Doctor of Pharmacy (PHARMD) Top-Up Programme

 

Overview of Programme

The School of Pharmacy, University of Ghana, is inviting applications from qualified applicants for admission into the Doctor of Pharmacy Top-up Programme for the 2025/2026 Academic Year

Nature of Programme and Duration

The PharmD Top-up programme is a 2-year Pharmacy programme that leads to the award of a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree. The Programme will begin in February 2026 and will run on a full-time basis. Admitted students into the programme will not be entitled to residential facilities on campus.

Entry Requirements

A Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree or other pharmacy degrees from recognised institutions, plus at least three years of working experience as a pharmacist, and subject to being a registered pharmacist in Ghana.

 

Cost of Application Forms

University of Ghana online application E-VOUCHERS can be obtained by Ghanaian applicants for Two Hundred Ghana Cedis (GH¢200.00) at the following banks: Ecobank, Republic Bank, Agricultural Development Bank, GCB Bank, Zenith Bank, Universal Merchant Bank, CBG Bank, Prudential Bank, and Fidelity Bank.

 

How To Apply

Eligible applicants are to complete the application forms online by visiting https://apply.ug.edu.gh/admissions/undergrad/login. In addition, they would be required to upload the following documents online:

  • Scanned copy of pharmacy degree certificate.
  • Scanned copy of pharmacy licensure certificate.
  • A 3-page Curriculum Vitae (pdf)

 

Deadline for submission of forms

All online applications should be completed and submitted by Friday, October 31, 2025. For further information please contact mosafoadu@ug.edu.gh / +233 208260595 (Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., excluding public holidays):

Telephone: +233 208260595
Email: mosafoadu@ug.edu.gh

Additional Information for PharmD Top-Up Programme 2024/2025 Academic Year

Applicants should take note of the following proposed dates regarding admissions into the Doctor of Pharmacy Top-up Programme:

  • Shortlist of Eligible Candidates – November 15, 2025
  • Registration/Med. Exams. – December 1- December 15, 2025
  • Orientation on Teaching & Learning Methodologies – January 5- 30, 2026
  • Lectures Begin – Monday, February 2, 2026

A shortlist of suitable applicants will be posted on the UG website. Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an interview where necessary.