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UCC: Professor of Entomology calls for protection of habitat of bees

21 Jul, 2022 By DIS

A Professor of Entomology with the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Peter K. Kwapong, has called for aggressive steps to be taken to protect the habitat of bees.

He prevailed upon African governments, especially, to clamp down on illegal loggers who were felling many of the forest trees which bees used as their habitat.

Prof. Kwapong, presenting a paper on the topic: “Stingless Bees: Tropical and Global Asset” when he participated in the International Union for the Study of Social Insects (IUSSI) in San Diego, California in USA, said stingless bees, like other bees, were members of the class Insecta and family Apidae.

The bees, he stressed, were either social (living in groups) or solitary (living as individuals).  He underscored that stingless bees produce propolis, a natural antibiotic which fought diseases and strengthened the human immune system adding that propolis also fought cancer cells.

According to him, bees and pollinators were critical to human existence due to the role they play in the environment on food production, ecosystem function and biodiversity conservation.

He observed that bees were some of the most important pollinators, ensuring food and food security, sustainable agriculture and biodiversity, adding that they significantly contribute to the mitigation of climate change and the conservation of the environment.

Prof. Kwapong indicated that bees increased agricultural production and sustained agriculture by pollinating crops, thereby increasing yields of seeds and fruits.

He said people could even keep them in their verandas, indicating, “They are not harmful at all.”

UCC’s Scholarly Gains

Prof. Kwapong also used the platform to lift the flag of the University of Cape Coast, UCC, aloft when he highlight to an audience of over seven hundred (700) that UCC was ranked among top universities in the World in terms of field weighted citation impact (research influence) of Times Higher Education’s scholarly research outputs.

He also mentioned that UCC was the only university in Ghana to ever achieve that feat since the advent of the Times Higher Education Annual Rankings in almost two decades.

The Professor of Entomology noted UCC was also the highest-ranked new entrant out of one hundred and thirty-eight (138) universities that made their debut in the 2022 global university ranking league.

These gains by UCC were largely appreciated by participants in the conference.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

Tourism does not guarantee development – Prof Kwaku Boakye

21 Jul, 2022 By DIS

A professor of Tourism, Prof. Kwaku Adutwum Annim Boakye, who is currently the Dean of the Office of International Relations of University of Cape Coast, says tourism is not a prerequisite for national development. 

According to him, "the mere presence of tourists does not guarantee developmental outcomes such as reduction of poverty, hunger and economic growth". 

Prof. Boakye said this when he delivered his inaugural lecture on the topic, “Tourism as a Vehicle for Ghana’s Development: Mirage, Miracle or Myth?” 

He said policymakers were using "miraculous approach to tourism" because they were ignoring the structural issues and putting premium on issues that were not critical to the sustenance of development.

To him, tourism policy had been relegated to the background and efforts had been concentrated on how to attract tourists to tourist sites in the country. 

"...it is not how they (tourists) come in but how their presence translates into palpable developmental outcomes" he pointed out. 

Prof. Boakye was quick to mention policy planning, good governance and effective leadership as factors that had to play important intermediary roles in tourism.

Prof. Boakye being congratulated by the College of Professors-UCC after being robed

He added that some programmes aimed at boosting local tourism were not adequately evaluated, specifically citing examples like ‘See-Wear-Eat-Feel Ghana’, as well as ‘Experience Ghana and Share Ghana’ introduced in 2018 and 2021 respectively by the Ghana Tourism Authority and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture. 

He continued, "All of these things have made it look like a mirage. Yes, we are getting the people (tourists) in but are we getting development? he quizzed. 

In his estimation, Prof. Boakye noted that more than one (1) million tourists had visited Elmina but "the town does not have much to show by way of tourism induced development".

 

The way forward

Prof. Boakye believes that tourism developmental properties could be realized through a clear policy regime with a real workable strategy. 

Among others, he reiterated his call for the establishment of a cabinet level committee to coordinate tourism.

A section of the audience during the lecture

He further called for the setup of a tourism community fund which channels funds from entry fees and contributions from Destination Management Organizations into procuring development.

 

About Prof. Kwaku Boakye 

Prof. Kwaku Boakye (PhD, M.Phil, B.Sc. Tourism, PgDip Hospitality Operations) is a Professor of Tourism at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. During his 18-year career as a tourism academic, he has published more than forty-five (45) scholarly and technical papers and played a key advisory role on a number of projects/ committees for the Government of Ghana and other international bodies on tourism development. 

Prof. Boakye has worked internationally and also serves as external examiner and supervisor for some universities in Ghana, Africa, and Europe. He is a reviewer for numerous Scopus-indexed academic journals in tourism. 

Prof Boakye’s consultancy and scholarly work are well appreciated particularly in the area of the political economy dimensions of tourism governance. He has so far successfully graduated more than ten (10) PhDs and twenty (20) M.Phil students.

Prof. Boakye being congratulated by his mother after the lecture

Born in Takoradi in the Western Region of Ghana, Prof. Boakye had portions of his basic education in the United Kingdom and University Primary School, Cape Coast. He entered St Augustine’s College in 1987 where he attained his Ordinary Level (1992) and Advanced Level (1994) in the General Arts Programme majoring in Economics, Geography and French. Between 1995 and 1996 he acquired both the Diplome de Langue (DL) and Diplome D’etudes Francaise (DELF 1er degree) at Alliance Francaise in Accra.

In 1996, he gained admission at the University of Cape Coast to read the then newly-introduced B.SC Tourism Programme from which he duly graduated with a First Class in 1999. He received an M.Phil. Tourism in 2003, a Postgraduate Certificate in Hospitality Operations from the Georgia State University, Atlanta in 2004 and a PhD in Tourism Management from University of Cape Coast in 2008. He recently undertook a certificate in Leadership in 2021. 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

BACHELOR OF LAWS (LLB) ADMISSIONS

LLB
Academic Year: 
2022 to 2023

ADMISSION OF CANDIDATES INTO THE BACHELOR OF LAWS (LLB) DEGREE PROGRAMME FOR THE 2022/2023 ACADEMIC YEAR

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons (Ghanaian and foreign) for admission into the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree programme of the University of Cape Coast for the 2022/2023 academic year. Applicants are to note that the programme is strictly fee-paying.

1.0  PROGRAMME GOAL AND STUDENT PROFILE

The main goal of the Law programme, which is in line with the University’s mission, is to produce high-caliber legal scholars and researchers who will positively influence decision-making and implementation at all levels of the corporate and public (including judiciary, security and intelligence) sectors, journalism, politics, private affairs and other areas. Graduates of the programme will be expected to provide the highest quality legal services that will address the needs of Ghana and the international community. Exit characteristics of our graduates will include:

·         Sound knowledge and application of law

·         Proficiency in use of information technology, legal data and law office software

·         Critical thinking, logical reasoning, advocacy and problem-solving skills

·         Proficiency in written and spoken English

·         Ability to conduct sound legal research and

·         Community and public service and voluntarism

2.0       ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

a).  Post-First Degree Applicants must:

·         Have obtained a good first degree in any field of study from a recognized University with at least a 2nd Class Lower Division or have obtained post-graduate qualification from a recognized University.

