Our B.Sc Mathematics with Business programme will prepare you for interesting career opportunities in business and industry. It also qualifies you for advanced studies and professions in fields such as actuary, banking, insurance etc.
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Mathematics is a challenging and an exciting science of exactness that plays a central role in many aspects of modern life including business. This degree programme combines mathematical concepts, techniques and models with a particular focus on its application to the world of business. It bridges the divide that exists between the two disciplines. Students will therefore develop a working understanding of business enriched with mathematical perspectives, enhancing their dynamism and perspectives with regards to their professional expertise and intellectual capacities.
Applicants pass Elective Mathematics, Economics and any one (1) of the following elective subjects: Physics, Chemistry Business Management, Principles of Costing and Accounting or Geography.
Primarily, the programme has a dual purpose: to train development professionals of the highest caliber, who will provide sterling leadership in, first, research and scholarship in community development and NGOs 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. This will ensure that, first, development practitioners do not lose sight of the fundamental philosophy and spirit of philanthropy and volunteerism in 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.
Generally, to qualify for Ph.D. in Non Governmental Studies and Community Development, the Department together with the School of Graduate and Research of the University of Cape Coast evaluate an applicant based on: the educational background (at least at M.Sc. level) the experience as independent researcher the scientific quality of the preliminary proposal the originality of the preliminary proposal the capacity and expertise that the Department has available the applicant's fluency in English the available funding Candidates applying for Ph.D. in NGO Studies and Community Development must have a good researched Master’s Degree in any discipline. Those who are judged by the Department not to have satisfied requisite background courses would be required to take some M.Phil courses in the University of Cape Coast to make up.
The Accra Sports Stadium tragedy of May 2001 brought to the fore the need to invigorate sections of the country’s protection agencies. The field of sociology has much to offer by way of insights into crowd behaviour, group dynamics, community relations, sensitivity training, conflict management, gender relations, violence, leadership and human security.
In an effort to contribute toward the growth and development of Ghana as a peaceful, democratic country, mindful of the human rights of all of its citizens, the programme is designed specifically for those in charge of the preservation of peace and security in the country who seek to continue their education and equip themselves with knowledge and analytical skills that will enhance their efficiency.
Candidates applying for admission into the programme should have any of the following requirements:
Minimum credits in GCE Ordinary level including English and Mathematics or its equivalent
Or
Aggregate 20 or better at SSCE with at least a pass in English and Mathematics or its equivalent
Or
Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’ or its equivalent
Or
Stenographer Grade Two Certificate
Two passes in GCE Advanced Level excluding General Paper
An undergraduate degree will be an advantage
In addition to the above requirements, prospective students should have been working in a protection agency for a minimum of three years.
The overall goal of the programme is to to develop competent personnel who can respond to current and emerging challenges in extension and function effectively as professional practitioners in the field of Agricultural Extension.
Generally, to qualify for Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension, the Department together with the School of Graduate and Research of the University of Cape Coast evaluate an applicant based on: the educational background (at least at M.Phil. level) the experience as independent researcher the scientific quality of the preliminary proposal the originality of the preliminary proposal the capacity and expertise that the Department has available the applicant's fluency in English the available funding For Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension, a good researched Master’s Degree in Agriculture or related courses from a recognised university is required. Candidates who are judged by the Department not to have satisfied requisite background courses would be required to take some M.Phil courses in the University of Cape Coast to make up.
The PhD programme in Agricultural Economics has the main aim to equip candidates with the necessary tools of analysis and professional competence in Agricultural Economics to be able to function independently in the competitive global environment.
To be admitted to the programme for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics, a candidate must have a researched M.Phil in Agricultural Economics or a related field from an accredited University.
By studying this degree programme you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required for jobs in fields such as education, engineering, business, insurance, finance and accounting
This programme will give you a good understanding of pure and applied mathematics and enhance your career prospects in an array of fields. You will cover a wide range of topics, from the abstract to how mathematics is used in the real world, and develop a secure understanding of mathematical concepts and approaches. In a broad sense, Mathematics goes beyond the study of numbers, counting and measuring to the study of number patterns, relationships and communicating concepts. The divisions within mathematics include arithmetic which studies numbers, algebra which studies structures, geometry which studies space, analysis which studies infinite processes [such as Calculus] and probability theory & statistics which study random processes.
Applicants must obtain passes in Elective Mathematics and any two (2) of the following elective subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Biology and Technical Drawing.
Primarily, the programme is to train high calibre development professionals who will provide sterling leadership for the efficient management of NGOs and sister-organizations. Essentially, the programme will be tailored to meet the technical and managerial expertise required by managers/staff of NGOs to effectively function in the ever-changing development arena. This will ensure that development practitioners do not lose sight of the fundamental philosophy and spirit of philanthropy and volunteerism in the cause of especially the poor, marginalized, women, and children.
Candidates seeking admission into Master of Science in Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Studies and Management (Sandwich) 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.
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.
The goal of the programme is produce graduates and professionals specializing in teaching and research in population and the social dimensions of health.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.