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IELTS Requirements for Ghana

Africa

Ghanaian students take IELTS primarily for study and work opportunities in the UK, Canada, and Australia.

Study Visa

Minimum OverallVaries
Minimum Each BandVaries
ModuleAcademic

For studying abroad

Work Visa

Minimum OverallNot required
Minimum Each BandN/A
ModuleGeneral

For emigration purposes

Popular Fields of Study

MedicineEngineeringEducationAgriculture

Ghana has approximately 3 universities that accept international students with IELTS.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I take IELTS in Ghana?

At British Council test centres in Accra.

What IELTS score do Ghanaian students need?

6.0-6.5 for most international university admissions.

Is IELTS or TOEFL better for Ghanaians?

Both are accepted; IELTS is more common for UK and Australian applications.

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