Student sitting a university exam
University exams

Not everyone can travel abroad to pursue their ambition of a degree from a UK university. 

So we're here to help you earn that highly respected qualification, from UK's leading universities, without leaving the country.  

A UK Higher education from home

The British Council administers exams on behalf of many UK and international univerties and colleges, making distance learning possible around the world.

We make sure you have a simple and straightforward experience, from the moment you register for the university exam to the day you get your results. 

We’ll look after the whole process, from providing the exam venue and professionally trained supervisors to having your exams processed by the exam board. 

All you need to do is prepare for your exam and turn up on exam day. 

Who we partner with

The University of London is one of the world’s leading academic institutions, recognised internationally as a centre of excellence. It is a federation of 20 world-class colleges and a number of acclaimed institutes. Among the members of staff and alumni are over 55 Nobel prize winners and over 35 past or present Heads of State.

University of London degrees have been accessible to students worldwide through their International Programmes since 1858. Today, the University of London has over 40,000 students in more than 180 countries studying for 100 different programmes

Registrations for the University of London exams start on Wednesday 22 January 2025 and close on Thursday 27 February 2025. Distance learners can now sit for their University of London exams with the British Council and complete their degrees without leaving Ghana. Exams will take place in Accra. 

How do I register?

You will have to register with The University of London first. Please check our downloads section at the bottom of this page for information regarding May-June 2025 exams.

University of London Examinations 

Registration window for May-June 2025 session

  Registration opens Registration closes
UG Law Wednesday 22 January 2025 Thursday 27 February 2025

Please note that a valid passport or national identification document (ID) is mandatory when sitting for these exams.