·         Submit an official transcript of academic record.

·         Submit at least two referees’ reports, one of which must be from a former lecturer.

·         Pass a selection interview.

·         Show capacity for a demanding full time study; availability by show of release letter from employers; and ability to pay

NB.:         Ghanaian Applicants will be required to:

·         Write an entrance examination

·         Familiarize themselves with the provisions of the 1992 Ghanaian Constitution and current affairs (national and international)

·         Have successfully completed national service.

Eligible foreign applicants (applying from outside Ghana) will be examined via Skype (Skype addresses are to be forwarded to law@ucc.edu.gh ).

b).  Post-WASSCE/ SSSCE /Awaiting Results Applicants must:

  • have credit passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE respectively.

Three of the six subjects should be in English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies and three must be in relevant electives.

3.0     HOW TO APPLY

3.1       Ghanaian Applicants

Applicants are to buy application E-Vouchers which are up for sale at the Centres listed below:

 SALES CENTRES    

      (a)  Cashier’s Office, University of Cape Coast

      (b)  University  of Cape Coast – Accra Office, Tesano – Accra

      (c)  I-J Consult, Millennium City, Kasoa (Off Pentecost Convention Centre Road)

      (d) Ghana Post Company Limited (Regional and District Capitals)  

      (e)  All Network Branches of GCB Bank Nationwide
      (f)  All Network Branches of ADB Bank Nationwide
      (g) All Network Branches of GT Bank Nationwide

      (h)  All Network Branches of ARB Apex Bank Nationwide

      (i)  All Network Branches of Republic Bank Nationwide

      (j)  All Network Branches of Consolidated Bank Nationwide Bank
      (k) All Network Branches of Zenith Bank Nationwide   
      (l)  All Network Branches of Prudential Bank Nationwide

COST OF E-VOUCHERS:

            Ghanaian Applicants                          -           GH¢220.00

            International Applicants                     -           free

Deadlines for the sale of Application E-vouchers and submission of completed application forms are Wednesday, 31st August, 2022 and Wednesday, 7th September, 2022 respectively.     

4.0       ONLINE APPLICATIONS

Applicants should visit apply.ucc.edu.gh then under “Application Process” select “click to apply for a programme”  for further instructions.

a.     Ghanaian applicants are required to provide the following information at the back of the Large EMS envelope:

i.                    Application reference number

ii.                  Full name

iii.                Postal address

iv.                Type of Application (Post First Degree) 

b.      Applicants are advised to read application instructions very carefully before completion of the online application form. 

c.       Persons writing the 2022 WASSCE MUST select the “Awaiting Results” option before providing their examination details. Those who already have results SHOULD NOT select the “Awaiting Results” option but rather go ahead to verify their results.

5.0       SUBMISSION OF COPIES OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS

(i)         Copies of the completed online application forms accompanied by copies of certificates should be sent by POST and NOT delivered by hand and should reach the Director, Directorate of Academic Affairs (DAA), University of Cape Coast not later than Wednesday, 7th September, 2022.           

            Applicants are to ensure that application forms are posted early enough to be received before the deadline for submission as forms received after the deadline will not be processed.      

(ii)        No additional documents will be accepted after submission of confirmation pages.  Applicants are to note that only photocopies of certificates (not returnable) should accompany confirmation pages.  Original certificates of applicants offered admission will be inspected during the interview. 

(iii)       Application forms received without Application Reference Numbers and copies of certificates (for post-first degree applicants) will not be processed.  COPIES OF TRANSCRIPTS ARE TO BE FORWARDED DIRECTLY BY UNIVERSITIES ATTENDED BY APPLICANTS.

6.0       IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE

ADMISSION SCHEDULE

Entrance Examinations – Post-First Degree

9:00 am

Mon. November 28, 2022

Publication of Entrance Exams Results

 

Friday, December 2, 2022

Post-First Degree Selection Interview

9:00am

Thur., Dec. 8 – Fri., Dec. 9, 2022

Submission of selected applicants – Post First Degree

 

Mon., December 12, 2022

Post-WASSCE Selection Interview

9:00am

Mon. Dec. 12 = Fri., Dec. 16, 2022

Submission of selected applicants – Post – WASSCE

 

Mon., Dec., 19, 2022

REGISTRAR

 

UCC matriculates 1,569 fresh Sandwich Students

19 Jul, 2022 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast, UCC, has held a matriculation ceremony to officially admit one thousand, five hundred and sixty-nine (1,569) students to pursue various undergraduate and post-graduate sandwich programmes.

The matriculants comprised nine hundred and seventy-nine (979) post graduate students and five hundred and ninety (590) undergraduate students who would pursue programmes at the College of Agricultural and Natural Sciences, College of Humanities and Legal Studies, College of Health and Allied Sciences and the College of Education Studies.

Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong

Addressing the matriculants, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, congratulated the students on their admission and charged them to work hard to merit the various certificates that would be earned at the end of their respective programmes.

He noted that being bonafide junior members of UCC, the students were guaranteed the rights and privileges of studentship, having subscribed to the oath of allegiance of the University.

Consequently, he enjoined the students to abide by all the rules and regulations of the University as enshrined in the Students’ Handbook and other authorized documents of the University and required them to be of good behaviour while pursuing their studies.

Prof. Boampong urged the students to tolerate one another and live peacefully among themselves, reminding them not to infringe on the rights and privileges of others.

“You must also ensure you do not trample on the rights, privileges and freedom of others,” he counselled.

He said the University was highly reputed globally and called on the students to tap into the knowledge of experienced faculty at UCC to facilitate their studies.

The Vice-Chancellor cautioned the fresh students to conduct themselves properly during all examinations and avoid cheating.

“If you learn hard, the urge to engage in examination malpractice will not be there” he advised.

Prof. Boampong counseled the students to set for themselves high academic and ethical values bearing in mind that their admission had been based on merit, considering the strict processes authorities went through to select them.

He urged the students to shun anti-social behaviours such as occultism, hooliganism, prostitution and use of narcotic drugs.

The Vice-Chancellor, therefore, advised them to study diligently towards achieving excellence.

Prof. Boampong appealed to students to observe road traffic regulations on campus and asked them to be security conscious in their endeavours.

He reiterated his call on students to observe the Covid -19 safety protocols and explained that not making the wearing of face masks mandatory did not mean the safety protocols were no longer necessary.

As part of the programme, all the matriculants were taken through the matriculation oath administered by the Registrar, Mr. Jeff Teye Emmanuel Onyame, to signify their formal admission into UCC.

Dignitaries at the ceremony included the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Students and Dean of Graduate Studies who presented the students to be matriculated, Provosts, Directors, Chairman of Convocation and other members of Faculty.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

UCC Chancellor interacts with Staff

19 Jul, 2022 By DIS

The Chancellor of University of Cape Coast, UCC, Dr. Sir Sam Jonah, has paid a working and familiarization visit to the University to interact with staff. 

 

The visit afforded the Chancellor the opportunity to obtain at firsthand and respond to questions and concerns of staff.

 

Addressing staff, the Chancellor saluted them on their sacrifices and forbearance in the face of the current economic conditions in the country.

