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Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Business and Social Sciences Education
Programme Duration: 
4 years (Standard Entry)
Career Opportunities: 

The broad nature of the programme makes it possible for graduates to teach in several fields including religion, politics, and culture, among others. This makes them utility teachers in the schools where they have the opportunity to teach. You can find jobs as: • Teacher • Civic Educator • Researcher with governance NGOs • School administrator

Entry Requirements: 

Applicants must have passes in three (3) elective subjects including two (2) of the following: Economics, Government, History, Geography, Business Management, and Elective Mathematics.

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Mathematics and ICT Education
Career Opportunities: 

Being a mathematics teacher also opens bigger avenues in private home teaching for pupils whose parents can afford it. The training the programme offers makes it possible for learners to easily veer into accounting, costing, and banking careers, apart from the career opportunities available in the pharmaceutical and mechanised industry operations for mathematicians.

Entry Requirements: 

Applicants must pass Elective Mathematics plus any two (2) of the following elective subjects: Economics, Geography, Business Management, Accounting, Physics and Chemistry.

UCC & University of Nevada Explore Possible Areas of Collaboration

01 Aug, 2018 By louis Mensah

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joseph Ghartey Ampiah, has met a team from Nevada State, United States of America to find areas of possible collaboration between the University and the state of Nevada.

 The Nevada team which was made up of seven officials from the University of Nevada was led by the Deputy Director of Economic Development, Nevada Governor’s Office, Derek Armstrong. Other members were Dr. Mary Croughan, Dr. Mridul Gautam, Dr. Robert Goldberg, Seema Gautam, Dr. Bo Bernhard, Carina Black and Bill Payne.

Present with the Vice-Chancellor were the Registrar, Mr. John Kofi Nyan, and Provosts of the five colleges of the University, comprising Prof. Dora Edu-Buandoh of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Prof. Isaac Galyuon, College of Distance Education, Prof. Eric Wilmot, College of Education Studies, Prof. Johnson N. Boampong, College of Health and Allied Sciences and Prof. L. K. Sam-Amoah, College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences.

Others were the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Prof. Eric Amuquandoh, Dean, School of Agriculture, Prof. Elvis Asare-Bediako and the Deputy Director of Finance, Mr. Francis Obeng.

The Provosts and Deans took turns to brief the team on programmes and ongoing research activities of their respective colleges and faculties and answered questions posed them by the US team.

Derek Armstrong said the team was interested in capacity building, learning best practices that would help them develop their programmes, research collaboration and student/faculty exchange. He noted that they were also interested to learn about research and innovation initiatives, technology incubation projects and commercialization of technology. He indicated the team’s interest in building a positive relationship with their UCC counterparts.

The Vice-Chancellor said there were several opportunities both sides could take advantage of to the benefit of their respective constituents adding that “there are real potentials for collaboration to pursue”.

Prof. Ampiah explained that most of the important issues of concern to the University were at the micro level and there was the need to concretize them during the working sessions.

Prof. Ampiah was optimistic that the sessions could fashion out programmes on research, graduate assistantship to benefit both sides. One area, he pointed out for consideration was global tourism and called on both parties to explore this area together. “Central Region and for that matter Cape Coast, has a lot of tourism potential and by associating with Nevada, UCC can develop the area”. He called for the development and signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to concretise the discussions and see the way forward.

The meeting was facilitated by the Directorate of Research, Innovation and Consultancy (DRIC) led by the Director, Prof. Samuel Annim.

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The exchange pupils and headteachers of the University Basic Schools with the Central Regional Minister, Mr. Kwamina Duncan

Leaders Should Empathise with their Followers-Dr. Dorothy Mensah-Aggrey

01 Aug, 2018 By louis Mensah

A senior lecturer at the University of Dayton, in the United States of America (USA), Dr. Dorothy Mensah-Aggrey, has called on leaders to empathise with their followers to ensure their holistic development.

