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Geology degrees in Ghana

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Study a Geology degree in Ghana in 2025

Study the composition and history of the Earth with a degree in Geology. Learn about the processes that form our planet, from its core and crust, to atmosphere and oceans, its material composition and what we can learn about our interactions with the planet and its climate.

Graduates of degrees in geology can go on to careers as a geologist, geochemist or academia, in mining or even as government advisors.

Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes, including lectures, tutorials, seminars and group projects. Depending on your course, you may also have the option to take part in a work placement. Modules you study could include:

  • Fieldwork geology
  • Dynamic Earth
  • Sedimentology
  • Structural geology
  • Earth materials and minerals
  • Geophysics
  • Hydrogeology

Study in Ghana

Ghana is home to beautiful secluded, palm lined beaches, a melting pot of cultures, a strong democracy and rapidly improving socioeconomic conditions. Ghana's official language is English, meaning that all university courses are taught in one of the worlds most widely spoken languages. This also means that international students will find it easy to immerse themselves in their studies and the local culture. Ghana boasts many accredited university and polytechnic institutions, all of which are able to grant degrees to international students.

See our detailed guide to studying in Ghana for international students.

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