By | January 4, 2018

UCC Admission To Career Oriented Graduate Programmes

UCC Admission To Career Oriented Graduate Programmes 2021/2022 – Applications are invited from qualified persons for admission into career-oriented post graduate programmes (SANDWICH) of the University of Cape Coast for the 2021 Sandwich Semester. Vouchers for online application are up for sale at the centres listed below:

1.0     SALE CENTRES

a.       Cashier’s Office, University of Cape Coast (Mode of payment – CASH)

b.       University of Cape Coast – Accra Office, Tesano – Accra (Mode of payment – CASH)

c.       I-J Consult, Millennium City, (Off Pentecost Convention Centre Road), Kasoa (Mode of payment – CASH)

d.       Ghana Post Company Limited (Regional and District Capitals) – (Mode of payment – CASH)

e.       All Network Branches of GCB Bank Nationwide

f.        All Network Branches of ADB Bank Nationwide

g.      All Network Branches of GT Bank Nationwide

h.      All Network Branches of ARB Apex Bank Nationwide

i.        All Network Branches of Republic Bank Nationwide

j.        All Network Branches of Consolidated Bank Nationwide

k.      All Network Branches of Prudential Bank Nationwide

l.        All Network Branches of Zenith Bank Nationwide

1.1   COST OF APPLICATION E-VOUCHERS

     i.        Ghanaian Applicants                 –           GH¢ 320.00

                 ii.            International Applicants            –           USD$ 120.00 

ONLINE APPLICATION

Online applicants should visit http://apply.ucc.edu.gh/ then click onApply for Programmefor further instructions. Applicants should select thePOST GRADUATE ENTRY mode under VERIFY VOUCHER and login to continue the process.

2.0      GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

2.1     M.A./M.Sc./M.Ed/MBA

      A candidate seeking admission to pursue an MA/MSc/MEd/MBA degree programmes must:

              i.            Have obtained a good first degree in an appropriate field of study from a recognized university.

             ii.        All Non UCC Alumni are to submit an official transcript of academic record (UCC Alumni are to provide only their Registration Numbers).

    iii.    Satisfy additional requirement(s) prescribed by the College/Faculty/School/Department concerned, such as selection test/interview.

2.2      Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

      A candidate seeking admission to the Postgraduate Diploma programme must:

                             i.         Have obtained a first degree in a relevant area of study and taught for two years:

     ii.     All Non UCC Alumni are to submit an official transcript of academic record (UCC Alumni are to provide only their Registration Numbers).

   iii.    Satisfy additional requirement(s) prescribed by the College/Faculty/Centre for Teacher Professional Development, such as selection interview.

In special cases, applicants with Third Class Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years post-qualification experience may also be considered. Applicants will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.

3.0     DURATION OF PROGRAMMES/SCHEME OF EXAMINATION

3.1     M.A./M.Sc./M.Ed by Course Work

Two (2) sandwich semesters of 8-weeks duration each.

3.2     Master of Business Administration (MBA) by Course Work and Dissertation

Three (3) sandwich semesters of 8-weeks duration each.

3.2     Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) by Course Work and Long Essay with Supervised Teaching Practice

Two (2) sandwich semesters of 8-weeks duration each.

NOTE: (mid June to mid August each calendar year constitute one sandwich semester)

            PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE IN THE COLLEGES / FACULTIES / SCHOOLS /DEPARTMENTS/CENTRES/INSTITUTES

4.0      COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND LEGAL STUDIES

4.1        FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

4.1.2    Institute for Oil and Gas Studies

a.     Master of Business Administration – (M.B.A.) in Oil and Gas Management

The programme targets the following categories of persons: public and civil servants; officials working with Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) related to the oil and gas industry, engineers, scientists and other technical officers who require managerial training in oil and gas management, graduates from relevant disciplines.

          Specific Entry Requirements

i.                 Applicants should have a good first degree (at least Second Class Lower Division) in any field of study from a recognized academic institution.

ii.                Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the Institute. These may include relevant work experience, a written entrance examination and an interview.

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

            i.                    Fresh Students                        – GH ¢ 4,700.00

           ii.                  Continuing Students               – GH ¢ 5,300.00

b.            Master of Arts – (M.A.) in Communication in Oil and Gas Management

Persons targeted under this programme includes: Communication Practitioners, Administrators in the oil and gas industry, Non-Governmental Organisations and interested members of the general public.

          Specific Entry Requirements

i.                Applicants should have a good first degree (at least Second Class Lower Division) in any field of study from a recognized academic institution.

ii.                Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the Institute. These may include relevant work experience, a written entrance examination and an interview.                        

          Fees per sandwich semester

             i.                    Fresh Students                        –           GH ¢ 4,000.00

            ii.                  Continuing Students               –           GH ¢ 3,600.00

c.     Master of Science – (M.Sc.) in Oil and Gas Resource Management

The programme is targeted at the following categories of persons and agencies; Security Agencies, Educationists, District Assemblies, Persons in the Oil and Gas Allied Industries, Relevant Public Sector Institutions, NADMO, Civil Society Organisations, Journalists, Religious Community and Traditional Leaders.

           Specific Entry Requirements

i.                  Applicants should have a good first degree (at least Second Class Lower Division) in any field of study from a recognized academic institution.

ii.                 Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the Institute. These may include relevant work experience, a written entrance examination and an interview.

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

            i.                    Fresh Students                        –           GH ¢ 4,000.00

            ii.                  Continuing Students               –           GH ¢ 3,600.00

4.1.3        Department of Geography and Regional Planning 

a.               Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Disaster Management

Target Groups

Persons targeted under this programme include teachers in related fields such as: mining, civil and mechanical engineering, forestry and related fields; personnel from the Ghana Armed Forces, the Ghana Police Service, Immigration Service, Customs, Excise and Preventive Services (CEPS), Ghana Health Service (GHS), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) and industries.

Entry Requirements

i.                  Applicants should have a good first degree (at least Second Class Lower Division) in any field of study from a recognized academic institution.

ii.                Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the Faculty/Department. These may include relevant work experience, a written entrance examination and an interview.

