing and Extractive Metallurgy
- Diploma in Gender and Development Studies
- Certificate in Population Analysis and Social Statistics
- Diploma in Peace & Conflict Studies
- Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education
- Diploma in Mathematics & Statistics
- Certificate in Mathematics & Statistics
- Certificate in Deck Officer Training
- Certificate in Fish Handling and Processing Training
- Certificate in Marine Engineering
- Certificate in Radio Communication
- Certificate in Refrigeration Training
- Certificate in Safety at Sea Training
- Certificate in Fishing Gear Technology
- Ordinary National Diploma in Deck Officer Training
- Ordinary National Diploma in Fish Handling and Processing Training
- Ordinary National Diploma in Marine Engineering
- Ordinary National Diploma in Radio Communication
- Ordinary National Diploma in Refrigeration
- Ordinary National Diploma in Safety at Sea Training
- Ordinary National Diploma in Fishing Gear Technology
- Higher National Diploma in Deck Officer Training
- Higher National Diploma in Fish Handling and Processing Training
- Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering
- Higher National Diploma in Radio Communication
- Higher National Diploma in Refrigeration
- Higher National Diploma in Safety at Sea Training
- Higher National Diploma in Fishing Gear Technology
FACULTY OF ARTS
DEGREE COURSES
Admissions criteria.
Credits obtained in 5 (five) subjects at the General Certificate Examination (GCE) ‘O’ Level or West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) with a C5 or better in English Language in not more than two sittings, with at least 3 (three) of the 5(five) subjects in the humanities (Liberal Arts).
- Bachelor of Arts (General)
- Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Chinese
- Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Gender and Development Studies
- Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Care Education
- Bachelor of Education in Adult Education and Community Development
DIPLOMAS,CERTIFICATES AND LICENTIATE COURSES
Certificate in Adult Education and Community Development (1 year)
3 (three) Credits obtained at GCE‘O’ Level /WASSCE or its equivalent including English Language. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Adult Education.
Diploma in Adult Education and Community Development (2 Years)
The minimum requirement for Diploma in Adult Education is 4 WASSCE/GCE ‘O’ Level credits, with C6 in English Language in not more than two sittings. However, holders of other qualifications, e.g. Teachers’ Certificate and have demonstrated some extra-mural competence may be invited for an interview to determine their eligibility.
Diploma in Cultural Studies (2 Years)
The minimum requirement is 4 (four) GCE ‘O’ Level/WASSCE credits, including English Language and History, in not more than two sittings. Holders of other relevant qualifications e.g. Teachers’ Certificate who have demonstrated aptitude in the arts or cultural skills may be invited for an interview to determine their eligibility.
Diploma in License Divinity (2 Years)
A two-year course is provided within the Faculty of Arts leading to the award of a License in Divinity in preparation for the Christian Ministry. Candidates of any denomination may apply. The minimum requirement for admission is 4(four) GCE “O” Level/WASSCE credits including English Language and Christian Religious Knowledge obtained in not more than two sittings.
Diploma in Gender and Development Studies (2 Year)
Entry requirements is 4 (four) subjects at G.C.E.’O’ Level/WASSCE, including credit in English Language, in not more than two sittings.
Diploma in Early Childhood Education Care (ECEE) (2 Years)
Entry requirements is 4 (four) G.C.E.’O’ Level/WASSCE subjects with credit in English Language in not more than two sittings.
Certificate in Early Childhood Education Care (ECEE) (1 year)
3 (three) Credits obtained at GCE‘O’ Level /WASSCE or its equivalent including English Language.
FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION, MEDIA AND INFORMATION STUDIES
Admission criteria.
- Credits obtained in 5 (five) subjects at the General Certificate of Examination (GCE) ‘O’ Level or West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) with a C5 or better in English Language in not more than two sittings with at least 3 (three) of the 5(five) subjects in the humanities (Liberal Arts). Applicants for all degree programmes except the Bachelor in Information studies and Knowledge management are subjected to a special entrance examination in English conducted by the faculty.
- Applicants with the Diploma in Mass Communication from USL can be admitted into year 2 of the degree program in Journalism and Media studies only if they score the required cumulative grade point average of the University and they would have met the University’s entry requirements for the degree programme.