Dr. Mensah-Aggrey said the application of emotional intelligence played a significant role in a leader’s ability to impact positively in the lives of his or her followers. She said a leader should be able to understand the emotions of their followers in order to help them overcome their fears and problems confronting them.                                                                                                                                                         

Dr. Mensah-Aggrey made this call when she gave a presentation on “Transformational Leadership and Emotional Intelligence” at a workshop organised by the Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA) for Master of Education Sandwich Students at the College of Distance Education (CoDE) Conference Room.

The senior lecturer noted that as teachers, they were expected to serve as role models since their students looked up to them to make informed decisions for their progression in life. “As a teacher you’re a role model, whenever you step in any learning environment,  whether it is basic, second cycle or tertiary your interaction with them is what will trigger what they can see,"she stressed.

She said a leader should possess qualities like effective communication, motivation, team work, delegation and coaching with passion and empathy. “Leadership is ensuring the ladder is against the wall well,” she noted.

On the curriculum for educational institutions, Dr. Mensah-Aggrey said there was the need to evaluate the curriculum and figure out what was not working then make the necessary changes to reflect the realities of the time. She stressed that    “We may have to go back to the drawing board,  if something is not working, you cannot keep doing the same things every time and expect different results over again if it is not working”.

Explaining further, Dr. Mensah-Aggrey said “a transformational leader creates positive change in persons; shows interest in each other’s interests, motivates and creates moral within a group”. Making reference to Jack Mezirow's Transformational Learning Theory, she noted that "People develop and use critical self-reflection to consider their beliefs and experiences, and over time, change dysfunctional means of seeing the world".

The Director of IEPA, Dr. Michael Amakyi, said the workshop was aimed at equipping the students to acquire hands-on experience in the areas of research, academic writing and new trends in educational administration.  

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Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Arts Education
About Programme: 

You can find a job in the following areas:   

  • Teaching
  •  Educational Administration
  •  Print and Electronic media
  •  Administration
Career Opportunities: 

You can find a job in the following areas:     Teaching

 Educational Administration

 Print and Electronic media

 Administration

Entry Requirements: 

The elective passes should include any three (3) of the following subjects: Literature in English, French, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Dagare/ Ga), History, Religious Studies and Music. 

The following are the various combinations • English/French

• English/Ghanaian Language

• English/Religious Studies

• English/Music

• English/History

• French/Ghanaian Language

• French/Religious Studies

• French/Music

• French/History

• Ghanaian Language/Religious Studies

• Ghanaian Language/Music

• Ghanaian Language/History

• History/Religious Studies

• History/Music

• Music/Religious Studies

Degree Type: 
Post Graduate DiplomaInstitute of Education
Career Opportunities: 

The programme trains learners in all the courses that are taught in basic schools such as Ghanaian Language, English Language, Social Sciences, Life skills and Religious education. Areas such as child psychology, child correctional methods as well as moral development of children persons are also covered. Basic education is considered the most important aspect of education for all persons, as a good educational foundation is a determining factor for the kind of future any human being would have. Learners are thus equipped with skills to be able to pass on knowledge and good attitude to children. Skills such as quick thinking, communication skills, human behaviour management, and effective learning environment administration are also passed on to learners.

Entry Requirements: 

A. 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 credit passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE respectively. Three of the six subjects must be core subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies and three must be in relevant electives. For purposes of admission credit pass in: i. WASSCE means A1 – C6 ii. SSSCE means A – D B. GCE A Level Candidates must have passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be D or better). Also the applicants must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject (for science students) C. Applicants with General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) results should have credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science or Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus three (3) relevant elective subjects. D. Holders of the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)/ International Baccalaureate (IB) must possess at least Grades A*/A-C in English, Mathematics and Biology at the Standard (SL)/’O’ Level, in addition to three Higher Level (HL – A to C)/’A’ Level (A to D)/IB 2 (A to C) grades in the relevant subjects.

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of ScienceDepartment of Education and Psychology
Programme Duration: 
4 years (Standard Entry)
Goal / Objectives: 

The goal of this programme is to train psychology students who will have the requisite competencies that will enable them to function as psychology assistants in all sectors or agencies that support nation building.