Special Admissions

In special cases, an applicant with a weak first degree (i.e third class or pass) or those with a Diploma in any field in Social Sciences, Engineering, or other Safety and Disaster management related programmes from an accredited institution may also be admitted into the MSc. Disaster Management. Such applicant must:

i.                 Have considerable knowledge and experience in safety and disaster related issues or have worked at a management position for at least five years;

ii.                Be at least 30 years old and

iii.              Pass a selection interview conducted by the Department.

          Fees per sandwich semester

              i.                       Fresh Students                        –           GH ¢ 3,700.00

             ii.                     Continuing Students               –           GH ¢ 3,860.00

b.      Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Land Policy and Administration

  Target Groups

The programme targets the following categories of persons: Traditional Authorities (Chiefs and Queenmothers); Local Authorities (Metropolitan/Municipal/District Assemblies – MMDA’s); NGO’s and Civil Organizations; Legislators, the Judiciary; the Media; Religious Bodies, Public and Civil Servants.

Entry Requirements

i.                 Applicants should have a good first degree (at least Second Class Lower Division) in any field of study from a recognized academic institution.

ii.               Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the Faculty/Department. These may include relevant work experience, a written entrance examination and an interview.

Special Admissions

In special cases, an applicant with a weak first degree (i.e third class or pass) or those with a Diploma in any field in Social Sciences, Engineering, or other Safety and Disaster management related programmes from an accredited institution may also be admitted into the MSc. Disaster Management. Such applicant must:

i.                Have considerable knowledge and experience in safety and disaster related issues or have worked at a management position for at least five years;

ii.              Be at least 30 years old and

iii.             Pass a selection interview conducted by the Department.

          Fees per sandwich semester

            i.                   Fresh Students                        –           GH ¢ 3,700.00

            ii.                 Continuing Students               –           GH ¢ 3,860.00

4.1.4     Department of Population and Health 

a.     Master of Arts (M. A.) in Population and Health

     Specific Entry Requirements

i.      Applicants to this programme must have obtained a Bachelor of Arts (with Second Class) in one of the following areas; Population, Health, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Development Studies, Anthropology, Psychology,  Political Science Business Management, Actuarial Science, Mathematics and Statistics.     

ii      Candidates will have to pass an interview to be conducted by the Department.

     Fees per Sandwich Semester

     i.        Fresh Students                         –          GH¢ 3,560.00

           ii    Continuing Students               –           GH¢ 3,340.00

4.1.5     Department of Sociology and Anthropology 

Master of Arts (M. A.) in Sociology of Peace and Security

The goals of the programme are to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to improve their analysis of peace and security as well as skills in the analysis of social justice and human rights.

          Specific Entry Requirements

A candidate seeking admission to the Master of Arts Programme in Sociology of Peace and Security must:

i.         Have obtained a good first degree (at least a second class lower division) in any field of study from a recognized academic institution.

ii.    Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the Faculty or Department. These may include relevant work experience, a written entrance examination and an interview.

            Special Admission

In special cases, an applicant who does not have a first degree but otherwise adjudged suitable may be admitted into a non-research postgraduate programme. Such an applicant must:

i.        Have special knowledge and considerable experience in his/her area of interest;

ii.       Have, at least, G.C.E ‘O’ Level/SSCE/WASSCE passes in English Language and Mathematics;

iii.    Have a Diploma in the relevant field of study; and

iv.     Be, at least, 30 years of age.

            Target Groups

This programme targets workers in the Security Agencies: (Police, Armed Forces, Prison   Service, Customs, and Immigration Services), Houses of Chiefs, District, Municipal and Metropolitan Assemblies, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO’s), Community-Based Organisations (CBO’s) and Civil Society Organisations (CSO’s), Media Organisations, Religious Organizations, Political Organisations (The Executives, the Judiciary and the Legislature), and Ministries. 

     Fees per Sandwich Semester

                  Fresh Students                            –          GH¢ 4,800.00

                  Continuing Students                   –           GH¢ 4,500.00

4.2       SCHOOL FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

4.2.1     Department of Labour and Human Resource Studies (DOLAHRS)

              i.    Master of Arts (M.A) in Human Resource Management

Targeting HRM personnel, principal officers of schools, trade unions, employers and NGO executives.

            ii.        Master of Arts (M.A) in Human Resource Development

Targeting HRD personnel, principal officers of training institutions, NGOs and Consulting Firms.

       iii.   Master of Arts (M.A) in Labour Studies

                 Entry requirement

1.                                  Applicants seeking admission into the Masters in Labour Studies must satisfy ALL admissions requirements to an MA programme in the University of Cape Coast.

2.                                  Special Admissions may be granted to applicants who do not have a first degree, but have a Postgraduate Certificate in Labour Policy Studies (LPS)/ Diploma in Labour Studies (DLS) with a minimum of a second class upper division. 

 4.2.2     Department of Environment, Governance and Sustainable Development (DEGSuD)

i.    Master of Arts (M.A) in Environmental Management and Policy (EMP)

Targeting NGO personnel, District Assembly staff and staff of Environmental Management Agencies.

     ii.     Master of Arts (M.A) in Democracy, Governance, Law and Development (DGLD)

Targeting members of Parliament, staff and members of District Assemblies, NGO personnel, Traditional Authorities.

           iii.  Master of Arts (M.A) in  Governance and Sustainable Development (GSD)

The programme targets District Assembly staff, staff of decentralized departments, traditional authorities, NGO personnel and all persons interested in local level development management. 

4.2.3     Department of Peace Studies (DPS)

                 Master of Arts (M.A) in Peace and Development Studies (PDS)

The programme targets staff of Security Agencies, Traditional Authorities, District Assemblies, Religious Organisations, Judiciary, Media, Public and Civil Service and Political Parties.

            Specific Entry Requirements

            Master of Arts – (M.A) GSD, EMP, HRD, HRM, DGLD, PDS, MLS

The programmes are available to First Degree holders with at least Second Class (Lower Division). Provision is made for special candidates without the above qualification, from the public service, industry and international organizations. Such candidates must be at least 30 years old by June, 2021.

