The Department encourages interdisciplinary work and many research projects cover such areas as Tourism Administration and Management, Eco Tourism, Tourism Marketing, Event Tourism, Hospitality Administration and Management, Service Quality issues, Human Resource Management, Tourism Safety and Security, Leisure and Disability, Tourist Behaviour, and other related areas.
The aim of the Ph.D programme, like the other programmes offered by the Department, is to provide students with the necessary tools to think critically and analytically as well as function independently in the competitive global world.
Candidates applying for the programme must have at least an M.Phil or M A (research) degree in Tourism and Hospitality or related disciplines.
Programme Structure
Students admitted into the programme would within the first eight months prepare a proposal and defend it at a departmental forum. If the proposal is accepted, the students are given supervisors to work with for the next ten (10) months within which they have to submit at least three chapters of the work for assessment by a panel of examiners drawn from the Department including the supervisors. The panel will submit a written report on the quality and relevance of each including recommendations to the Departmental Examiners’ Committee. The Committee studies the recommendations and submits a report on each one of them through the Head of Department and Dean to the Graduate Board indicating whether the students should progress or withdraw from the programme.
Students who successfully complete the first phase are invited to continue to write up their theses for examination. This should cover the rest of the 18 months. Notwithstanding the information above, all Ph.D students are expected to present at least three seminar papers before completing their study. These should cover issues from the field work, summary of the study findings and thirdly a presentation on a topic of the student’s own choice but outside the thesis.
In the course of the research, a student could be asked to audit M.Phil or even undergraduate courses if they are deemed by the supervisors to be relevant to his/her study.
Programme Structure
Students admitted into the programme would within the first eight months prepare a proposal and defend it at a departmental forum. If the proposal is accepted, the students are given supervisors to work with for the next ten (10) months within which they have to submit at least three chapters of the work for assessment by a panel of examiners drawn from the Department including the supervisors. The panel will submit a written report on the quality and relevance of each including recommendations to the Departmental Examiners’ Committee. The Committee studies the recommendations and submits a report on each one of them through the Head of Department and Dean to the Graduate Board indicating whether the students should progress or withdraw from the programme.
Students who successfully complete the first phase are invited to continue to write up their theses for examination. This should cover the rest of the 18 months. Notwithstanding the information above, all Ph.D students are expected to present at least three seminar papers before completing their study. These should cover issues from the field work, summary of the study findings and thirdly a presentation on a topic of the student’s own choice but outside the thesis.
In the course of the research, a student could be asked to audit M.Phil or even undergraduate courses if they are deemed by the supervisors to be relevant to his/her study.
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme is two years in duration, comprising coursework in the first year and thesis research in the second year.
Rationale
The MPhil in Oceanography and Limnology is geared towards training qualified limnologists and oceanographers who will be able to apply principles of limnology and oceanography to solving current socio-ecological problems for sustainable development. The programme is also expected to produce highly motivated aquatic resource managers and planners with a critical scientific knowledge necessary for understanding the risks and benefits of freshwater and marine ecosystems management decisions.
The main goal of the MPhil programme in Oceanography and Limnology is to produce a high level personnel for the sustainable management aquatic ecosystems.
At the end of the programme, graduates will be able to:
- apply the acquired knowledge and research methods to analyse and address socio-ecological problems associated with aquatic systems and contribute to sustainable development.
- pursue a higher degree in Oceanography and Limnology or related fields.
You can find jobs in the following areas:
- Government agencies like Fisheries Ministry
- NGOs engaged in aquatic environmental campaign
- Industries in fish processing and canning
- Firms engaged in commercial fishing.
Admission Requirements:
Prerequisites:
-
Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with a Second Class Lower Division or higher
OR - Bachelor's degree in Aquatic Sciences and/or Fisheries Science related course with a Second Class Lower Division or higher
- In addition, candidates must pass an oral interview
Specific requirements for graduation:
The course work assessment during the first year is based on assignments, reports from practical work as well as quizzes. These form 40% of the total exam mark. The End of Semester examinations constitute 60% of the total mark. A thesis research in the second year will starts after successfully completing the course work. Departmental seminar presentations are held to ascertain students’ progress and to allow faculty and other students make relevant inputs. The thesis is subjected to both external and internal review after submission by the student. If successful, an oral examination (viva) is held for the student. Upon successful defence, the department then recommends to the School of Graduate Studies to consider awarding the candidate for an award of MPhil degree in Oceanography and Limnology.
