University of Ghana Deferment of Studies

Are you a student at the University of Ghana and you want to defer your study programme? Below is the UG Legon deferment of programme procedures for all registered students of the university.

Were you admitted to a course or programme, but circumstances have since occurred that make it impossible for you to start? You can begin your studies at a later time by applying for a deferment.

The deferment process is an official process. In order to apply for a deferment, you must have a certain type of reason for your request, for example, illness, caring for a child or other related factors.

How to Apply for University of Ghana Deferment of Studies

A student who wishes to interrupt his/her study programme should apply to his/her Dean of Faculty, through the Director of Academic Affairs, stating reasons why he/she wants to interrupt his/her study programme.

Any student who does not go through the approved procedures before interrupting his/ her studies shall be deemed to have abandoned his/her studentship.

NOTE: The University has a deadline for deferment of studies for every academic year.