5th International Conference for Post Graduate Students

Date/Time/Duration
Tuesday, June 2, 2020 - 8:00am
Venue/Location
University of Cape Coast
Organized By
School of Graduate Studies
Speaker(s)
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5th International Conference for Post Graduate Students

Call for Papers

The School of Graduate Studies, UCC in collaboration with the Graduate Students Association of Ghana (GRASAG), UCC and Atlantic FM announces an international conference on the issues of postgraduate research and education dubbed Orienting Postgraduate Studies to address contemporary Global Issues to take place at the University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana.

THEME:

ORIENTING POSTGRADUATE STUDIES TO ADDRESS CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES

SUB-THEMES:

  • HEALTH, EDUCATION AND WELFARE
  • GROWTH AND INEQUALITY
  • AGRICULTURE, FOOD SECURITY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
  • ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE
  • INSTITUTIONS, GOVERNANCE, DEMOCRACY AND LAW
  • RELIGION, CULTURE, MUSIC AND HISTORY
  • SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
  • COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
  • BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND DEVELOPMENT
  • PEACE, SECURITY AND TERRORISM

KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Prof. Philip Ebow Bondzie-Simpson

TITLE: Orienting Postgraduate Studies to Address Contemporary Global Issues

LEAD PAPER: Prof. Dora Francisca Edu-Buandoh

TITLE: Resource Implications for Promoting Graduate Work: Human, Monetary and Materials

CHAIRMAN: Vice Chancellor, University of Cape Coast

EXPECTED PARTICIPATION

The focus of the conference is on the research of graduate students and graduate education issues. While this conference is targeted at graduate students and faculty, industry professionals with interest in graduate education are welcome to attend.

CONFERENCE DATE:

 Date: 2nd June, 2020 – 4th June, 2020

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES AND DEADLINE

  • All abstracts must be written in English, not more than 250 words for both the paper and poster presentations, bearing the name(s) and contact address(es) of the author(s).
  • All full papers must be written in English, bearing the name(s) and contact address(es) of the author(s).
  • Abstract and/or Full Paper should be submitted to the School of Graduate Studies official email (graduatestudies@ucc.edu.gh) and copy to Prof. Kankam Boadu (kankam.boadu@ucc.edu.gh)
  • Deadline for Submission of Abstract: 10th April, 2020
  • Deadline for Submission of Full Paper: 10th May 2020

Publications: Electronic copies of the book of abstract and refereed conference proceedings shall be available to all registered participants.

REGISTRATION AND CONFERENCE FEE:

S/N DESCRIPTION GHc USD FOOD (Lunch)
1. GRASAG, UCC Members 100   Yes
2. Other participants 150   Yes
3. International participants   100 Yes
4. Reviewing of Abstract 50 15  
  • Local participants will pay GHS 50 for each abstract submitted for review
  • International participants will pay USD 15 for each abstract submitted for review
  • The cost of accommodation and transport are not included in the conference fee. Participants should arrange their own accommodation and travelling services on and around campus to meet their own needs, preferences and budget. Participants will be provided with conference materials, snack and lunch during the period.

BANK DETAILS:
Bank Name: National Investment Bank, Cape Coast Branch.

  • Account Name: School of Graduate Studies
  • Account Number: 1111000120801; Swift Code: NIBGGHAC (Applicants outside Ghana only)

Kindly email a soft copy of the payment receipt to sgs.accounts@ucc.edu.gh. Any challenge with the payment process should be channeled through same the medium.

Follow this link to register for the conference

FOR FURTHER ENQUIRIES, REGISTRATION AND SUBMISSION CONTACT:

Prof Kankam Boadu                     0244708348

Mrs Mavis Opoku Boadu             0244377889

Albert Awortwi Sagoe                  0202428030 (ACCOMODATION)

Stephen Antwi Winful                  0243512567

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