            Fees (Fresh Students)

            Admission is on fee-paying basis as follows:

          Fresh Students

Master of Arts – M.A (HRM, EMP, DGL, GSD, HRD, PDS)   – GH¢ 5,360.00

          Continuing Students

Master of Arts – M.A (EMP, DGL, GSD, HRM, HRD, PDS)   – GH¢ 5,820.00

4.3      SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS

4.3.1        Department of Economics Studies 

a.      Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Economics

The MSc Economics programme is intended to train economists in advanced theory and methods, mainly for policy analysis and economic management within government, and the private sector. The programme provides a very good foundation in core disciplines such as Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics and Mathematics and prepares the student for a career as a professional economist.

Target Group

The MSc in Economics programme has been developed for the prospective professional economist who aims to pursue a career either in the public or the private sector in addition to other suitably qualified administrators, senior and middle managers, and specialists who may be working in a range of situations, for example in: the civil or wider public service, including the state regulatory agencies and commercial and non-commercial state bodies, the private sector – in large public companies, banks, financial institutions and in legal, accountancy and management consultancy firms; and voluntary and not-for-profit organisations, including trade unions and sectorial and trade associations.

Specific Entry Requirements

i.      A good Bachelor’s Degree with at least a second class lower division awarded in social sciences, statistics, mathematics, engineering, applied physical sciences and related disciplines.

ii.       In addition, applicants will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.

Fees per sandwich semester

           i.                    Fresh Students                        –           GH ¢4,800.00

           ii.                  Continuing Students               –           GH ¢4,500.00

b.      Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Economics of Technology and Development

            This programme is targeted at personnel from industrial establishments, private entrepreneurs, middle and top level decision-makers from public institutions and NGOs.

          Target Group

The programme is suitable for graduate students from a range of functions and levels and will benefit from multi-functional/organizational participation. People who would value attending the course include technologists, engineers, researchers, designers, product managers, strategic planners, marketing officers, entrepreneurs, teachers and all institutions that finance innovative firms such as banking, private equity or venture capital.

          Specific Entry Requirements

i.        A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university with at least Second Class Lower Division in the Social Sciences, Pure Sciences or Applied Sciences.

ii.   In addition, applicants will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.

          Fees per sandwich semester

i.          Fresh Students                        –           GH ¢4,800.00

            ii.       Continuing Students                –           GH ¢4,500.00

c.    Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Economics (Top-Up)

This programme is designed to provide students with MSc. Economics, MSc. Microfinance and MSc. Economics of Technology and Development, the opportunity to earn an MPhil in Economics degree. It is intended to train economists to gain advanced knowledge in economic research for policy analysis and economic management within government, and the private sector. This Top-Up programme at the Department of Economic Studies would provide a further understanding into research in economic disciplines such as Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Quantitative methods. The programme provides an excellent foundation for a career as a professional economist and as a prerequisite for Doctorate in Economics programme offered in the University of Cape Coast or any other university around the world.

          Specific Entry Requirements

i.          Applicant must possess a good MSc/MA/MBA in disciplines such as Economics, Microfinance, Economics of Technology & Development, Finance, Development Studies, Engineering, Purchasing and Supply, Statistics, Actuarial Science and related disciplines.

ii.       Applicant must have obtained a CGPA of at least 2.5 in his/her course work.

iii.       In addition to the above, applicants will be required to pass selection interview.

            Target Groups

The MPhil in Economics (top-up sandwich programme) has been developed to target prospective professional economists who aim to pursue a career either in the public or the p rivate sector in addition to other suitably qualified administrators, senior and middle-level managers, and specialists.

          Fees per sandwich semester

i.         Fresh Students             –           GH ¢4,800.00

      ii.       Continuing Students     –           GH ¢4,500.00

4.3.2     Department of Applied Economics

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Microfinance

          This programme is targeted at personnel from industrial establishments, private  entrepreneurs, middle and top level decision-makers from public institutions and NGOs.

          Specific Entry Requirements

i.           A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University with at least Second Class Lower Division in the Social Sciences, Business or related disciplines.

ii.            In addition, applicants will be required to pass a selection interview.

          Fees per sandwich semester

            i.               Fresh Students            –           GH ¢4,800.00

            ii.            Continuing Students   –           GH ¢4,500.00

4.3.3     Department of Data Science and Economic Policy

a.                Master of Science (M.Sc.) in  Economic Policy Modeling

This programme aims to equip students with the art of economic policy modeling with emphasis on model conceptualization, development and building. Students will be exposed to a variety of economic policy analytical tools and models for policy planning and analysis.

          Specific Entry Requirements

i.         Candidate must have a first degree with at least Second Class Lower Division in the Social Sciences, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Applied Physical Sciences and Related disciplines.

ii.    Experienced practitioners without the above qualifications are also eligible to apply but they must have university-based diploma level qualification or equivalent qualification.

iii.       In addition to the above, applicants will be required to pass a selection interview

          Target Group

This programme is aimed at building the capacity of middle and senior level policy officials and managers directly connected with public policy issues, designing models for planning, monitoring and evaluating macroeconomic policies. Officials of Government Ministries, MMDAs, Ghana Statistical Service, National Development Planning Commission, Financial Institutions, Policy think-tanks, Research Institutions, Universities and non-governmental organisations, are some of the target beneficiaries. 

Fees per sandwich semester

i.                    Fresh Students            –           GH ¢4,800.00

ii.                  Continuing Students   –           GH ¢4,500.00

b.          Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Data Management and Analysis

This programme seeks to provide knowledge on data management approaches and hands-on analytical skills to enhance an incremental use of data in teaching, research and policymaking.

          Specific Entry Requirements

Students to be enrolled should have a minimum of first degree with 2nd class in a      discipline that has statistics or quantitative techniques as one of the subjects pursued.

            Target Groups

The programme seeks to reach out to individuals and organizations with both professional and academic interest in data management, analyses and research. Also, individuals with professional experience in any of the disciplines in the humanities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Specifically, staff of the following institutions: Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Trade and Industry, Institute of Economic Affairs, Ghana Statistical Service, National Development Planning Commission, MMDAs and Financial Institutions, etc will benefit from the programme.

