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$12,000
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Degree Type:
Doctor of PhilosophyDepartment of Population and HealthAbout Programme:
Since the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) of Cairo, 1994, there has been a new orientation towards the interface of population and development, a perspective, which has been reinforced in the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The nature of other demographic variables namely fertility, migration (both internal and international), and urbanization have also undergone transformation with changes in national and global development. For instance, levels of fertility in some African countries have declined very fast; some have plateaued, while others have remained high within the last two decades. Mortality, especially among children has also declined. Among the population agenda are identifying strategies, processes and indicators in population, which can be used to assess the achievement of the MDG, which cover a wide range of demographic variables.
The spread of diseases in time and space, perception of aetiology of diseases, attitudes to and health seeking behaviours are functions of individual and collective attributes of a group of people. Changes in socio-economic conditions and demographic characteristics give rise to a number of health challenges such as obesity, sexually transmitted infections, emergence of new diseases (e.g. Ebola, avian flu and SARS) and those associated with ageing. The proportion of the population aged 65 years and above is rising due to increases in expectation of life as a result of improved health facilities, sanitation and changes in diets. One outcome of longevity is the emergence of degenerative diseases.
Current thinking in population education is to train students who have analytical skills in both technical and substantive demography. The essential skills include analytical skills for data collection, management and analysis, problem-solving skills and decision-making skills which involve ability to weigh options and take decisions. There is also the need for a generation of students who can be critical in their analysis of population and health interface as well as interested in life-long learning as professionals in the field of population. Teaching and learning, will be geared towards the development of such skills which will enable them contribute to the search for strategies for the socio-economic development of the country.
Objectives
The main objective of the programme is to undertake teaching and research in population science and social dimensions of health at the graduate level. The focus will be on aspects of technical and substantive demography and the socio-political and economic dimensions of population and health. The specific objectives are to: provide avenues for students to develop analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills in population and socio-cultural and economic aspects of health; promote research relating to the interface of population and socio-cultural dimensions of health; and produce the next generation of academics in population and development.
Career Opportunities:
The goal of the programme is produce graduates and professionals specializing in teaching and research in population and the social dimensions of health.
Entry Requirements:
Candidates to this programme must have obtained first class at the bachelor’s level or a Masters degree in one of the following areas: Population, Health, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Development Studies, Government, Business Management, Biological, Physical or Agricultural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics
Target group
The target groups for the programme are graduates from any field who are interested in the interface of population and socio-economic aspects of health.
Degree Type:
Master of PhilosophyDepartment of Agricultural Economics and ExtensionCareer Opportunities:
Primarily, the programme has a dual purpose: to train high calibre development professionals who will provide sterling leadership first, in research and scholarship in NGOs and community development, and second, effective and efficient management of their programmes. Essentially, the programme will be tailored to meet the research/academic, technical and managerial expertise required by professionals (i.e. academics, researchers, and practitioners) to effectively function in the ever-changing community development arena. Furthermore, this will ensure that, first, development practitioners do not lose sight of the fundamental philosophy and spirit of philanthropy and volunteerism in promoting the cause of especially the poor, marginalized, women, and children. Second, it will create and maintain a collegial environment for research and scholarly work in NGOs and community development studies.
Entry Requirements:
Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil. in Non Governmental Studies and Community Development must have obtained a good baccalaureate degree at least Second Class Lower Division or better from a recognised institution or Cumulative Grade Point (CGPA) of 2.5 on a 1 - 4 scale or its equivalence in agriculture or related field. Considerable working experience preferably in Agriculture is desirable but not required. A considerable working experience will be an advantage but not a prerequisite.
Degree Type:
Master of PhilosophyDepartment of Agricultural Economics and ExtensionCareer Opportunities:
The overall goal of the programme is to produce post graduates with a good grounding in the theory and practice of Agricultural Extension and who are able to respond to the current and emerging challenges in extension.
Entry Requirements:
To be admitted to the programme, a candidate must have obtained a good first degree at least Second Class Lower Division or better from a recognised institution or Cumulative Grade Point (CGPA) of 2.5 on a 1 - 4 scale or its equivalence in agriculture or related field. A considerable working experience preferably in Agriculture will be an advantage but not a prerequisite.
Degree Type:
Master of PhilosophyDepartment of Agricultural Economics and ExtensionCareer Opportunities:
The overall goal of the programme is to produce post graduates with a good grounding in the theory and practice of Agricultural Economics and is able to contribute significantly to agricultural development.
