After the release of the 2024 WASSCE results, many students who sat to write the exams scored D7 and E8 in most core subjects
Whereas the road to tertiary seems unclears, Kofi Asare Executive Director of Africa Education watch (Eduwatch) has offered and encouraging insights for the these students
Students with these grades category still has the opportunity to enroll in tertiary institutions and pursue market-relevant programs, this is how it to go tertiary now
pathways to tertiary education
1. Higher National Diploma(HND)
Many technical universities in Ghana accept students who obtained a minimum of grade D7 in core subjects provided they achieve at least a C6 in their relevant electives
Most importantly, these HND programmes cover a range of technical and career focused fields than in the universities
After completing a three(3) year HND programme, students can opt for a Degree top-up to obtain a bachelors degree
2.Access Pre-HND Programmes
For students who obtained E8 in core subjects and three revelant electives, the ACCESS PRE-HND Programme is an excellent option.
This is a one year preparatory or access course offered by technical universities. Upon a successful completion, students are transitioned or enrolled into a three year HND Programme
Available programmes
HND Programmes in most technical universities are primarily focus on STEM thus Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics disciplines
Interior Design and Technology
Civil Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nursing Technology
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Actually these courses equip the students with skills and knowledge suited for industrial growth and needs
Affordable fees
Depending on the technical university you want to attend, the cost of persuing an HND or Pre-HND programme is relatively between GHC1,200 to GHC2000 annually
Take action now, don’t waste time as I did
Kofi Asare implores students not to become ”WASSCE Methuselahs” by staying at home , instead students are encouraged to explore opportunities at the technical universities
simply visit any of the technical universities websites’, navigate and choose a programme of choice that suits your interest
Final words
WASSCE grades D7 and E8 is not the end of the road. if you need educational counselling and other employable professional courses to enroll to shape your future, save and text 0274050391
K Fosu The Informant is a lifestyle blogger with 6 years' experience in content and web development. He is a Google keyword planner, SEO analyst, an influencer and entrepreneur who holds BA Degree from Ghana's Premier University.