The minimum admission requirement for the MPhil in Oceanography and Limnology is a first degree (Second Class Lower Division or equivalent) in a relevant Science or Engineering discipline, from a recognised university. In addition, the applicant must demonstrate strong interest in research, development and innovation in science and technology.
Target Group
Candidates with background in oceanography and limnology related fields such as marine meteorology, coastal engineering and processes, geomorphology and aquatic ecology
Expected Output
- Trained middle-level manpower to assist with teaching, research and extension in tertiary and other research institutions.
- Personnel with engineering capacities in the oceanographic and related fields produced.
- Trained graduates capable of using oceanographical and limnological modelling to address contemporary issues.
Progression Requirements
For progression from Year 1 to Year 2, students should:
- Obtain a minimum grade of C in all first year courses
- Present their research proposals successfully in a seminar
- Must make good progress on the research activities and submit one progress report to the Department and UCC School of Graduate Studies (SGS)
- Must participate in at least 75% of the regular seminars organized by Department and SGS
Graduation Requirements
Candidates will be considered successful if his/her MPhil thesis:
- Passes both internal and external assessment (60% minimum score)
- Is successfully defended in a viva voce (60% minimum score)
In addition, candidate must satisfy all SGS and UCC requirement.
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme is a two-year programme, comprising coursework in the first year and thesis research in the second year.
Rationale
Ghana’s coastal areas are home to about one-third of the country’s population. Over 50% of the country’s GDP is generated from coastal resources. The coast hosts major cities, ports, agro-industries, fisheries, offshore petroleum exploration and production. Despite these benefits, the coastal zones are faced with growing challenges. For example, pollution of vital coastal ecosystems are limiting economic growth, and declining livelihoods of the coastal populations. The M.Phil. programme is therefore designed to promote socio-economic development in coastal areas and address the growing challenges afflicting coastal development in the country.
The goal of the M.Phil. Programme in ICZM is to train middle and senior-level manpower to address the challenges within the coastal sector with emphasis on the principles and practice of integrated coastal management for sustainable development.
At the end of the programme, graduates will be able to:
- conduct research in marine, brackish water and freshwater ecosystems to assist decision makers to formulate policies on sustainable exploitation and management of marine and coastal resources;
- advocate for the sustainable use, management, and conservation of marine and coastal resources;
- use techniques in Integrated Coastal Zone Management to assist coastal communities to improve their livelihood; and
- optimize national benefits from marine and coastal environments through the development of soft and hard skills in spatial planning, engineering, blue economy and governance
You can find jobs in the following areas:
- Government agencies like Fisheries Ministry
- NGOs engaged in aquatic environmental campaign
- Industries in fish processing and canning
- Firms engaged in commercial fishing.
Admission Requirements:
Prerequisites:
1. Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with a Second Class Lower Division or higher
OR
2. Bachelor's degree in Aquatic Sciences and/or Fisheries Science related course with a Second Class Lower Division or higher
3. In addition, candidates must pass an oral interview
Specific requirements for graduation:
The course work assessment during the first year is based on assignments, reports from practical work as well as quizzes. These form 40% of the total exam mark. The End of Semester examinations constitute 60% of the total mark. A thesis research in the second year starts after successfully completing the course work. Departmental seminar presentations are held to ascertain students’ progress and to allow faculty and other students make relevant inputs. The thesis is subjected to both external and internal reviews after submission by the student. If successful, an oral examination (viva) is held for the student. Upon successful defence, the department then recommends to the School of Graduate Studies to consider awarding the candidate an MPhil degree in Integrated Coastal Zone Management.
The minimum admission requirement for the MPhil in Integrated Coastal Zone Management is a first degree (Second Class Lower Division or equivalent) in a relevant natural/social science discipline, from a recognised university. In addition, the applicant must demonstrate strong interest in research, development and innovation in the science of the coastal zone, as well as the ability to study and conduct research optimally and independently in an international and multidisciplinary environment.
Target Group
- Qualified Ghanaians and international candidates with a background in Integrated Coastal Zone Management, Fisheries Science, Oceanography and other related Biological Science programmes as well as Social Science programmes such as Geography and Economics.
- First-degree holders in Biological and Social Science and analogous qualifications.
- Workers of NGOs that are engaged in Integrated Coastal Zone Management
Expected Output
- Trained middle-level manpower in the area of coastal zone management to assist with teaching and research in tertiary institutions.
