Degree Type:
Bachelor Of Medicine & Bachelor Of SurgeryDepartment of SurgeryAbout Programme:
Graduates of the programme will be readily employed by the Ministry of Health, Ghana Health Service and other health agencies to improve on the poor doctor-patient ratio in Ghana.
Career Opportunities:
Good health and total well-being is central to the development of any nation. As a developing nation, we cannot relegate the health of our nation to the background. The University of Cape Coast therefore felt the need to diversify its academic programmes to meet the health demands of the 21st Century by training medical doctors through the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) programme and other allied health personnel to help address the poor patient-doctor ratio in the country in order to make healthcare more accessible and readily available to Ghanaians The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) programme is a studentcentred problem-based integrated curriculum that is strongly community oriented. The programme is supported by a strong science faculty well equipped with anatomy, histology, biochemistry, physiology and clinical skills laboratories.
Entry Requirements:
i. Passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies; In addition to the above, applicants must have obtained good passes in three of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Elective Mathematics
ii. Applicants who satisfy the above requirements must have a total aggregate of 08 or better in six subjects (3 core and 3 electives) to qualify for short listing;
iii. Applicants with good B.Sc. (Human Biology), B.Sc. (Biomedical Sciences), B.Sc. (Physician Assistant) or other relevant degrees may be admitted to the MB ChB programme at level 200. Admission to Level 300 or above is normally considered on individual merit. Shortlisted applicants are required to attend an interview.
Degree Type:
Master of PhilosophyDepartment of Music and DanceAbout Programme:
The Master of Philosophy Program in Ethnomusicology is one that takes students through the variety of Music Research that have been done within different settings of the environment (ranging from indegenous native cultures to the interplay of musical cultures in modern settings). The program encompasses the inextricable interconnections between cultural anthropology, sociology, music research and other related fields.Career Opportunities:
.Entry Requirements:
To be admitted to pursue a programme of M.Phil in Ethnomusicology, in the Department of Music and Dance, the applicant must have obtained a good first degree from the University of Cape Coast or a recognised University.Degree Type:
Doctor of PhilosophyDepartment of Religion and Human ValuesEntry Requirements:
Applicant(s) for the programme must have one of the following:
I.
a. M.Phil in one of the above areas of specialisation. b. MA in any of the above areas of specialisation. Such a candidate may be required to read top-up courses at the M.Phil level, where necessary. c. A minimum of CGPA of 3.6 (i.e. First Class) in the first degree. Such a student must pass the M.Phil course work with a minimum CGPA of 3.0.
II.
a. All prospective students for the PhD programme must pass an interview.
Degree Type:
Master of PhilosophyDepartment of Religion and Human ValuesEntry Requirements:
Candidates should have at least a CGPA of 2.5 (i.e. Second Class [Lower Division]) in the first degree or its equivalence in Religious Studies and/or Theology
Degree Type:
Master of ArtsDepartment of Religion and Human ValuesCareer Opportunities:
The role of religion in the holistic development of societies is gradually increasing the importance society places on professionals in the field of religion. Religious extremism (violent acts inspired by religious beliefs) has also played a major role in destabilising countries and sub regions. Graduates in the programme have thus become key personnel recruited into national security and intelligence agencies to help deal with such religious extremism. The Human Value aspect of the programme trains students in what human rights are, and what constitutes human right abuses – a key demeaning factor of human value. Graduates can also find jobs in the following areas: Academia
Religious based NGOs engaged in anti religious extremism campaigns Civil Service through government’s cultural and religious agencies. Professional counselling Religious organisations Human rights NGOs
Entry Requirements:
Candidates should have at least a CGPA of 2.5 (i.e. Second Class [Lower Division]) in the first degree or its equivalence
Degree Type:
Bachelor of ArtsDepartment of Music and DanceProgramme Duration:
4 years (Standard Entry)About Programme:
The Dance program is meant to introduce students to the various aspects of Dance Research, Performance and Theory. Students who successfully go through the Program will acquire skills in the pedagogy of Dance (with an emphasis on African Dances), acquire enough content matter to be able to teach Dance at various pre-university levels of education, acquire skills in the theory and compostion of Choreography for a variety of purposes. The program will also prepare students to be able to pursue further studies in various fields of Performing Arts scholarship such as Dance in Education, Ethno-dance, Dance Psychology, Dance Therapy and so on.
Career Opportunities:
Ghana is a treasure trove of a variety of dances, which establishes cultural identities and enriches the artistic landscape of the country. From Damba to Adowa to Boborbor to Kpanlogo and a host of other dances, the history, beliefs and traditions of the Ghanaian people are well captured in the elaborate movements of the various dances. A Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance seeks to develop the ability of students to perform various traditional and contemporary dances as well as to understand the meaning of the dances they perform themselves.
Entry Requirements:
WASSCE applicants must have credit passes (A1-C6) in three core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies. In addition, applicants must have obtained three credit passes (A1-C6) in their elective subjects, at least one of which should be either Music, Creative Arts, or General Arts.
SSSCE applicants must have credit passes (A-D) in three core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies. In addition, applicants must have obtained three credit passes (A1-C6) in their elective subjects, at least one of which should be either Music, Creative Arts, or General Arts.
Applicants without the required elective subjects (Music, Creative or General Arts), but with previous music performance experience (e.g. in private, school or church groups) can apply. Also, professionals who do not meet the above requirements but have a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in recognised institutions can apply as mature candidates. Such applicants must pass an entrance examination.
Post-Diploma students in Music with a grade point average equivalent to Second Class Lower and above will be admitted into the programme. Such students will join the programme at level 300.