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Our Mission

The General Legal Council ensures fair and efficient legal education and upholds high professional standards in Ghana's legal practice

Our Vision

The vision of Ghana School of Law is to become a center of excellence in Africa and the world at large for professional legal training and research. The school is non-residential.

The Ghana School of Law was established in 1958, by Ghana’s first President Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, and was the first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa. The school is the leading Law School in the Sub-region and serves students from other Commonwealth countries in the Sub-region.

To cater to the increasing number of applicants both from within the country and beyond, the School currently has two additional campuses to the main campus namely the Kumasi campus based at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, KNUST, and the Greenhill Legon campus based at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration and UPSA.

We are indeed proud of our numerous alumni who are serving in various capacities throughout the world and advancing the cause of justice.

WELCOME FROM THE DIRECTOR
MESSAGE FROM THE REGISTRAR

Objectives

Provision of continuing legal education for professional lawyers and paralegals

Provision of facilities to enable professional lawyers to specialize in various areas of the law

Pupilage of newly enrollled lawyers

Training of suitable persons to become professional lawyers

WELCOME FROM THE DIRECTOR

It is a privilege to welcome you to the Ghana School of Law.

For over six decades, this institution has been the crucible through which many of Ghana’s finest legal minds have passed, judges, advocates, public servants, scholars, and leaders across every sphere of national life. You now join that distinguished tradition.

The study of law is not merely an academic pursuit. It is a calling to serve, to protect justice, strengthen institutions, and contribute meaningfully to our nation’s development. We therefore expect you to approach your training with discipline, humility, and a deep sense of responsibility.

At GSL, you will encounter rigorous teaching, practical training, and a community that is committed to excellence and ethical leadership. Engage fully. Read widely. Ask questions. Develop not only your intellect, but your character, your sense of duty, and your commitment to the rule of law.

As we continue to modernize legal education, strengthening digital systems, expanding student services, and reinforcing institutional standards, we ask for your partnership. Together, we are building a School that reflects the aspirations of Ghana and the demands of a rapidly evolving world.

I wish you a purposeful and enriching journey here. May your time at the Ghana School of Law prepare you not only to practice law, but to help shape the future of our nation.

Prof. Raymond Akongburo Atuguba

Ag. Director, Ghana School of Law

MESSAGE FROM THE REGISTRAR

Welcome to the Ghana School of Law

As Registrar, it is my duty and privilege to support your academic journey, ensure the smooth administration of all programmes, and uphold the standards that define this great institution. Whether you are joining us for the first time or continuing your studies, you are now part of a community built on discipline, integrity, and excellence.

The path you have chosen is demanding. Legal education requires rigour, not only in study, but in conduct, attitude, and respect for institutional systems. We encourage you to embrace the structures that guide your training, to engage actively with faculty and colleagues, and to approach every aspect of your work with professionalism.

Our administrative and support teams are here to assist you. From admissions and records, to academic scheduling, student services, IT support, and campus operations, we are committed to helping create an environment that enables learning, growth, and success. If you need guidance, request it early. If you face challenges, communicate with us. Partnership and accountability are the hallmarks of excellence.

This period also represents an important moment in the School’s evolution, strengthening academic delivery, streamlining processes, digitising key systems, and enhancing the student experience. We ask for your cooperation as we implement reforms designed to create a modern, efficient, and secure learning ecosystem.

We are confident that with commitment, discipline, and respect for the profession you aspire to join, your time here will be rewarding and transformative.

We wish you the very best in your studies and in your service to the law and our nation.

Mrs. Julliet Adu-Adjei

Registrar

Ghana School of Law