 

He attributed the economic conditions facing Ghana to its import-dependent economy. He wondered why the country would import tooth pick whilst financial assistance could be given to local industries to produce goods locally to boost the economic development of the country.

 

"Ghana will not get any better until we stop the voluptuous appetite for foreign products and start producing our own. We should own our economy," he added.

 

Guard against Complacency 

Whilst urging staff to maintain the academic feat the University recently chalked in the Higher Times ranking, Sir Sam Jonah advised them to guard against complacency to win more laurels to UCC.

 

He told management of the University to pool resources to sectors of the University that constantly put UCC on a giant pedestal worldwide.

 

Respect one another

Some members of staff at the interaction

The Chancellor reiterated his firm commitment to give off his best to support UCC and advised staff of the University to treat one another with respect, civility and dignity to increase productivity.

 

He admonished all leaders to be transparent and underlined that the leadership one provided would be remembered in future.

 

The programme, christened "Chancellor's Visit" which formed part of the 60th anniversary of UCC, was moderated by the Registrar, Mr. Jeff Teye Emmanuel Onyame, who advocated such events be organized annually.

 

Reception in honour of the Chancellor

Later in the evening, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, hosted a reception in honour of the Chancellor, Sir Dr Sam Jonah

 

In his brief speech, Dr. Jonah recounted memories of his investiture as Chancellor in 2001 and how happy he was to associate himself with UCC.

 

He thanked members of the University Community for the kind gesture and continuous support.

 

A highlight of the event was when the Chancellor took to the dancing floor to dance to tunes from Suapon Band of UCC.

 

Pro-Vice Chancellor, Prof. Rosemond Boohene, proposed a toast to long life and sound health for the Chancellor.

 

 

The dinner attracted high-profile personalities, including the Registrar, Provosts, Deans, Directors and Faculty Officers of UCC.

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

Sustain the High Academic Standards - Chancellor tasks UCC

19 Jul, 2022 By DIS

The Chancellor of University of Cape Coast, UCC, Dr. (Sir) Sam Jonah, has challenged management and staff of the University to work tirelessly to maintain high academic standards to move the University forward.

According to him, UCC should not rest on its laurels over its ranking as the best in Ghana and Africa, but rather intensify efforts to strive for academic excellence to achieve more.

The Chancellor made these remarks in audience with management of UCC as part of his day’s visit to the University.

Recently, the Times Higher Education World Rankings ranked UCC as first (1st) in Ghana.

Consolidating the Gains of UCC

To sustain the enviable academic feat, Sir Jonah charged UCC to be guided by the principles of discipline, determination, commitment and quality leadership.

“It is not enough to say that last year, you (UCC) were first. What is important is the sustainability of your standards. You have to put in every measure, discipline, commitment that you will continue to be dutiful,” he added.

VC-UCC, Prof Boampong (left) presenting some UCC@60 Souvenirs to Dr. Jonah. Looking on is Prof Sam Amoah, Chairman UCC@60 Planning Committee

Sir Jonah was full of praise for the honour brought to UCC by Staff and urged them to concentrate their efforts and doggedness to always maintain UCC as the “University of Competitive Choice” in Africa.

The Chancellor described as timely the vision of the Vice-Chancellor to make UCC an entrepreneurial university and called for teamwork between management and staff to consolidate the gains of the University.

 

Dr. (Sir) Sam Jonah Tours Project sites

 

The visit, which formed part of activities marking UCC at 60, also afforded the Chancellor the opportunity to tour some ongoing projects at the University, where he urged constructors working on the projects to complete them on schedule.

Dr. Jonah on tour of some projects at UCC

During the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, after welcoming the Chancellor to the University, touted the remarkable achievements of the Chancellor towards the growth of the University.

He enumerated some of the developmental projects ongoing outside the university, including the College of Distance Education (CoDE) project at Agona Nyarkrom in the Central Region.

Prof. Boampong lauded the Chancellor for showing leadership which had translated into the academic feats of the University.

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

UCC, Cardiff University to fight Glaucoma

13 Jul, 2022 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast, UCC, and Cardiff University, UK, have resolved to consolidate efforts to fight glaucoma - the leading cause of preventable irreversible blindness in Africa.

In view of this, a team of lecturers from the School of Optometry and Vision Science of Cardiff University are in UCC to collaborate with their counterparts at the Department of Optometry and Vision Science to work towards getting research grant to combat glaucoma in Africa.

The Director of Postgraduate Taught Programmes at Cardiff University, Prof. Barbara Ryan, made the announcement during a presentation on Glaucoma with faculty from the Department of Optometry and Vision Science-UCC.

Glaucoma is a condition where fluid pressure inside the eye becomes too high causing damage to the optic nerves. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) as at October 2012, at least 2.2 billion people had a near or distance vision impairment with 7.7 million of the number suffering glaucoma.

Prof. Barbara Ryan delivering her presentation on glaucoma

Prof. Ryan said the treatment for the disease was a challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa where patients were often undiagnosed or do not have access to affordable care.

Globally, she explained,  glaucoma was a big problem as some people could have optic nerves that were sensitive to normal eye pressure, meaning their risk of getting glaucoma was higher than normal. Consequently, she urged the public to regularly check their eyes since early detection was necessary.

She praised the student exchange programme between the two universities, which saw eight students from Cardiff University visit UCC to experience its academic activities.

On his part, the Coordinator for Research Collaboration between UCC and Cardiff University, Dr. Enyam Komla Amewuho Morny, advised that more attention needed to be given to eradicate the disease.

He said Glaucoma had no symptoms or warning signs, and could only be managed to prevent blindness if diagnosed early.

The Dean of the School of Allied Health Sciences, Prof. Desmond Omane Acheampong, was present at the event.

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

DISTANCE UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS

CODE admission extension
Academic Year: 
2022 to 2023

ADMISSION INTO FIRST DEGREE (DISTANCE) PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2022/2023 ACADEMIC YEAR

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for admission into Distance Learning Programmes of the College of Distance Education, University of Cape Coast, for the 2022/2023 academic year via direct entry or through mature applicants’ route.

1.0    SALES CENTRES

      The requisite application forms can be obtained from:

                    i.            The banks listed below: All Branches of GCB Bank Ghana Ltd.

a)      All Branches of Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) Ghana Ltd.

b)      All Branches of Zenith Bank Ghana Ltd.

c)      All Branches of Consolidated Bank

d)      All Branches of Prudential Bank Ltd.

e)      All Branches of GT Bank

f)       All branches of ARB APEX Bank and All Rural and Community Banks

g)      All branches of Republic Bank

h)      All Regional and Major District Offices of GHANA POST. 

                  ii.            Through Mobile Money ID *966*3*555#

                iii.            Regional Administrators

                iv.            Study Centre Coordinators

2.0    SALE OF APPLICATION FORMS

      The cost of an Application Form is as follows:

Direct Applicant (Diploma and Degree Programmes)

The cost of an Application Form is Two Hundred and Twenty-Five Ghana Cedis (GH¢225.00

Mature Entrance Examination Applicants

The cost of an Application Form is Two Hundred and Twenty-Five Ghana Cedis (GH¢225.00).

