WASSCE Remedial Programme – DEBEST College

What is WASSCE Remedial?

The WASSCE( West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination) Remedial Programme at Debest College is a focused one-year programme designed for students who wish to:

  • Improve their grades in core and elective subjects
  • Resit selected WASSCE papers
  • Meet the cut-off points required for competitive tertiary programmes in Ghana and abroad

At Debest College, we combine expert tuition, personalised mentorship, and structured exam preparation to help you achieve better grades and unlock pathways to higher education.

  • Well-seasoned and experienced lecturers with a strong track record in WASSCE preparation.
  • Rated a Grade “A” Remedial College by the Remedial Schools Association of Ghana (RemSAGH).
  • High success rate – students are guided to achieve excellent passes in their final examinations.
  • Free counselling sessions with an educational psychologist and other resource persons, based on academic progress reports.
  • Regular academic transcripts prepared for each student every two (2) months.
  • Professional ethics and discipline – parents and guardians are assured of a safe, structured, and well-managed learning environment.
  • Tertiary placement support – we assist students to enroll in reputable tertiary institutions in Ghana and abroad.
  • A)Science Department:
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Elective Mathematics
  • B)Business Department:
  • Financial Accounting
  • Cost Accounting / Elective Mathematics
  • Business Management
  • Economics
  • C)General Arts Department:
  • Government
  • History
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • Christian / Islamic Religious Studies
  • Elective I.C.T
  • French
  • Literature-in-English
  • D)Home Economics Department:
  • Food & Nutrition / Clothing & Textile
  • Management in Living
  • General Knowledge in Arts
  • Biology / Chemistry / Economics
  • E) Visual Arts Department:
  • Graphic Design
  • Ceramics
  • Picture Making
  • Sculpture
  • General Knowledge in Arts
  • F)Agricultural Science Department:
  • General Agricultural
  • Horticulture
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Core Subjects (for all students)
  • English Language
  • Core Mathematics
  • Integrated Science
  • Social Studies

These are typical cut-off ranges used by major public universities. Actual cut-off points may change from year to year. Always check the latest university admission brochures.

  • Medicine
  • KNUST: 6 – 10
  • University of Ghana (Legon): 6 – 10
  • UDS: 6 – 12
  • UCC: 6 – 11
  • Pharmacy
  • KNUST: 6 – 8
  • University of Ghana (Legon): 6 – 9
  • UDS: 6 – 12
  • UCC: 6 – 12
  • Nursing
  • KNUST: 6 – 12
  • University of Ghana (Legon): 6 – 15
  • UDS: 6 – 15
  • UCC: 6 – 12
  • Engineering Sciences
  • KNUST: 6 – 9
  • University of Ghana (Legon): 6 – 10
  • UDS: 6 – 12
  • UCC: 6 – 13
  • Business Administration
  • KNUST: 6 – 10
  • University of Ghana (Legon): 6 – 11
  • UDS: 6 – 13
  • UCC: 6 – 12
  • Construction Tech
  • KNUST: 6 – 10
  • University of Ghana (Legon): 6 – 11
  • UDS: 6 – 13
  • UCC: 6 – 15
  1. Students are required to attend classes regularly during the period for which they enrol.
  2. Absence due to sickness must be supported by a medical certificate.
  3. Fees paid are for tuition only. Students are responsible for the cost of:
    • Examination fees
    • Study materials
    • Processing of transcripts
    • Recommendation letters
    • Certificates of participation
  4. The Principal/College Management reserves the right to suspend or dismiss any student for bad conduct, poor attendance, or violation of school rules and regulations.

Programme Duration

  • 1 year – for students continuing in the same programme (Science, Arts, Business, Home Economics, Visual Arts, Agriculture).
  • 1½ years – for students switching from one programme to another (e.g., Business to Science).

Examination Sessions

Students are prepared for:

  • WASSCE (May/June)
  • WASSCE (Nov/Dec – Private)

These courses are designed to guide students whose long-term goals include the following areas:

  • A)Sciences and Technology ( refer to the Science Department of DEBEST College)
  • Medicine
  • Nursing (Diploma{may also be considered under General Arts, Home Economics} & Degree
  • BSc Construction Technology & Management
  • Engineering Sciences
  • Pharmacy
  • Medical Laboratory Technology
  • Architecture
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology (ICT)

Foundation Courses Leading To:

  • B) Humanities , Business and Arts (Refer to the General Arts Dept, Business Dept, etc of DEBEST College)
  • Law (LLB)
  • Sociology
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science
  • Real Estate
  • Fashion Design
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Education / Bachelor of Education
  • Business Administration

A. Duration for students switching programmes is one and a half (1½) years.
B. Duration for pure Science, Arts, Business, or Home Economics students is one (1) year.

Note: Registration periods for both A and B are:

  • Registration (Nov/Dec): April – May | Writing of Exams: Oct – Nov

  • Registration (May/June): Jan – Feb | Writing of Exams: July – Aug

Applicants must:

  • Have completed Senior High School (SHS) with WASSCE results or equivalent.
  • For May/June Exams Session students must Offer a minimum of three (3) core subjects plus relevant electives, depending on the intended course of study.
  • Complete the Debest College Remedial Application Form.
  • Provide a valid ID (Passport, Ghana Card, Voter ID, Birth Certificate, or Baptismal Certificate).
  • Submit one (1) recent passport-size photograph.
  • Provide sponsor/guardian details (name, address, contact, profession, workplace).

Fees & Payment Information

Please note that fee amounts are updated directly by the DEBEST College Accounts Office. For the most accurate and current fees, kindly contact
0244 613 009.

Select your programme duration to view the correct fee structure:

For students not switching programmes

• Fees for all subjects
• Fee per subject
• Fees for five (5) subjects or more
• Fees for four (4) subjects or fewer – charged per subject

• Fees for all subjects
• Fee per subject
• Fees for five (5) subjects or more
• Fees for four (4) subjects or fewer – charged per subject

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