The objectives of the programme are to prepare psychologists assistants who can:

  1. Provide services to schools and learners at various levels of the educational system.
  2. Competently function for the health and mental rehabilitation institutions.
  3. Provide human interaction skills within the security services.
  4. Serve in community development sectors of the economy to promote well-being.
Career Opportunities: 

Science teachers continue to be in high demand all over the world. Considering the fact that, graduates from the programme are exposed to a vast field of endeavours in the area of physical sciences that makes it easier for them to branch into careers in industry and research work outside the classroom.

Entry Requirements: 

Applicants must have good passes in three (3) elective subjects in any of the following elective areas: Science, Business or General Arts.

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Basic Education
Programme Duration: 
4 years (Standard Entry)
About Programme: 

The programme trains learners in all the courses that are taught in basic schools i.e. Ghanaian Language, English Language, Social Sciences, Life Skills and Religious Education. Areas such as Child Psychology, Child Correctional Methods as well as moral development of children are also covered. Basic Education is considered the most important aspect of education for all persons that serves as the foundation for the child.

Learners are thus equipped with skills to be able to pass on knowledge and good attitude to children. Learners are trained to acquire communication skills, human behaviour management, effective learning environment, school administration. 

Goal / Objectives: 

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will:

  1. develop deep affective, cognitive, technical and creative skills to teach effectively at the basic education level.

  2. develop advanced knowledge of teaching and learning and apply these in their professional practice.

  3. demonstrate ethical understanding and scholarly practice to extend professional practice through enquiry and research.

  4. understand the diverse range of cultural practices, safety and wellbeing, and demonstrate responsive relationship with children, families and other stakeholders.

  5. develop professional leadership, values and commitment to inclusion and social justice.

  6. develop research and problem-solving skills and be able to analyze and interpret data to inform policy, planning and practice.

Career Opportunities: 

Graduates of the programme can be employed as:

  1. Professional teachers for the Ghanaian and international market.

  2. School heads of first cycle education institutions.

  3. Supervisors of Basic Schools.

  4.  Researchers in various organisations.

  5. Entrepreneurs in school establishments

  6. Tutors of Colleges of Education

  7. Proprietress of Early Childhood Centers

  8. Caregivers

  9. Child rights advocates

Entry Requirements: 

Requirements for Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) holders  1. six passes (A – C) in all subjects, including English Language and Mathematics; and 2. at least three (3) of the passes must be relevant to the area of specialization. 

Requirements for West African Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) holders.   1. six passes (A1-C6) in all subjects, including English Language and Mathematics; and 2. must possess a minimum of C6 in any three (3) of the passes relevant to the area of specialization.

Admission requirements for Matured Applicants  1. at least, Twenty-Five (25) years old by 31st December, in the year the application is made. A copy of applicant’s birth certificate issued not less than five (5) years from the day of completing the application form should be closed with the application materials. 2. Have any one of the following:     Minimum of Senior High School of Certificate     Teacher’s Cert ‘A’

NB. Applicants who do not have credit passes in English and Mathematics at either SSSCE/WASSCE OR GCE ‘O’ Level would be required to register and pass special examinations in those subjects.

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Science Education
Programme Duration: 
4 years (Standard Entry)
Career Opportunities: 

Courses offered at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels enable graduates to be high calibre educationists capable of using contemporary approaches and technologies to facilitate the teaching and learning process at all levels of the educational system. Products from the Department are well equipped to take leadership roles in the educational system as well as lead and conduct research in all issues related to Science Education.

Entry Requirements: 

The minimum admission requirement into the University of Cape Coast for WASSCE applicants is aggregate 36. 

Applicants must have passes with at least grade C6 in any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. In addition, an applicant should have obtained at least Credit of C6 in English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science.

      OR

Post Diploma Applicant

Holders of Diploma of Basic Education with Science Option with a second class lower division or higher from a recognized University or institution are considered to start at Level 200.

Institute of Education

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