Applicants are required to pay additional Two Hundred and Fifty Ghana Cedis (GH¢250.00) into Account Name: CCE, Account Number: 3021130002394 at any branch of GCB Bank Ltd. The fee covers ONLY registration, tuition, examination and course pack for preparatory classes.

3.0        DEADLINES

The closing date for sale of application forms is 1st November, 2022 for MEE Applicants and 31st December, 2022 for DIRECT Applicants.

4.0        PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE FOR 2022/2023 ACADEMIC YEAR

A.    EDUCATION PROGRAMMES

Post-Diploma Programmes 

1.      2-year Bachelor of Education (Educational Psychology)

2.      2-year Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)

3.      2-year Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)

4.      2-year Bachelor of Education (Junior High School Education)

5.      3-year Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)

6.      3-year Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)

7.      3-year Bachelor of Education (Junior High School Education)

8.      3-year Bachelor of Education (Arts)

9.      3-year Bachelor of Education (Social Studies)

10.  3-year Bachelor of Education (Accounting)

11.  3-year Bachelor of Education (Management)

Post-WASSCE/SSSCE Programmes

1.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education )

2.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)

3.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Junior High School Education) 

4.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Accounting)

5.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Management)

6.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Social Studies)

7.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Arts)

8.      4-year Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

 

B.     BUSINESS PROGRAMMES

Post-Diploma Programmes

1.      2-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

2.      2-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

3.      2-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Management)

4.      2-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management)

5.      2-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing)

6.      2-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Procurement and Supply Chain Management)

7.      3-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

8.      3-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

9.      3-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Management)

10.  3-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management)

11.  3-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing)

12.  3-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Procurement and Supply Chain Management)

Post-WASSCE/SSSCE Programmes

1.      2-Year Diploma in Commerce (Accounting)

2.      2-Year Diploma in Commerce (Management)

3.      4-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

4.      4-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

5.      4-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Management)

6.      4-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management)

7.      4-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing)

8.      4-Year Bachelor of Commerce (Procurement and Supply Chain Management)

C.  SOCIAL SCIENCES PROGRAMMES

Post-Diploma Programmes

      2-Year Bachelor of Arts in Social Behaviour and Conflict Management

Post-WASSCE Programmes

1.      2-Year Diploma in Social Behaviour and Conflict Management

2.      4-Year Bachelor of Arts in Social Behaviour and Conflict Management

D.  MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE  PROGRAMMES

Post-Diploma Programmes

1.    2-Year Bachelor of Education (Science)

2.    2-Year Bachelor of Education (Mathematics)

3.    2-Year Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

4.    3-Year Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

 

Post-WASSCE Programmes

1.    2-Year Diploma in Information Technology

2.    4-Year Bachelor of Education (Science)

3.    4-Year Bachelor of Education (Mathematics)

4.    4-Year Bachelor of Science (Information Communication Technology)

5.    4-Year Bachelor of Science in Information Technolog

 

5.0        ENTRY REQUIREMENT FOR THE PROGRAMMES

A.    EDUCATION PROGRAMMES

             I.    POST-DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

 1.       2-year Bachelor of Education (Educational Psychology) with options in:

(a)   English

(b)   Mathematics

(c)   Social Studies

(d)   Vocational Studies

(e)   Ghanaian Language

Admission Requirement

Applicants must possess Diploma in Educational Psychology or Diploma in Educational Foundations or Diploma in Psychology and Foundations of Education from any recognized institution.

 

2.         2-year Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)

Admission Requirement

                             i.         Applicants must possess Diploma in Early Childhood Education or

                           ii.         Diploma in Basic Education from any recognized institution. 

 

3.          2-year Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)

Admission Requirement

Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Education Basic or Diploma in Educational Psychology

 

4.         2-year Bachelor of Education (Junior High School Education) 

Admission Requirement

Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Education Basic or Diploma in Educational Psychology.

 

5.       3-year Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)

Admission Requirement

i.            Applicants must be holders of Certificate in Early Childhood Education

ii.          Applicants must be holders of Diploma in subjects other than Education from any recognized institution.

 

6.          3-year Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) 

Admission Requirement

Applicants must be holders of Diploma in subjects other than Education from any recognized institution.

 

7.          3-year Bachelor of Education (Junior High School Education)

Admission Requirement

Applicants must be holders of Diploma in subjects other than Education from any recognized institution.

 

8.          3-year Bachelor of Education (Arts) with options in

(a)       Religions

(b)       English Language

(c)       Ghanaian Language

(d)       History

(e)       French

Admission Requirement

i.     Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Education Basic or Diploma in Educational Psychology. In addition, applicants must have read 3 Elective subjects in any of the following: English Literature, French, History, Ghanaian, Government, and Christian Religious Studies at WASSCE/SSSCE level.

ii.       Applicants must be holders of Diploma in subjects other than Education from any recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have read 3 Elective subjects in any of the following: English Literature, French, History, Ghanaian, Government, and Christian Religious Studies at WASSCE/SSSCE level.

 

9.          3-year Bachelor of Education (Social Studies)

Admission Requirement

i.    Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Basic Education or Diploma in Educational Psychology In addition, applicants must have read 3 Elective subjects including Economics and Geography at WASSCE/SSSCE level.

ii.    Applicants must be holders of Diploma in subjects other than Education from any recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have read 3 Elective subjects including Economics and Geography at WASSCE/SSSCE level.

 

10.      3-year Bachelor of Education (Accounting)

Admission Requirement

                      i.  Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Basic Education or Diploma in Educational Psychology. In addition, applicants must have read 3 Elective subjects including Financial Accounting at WASSCE/SSSCE level.

                    ii.  Applicants must be holders of Diploma in subjects other than Education from any recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have read 3 Elective subjects including Financial Accounting at WASSCE/SSSCE level.

 

11.      3-year Bachelor of Education (Management)

Admission Requirement

                      i.   Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Basic Education or Diploma in Educational Psychology. In addition, applicants must have read 3 Elective subjects including Business Management at WASSCE/SSSCE level.

                    ii.    Applicants must be holders of Diploma in subjects other than Education from any recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have read 3 Elective subjects including Business Management at WASSCE/SSSCE level.

 

         II.     POST-WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION) 

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY EDUCATION)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (ACCOUNTING)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (MANAGEMENT)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (SOCIAL STUDIES)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (ARTS)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (PSYCHOLOGY) 

 

Applicants must possess any one of the following qualifications:

1.      4-year Bachelor Of Education (Early Childhood Education)

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.   WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Electives in any subject area.

ii.    SSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Electives in any subject area.

iii.    General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in any two (2) elective subjects with grades not lower than D. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English. 

2.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) with options in:

(a)   English Language

(b)   Mathematics

(c)   Science

(d)   Ghanaian Language

(e)   Information Communication Technology

(f)    Social Studies

(g)   Visual Arts

(h)   Religious and Moral Education

Admission Requirement

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.        WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Electives in any subject area.

ii.      SSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Electives in any subject area.

iii.    General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in any two (2) elective subjects with grades not lower than D. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English.

