A level 300 student of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) pursing B.Sc. (Midwifery)- Top-Up programme at the Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Kumasi, Mr. Emmanuel Atta Boakye, has been adjudged as the Most Outstanding Staff-Community-Based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) Centres in Ghana for the year 2023.
This was at the maiden edition of the Ghana Health Service Excellence Awards which was held in December 2023 in Accra.
Mr. Boakye took the covetous award for his enormous contribution to improving access to quality healthcare delivery in the country.
In 2022, he also emerged the Most Outstanding Staff for CHPS Centres category in the Ashanti Region.
The Director-General of the Service, Dr Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, who chaired the occasion, said the awards scheme “an integral part of our staff welfare and performance management system, designed to recognise and celebrate outstanding performance at both individual and institutional levels”.
According to him, the awards scheme sought to instill patriotism and professionalism among dedicated health workers as well as to promote a culture of achievement and retain health professionals in deprived areas.
The Director-General remarked that the awards scheme, apart from enhancing customer care and promoting patient satisfaction also aligns with the tenets of the Network of Practice, a GHS flagship programe that strives to maximize performance in the pursuit of Universal Health Coverage.
He revealed that the awards scheme became urgent during the wake of the covid-19 pandemic where our health workers emerged as unsung heroes with their unwavering commitment and resilience despite challenging circumstances.
Dr Kuma-Aboagye explained that the awards were structured at three levels: District, Regional and National, where winners at the district and regional levels moved respectively to compete at the national level for the grand awards.
The ceremony saw dignitaries like the Deputy Minister for health, Hon. Tina Mensah, and the First Lady of the Republic of Ghana, Her Excellency Mrs. Rebecca Akufo-Addo who was the special guest of honor.
In all, 66 health workers, including facilities and development partners, were honoured for their outstanding performance in healthcare delivery.
Source: Documentation and Information Section
Academic Year:
2023 to 2024
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for admission into the following undergraduate and post-graduate engineering programmes of the University of Cape Coast for the 2023/2024 academic year.
1.0 UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
A. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (WATER AND PUBLIC HEALTH ENGINEERING)
Entry Requirements
Post WASSCE / SSSCE APPLICANTS:
· Have credit passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE respectively;
· Three (3) of the six subjects should be core subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies and three must be science-based or technical elective subjects.
B. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING)
Entry Requirements
Post WASSCE / SSSCE APPLICANTS:
· Have credit passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE respectively;
· Three (3) of the six subjects should be core subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies and other three must be science-based elective subjects (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology or Crop Husbandry and Horticulture, Animal Husbandry) or three (3) technical elective subjects (Mathematics and any two (2) of the following: Physics, Wood Work, Metal Work, Technical Drawing, Applied Electricity and Building Construction).
C. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (CHEMICAL ENGINEERING)
Post WASSCE / SSSCE APPLICANTS:
· Have credit passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE respectively;
· Three (3) of the six subjects should be core subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies and three must be science-based or technical elective subjects.
1.1 HOW TO APPLY
1.1 Ghanaian Applicants
Applicants are to purchase application E-Vouchers for online application at the Centres listed below:
1.2 SALES CENTRES
a. Cashier’s Office, University of Cape Coast
b. University of Cape Coast - Accra Office, Tesano - Accra
c. Ghana Post Company Limited (Regional and District Capitals)
d. All UCC College of Distance Education (CoDE) Study Centres
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
k. All Network Branches of Zenith Bank Nationwide
l. All Network Branches of Prudential Bank Nationwide
1.3 COST OF E-VOUCHERS
Ghanaian applicants - GH₡ 220.00
International applicants – (visit apply.ucc.edu.gh and click on ‘apply as international student’)
Deadlines for the sale of Application E-vouchers (Ghanaian candidates) and the submission of completed online application forms (all applicants) are Friday 12th January, 2024 and Tuesday, 16th January, 2024 respectively.
1.4 ONLINE APPLICATIONS
a. Applicants should visit apply.ucc.edu.gh then under “Application Process” select “click to apply for a programme” for further instructions
1.5 NO HARD COPIES OF COMPLETED
Applicants are required to keep printed copies of their application for their own record and reference after submitting the completed online application form. No hard copy should be sent by POST or delivered by HAND to the University.
REGULAR GRADUATE DEGREE (MSC/M.PHIL/PH.D IN COASTAL ENGINEERING) PROGRAMMES - 2023/2024 ACADEMIC YEAR
Applications are invited from qualified persons for admission into REGULAR (Full-Time) graduate (MSc/M.Phil/Ph.D in Coastal Engineering) programmes in the University of Cape Coast for the 2023/2024 Academic Year, beginning on 6th January, 2024.
NB: Applicants are to note that names on their academic certificate(s) should correspond to the names on their application form.