Entry Requirements:
Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil. in Agricultural Economics must have obtained a good baccalaureate degree at least Second Class Lower Division or better from a recognised institution or Cumulative Grade Point (CGPA) of 2.5 on a 1 - 4 scale or its equivalence in agriculture or related field. Considerable working experience preferably in Agriculture is desirable but not required. A considerable working experience will be an advantage but not a prerequisite. Candidates for M.Phil in Agricultural Economics must possess a good first degree in agriculture with a significant amount of economics to be admitted into the programme.
Degree Type:
Master of PhilosophyDepartment of Population and HealthAbout Programme:
Since the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) of Cairo, 1994, there has been a new orientation towards the interface of population and development, a perspective which has been reinforced in the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The nature of other demographic variables namely fertility, migration (both internal and international), and urbanization have also undergone transformation with changes in national and global development. For instance, levels of fertility in some African countries have declined very fast, some have plateaued, while others have remained high within the last two decades. Mortality, especially among children has also declined. Among the population agenda are identifying strategies, processes and indicators in population which can be used to assess the achievement of the MDG which cover a wide range of demographic variables.
The spread of diseases in time and space, perception of aetiology of diseases, attitudes to and health seeking behaviours are functions of individual and collective attributes of a group of people. Changes in socio-economic conditions and demographic characteristics give rise to a number of health challenges such as obesity, sexually transmitted infections, emergence of new diseases (e.g. Ebola, avian flu and SARS) and those associated with ageing. The proportion of the population aged 65 years and above is rising due to increases in expectation of life as a result of improved health facilities, sanitation and changes in diets. One outcome of longevity is the emergence of degenerative diseases. Current thinking in population education is to train students who have analytical skills in both technical and substantive demography. The essential skills include analytical skills for data collection, management and analysis, problem-solving skills and decision-making skills which involve ability to weigh options and take decisions. There is also the need for a generation of students who can be critical in their analysis of population and health interface as well as interested in life-long learning as professionals in the field of population. Teaching and learning, will be geared towards the development of such skills which will enable them contribute to the search for strategies for the socio-economic development of the country.
Objectives
The main objective of the programme is to undertake teaching and research in population science and social dimensions of health at the graduate level. The focus will be on aspects of technical and substantive demography and the socio-political and economic dimensions of population and health. The specific objectives are to: provide avenues for students to develop analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills in population and socio-cultural and economic aspects of health; promote research relating to the interface of population and socio-cultural dimensions of health; and produce the next generation of academics in population, development and social dimensions of health.
Career Opportunities:
The goal of the programme is to contribute to the preparation of the next generation of graduates specializing in teaching and research in population and the social dimensions of health.
Entry Requirements:
Candidates to this programme must have obtained at least Second Class in one of the following areas: Population, Health, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Development Studies, Government, Business Management, Biological, Physical or Agricultural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics
Target group
The target groups for the programme are graduates from any field who are interested in the interface of population and socio-economic aspects of health
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#1
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Best Value Law School in the Nation
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The National Jurist
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#6
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Lowest Law School Debt
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U.S. News and World Report
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#3
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The Lonely Planet
Degree Type:
Bachelor of ScienceDepartment of Agricultural Economics and ExtensionCareer Opportunities:
As part of the programme, students are also trained in agricultural processing, packaging, marketing, economics, accounting, among others. The expectation is that they would pass on such knowledge to the farmer as Extension Officers after graduation. This makes the Agricultural Extension Officer one of the most well rounded agricultural sector practitioners. As a result, they have become some of the most sought after professionals required to run rural based and agricultural focused NGOs, manage agricultural sector MDAs, as well as run private commercial farms. They are also seen as the best-equipped professionals in demand to teach at agricultural training institutions.
Entry Requirements:
To qualify for admission, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements: • Be nominated by their employer organisation; • Possess a Diploma in Agriculture or a related field from a recognized institution; • Have a minimum of three years post-diploma field experience in extension services; • Either possesses five General Certificate of Examination (G.C.E) Ordinary level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and at least two science subjects. OR Passes in Core English Language, Core Mathematics and Core Integrated Science at the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) or the West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE). In addition, candidates must have grades not lower than “D” in SSCE or C6 in WASSCE in any TWO of the following three (3) elective subjects: General Agriculture or Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics.
Career applicants with Diploma in Agriculture who do not have the requisite G.C.E. “O” Level, SSSCE or WASSCE passes in English, Mathematics, and Sciences will be required to go through a remedial programme offered by the School of Agriculture and pass before they are considered for admission.