The critical need to expand the national efforts in sustainably harnessing the vast natural resources to improve the industrialisation drive of Ghana has necessitated the establishment of the Department of Geological Engineering by the University for Development Studies (UDS) for students with the needed knowledge and skills in geological engineering and related disciplines. This effort is to complement the existing efforts towards improving the growing demand for scarce human capacities within the extractive sector of the economy. The Geological Engineering Department proposes a BSc degree programme in Geological Engineering with a multi-faceted curriculum that leverages on myriad of fields including but not limited to mineral and petroleum exploration and production, engineering materials utilisation, slope and foundation stability, water resources, environmental site design, surface and subsurface contamination, geothermal energy etc. The proposed programme is innovative and unique. These are manifested in the inclusion of various computer-based (application software in geological engineering practices) subjects and French language from levels 100 to 400. Thus, this programme seeks to respond to the required skills needs of the current and future players in the natural resources management, extractive industry as well and the built environment of Ghana.

Aim of the programme
The programme is aimed at training students with current knowledge and enhanced practical, analytical, research, computer application and entrepreneurial skills in Geological Engineering for national development.

Objectives of the programme
The objectives are to; 

• train students in theoretical and practical skills that cover fundamental geological concepts, engineering principles and their applications;
• train students to acquire adequate competencies in current and appropriate computer software applicable in geological and civil engineering and related fields;
• train students to acquire the requisite basic research skills, analytical and problem-solving skills;
• train students to acquire ethical and professional skills as well as management and entrepreneurial skills required in industrial practice;
• train students to acquire the requisite knowledge and capacity to pursue further studies and also gain international marketability.

Employment Opportunity
Graduates of the programme may have employment opportunities in the following areas (both locally and internationally) including but not limited to; 

• Mining industry
• Engineering Consultancy Firms and Construction Companies
• Teaching and Research Institutions
• Various government agencies 
  • The Minerals Commission
  • Ghana National Petroleum Commission
  • Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation
  • CSIR-Water Research Institute
  • Ghana Geological Survey Authority
  • Community Water and Sanitation Agency
  • Ghana Water Company Ltd
  • Environmental Protection Agency
  • Water Resources Commission
  • Architectural, Engineering Services Limited
  • Department of Urban Roads
  • Ghana Highway Authority
  • Department of Feeder Roads
• Various government ministries
  • Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources
  • Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology
  • Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
  • Ministry of Decentralisation, Local Government & Rural Development
  • Transport (including Aviation and Railway)
• Local and International NGOs
• Armed forces.

Admission requirements
Eligible candidates for admission into the BSc Geological Engineering programme must be:

Regular/Direct Admissions

• Applicants to be admitted directly into level 100 of the programme must have:
• West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) with credit passes (C6, minimum) in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Integrated Science and Core Mathematics. They must also have a minimum of credit passes in three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics. The other two elective subjects can be any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Geography and Applied Electricity.
• Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) with passes of at least grade D in three core subjects namely; English Language, Core Science and Core Mathematics. They must also have a minimum of credit passes in three (3) elective subjects which must include Elective Mathematics. The other two elective subjects can be any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Geography, and Applied Electricity.
• GCE Advanced-level (A-level) candidates must have passes in Mathematics and Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Economics, and Statistics in addition to the General paper.

Mature Applicants Admissions

• Applicants must be at least 25 years of age and must have obtained:
• Five credit passes in relevant WASSCE subjects and a pass grade in the sixth subject.
• Five credit passes in relevant SSSCE subjects and a pass in the sixth subject. 
• Five credit passes in GCE O-Level subjects including mathematics and English language
• In addition to (i) or (ii), candidates must pass a written examination organized by the University and an oral interview.

Diploma Applicants Admissions

• A diploma certificate with a CGPA of 3.50 (out of 5.0) or equivalent in Civil and Geomatic Engineering or other related disciplines from any recognized tertiary educational institution shall be admitted to level 200 after an oral interview.
• Diploma certificate in Civil and Geomatic Engineering with a CGPA of at least 1.5 (out of 5.0) or equivalent but lower than 3.50 (out of 5.0) or equivalent from any recognized tertiary educational institution shall be admitted to level 100 after a selection interview.
• Holder of HND certificate with a minimum of second-class upper in Civil and Geomatic Engineering or other related disciplines from any recognized tertiary educational institution shall be admitted to level 200 of the programme after an oral interview.
• HND certificate with a second lower division in Civil and Geomatic Engineering, or other related disciplines from any recognized tertiary educational institution shall be admitted to level 100.

Foreign Applicants
Foreign applicants shall be admitted to the programme as above after due diligence has been done by evaluating the equivalent of their certificates and its authenticity at GTEC. Up to 30% admissions quota shall be reserved for foreign applicants.

Fee-Paying Applicants
Up to 30% admissions quota shall be reserved for fee-paying applicants. These candidates must have credit passes in all relevant subject areas and show evidence of capability to pay for the programme