          Fees per sandwich semester

i.                    Fresh Students            –           GH ¢4,800.00

ii.                  Continuing Students    –          GH ¢5,000.00

4.4      FACULTY OF ARTS

4.4.1    Department of Religion and Human Values

          a. Master of Arts – (M.A.) in Religion and Human Values

          Specific Entry Requirements

i.         An applicant must have a first degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 in Theology, Religious Studies or any relevant discipline from a recognized University and/or Seminary or Theological institution. All applicant for the programme will go through an interview.

ii.   An applicant with a Diploma in Religious Studies or Theology from a recognized University and/or Seminary or Theological institution with not less than five years of experience in the Ministry as a Pastor or from a relevant field. Such applicant MUST write an entrance examination in addition to the interview and should not be less than 30years old.

Target Group

a.          First degree holders who wants to build a career in academic

b.          Teachers who want to deepen their knowledge in the study of Religion and Human Values

c.          Pastors who intend to broaden their knowledge in religion

d.          Any other person interested in the academic study of religion and Human Values.

            Fees per Sandwich Semester

             i.              Fresh Students                         –          GH¢ 5,000.00

             ii.            Continuing Students                –          GH¢ 4,000.00

b.      Top-up from MA to MPhil (Religion and Human Values)

            Specific Entry Requirements

            Candidates seeking admission to Top-up from MA to MPhil (Religion and Human Values) must have:

i.                    An M.A Degree in Religion and Human Values.

ii.                  An equivalent Master’s degree

iii.                Applicants must have obtained a minimum CGPA of 2.5 in the MA programme

Fees per Sandwich Semester

  Fresh Students                         –          GH¢ 5,000.00

4.4.2  Department of French

a.                   Master of Arts – (M.A) in Language and Didactics in French

b.                  Master of Arts – (M.A) in Bilingual Translation

c.                   Top-up Master to Philosophy (MPhil) Language and Didactics in French

d.                  Top-up Master to Philosophy (MPhil) Bilingual Translation

          Fees per sandwich semester

          Fresh Students

            M.A (Language and Didactics in French)                                 –           GH¢ 4,300.00

            M.A (Language and Didactics in French) International Students   –                 $ 1,100.00

            MA (Bilingual Translation)                                                        –           GH¢ 4,300.00

            MA (Bilingual Translation) International Students                        –                 $ 1,100.00

            Top-up from MA to MPhil (Language and Didactics in French)       –           GH¢ 5,000.00

            Top-up from MA to MPhil (Language and Didactics in French)  

            International Students                                                                –                 $ 1,200.00

            Top-up from MA to MPhil (Bilingual Translation)                         –            GH¢ 5,000.00

            Top-up from MA to MPhil (Bilingual Translation)

            International Students                                                                –                $ 1,200.00

          Continuing Students

            Master of Arts-M.A (Language and Didactics in French)               –           GH¢ 4,000.00

4.4.3        Department of Communication Studies

a.    Master of Arts – (M.A.) in Communication Studies

        Target groups

The programme targets Teachers, Public Relations Practitioners, Non-Governmental Organizations, Advertising Agents, Political Communicators, Journalists, Broadcasters, Speech Writers, Publicists, Personal Assistants, Event Managers and other professionals.

      Specific Entry Requirements

Candidates seeking admission into the programme must have a good first degree (at least a second class lower division in B.A (Arts). Also, candidates with a degree in social sciences and other related fields from a recognised University in the following areas can apply:

a.   B.Ed (Arts) with English

b.    B.A (Arts) in English

c.   Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies

A Bachelor’s Degree in other appropriate fields of study.

Candidates must also pass a selection interview.

      Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                                    –          GH¢ 4,300.00

ii.      Continuing Students                           –          GH¢ 4,000.00

b.      Master of Arts (M.A.) in Teaching Communicative Skills  

        Target groups

The programme targets Teachers, Public Relations Practitioners, Non- Governmental Organizations, Advertising Agents, Political Communicators, Journalists, Broadcasters, Speech Writers, Publicists, Personal Assistants, Event Managers and other professionals.

      Specific Entry Requirements

  Candidates seeking admission into  the programme must have a good first degree (at least a second class lower division in B.A (Arts). Also, candidates with a degree in social sciences and other related fields from a recognised university in the following areas can apply.

a.       B.Ed (Arts) with English

b.      B.A (Arts) in English

c.       Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies

A Bachelor’s Degree in other appropriate fields of study.

      Candidates must also pass a selection interview.

      Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                                    –           GH¢ 4,300.00

ii.      Continuing Students                           –           GH¢ 4,000.00

4.5       SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

The School of Business offers the following MBA and MSC programmes (by course work and dissertation).

Duration

The programmes are run for the following durations:

a) MBA   –           Three (3) sandwich semesters

b) MSC   –           Two (2) sandwich semesters

4.5.1    Department of Accounting

Master of Business Administration- (MBA) in Accounting

          This programme targets personnel practising and prospective Managers.

          Duration

          The programme is run over three (3) Sandwich Semesters spanning over 24 months

          Specific Entry Requirements

1.                  A bachelor’s degree from a recognized University with at least Third Class plus two years post-graduation work experience.

2.                Professional qualification such as ICA, ACCA and CIMA plus two years post-qualification work experience.

In addition to the above, applicants will be required to attend a selection interview for the determination of their suitability for the programme

Fees

The programme is on fee-paying basis

i.                    Fresh Students                                          –           GH¢ 4,660.00

ii.                  Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 4,240.00

4.5.2  Department of Finance

i.      Master of Commerce (MCom) in Finance (Top-up)

Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants must have

1.      Non-research master’s degree in Finance with CGPA of 2.5 or better and a good grade in Research Methods and Statistics

2.      Pass selection interview

Master of Business Administration- (MBA) in Finance

This programme targets personnel practising and prospective Managers.

     Specific Entry Requirements

1.      A good Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University with at least a Second Class Lower Division.

2.      Professional qualification such as ICA, ACCA and CIMA plus two years post-qualification work experience.

In addition to the above, applicants will be required to attend a selection interview for the determination of their suitability for the programme.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

      i.                    Fresh Students                                          –           GH¢ 4,660.00

      ii.                  Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 4,240.00

4.5.3    Department of Management

a.      Master of Business Administration- (MBA) in Management

Target groups

The programme targets Government Workers, Managers, Graduates from relevant disciplines, Management Analysts, Administrators in public and private institutions, Chief Executive Officers and Project Managers

Duration

The programme is run over three (3) Sandwich Semesters spanning over 24 months

Fees per Sandwich Semester

       i.        Fresh Students                                          –           GH¢ 4,660.00

       ii.   Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 4,240.00 

b.      Master of Science –(M.Sc) in  Public Policy and Management

Target groups

The programme targets graduates from all disciplines, Consultants, Government Workers, Policy Makers, Policy Analysts, Managers and Chief Executive Officers.