3.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Junior High School Education) with options in:

(a)   English

(b)   Mathematics

(c)   Science

(d)   Ghanaian Language

(e)   Information Communication Technology

(f)    Social Studies

(g)   Agricultural Science

(h)   Religious and Moral Education

(i)     French

(j)     Home Economics

Admission Requirement

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.        WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Electives in any subject area.

ii.      SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Electives in any subject area.

iii.    General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in any two (2) elective subjects with grades not lower than D. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English.

4.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Accounting)

Admission Requirement

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.   WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Electives including Financial Accounting.

ii.    SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects including Financial Accounting

            iii.   General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in any two (2) elective subjects including Financial Accounting with grades not lower than D. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English.

5.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Management)

 Admission Requirement

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.  WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects including Business Management.

ii.   SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects including Business Management.

iii.  General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in any two (2) elective subjects including Business Management with grades not lower than D. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English. 

6.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Social Studies) 

Admission Requirement

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.  WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects including Economics and Geography.

ii.   SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects including Economics and Geography.

iii.  General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in Economics and Geography with grades not lower than D. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English. 

7.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Arts) with options in:

(f)    Religions

(g)   English Language

(h)   Ghanaian Language

(i)     History

(j)     French

Admission Requirement

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.  WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects in any of the following: English Literature, French, History, Ghanaian, Government, Christian Religious Studies.

ii.   SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects in any of the following: English Literature, French, History, Ghanaian, Government, Christian Religious Studies.

iii. General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in any two (2) Elective Subjects in any of the following: English Literature, French, History, Ghanaian, Government, Christian Religious Studies with grades not lower than D. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English.

8.      4-year Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

Admission Requirement

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.  WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects in Science, Social Science, Business or Arts programmes.

ii.   SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus 3 Elective subjects in Science, Social Science, Business or Arts.

iii.    General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in any two (2) Elective Subjects in Science, Social Science, Business or Arts with grades not lower than D. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English.

B.  BUSINESS PROGRAMMES - DIRECT ENTRY

2-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING OR FINANCE)

2-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (FINANCE)

Holders of any of the under listed qualifications from recognized institutions will be admitted to this programme;

                                  i.            Diploma in Commerce/Accounting

                                ii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accountancy

                              iii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Entrepreneurship & Finance

                         iv.         Final Certificate in Ghana Accounting Technician Examination (GAT)/Accounting Technicians Scheme West Africa (ATSWA)

                                v.            Part II of Professional Accountancy Examinations (ACCA, CIMA) from recognized Examination Body.

                              vi.            ICA Part II or 2B in the old system or ICA part III in the new system from recognized Examination Body.

 

            2-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (MANAGEMENT)

            2-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT)

      

Holders in any of the under listed qualifications from recognized institutions will be admitted to this programme;

                                  i.            Diploma in Management Studies

                                ii.            Diploma in Commerce/Accounting

                              iii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accountancy

                              iv.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Supply Chain Management

                                v.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Secretaryship & Management Studies

                              vi.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Bilingual Secretaryship and Management Studies

 

2-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (MARKETING)

Holders in any of the under listed qualifications from recognized institutions will be admitted to this programme;

                                  i.            Diploma in Management Studies

                                ii.            Diploma in Commerce/Accounting

                              iii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accountancy

                              iv.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Marketing

                                v.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Supply Chain Management

                              vi.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Secretaryship & Management Studies

                            vii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Bilingual Secretaryship and Management Studies

                          viii.            Chartered Institute of Management (CIM) - UCC

                              ix.            Chartered Institute of Management (CIM) - Ghana

 

2-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY   CHAIN MANAGEMENT)

Holders of any of the under listed qualifications from recognized institutions qualify for this programme;

                      i.            Diploma in Management Studies

                    ii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Purchasing and Supply

                  iii.            Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply from Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)

                  iv.            Advanced Diploma in Purchasing and Supply from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)

           v.     Higher Diploma in Supply Chain Management from the Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF) and International Federation of Freight Forwarders Association (FIATA)

             vi.       International Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)

      

       3-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING)

       3-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (FINANCE)

The three-year structure for accounting programme is designed for candidates with little or no background in accounting at the Diploma level. These include: 

                      i.            Diploma in Management Studies

                    ii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Marketing

                  iii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Supply Chain Management

                  iv.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Tourism Management

                    v.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Secretaryship & Management Studies

                  vi.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Bilingual Secretaryship and Management

                vii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Statistics and Engineering

              viii.            Any other qualification equivalent to Diploma from a related discipline

 

3-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (MANAGEMENT)

3-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT)

3-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (MARKETING)

 

       The three-year structure for Bachelor of Commerce programme is designed for candidates

with little or no background in general management at the Diploma level. These include:   

                      i.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Marketing

                    ii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Supply Chain Management

                  iii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Tourism & Hospitality Management.

                  iv.            Diploma in Business Administration

                    v.            Any other qualification equivalent to Diploma from a related discipline

      

3-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT)

The three-year structure for B.Com (Procurement and Supply Chain Management) programme is designed for applicants with little or no background in procurement management but hold a diploma in a related field or discipline. They include: 

                      i.            Diploma in Commerce (Accounting)

                    ii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Marketing

                  iii.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Secretaryship & Management Studies

                  iv.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Bilingual Secretaryship and Management Studies

                    v.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accountancy

                  vi.            Diploma in Procurement and Supply from Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)

                vii.            Diploma in Purchasing and Supply from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)

           viii.       Diploma in Supply Chain Management from the Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF) and International Federation of Freight Forwarders Association (FIATA)

                  ix.            Diploma in Logistics and Transport from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)

                    x.            Higher National Diploma (HND) in Tourism and Hospitality Management

                  xi.            Diploma in Administration (Procurement)

                xii.            Any other qualification equivalent to Diploma from a related discipline

 

2.     POST-WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Applicants must possess any one of the following (from i – viii ):

                    i.            WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects, three of which should be credit passes (A1-C6) including English Language and Core Mathematics. Applicants should also have passes in other elective subjects including Accounting or strong mathematics-related elective.

                  ii.            SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects including English Language and Core Mathematics. Applicants should also have passes in other elective subjects including Accounting or strong mathematics - related elective.

                iii.            General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) and RSA Stage II with at least grade D in 5 subjects including Accounting, Business Management, English Language and Mathematics.

                iv.            Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) and RSA Stage III with at least passes in three (3) subjects including Financial Accounting and Economics with grades D or better.

In addition, applicants must have passes in English Language and Mathematics with at least grade D7 in WASSCE or D in SSSCE or credit (6) at ‘O’ Level or better.

                  v.            London Chamber of Commerce (Intermediate) with three passes in subjects including Financial Accounting, Economics and Management. In addition applicants must possess passes in English Language and Mathematics with at least grade D7 in WASSCE or D in SSSCE or credit (6) at ‘O’ Level.

                vi.            G.C.E. ‘O’ Level with a minimum of 5 credits in 5 subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Financial Accounting.

              vii.            G.C.E. ‘A’ Level with passes in Two (2) subjects including Accounting with grade not lower than D. In addition, they must possess credits at G.C.E. ‘O’ Level in Mathematics and English.

            viii.            Professional Accountancy Certificate with a minimum of Part 1 of:

·         Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana),

·         Chartered Institute of Management Accountants,

·         Association of Certified Chartered Accountants,

·         Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana Accounting Technicians Examination (GAT) and Accounting Technicians Scheme West Africa (ATSWA).