- Personnel with managerial capacities in the coastal zone management and related fields produced.
- Graduates capable of training lower level personnel in coastal zone management produced
Progression Requirements
For progression from Year 1 to Year 2, students should:
- Obtain a minimum grade of C in all first year courses
- Present their research proposals successfully in a seminar
- Must make good progress on the research activities and submit one progress report to the Department and UCC School of Graduate Studies (SGS)
- Must participate in at least 75% of the regular seminars organized by Department and SGS
Graduation Requirements
A candidates will be considered successful if his/her MPhil thesis:
- Passes both internal and external assessment (60% minimum score)
- Is successfully defended in a viva voce (60% minimum score)
In addition, candidate must satisfy all SGS and UCC requirement.
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme is a two year in duration, comprising coursework in the first year and thesis/research work in the second year.
Rational
Ghana is a protein-deficient country in which fish forms more than 60% of animal protein intake. There is however, a yawning fish demand gap that currently stands at about 450, 000 MT annually. Aquaculture had been recognised to have a great potential and offers the best long-term solution to the ever-increasing deficit in fish supply in Ghana. But lack of human capacity to support a thriving aquaculture development is one of the major limitations in the national effort to bridge the gap in fish demand and supply. The Department of Fisheries and aquatic Sciences therefore proposes to mount the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Aquaculture to address this problem.
The main goal of the MPhil programme in Aquaculture is to produce a high level personnel to develop and sustain a vibrant aquaculture industry in Ghana. The specific objectives are to:
- Equip the students with knowledge and hands-on skills in aquaculture
- Train the students in the relevant research and teaching skills
- develop in the students, competencies in problem solving and policy formulation in aquaculture
- Develop aquaculture entrepreneurial skills in the students.
You can find jobs in the following areas:
- Government agencies like Fisheries Ministry
- NGOs engaged in aquatic environmental campaign
- Industries in fish processing and canning
- Firms engaged in commercial fishing.
Prerequisites:
-
Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with a Second Class Lower Division or higher
OR - Bachelor's degree in Fisheries related course with a Second Class Lower Division or higher
- In addition, candidates must pass an oral interview
Specific requirements for graduation:
The course work assessment during the first year is based on assignments, reports from practical work as well as quizzes. These form 40% of the total exam mark. The End of Semester examinations constitute 60% of the total mark. A thesis research in the second year will starts after successfully completing the course work. Departmental seminar presentations are held to ascertain students’ progress and to allow faculty and other students make relevant inputs. The thesis is subjected to both external and internal review after submission by the student. If successful, an oral examination (viva) is held for the student. Upon successful defence, the department then recommends to the School of Graduate Studies to consider awarding the candidate for an award of MPhil degree in Aquaculture.
Target Group
- First degree holders in Biological sciences and related fields.
- Workers in the aquaculture and fishing industry
Expected Output
- Trained middle-level manpower to assist with teaching, research and extension in tertiary and other research institutions.
- Personnel with managerial capacities in the aquaculture industry produced.
- Graduates capable of training lower-level personnel in aquaculture institutions on aquaculture data collection produced.
Progression Requirements
For progression from Year 1 to Year 2, students should:
- Obtain a minimum grade of C in all first year courses
- Present their research proposals successfully in a seminar
- Must make good progress on the research activities and submit one progress report to the Department and UCC School of Graduate Studies (SGS)
- Must participate in at least 75% of the regular seminars organized by Department and SGS
Graduation Requirements
Candidates will be considered successful if his/her MPhil thesis:
- Passes both internal and external assessment (60% minimum score)
- Is successfully defended in a viva voce (60% minimum score)
In addition, candidate must satisfy all SGS and UCC requirement.
Rationale
The Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences was established in the 2002/2003 academic year. The Department emerged as an offshoot of the former Department of Zoology with the aim to enable the University of Cape Coast focus its attention on fisheries and coastal resources of Ghana. A significant proportion of Ghanaians derive their livelihoods from fisheries (both marine and inland) and the exploitation of other coastal resources. The rationale for the bachelor’s programme in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences is to introduce students to fisheries, aquaculture and coastal resource management issues as well as to the scientific methods and tools for investigating the issues.
The goal of the bachelor’s programme is to build the needed human capacity that could support the government in achieving its development objectives of food security, biodiversity conservation, poverty reduction, and sustainable management of Ghana’s fisheries, coastal and marine ecosystems to provide long-term goods and services to communities.