Duration

The programme is run over two (2) Sandwich Semesters

Specific Entry Requirements (a and b)

i.                    All applicants to both programmes must hold a Bachelor’s Degree with at least Third Class from a recognized University.

ii.                  All applicants should have two years’ working experience.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                                          –           GH¢ 4,890.00

            ii.   Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 4,475.00

4.5.4    Department of Human Resource Management

            Master of Business Administration- (MBA) in Human Resource Management

This programme targets graduates from all disciplines, Administrators in public and private institutions, Government worksers, Chief Executive Officers and Managers.

            Specific Entry Requirement

a.       A bachelor’s degree from a recognized University with at least Second Class Lower division.

b.      Applicant with Third Class may be considered.

c.       Holders of professional qualification such as IHRMP, CIPD, ICA, ACCA and CIMA plus two years post qualification work experience can apply.

Duration

The programme will run for three (3) sandwich semesters.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                                          –           GH¢ 4,660.00

            ii.   Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 4,240.00 

4.5.5    Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management

a.      Master of Business Administration- (MBA) in Marketing

The programme is targeted at individuals who want to develop careers in Marketing, particularly in Education, Financial Services, Hospitality, Public Sectors, Consultancy, and other areas.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                                          –           GH¢ 4,660.00

            ii.   Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 4,240.00

b.    Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Procurement and Supply Chain Management

The programme is targeted at individuals who want to develop careers in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Stores and Warehousing Management.

NB:

This is a Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) UK ACCREDITED Master’s degree, hence, students who graduate from the programme and have had at least three years (Pre- or Post- qualification) work experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Management are eligible to apply and be admitted to full membership (MCIPS) of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, UK.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                                          –           GH¢ 6,890.00

            ii.   Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 6,475.00 

c.     Master of Science (M.Sc) in Project Management

This programme is targeted at existing and prospective individuals in the field of Project Risk Management and Project Procurement to improve their knowledge and skills in managing both local and international projects. 

Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                                          –           GH¢ 4,890.00

            ii.   Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 4,475.00

Duration

The MSc. programmes will run for two Sandwich-Semesters, spanning over 12 months

The MBA programmes will run for three Sandwich-Semesters, spanning over 24 months

Specific Entry Requirement (a, b, and c)

MBA/MSc

a.       A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

OR

b.      Professional qualification, such as CIM, ICA, ACCA, CIMA and CIPS, plus three years post qualification work experience

d. Top-Up Programmes

i. Master of Commerce (Marketing)

ii. Master of Commerce (Procurement and Supply Chain Management)

iii. Master of Commerce (Project Management)

NB: The top-up programme is for applicant with non-research master’s degree who are seeking to develop their competencies and research skills in any of the specialized areas.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

Fresh Students                                    –           GH¢ 9,800.00

4.5.6    Centre for Entrepreneurship and Small Enterprise Development

            Master of Business Administration- (MBA) in Entrepreneurship and Small Enterprise Development

This programme targets providers and potential professionals in Small Business Development Services and Consultants, Entrepreneurs, Policy Makers and Managers in Private and Public Sectors

Specific Entry Requirement

i.                    Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree of at least second class lower division from a recognized university. OR    

            ii.         Professional qualification, such as ICA, ACCA and CIMA, plus three years post qualification work experience.

            Duration

            The MBA programme will run for three semesters, spanning over 24 months

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                                        –           GH¢ 4,660.00

           ii.   Continuing Students                                 –           GH¢ 4,240.00

5.0     COLLEGE OF EDUCATION STUDIES

5.1     SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND OUTREACH

5.1.1  Centre for Teacher Professional Development

          Postgraduate Diploma in Education  

          Specific Entry Requirement

            Candidates seeking admission into the Postgraduate Diploma in Education programme  must:

 i.     Have obtained a good first degree and taught for a minimum of two years.

ii.     Submit an official transcript of academic record (Non UCC Alumni only).

iii.  Satisfy additional requirement(s) prescribed by the College/Faculty/Centre for Teacher Professional Development, such as selection interview.

In special cases, applicants with Third Class Bachelor’s degree with minimum of three years post-qualification experience may also be considered. Applicants will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.

            Duration

Two sandwich semesters with writing of long essay and supervised teaching practice between semesters

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

            i.           Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 4,750.00

            ii.          Continuing Students               –           GH¢ 4,251.00

5.1.2   Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA)

a.                  Master of Education- (M.Ed) in  Educational Administration

The programme provides a broad-based professional training in educational management and administration and equips students with requisite skills for meeting the leadership challenges facing educational institutions in Ghana. It explores the intellectual and practical problems facing educational management in contemporary times, with a view to increasing students’ understanding of and skills in management of resources and decision-making within the context of education.

Target Group

The programme is designed primarily for practitioners in Educational Management and Administration in the Ghana Education Service (GES) and Ministry of Education including Directors of Education, District Directors, Assistant Directors, Principals, Headmasters/Headmistress and aspiring Heads of Educational Institution. Heads of Private Educational Institutions with the requisite qualification are also eligible to apply.

          Specific Entry Requirements

Candidates with a good first degree from the University of Cape Coast or a recognized institution of higher learning may be considered for the programme.

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 4,000.00

 5.1.2   Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA)

i. M.Ed (Teacher Education)

The following subject areas of specialization will be mounted for this sandwich semester:

i.                    Ghanaian Language                            vii.  Social Studies     

ii.                  French Language                               viii. Agricultural Science       

iii.                English Language                               ix.   Education Studies

iv.                Economics

v.                  Religious and Moral Education

vi.                Mathematics      

          Specific Entry Requirements

Candidates must:

i.                    Have a good B.Ed, or B.A/ B.Sc degree plus Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)/ Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from a recognized University/analogous institution

ii.                  Submit an official transcript of academic records

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

            i.    Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 3,900.00

            ii.    Continuing Students               –           GH¢ 3,400.00

5.2     FACULTY OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS

5.2.1  Department of Guidance and Counselling

a.             Master of Education- (M.Ed.) in Guidance and Counselling 

This programme targets Teachers of basic, secondary Schools, and Lecturers of tertiary institutions.