In addition to the above, applicants should possess passes in Core Mathematics and English Language.

 

      2-YEAR DIPLOMA IN COMMERCE (MANAGEMENT)

      2-YEAR DIPLOMA IN COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING)

                    i.            The entry requirements are the same as those for Diploma in Commerce (Accounting) except that the subjects should include Commerce, Office Administration/Practice, Business Management and other related disciplines.

                  ii.            Holders of Private Secretary Certificates may also apply.

 

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING)

       Applicants must possess any one of the following (from i – vi ):

                      i.            Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicant must obtain passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. Also, applicants must have passes in any three elective subjects including Financial Accounting. The applicant’s aggregate should not exceed 24.

                    ii.            West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants must obtain passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies.

Also, applicants must have passes in any three elective subjects including Financial Accounting. The applicant’s aggregate should not exceed 36.

                  iii.            General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE)

Applicants must obtain passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics plus any three elective subjects would be eligible for admission into level 100.

                  iv.            General Certificate in Education (GCE) - Advanced Level Applicants

Applicants must obtain passes in three subjects (at least, one of the passes should be grade D or better). In addition, they must possess credit passes (Grade 6) in five G.C.E. ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Science (for non-science students).

                    v.            Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) Holders

Applicants with full Diploma in ABCE must have credit passes in five (5) subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination, SSSCE or WASSCE.  Applicants may be considered for admission at Level 200 of a degree programme.

                  vi.            Professional Certificate Holders

Applicants with Part 1 of the following Professional Accountancy Bodies may be admitted:

·         Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana),

·         Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

·         Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

·         Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators and

·         Chartered Financial Analysts

·         Chartered Institute of Management (CIM) – UCC

·         Chartered Institute of Management (CIM) – Ghana

·         Institute of Human Resource Professionals (IHRP)

·         Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI)

                vii.            Foreign and Professional Qualification Holders

All foreign and professional qualification holders should add the equivalences of their qualification from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for eligibility and admission to the programme.

 

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (FINANCE)

       Applicants must possess any one of the following (from i –vi ):

     i.     Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicant must obtain passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. Also, applicants must have passes in any three elective subjects including Financial Accounting. The applicant’s aggregate should not exceed 24.

        ii.West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants must obtain passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. Also, applicants must have passes in any three elective subjects including Financial Accounting. The applicant’s aggregate should not exceed 24.

      iii.     General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE)

Applicants must obtain passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics plus any three elective subjects would be eligible for admission into level 100.

      iv.     General Certificate in Education (GCE) - Advanced Level Applicants

Applicants must obtain passes in three subjects (at least, one of the passes should be grade D or better). In addition, they must possess credit passes (Grade 6) in five G.C.E. ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Science (for non-science students).

    v.   Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) Holders

Applicants with full Diploma in ABCE must have credit passes in five (5) subjects including; English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination, SSSCE or WASSCE.  Applicants may be considered for admission at Level 200 of a degree programme.

 vi.   Professional Certificate Holders

Applicants with Part 1 of the following Professional Accountancy Bodies may be admitted:

·           Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana),

·           Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

·           Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

·           Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators and

·           Chartered Financial Analysts

·           Chartered Institute of Management (CIM) – UCC

·           Chartered Institute of Management (CIM) – Ghana

·           Institute of Human Resource Professionals (IHRP)

·           Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI)

    vii.Foreign and Professional Qualification Holders

All foreign and professional qualification holders should add the equivalences of their qualification from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for eligibility and admission to the programme.

 

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (MANAGEMENT)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (MARKETING)

4-YEAR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT)

 

Applicants with any of the following qualifications may apply:

                    i.            Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants must obtain passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies; plus any three business elective subjects.  The applicant’s aggregate should not exceed 24.

                  ii.            West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants must obtain passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies; plus any three business elective subjects. The applicant’s aggregate should not exceed 36.

 

                iii.            Professional Examination Certificate Holders

·         Applicants with Part 1 of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators are eligible to apply.

·         All professional bodies

                iv.            Holders of Private Secretary Certificates may also apply

                  v.            General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) and Advanced Business Certificate Examination

Applicants must obtain at least four credit passes in English, Business Mathematics, Economics and Commerce.   Applicants must obtain at least two subjects in Advanced Business Certificate Examination.

 

C.    MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCES PROGRAMMES IN EDUCATION

A.    POST–DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

2-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (SCIENCE)

2-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (MATHEMATICS)

Applicants must have Diploma in Mathematics or Science Education from any recognized tertiary institution.

 

2-YEAR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)

Applicants must have an HND or equivalent Diploma (at least Third Class) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Information Science and any other related programme from an accredited tertiary institution.

 

Applicants with a First Degree (at least Second Class) in any Physical Sciences or Engineering may also apply.

 

3-YEAR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)

Applicants must have an HND or equivalent Diploma (Pass) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Information Science and any other related programme from an accredited tertiary institution.

 

Applicants with a First Degree (Third Class or Pass) in any Physical Sciences or Engineering may also apply.

 

B.     POST–WASSCE/SS PROGRAMMES

1.      4-year Bachelor of Education (Science) with options in

a)      Biology

b)      Chemistry

c)      Physics

Applicants must possess any one of the following qualifications:

                             i.     WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics and Social Studies or Integrated Science plus three (3) Elective Science subjects.

                           ii.   SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subject including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science plus three (3) Elective Science subjects.

                         iii.          General Certificate of Education (G.C.E.) ‘A’ Level with passes in Two (2) Science subjects with grades not lower than D.  In addition, applicants must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E. ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English.

 

2.         4-year Bachelor of Education (Mathematics ) with options in

a)      Chemistry

b)      Physics

c)      Accounting

d)      Business Management

e)      ICT

Applicants must possess any one of the following qualifications:

                i.   WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects, comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science and Core Mathematics plus Elective Mathematics  and any Two Elective subjects in the relevant area.

                      ii.          SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects, comprising three core subject including English Language, Integrated Science and Core Mathematics plus Elective Mathematics and any Two Elective subjects in the relevant area.

                    iii.          General Certificate of Education (G.C.E.) ‘A’ Level with passes in Two (2) Science or Business subjects with grades not lower than D.  In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E. ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English.

 

3.    4-year Bachelor of Education (Information Communication Technology)

Applicants must possess any one of the following qualifications:

                                  i.          WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects, comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science and Core Mathematics plus three Elective subjects.  The Elective subject should include at least one of the following: Elective Mathematics, Business Management, Accounting, Physics, Geography, Chemistry, Economics, Graphic Design and Picture Making.

                                ii.          SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects, comprising three core subject including English Language, Integrated Science and Core Mathematics plus three Elective subjects.  The Elective subjects should include at least one of the following: Elective Mathematics, Business Management, Accounting, Physics, Geography, Chemistry, Economics, Graphic Design and Picture Making.

                             iii.          General Certificate of Education (G.C.E.) ‘A’ Level with passes in at least one of the following elective subjects: Mathematics, Business Management, Accounting, Physics, Geography, Chemistry, Economics.  In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E.’O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English.