- Bachelor in Public Relations and Marketing Communication
- Bachelor in Development Communication
- Bachelor in Broadcast Journalism
- Bachelor in Print Journalism
- Bachelor in Information Studies and Knowledge Management
DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES COURSES
Diploma in Mass Communication (2 Years)
Entry requirements are 4 (four) subjects at G.C.E.’O’ Level/WASSCE, including credit C6 in English Language in not more than two sittings. Applicant with over five years’ experience in the media can be admitted into the Diploma programme under the mature age if they had attempted the WASSCE. Applicants in the Diploma programme are not subjected to take the special examination in English.
Certificate in Journalism (1 Years)
3 (three) Credits including English Language obtained at GCE‘O’ Level /WASSCE or its equivalent; preference will be given to candidates with experience in Journalism.
Diploma in Information Studies and Knowledge Management
Entry requirements is 4 (four) subjects at G.C.E.’O’ Level/WASSCE, including credit C6 in English Language in not more than two sittings.
Special Certificate in Information Studies and Knowledge Management
Candidates who have at least five years working experience in a library, documentation center, Registry, Book store or in a related institution may apply. School leavers with 3 (Three) G.C.E.’O’ Level/WASSCE subjects, including a credit in English Language in not more than two sittings may also apply.
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE
Degree Courses offered in the following Engineering disciplines:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering options in Telecommunication, Computer and Power Generation
Mechanical & Maintenance Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Architecture
USL Admission criteria
- The minimum requirements are 5 (five) GCE ‘O’ Level or WASSCE with Grades 1-5 /A1-C6 in not more than two sittings with the subjects combined into three categories for Admission to Year I as follows:-
| CATEGORY A | CATEGORY B | CATEGORY C |
| *Maths/Further Maths,
*English Language *Physics |
*Chemistry
*Science Core |
*Technical Drawing
*Engineering Science *Biology *Economics, *Geography *Agricultural Science |
- Candidates must obtain a minimum pass of C6 in English Language plus C5 in the three Category
- In addition to the requirements in (a) above, candidates must obtain a minimum credit of C6 in at least one subject each from category B and
- Candidates with ‘A’ levels:- Candidates with the minimum of 5 ‘O’ level Credits, including English Language or ‘C’ or better and with Credit ‘C’ or better in Mathematics and at least one ‘A’ level pass either in Physic or Chemistry, will be admitted into Year II.
- Candidates with Pass or Credit at OND with minimum C6 in English Language at WASSCE will be admitted into Year I.
- Candidates with Pass or Credit at OND and Pass at HND with minimum C6 in English Language at WASSCE will be admitted into Year II.
- Candidates with Pass or Credit at OND and Credit at HND with minimum C6 in English Language at WASSCE will be admitted into Year III.
FACULTY OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES
DEGREE COURSES
Bachelor of Science
The minimum requirements for admission into the faculty are five credits with a C6 or better in English Language obtained at GCE ‘O’ Level or WASSCE in not more than two sittings. The compulsory subjects for admitting students in the faculty are English, Mathematics/ Further Math and any three of the following science subjects Biology, Chemistry, Physics, General Science, Agricultural Science, Engineering Science, Geography and Economics.
Bachelor of Science with Engineering Option
Same requirements apply for Bachelor of Science.
Bachelor of Science in Biology with Education
Same requirements apply as Bachelor of Science, except that this programme is run in collaboration with the Institute of Education and Extra Mural Studies.
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Ecology and Environmental Biology
Same requirements apply as above
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical Science
Same requirements as above
DIPLOMA COURSES
Diploma in Mathematics and Statistics
Four (4) G.C.E. ‘O’ Level/WASSCE credits, including English Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings. Work experience in statistics and data related areas may provide candidate with an added advantage.
Diploma in Statistics
Successful completion of the Certificate in Statistics course makes one eligible for the Diploma programme.
CERTIFICATE COURSES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
- Deck Officer Training
- Marine Engineering Training
- Radio Communication Training
- Safety at Sea Training
- Refrigeration Training
- Fishing Gear Technology Training
- Statistics
Admission Criteria
Candidates must possess at least two (3) GCE ‘O’ Level/WASSCE credits with Grade C6 or better or its equivalent obtained in not more than two (2) sittings. They must have also attempted English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry at GCE ‘O’ Level/WASSCE exam.
Candidates who have at least five years practical experience in a related field may apply.
ORDINARY NATIONAL DIPLOMA (OND) COURSES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
- Deck Officer Training
- Marine Engineering Training
- Radio Communication Training
- Safety at Sea Training
- Refrigeration Training
- Fishing Gear Technology Training
- Fish Handling and Processing Technology
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