            Specific Entry Requirements

              Candidates applying for admission to the MEd (Guidance and Counselling) programme should have:

A good first degree in any Education Programme.

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

           i.    Fresh Students                             –           GH¢ 3,820.00

          ii.   Continuing Students                     –           GH¢ 3,440.00

b.              Master of Arts- (MA) in Guidance and Counselling

The programme targets Religious Leaders, Social Workers, Senior Police Personnel, Senior Prison Officers, Accountants, and NGO Workers in Counselling Positions, Nurses and other Health Workers.

          Specific Admission Requirements

Candidates applying for admission to the MA (Guidance and Counselling) programme should have:

A good first degree in any other field of studies

          Fees per Sandwich Semester  

            i.        Fresh Students                             –           GH¢ 3,820.00

           ii.      Continuing Students                     –           GH¢ 3,440.00

c.       Master of Philosophy- (M.Phil) in Guidance and Counselling (Top-up)

The programme targets M.A and M.Ed Guidance and Counselling Graduates.

          Specific Admission Requirement

i.        Applicants must have a CGPA of at least 3.0 at MA/MEd course work

            Duration

            Three sandwich semesters.

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

               Fresh Students                        –          GH¢ 4,890.00

              Continuing Students               –           GH¢ 4,085.00

5.2.2  Department of Education and Psychology

a. Master of Education- (M.Ed.) in Measurement and Evaluation

            The programme targets teachers at the basic, secondary and tertiary levels, district, municipal and metro education staff and Ghana Education Service staff (headquarters)

          Specific Admission Requirements

Candidates with a good first degree from the University of Cape Coast or a recognized institution of higher learning may be considered for the programme.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

       i.                    Fresh Students                              –           GH¢ 3,932.00

       ii.                  Continuing Students                     –           GH¢ 3,620.00

      b.      Master of Arts- (MA.) in Measurement and Evaluation

The programme targets testing organisations, financial institutions, NGO workers in monitoring and evaluation and people involved in assessing students, workers etc.

          Specific Admission Requirements

i.        A good first degree in any field.

ii.      At least three years experience in testing, monitoring, and evaluation

Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                             –           GH¢ 3,932.00

ii.      Continuing Students                     –           GH¢ 3,620.00

c.             Master of Education- (M.Ed.) in Educational Psychology

The programme targets teachers at the basic, secondary and tertiary levels, district, municipal and metro education staff and Ghana Education Service staff (headquarters)

          Specific Admission Requirements

Candidates with a good first degree from the University of Cape Coast or a recognized institution of higher learning may be considered for the programme.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.        Fresh Students                             –           GH¢ 3,932.00

ii.      Continuing Students                     –           GH¢ 3,620.00

d.             Master of Education- (M.Ed) in  Special Education

Fees per Sandwich Semester

                 Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 3,932.00

          e.          Master of Science- (M.Sc) in  Industrial and Organisational Psychology

Fees per Sandwich Semester

Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 4,000.00

f.           Master of Philosophy- (M.Phil) in  Measurement and Evaluation (Top-up)

Fees per Sandwich Semester

Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 4,890.00

g.             Master of Philosophy- (M.Phil) in  Educational Psychology (Top-up)

Fees per Sandwich Semester

            Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 4,890.00

5.3       FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

5.3.1    Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation

a.             Master of Education- (M.Ed) in Physical Education

Targets Physical Education Teachers, Physical Education Coordinators, Physical Education Tutors in Colleges of Education, Professionals in Coaching and Sports Management Positions.

            Specific Entry Requirements

            Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:

i.       Must be a professionally trained teacher.

ii.      Must have a first degree in Physical Education and a minimum of 2 year experience in teaching.

b.            Master of Arts- (M.A) in Health Education

The programme targets School health programme coordinators or aspirants, personnel of NGOs in health-related activities, corporate and private fitness management personnel, public and community health service providers, persons aspiring to health education and promotion jobs.

          Specific Entry Requirements

            Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:

            i.           Good first degree in a Health or Physical Education related discipline.

           ii.         Good first degree, but not in a Health or Physical Education related discipline, and a minimum of two years’ experience in a Health or Physical Education related job.

          Fees per sandwich semester (a. and b.)

           i.           Fresh Students                 –          GH¢ 4,122.00

           ii.         Continuing Students       –           GH¢ 3,927.00

c.             Master of Philosophy- (M.Phil) in Physical Education (Top-up)

          Specific Entry Requirements

            Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:

i.           Must be a professionally trained teacher or physical education expert.

ii.         Must have M.Ed degree in Physical Education with a CGPA of 2.5

d.            Master of Philosophy- (M.Phil) in Health Education (Top-up)

          Specific Entry Requirements

            Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:

iii.       Must be a professionally trained teacher or physical education expert.

iv.       Must have M.Ed/MA/M.Sc degree in Health or Physical Education related discipline with a CGPA of 2.5

           Fees per sandwich semester (c. and d.)

       i.                    Fresh Students                  –           GH¢ 5,234.00

       ii.                  Continuing Students         –           GH¢ 4,394.00

5.3.2    Department of Science Education

a.      Master of Education- (MEd) in Science Education 

          Specific Entry Requirements

            Applicants to the Master of Education (Science Education) programme should be:

i.      Holders of a B.Ed (Science Education) or B.Ed (Basic Education) Science Option with a second class lower or better from a recognised University. OR

ii.    Holders of B.Sc. (Hons.) in Science or a Science related programme with Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)/Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from a recognized University.

          Fees per sandwich semester

                 i.          Fresh Students            –           GH¢ 4,343.00

                ii.          Continuing Students   –           GH¢ 4,675.00

5.3.3  Department of Mathematics and Information Technology Education   

a.     Master of Education- (M.Ed) in Mathematics Education

Specific Entry Requirements

i.    Holders of a B.Ed (Mathematics Education), B.Ed. (Mathematics) or B.Ed (Basic Education) Mathematics option with a second class lower or better from a recognised University.  OR

ii.  Holders of B.Sc (Hons.) in Mathematics or a Mathematics related programme AND a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)/Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from a recognized University.