                              iv.          Post Diploma Applicant: Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least second class in ICT related programmes may be admitted to level 300 of the programme.  HND holders with lower than second class (Third Class and Pass) with a minimum of two years relevant working experience may be considered.

 

4.                  4-Year Bachelor of Sciences (Information Technology)

                                i.            WASSCE passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects, comprising three core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science and Core Mathematics plus Elective Mathematics  and any Two other Elective subjects.

                              ii.       SSSCE passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects, comprising three core subject including English Language, Integrated Science and Core Mathematics plus Elective Mathematics and any Two other Elective subjects in the relevant area.

                            iii.     General Certificate of Education (G.C.E.) ‘A’ Level with passes in Two (2) subjects including Mathematics. In addition, they must have five (5) passes at the G.C.E. ‘O’ Level including Core Mathematics and English Language.

DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

2-year Diploma (Information Technology)

Applicants must possess any one of the following:

i.      WASSCE passes (A1-D7) in three (3) core subjects, namely Mathematics, English Language and Integrated Science. Applicants must also have passes in Elective Mathematics and any two other elective courses.

ii.   SSSCE passes (A-D) in three (3) core subjects, namely Mathematics, English Language and Integrated Science. Applicants must also have passes in Elective Mathematics and any two other elective courses.

iii. General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) ‘A’ Level passes in two (2) science subjects with grades not lower than D. Applicants must also have passes at the G.C.E ‘O’ Level in Core Mathematics and English.

 

D.    ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES PROGRAMMES

      BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT 

      DIPLOMA  IN SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT

POST-DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

2-year Bachelor of Arts in Social Behavior and Conflict Management

Admission Requirement

Applicants applying for admission into the programme should have any of the following requirements:

i.        Diploma in Social Behaviour and Conflict Management from the University of Cape Coast

ii.     Related Diploma Certificate such as:

Diploma in Labour Studies – SDS, UCC

Diploma in Labour Studies – GIMPA, Legon

Diploma in Social Work – UG, Legon

POST-WASSEC/SSSCE PROGRAMMES

4-year Bachelor of Arts in Social Behavior and Conflict Management

Admission Requirement

Applicant must have one of the following qualifications:

i.                    WASSCE: Aggregate 36 or better in six subjects, three of which should be English Language, Core Mathematics, and Social Studies or Integrated Science.

ii.                  SSSCE: Aggregate 24 or better in six subjects including English Language, Core      

 Mathematics, Social Studies or Integrated Science.

iii.                GCE A-Level with passes in 2 subjects with grades not lower than D. In addition,         

applicant must have credit in GCE O-Level Core Mathematics and English Language.

iv.                 Matured Applicants: applicants 25 years of age or above can apply as a matured candidate. Such applicant must be successful in matured entrance examination to be organized by the College in Aptitude Test and General Knowledge. Matured applicant must have a minimum of WASSCE/SSSCE (D7, E8, or E) or GCE O-Level Certificate. 

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

2-Year Diploma in Social Behaviour and Conflict Management

Admission Requirement

Applicants applying for admission into the programme should have any of the following:

i.        Certificate in Social Behaviour and Conflict Management from the University of Cape Coast

ii.      Certificate from accredited tertiary institutions

iii.    Aggregate 24 or better in SSCE with passes in English and Mathematics

iv.    Aggregate 36 or better in WASSCE with passes in English and Mathematics

v.      GCE ‘A’ Level passes in two subjects and ‘O’ Level credit passes in English and Mathematics

vi.    GCE ‘O’ Level passes in five subjects including English and Mathematics

vii.  Teachers’ certificate ‘A’ with ‘O’ Level credit passes in English and Mathematics

viii.   Stenographer Grade Two Certificate

ix.    Matured applicants (minimum 25 years of age), and personnel from protection and security agencies with 5 years minimum experience can apply to write an entrance examination to  be considered for admission.

6.1   ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

  Main Papers

      The main examinations for candidates will comprise;

                                i.            Aptitude Test

                              ii.            General Paper

Special Papers

Special examinations in Mathematics and English Language for candidates who do not have credit passes at G.C.E. ‘O’ Level (grade 6 or better) or WASSCE/SSSCE (grade C6/D or better).

 

NB: Applicants are to note that the preparatory classes in the lead up to the Mature Entrance Examination shall take place at the designated examination centres in October, 2022.

 

7.0        ONLINE APPLICATIONS

a)      Applicants will be given a receipt or text message containing a pin and serial number at the various Sale Centres. This will be used to complete the Application Form Online. Applicants should take the receipt to the nearest Study Centre Coordinator for further instructions.

b)      Online applicants should visit application.ucc.edu.gh, then go to Admissions and click on Apply Online for further instructions. Applicants should then select DISTANCE application type.

c)      All applicants are required to provide the following information on the large EMS envelope: 

                                            i.            Application reference number 

                                          ii.            Names in full, no abbreviations accepted

                                        iii.            Address 

                                        iv.            Study/examination centre 

                                          v.            Region 

                                        vi.            Contact number 

                                      vii.            Programme – which should be hand written.

d.) Applicants should ensure that all WASSCE/SSSCE results are verified. A copy of the Confirmation Page together with a copy of Academic Transcript and Certificates should be submitted to the nearest College of Distance Education Study Centre or to any branch of Ghana Post Office.

 

8.0        SUBMISSION OF COPIES OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS

·        Two copies of completed online Application forms accompanied by two copies of result slips, certificates and transcripts should be sent to the nearest College of Distance Education (CoDE) Study Centres or to the Ghana Post

·         Hard Copies of the completed online application forms should reach the Admissions Unit, College of Distance Education not later than 7th October, 2022 for MEE Applicants and 9th December, 2022 for DIRECT Applicants.

·         Application forms received without application reference numbers, photocopies of certificates, results slips/final GPA of transcripts will not be processed.

·         Keep photocopies of the confirmation page and receipt with pin and serial numbers for reference purposes.

·         Application reference numbers should be quoted when communicating with the College.

·         Foreign applicants will pay their fees in US Dollars.

·         For enquires, call us on 0556950944.

 

9.0        REGIONAL OFFICES AND STUDY CENTRES OF COLLEGE OF DISTANCE

      EDUCATION:

Applicants should submit their completed Application Forms or Enquire about the Sale of Application Forms from the following Regional and Study Centres of the College of Distance Education, University of Cape Coast branches:

 

1.      Ashanti:  Kumasi Office (Tafo Nhyiaso) 0265122212, 0322496452, 0322496747, 0559390971, Obuasi (Obuasi Snr. High Technical Sch), Offinso (Dwamena Akenten SHS), Kumasi (Simms, Serwa Nyarko Girls, KSTS, KTI, WESCO, T. I. AMASS and Mmofraturo School), Mampong Technical College of Education, Manso Abore SHS, Nkawie Sec Tech, Tepa S.H.S. and Konongo Odumasi SHS.

2.      Bono, Bono East and Ahafo: - Sunyani Office (Abesim, Asana Junction) 0352290592, 0279653354,, Dormaa SHS, Drobo SHS, Nkoranman SHS, Atebubu SHS, Hwidiem SHS, Techiman SHS, Nkoranza SHS, Kintampo SHS, Wenchi Methodist SHS, Sunyani SHS, and Sunyani Technical University.