The objectives are to:
- To train students in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences for employment in public and private sector organizations.
- To equip students with techniques in Integrated Coastal Zone Management to assist coastal communities to improve their livelihood.
- To conduct research in marine, brackish water and freshwater ecosystems to assist decision-makers to formulate policies on sustainable exploitation of aquatic resources.
You can find jobs in the following areas:
- Government agencies like Fisheries Ministry
- NGOs engaged in aquatic environmental campaign
- Industries in fish processing and canning
- Firms engaged in commercial fishing.
The minimum admission requirement into the University of Cape Coast for WASSCE applicants is aggregate 36. For SSSCE applicants, the minimum requirement is aggregate 24.
Candidates must have passes in six (6) subjects with an overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE level respectively. Three of the six subjects must be core subjects: English language, mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies and three must be in relevant electives.
For purposes of admission, a pass in:
- WASSCE means Grade: A1 – C6
- SSSCE means Grade: A – D.
In addition to the above, candidates must satisfy requirements as indicated below:
Candidates must obtain:
- passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies
- passes in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics with grades NOT lower than C6
- an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects.
Progression Requirements
In addition all UCC regulations, candidates must:
- Register and follow approved courses
- Have attended 75% lectures minimum
- Have participated in at least 75% of all field/laboratory exercises and trips
Graduation Requirements
Candidate must:
- Pass all requisite examinations (50% minimum score)
- Successfully defend their dissertation
- Satisfy all other UCC requirements
1. Holders of a good B.Ed degree from any recognized university, and should have taught for not less than two (2) years after completion of their degree programmes.
2. Holders of a good B.A or B.Sc degree must, in addition, hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education(PGDE) or Postgraduate Certificate in Education(PGCE) from the University of Cape Coast or any recognized university and must have taught for not less than two(2) years after completion of their degree programme.
3. Applicants for MPhil in Educational Planning who have knowledge in Economics at the first degree level in addition to (1) and (2) above, will have an advantage.
4. MPhil in Administration in Higher Education: In addition to requirements under (1) and (2) above, applicants who have worked as administrators in Higher Educational Institutions for not less than two years will have an advantage.
5. Candidates would have to pass a selection interview.
1. Holders of a good B.Ed degree from any recognized university, and should have taught for not less than two (2) years after completion of their degree programmes.
2. Holders of a good B.A or B.Sc degree must, in addition, hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education(PGDE) or Postgraduate Certificate in Education(PGCE) from the University of Cape Coast or any recognized university and must have taught for not less than two(2) years after completion of their degree programme.
3. Applicants for MPhil in Educational Planning who have knowledge in Economics at the first degree level in addition to (1) and (2) above, will have an advantage.
4. MPhil in Administration in Higher Education: In addition to requirements under (1) and (2) above, applicants who have worked as administrators in Higher Educational Institutions for not less than two years will have an advantage.
5. Candidates would have to pass a selection interview.
Crusades against climate change and global warming are increasingly becoming key areas of focus of humanitarian agencies, philanthropists and corporate social responsibility initiatives of business entities. This is opening up a lot of fresh opportunities for professionals with the requisite training in environmental science. You can find jobs in the following areas: Teaching Government ministries, departments and agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency, Forestry Commission and District Assemblies Agriculture and climate change focused NGOs Environmental Officer with mining firms
To qualify for the programme candidates must possess a good first degree, at least second class (lower division) in any of the sciences and applied sciences from a recognised university and must pass a selection interview.
Target group The programme is targeted at environmental policy formulators, environmental managers and researchers and candidates who require post-graduate training for career development and advancement. For example, staff of the Environmental Protection Agency, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Ghana Water Company, Mining Companies, etc.
Crusades against climate change and global warming are increasingly becoming key areas of focus of humanitarian agencies, philanthropists and corporate social responsibility initiatives of business entities. This is opening up a lot of fresh opportunities for professionals with the requisite training in environmental science. You can find jobs in the following areas: Teaching Government ministries, departments and agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency, Forestry Commission and District Assemblies Agriculture and climate change focused NGOs Environmental Officer with mining firms
To gain admission, candidates must have passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies (A1 – C6 i.e. A – D). In addition, candidates must have obtained passes in the following three elective subjects: Biology, Chemistry and Physics with grades not lower than C6/D at the WASSCE/SSSCE levels.