In addition to either (i) or (ii), a minimum of two years’ experience of mathematics teaching at the basic, high school or college level will be required.

Holders of B.Ed (Basic Education) will take bridging courses to upgrade their content in Mathematics Education

          Fees per sandwich semester            

       i.        Fresh Students            –           GH¢ 3,735.00

       ii.      Continuing Students   –           GH¢ 3,550.00

b.    Master of Philosophy- (M.Phil) in Mathematics Education (Top-up)

Specific Entry Requirements

i. Should have obtained a CGPA of 2.50 or better in the Master of Education (M.Ed) course work.

ii. Should have obtained not more than one grade “C” in the Master of Education (M.Ed) course work

iii. Should have obtained a “B” score or better in the Master of Education (M.Ed) Research Methods course 

          Fees per sandwich semester            

               i.  Fresh Students        –           GH¢ 5,242.00

               ii. Continuing Students-         GH¢ 4,394.00

c.     Master of Education- (M.Ed) in Information Technology

Specific Entry Requirements

i. Should have obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Education (BEd) with at least Second Class (Honours);

ii. Should have obtained Bachelor’s Degree (B.A, BSc, BCom, BMS, etc) with at least Second Class (Honours) and a Diploma in Education.

          Fees per sandwich semester            

              Fresh Students            –           GH¢ 3,735.00

5.3.4     Department of Vocational and Technical Education (VOTEC)

i. Master of Education- (M.Ed) in Home Economics               

          Options

a.       Food and Nutrition

b.      Clothing and Textiles

c.       Family Issues and Management 

          This programme is targeted at home economics teachers, home economics probationers, nutritionists, fashion designers and other related fields

          Specific Entry Requirements

a.       Holders of Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics/Home Science with Second Class (Lower Division or better). Those who have Third class with a minimum of three years working experience are also eligible.

b.      BSc. in Home Economics

c.       Holders of B.Ed Basic Education, B. Ed or Psychology with options in Vocational Studies are also eligible for admission though will be required to take some additional courses at extra charges of GH₵1,200.00

d.      Holders of other degrees with some amount of experience in Teaching and or studying Home Economics or related fields are also eligible to apply.

NB: In all cases applicants should have background in education.

Applicants must indicate which one of the three options they are applying for.

          Fees per sandwich semester

i.     Fresh Students               –         GH¢ 3,992.00

ii.   Continuing Students       –         GH¢ 3,484.00

ii.  Master of Philosophy- (M.Phil) in Home Economics (Top-up)       

          Options

a.       Food and Nutrition

b.      Clothing and Textiles

c.       Family Issues and Management

          Specific Entry Requirements

            i. Holders of M.Ed Home Economics/Home Science CGPA of 2.5 and above

            ii. Holders of M.Tech. in related field with relevant background in education are also eligible to apply

NB: Applicants must indicate which one of the three options they are applying for.

          Fees per sandwich semester

          i. Fresh Students                 –         GH¢ 5,203.00

          ii. Continuing Students        –         GH¢ 3,774.00

5.4        FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES EDUCATION

The target group for the programmes under this Faculty includes the following: Heads/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate   Teachers, Personnel in curriculum or training units of public and private educational  institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/Ghana Education Service.

5.4.1    Department of Business and Social Sciences Education (DoBSSE)

          a. Master of Education- (M.Ed) in Accounting Educatio

          Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed) with specialty in Accounting or any other Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BSc/BCom, etc) in Accounting with a Diploma/Certificate in Education (if Certificate it must necessarily be at the post-graduate level (PGDE/PGCE).

            Target Groups

The programme targets Heads/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate Teachers, Personnel in Curriculum or Training Units of public and private educational institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/ Ghana Education Service.

b. Master of Education- (M.Ed.) in Management Education

Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed) with specialty in Management or any other Bachelor’s Degree (B.A/B.Sc etc) in Management with a Diploma/Certificate in Education (if Certificate it must necessarily be at the post-graduate level (PGDE/PGCE)

Target Group

The programme targets Head/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate Teachers, Personnel in Curriculum or Training Units of public and private educational institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/ Ghana Education Service.

c. Master of Education- (M.Ed) in  Economics Education

          Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed) with specialty in Economics or any other Bachelor’s Degree (B.A/B.Sc etc) in Economics with a Diploma/Certificate in Education (if Certificate it must necessarily be at the post-graduate level (PGDE/PGCE)

Target Groups

The programme targets Heads/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate Teachers, Personnel in Curriculum or Training Units of public and private educational institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/ Ghana Education Service.

d.    Master of Education- (M.Ed) in Social Studies Education

Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed) with specialty in Social Studies or any other Bachelor’s Degree (B.A/B.Sc etc) in Social Studies with a Diploma/Certificate in Education (if Certificate it must necessarily be at the post-graduate level (PGDE/PGCE)

Target Groups

The programme targets Heads/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate Teachers, Personnel in Curriculum or Training Units of public and private educational institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/ Ghana Education Service.

Fees per Sandwich Semester (a, b, c and d)

                                i.            Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 3,994.00

                              ii.            Continuing Students               –           GH¢ 3,770.00

          a.  M.Phil (Management Education) Top-up

 Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess M.Ed/MA/MSc in Management/Administration or any related discipline

Target Groups

The programme targets Heads/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate Teachers, Personnel in Curriculum or Training Units of public and private educational institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/ Ghana Education Service.

          b. M.Phil (Social Studies Education) Top-up

Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess M.Ed/MA/MSc in Social Studies, Development Studies or any related discipline

Target Groups

The programme targets Heads/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate Teachers, Personnel in Curriculum or Training Units of public and private educational institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/ Ghana Education Service.

     c. M.Phil (Accounting Education) Top-up

Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess M.Ed/MA/MSc in Accounting or any related discipline.

Target Groups

The programme targets Heads/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate Teachers, Personnel in Curriculum or Training Units of public and private educational institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/ Ghana Education Service.

d. M.Phil (Economics Education) Top-up

Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to possess M.Ed/MA/MSc in Economics or any related discipline.