3.      Central –  CoDE Building Office; 0201610191, Swedru (SWESBU & SWESCO), Assin Foso (Obiri Yeboah SHS), Apam SHS, Breman Asikuma SHS,  Dunkwa-On-Offin (Boa Amponsem SHS), Kasoa (Ngleshi Amanfrom SHS, Mary Star of the Sea, Norris Jorsling) and Twifo Praso SHS

4.      Eastern - Koforidua Office (near Democracy Restaurant, off the Oyoko-Asokore Highway) 0559515517, Oda (Attafuah SHS), Abetifi College of Education, Yilo Krobo Sec. Tech., Akwamuman SHS (Akosombo), Begoro Presec SHS, Oyoko Methodist SHS, Ghana Secondary School and IGNIS School Nsawam

5.  Greater Accra – CoDE-UCC Office, Accra (Papafio Hills) 0262313448, 0231082371, Zenith College, St. Margaret Mary Sec. Tech., Lutheran- Kanda and Madina, Deyoungters International, Odorgonno SHS and Accra High SHS); Ada (Ada College of Education and Ada SHS) and Tema (Tema SHS, Chemu SHS and Trinity Lutheran School)  

6.    Northern, North East and Savanna - Tamale Office (Sagnarigu, Old Airport Area), 037209574, 0545926648, 0592190002, Salaga SHS, Damongo SHS, Gambaga Girls SHS, Tamale College of Education and Tamale Technical University.

7.  Upper East - Bolgatanga Office (Yikeni on the Navrongo Rd.) 0382096381, Navrongo (Notre Dame SHS), Zebilla SHTS

8.     Upper West: - Wa Office at Sombo close to Homeland Clinic 0505083555, Wa Sec, Tumu College of Education, Lawra SHS, Nandom SHS

9.   Volta and Oti: – Ho Office (Little Bethlehem) 0362092256, 0247824240, Akatsi College of Education, St. Teresa’s College of Education, Hohoe, Jasikan College of Education, Mawuli SHS, Keta Business College and Sokode SHS.

10. Western and Western North:- Takoradi Office (Ntankorful) 0559356269, Tarkwa (Fiaseman SHS), Nsein SHS, Enchi College of Education, , Bibiani Sec Tech, Sefwi Dabiso College of Education, Juaboso SHS and Sefwi Wiawso College of Education, Bompeh SHS, St. John’s SHS and Holy Child College of Education.                                                       

REGISTRAR

Supervision key to performance of basic schools in Central Region, study finds

12 Jul, 2022 By DIS

Adequate supervision and monitoring in public basic schools are fundamental to improving standards and performance of students in English Language, Mathematics and Science (EMS) in the Central Region, a study has shown.

The study, “Curriculum Delivery in English Language, Mathematics and Science at Basic Schools in Central Region” was conducted by researchers from the College of Education Studies, University of Cape Coast (UCC) and funded by the Directorate of Research and Innovation Consultancy (DRIC)-UCC.

The research team was made up of Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis (Lead Researcher), Prof. Mark Owusu Amponsah, Dr. Christopher Yaw Kwaah, Dr. Christopher Beccles, Mr. Seth Kofi Nti and Mr. Anthony Takyi.

The researchers presented a report on their findings at a dissemination forum with managerial staff and headteachers of the Cape Coast Metro Education Directorate of the Ghana Education Service) and funders of the research, DRIC-UCC.

Findings

Per the findings, “quite a number of teachers, especially from below average achieving schools were found using outmoded syllabus”.

The Lead Researcher, Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis, presenting findings of the research, noted that some teachers were still using 2007 syllabus to teach EMS, whilst three schools were found using the 2001 syllabus to teach Mathematics.

He said the research, conducted in 2019, was in seventeen (17) schools in the Cape Coast Metropolis, Mfansteman Municipality and the Assin District but the report delayed as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Prof. Davis, lead for the research team presenting the findings at the forum

The findings, Prof. Davis noted, showed that teachers  were unable to cover many topics  in the three subject areas, especially in Grammar for English Language; Bearing, Vectors, as well as Shape and Space for Mathematics and, Chemical compounds and Basic Electronics for Science.

The study attributed the inability of teachers to cover all topics to “loss of instructional time through extra curricula activities”, he added.

The lead researcher observed that teachers mentioned work overload and the non-readiness of students to study as some of the reasons for the fallen standard of performance in EMS.

 “Generally, the topics students said they had difficulty in understanding reflected the topics the teachers said they skipped, or they had difficulty in teaching”, stressed Prof. Davis, who is also the Provost of the College of Education Studies-UCC.

 Recommendation

 

Among others, the research team recommended the need for the Ghana Education Service (GES) to step up supervision in public and private basic schools to avoid the situation where some teachers use the wrong curriculum.

A group photo of the Research Team and Participants in the forum

The researchers suggested the GES should provide hard copies of curriculum to teachers, especially those in remote areas.

The study called for stakeholders to take a relook at the policy of mass promotion in basic schools which enabled pupils with abysmal performances to be promoted.

For his part, the Head of Human Resource at GES in the Cape Coast Metropolis, Mr. Kofi Apeatse Odum, asked the researchers to furnish the GES with the document to enable management get apprised.

He lauded the researchers and added that frantic steps would be taken to address the gaps the study found.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

UCC Security Section Honours Mrs. Alberta Yaa Graham

12 Jul, 2022 By DIS

The Security Section of University of Cape Coast, UCC, has presented a Citation of Honour to the Director of Consular and General Services, Mrs. Alberta Yaa Graham. This was in appreciation of her commitment to the Section.

The presentation was made to Mrs. Graham by the Provost of the College of Agricultural and Natural Sciences (CANS), Prof. Moses Jojo Eghan, supported by Head of the Security Section, Col. (rtd) Joseph K. Baah Tsiquaye.

Mrs. Graham was honoured at the maiden Rank Wearing ceremony organized by the Security Section to promote thirty-eight (38) security personnel for their outstanding work at the University of Cape Coast.

The personnel were promoted to the ranks of Senior Officer, Assistant Senior Officer and Senior Guard (Grades 1 and 2).

The citation read in part, “You have demonstrated good leadership, resilience and dedication in the discharge of your responsibilities…Your invaluable contribution in diverse ways has helped put the Security Section on a high pedestal. Your commitment, presence, humility and motivation of the Guard Force during Security programmes will always be remembered. You have been a mentor and played a huge role for the betterment of the Security Section.”

Mrs Graham (left) decorating a promoted security person at the maiden Rank Wearing Ceremony

Mrs. Alberta Yaa Graham is a Deputy Registrar and was appointed on 3rd September, 2019 as Acting Director of Consular and General Services of UCC. By dint of hard work, the appointment was made substantive on 6th November, 2020.

Mrs. Graham has served and continues to serve (either as Secretary, Member or Chairperson) on various statutory boards and committees of the University. She is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultant (CIAMC) of Ghana and a member of the Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) Ghana.  She has worked for twenty-four (24) years as an administrator and seventeen (17) years as a professional administrator.

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

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