Target Groups

The programme targets Heads/Managers of public and private educational institutions, Professional Graduate Teachers, Personnel in Curriculum or Training Units of public and private educational institutions and Personnel in the Curriculum and Research Unit of the Ministry of Education/ Ghana Education Service.

Fees per sandwich semester (a, b, c, and d)

      i.       Fresh Students                     –         GH¢ 4,792.00

     ii.    Continuing Students            –          GH¢ 4,677.00

5.4.2  Department of Arts Education

a. Master of Education- (M.Ed.) in Arts Education

Specialization: History, Religion, English, French, Ghanaian Languages and Music

            Applicants are expected to possess the following:

i.        Bachelor’s degree (at least Second Class Lower Division) in Education (B.Ed) with a major in English Language and Literature, French Languages, Ghanaian Languages, Music, History and Religious Studies.

ii.      Bachelor’s degree (at least Second Class Lower Division) in Arts (B.A. Arts) with a major in English Language and Literature, French Language, Ghanaian Languages, Music, History, Religious Studies, with a Diploma/Post-Graduate Certificate in Education/Post Graduate Diploma in Education.

Fees per Sandwich Semester

               i.     Fresh Students                      –           GH¢ 4,105.00

               ii.    Continuing Students             –           GH¢ 3,921.00

             b.      Master of Philosophy-M.Phil. (Arts Education) Top-up

Specialization: History, Religion, English, French, Ghanaian Languages and Music

            Applicants are expected to possess:

i.  Bachelor’s degree in Arts Education – B.Ed (Arts) 2nd Class Lower or better

ii. MEd (Arts) degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 in History, Religion, English, French, Ghanaian Language and Music

Fees per sandwich semester

i.        Fresh Students                        –         GH¢ 4,105.00

     ii.    Continuing Students               –           GH¢ 3,921.00

6.0     COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL SCIENCES

6.1     SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE

6.1.2   Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension

        i. Master of Science- (M.Sc) in NGO Studies and Management

The programme is designed to train qualified and interested development professionals, who would effectively manage the NGO sector, a crucial sector in national and international development.

Target Groups

The Programme targets middle and senior level staff of NGOs, CBOs, FBOs, Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs); Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs); and university graduates with keen interest in working with the above  

entities, as well as individuals wishing to start their own NGOs. 

Specific Entry Requirements

First degree, Bachelor’s holders with minimum of second class lower from a public or private University. Applicants will then be interviewed.

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

i.      Fresh Students                      –           GH¢ 3,800.00

ii.     Continuing Students             –           GH¢ 3,900.00

Master of Philosophy- (MPhil) in NGO Studies and Community Development (Top-Up)

The programme is designed to train qualified and interested development professionals, who would effectively manage the NGO sector, a crucial sector in national and international development.

Target Groups

The Programme targets middle and senior level staff of NGOs, CBOs, FBOs, Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs); Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs); and University graduates with keen interest in working with the above  

entities, as well as individuals wishing to start their own NGOs.

Specific Entry Requirements

MSc. in NGO Studies and Management from the University of Cape Coast with CGPA of 2.5, interview inclusive.

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

           Fresh Students                        –           GH¢ 4,000.00

6.2     SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES

6.2.1    Department of Mathematics

a.   Master of Science- (M.Sc.) in Mathematics 

          Specific Entry Requirements

Candidates seeking admission to this programme must have a good first degree at least, a Second Class Lower Division in the following: BSc. (Mathematics), BSc. (Mathematics-with-Economics), BSc. (Mathematics-with-Business), BSc. (Mathematics and Statistics), BSc. (Mathematics and Computer Science), and BEd. (Mathematics).

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

                                   i.        Fresh Students             –           GH¢ 5,636.21

                                 ii.       Continuing Student      –           GH¢ 5,260.21 

6.2.2   Department of Statistics

a.     Master of Science- (MSc) in Statistics 

Specific Entry Requirements

i.   Applicants must have obtained a good first-degree (Second Class Lower Division or better) in the following programmes; BSc (Statistics), BSc (Mathematics and Statistics),  BSc (Statistics and Economics), and BSc (Statistics and Computer Science).

ii. A good first degree in other related programmes with sufficient content in Statistics

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

           Fresh Students            –           GH¢ 5,636.21

           Continuing Students   –           GH¢ 5,360.21

7.0       COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES

7.1     SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY

          Master of Science- (M.Sc.) in Advanced Nursing Practice

The programme targets all registered nurses in the Health Services, those teaching in Nurses’ Training Colleges, Nurse Managers, Nurse Educationists, and Nurse Clinical Practitioners.

          Specific Entry Requirements

            Candidates:

i.     Must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with at least Second Class Lower Division from a recognized institution.

ii.   Should be a registered nurse.

iii.     Must have a minimum of three (3) years working experience as a professional nurse.

iv.     Will be required to pass a written examination followed by a formal interview.

v.       Non-degree nurse with ten (10) years working experience and an Advanced Diploma in a specialty area may be considered.

vi.     Must have an active registration with the Nurses and Midwives Council (NMC) Ghana.

If offered a place, the candidate must complete a health check and provide satisfactory references

          Fees per Sandwich Semester

      i.    Fresh Students –           GH¢ 5,000.00

      iii.  Continuing Students – GH¢ 4,700.00

Foreign Students

       i.    Fresh Students             –           $ 2,000.00

       ii.  Continuing Students     –           $ 1,900.00

       iii. Fees should be paid by direct deposit into the University main Accounts

8.0     COMPLETION OF APPLICATION FORMS

Applicants are advised to read very carefully, the instructions in the Admission Brochure for Career-Oriented Post Graduate Programmes (Sandwich) 2021 before completing the forms. Two prepaid EMS envelopes are provided and should be self-addressed by applicants.

Applicants are required to give the following information at the back of the large EMS envelope: (a) Full name (b) Postal Address (c) Programme Choice. 

9.0    SUBMISSION OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS

(a)  Completed Application (printout of online application form plus accompanying documents in large EMS envelop) should reach The Deputy Registrar, School of Graduate Studies, University of Cape Coast by Friday, 30th April, 2021.

(b)     No additional documents will be accepted after submission of application forms.                  

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