Applicants are to buy vouchers which will enable them to apply online. The vouchers are for sale at the centres listed below:
1.0 SALE CENTRES
(a) Cash Office, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast. (Mode of Payment – CASH)
(b) University of Cape Coast Accra Office, Tesano, Accra. (Mode of Payment – CASH)
(c) I-J Consult, Apostle Dr. Baidoo Avenue (Off Pentecost Convention Centre Road), Millennium City, Kasoa (Mode of Payment – CASH)
(d) Ghana Post Offices at the Regional and District Capitals. (Mode of Payment – CASH)
(e) All Network Branches of GCB Bank, ADB Bank, GT Bank, Republic Bank, ARB Apex Bank, Consolidated Bank, Prudential Bank, Zenith Bank, Nationwide
1.1 COST OF VOUCHER
Ghanaian Applicants - GH¢320.00
International Applicants should visit www.sgs.edu.gh to download a Manual Application form to complete.
The deadline for the sale of Voucher is Friday, 12th January, 2024 .
Upload the following documents on or before Monday, 15th January, 2024:
· Academic Certificate(s)
· Transcript (if not a UCC graduate)
· 2-3 pages Research Proposal
Note: For referees report, provide details of two persons, one of which must be from the last institution attended. Information required include:
· Referee’s name
· Referee’s institutional email
· Referee’s personal contact
For further enquiries, please contact us on:
Tel.: [03321] 32480 Ext 230, 237, [03321] 35351, 0207087976
E-mail: graduatestudies@ucc.edu.gh
2.0 DURATION AND STRUCTURE OF PROGRAMMES
Ph.D
36 Months -Full Time
The Ph.D programme shall consist of two parts. These shall be by one year of course work or directed reading, and two years for thesis writing which shall be a requirement for the award of the Ph.D.
M.Phil
24 Months -Full Time
The M.Phil Programmes shall normally extend over four semesters (two academic years) and shall be in two parts. The first part shall consist of course work for one academic year (two semesters). On successful completion of the first part and on the recommendation of the Department’s Committee on Graduate Studies, a student may proceed to the second part comprising the writing of a thesis which shall be a requirement for the award of the M.Phil Degree.
3.1 COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL SCIENCES (CANS)
3.1.1 SCHOOL OF SUSTAINABLE ENGINEERING
Ø MSc Coastal Engineering
An applicant seeking admission into the MSc Coastal Engineering programme must:
a) Have obtained a first degree with, at least, a Second Class (Lower Division) in a relevant engineering field or natural sciences from a recognised university
b) Submit an official transcript of academic record
c) Submit two referees’ reports, one of which must be from the last institution attended
d) Pass a selection interview conducted for that purpose.
Ø M.Phil Coastal Engineering
An applicant seeking admission into the M.Phil Coastal Engineering programme must:
a) Have obtained a first degree with, at least, a Second Class (Lower Division) in a relevant engineering field or natural sciences from a recognised university
b) Submit an official transcript of academic records (if not a graduate from UCC)
c) Submit two referees’ reports, one of which must be from the last institution attended
d) Submit a proposal of 2-3 pages on the intended area of study, including references.
e) Pass a selection interview conducted for that purpose.
Ø Ph.D Coastal Engineering
An applicant seeking admission into the Ph.D Coastal Engineering programme must:
a) Have either an M.Phil or equivalent degree in Coastal Engineering or an appropriate field of study from a recognised university. OR
b) Have a non-research M.Sc. degree in Coastal Engineering or an appropriate field of study, with a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.5 or better
c) Have scored B+ or better in Research Methods or a similar course
d) Submit an official transcript of academic records
e) Submit two referees’ reports, one of which must be from the last institution attended
f) Submit a proposal of 3-5 pages on the intended area of study, including references
g) Pass a selection interview conducted for that purpose
REGISTRAR
The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has held carols and thanksgiving service to mark this year’s Christmas celebration.
The nine scripture readings which concentrated on the birth of Jesus were taken from the book of Genesis, John, Mathew and Isaiah.
Performing at the event were Voices of Accountability Choir, the Ceven Choir and the Mass Choir Mass Theatre which delivered some melodious festive season songs that ignited the atmosphere.
Song Ministration by Mass Choir Mass Theatre
The first lesson, which was taken from Genesis 3:9-19 (The fall of man), was read by the Registrar, Mr. Jeff Onyame, while the second, from Genesis 22:9-18 (God tests Abraham’s obedience), was read by the Vice-President of University Teachers Association of Ghana-UCC, Dr. Eva Doodoo.
A representative of Chaplaincy Unit, Rev. Dr. Kwamprah, read the third lesson from Isaiah 9:2 and 6-7 (The prophet foretells the coming of the Saviour), with a representative of the Senior Staff Association, Mr. Albert Awortwie, reading the fourth lesson., amongst others.
Addressing the function, Prof. Johnson Nyarko, expressed gratitude to staff and students for working hard to achieve lots of success for the University.
He used the occasion to thanked God for His kindness in the year and wished staff and students a Merry Christmas and the best of the festive season.
Prof. Johnson Nyarko
“Let us remember to pray for the needs of the whole world for peace and the goodwill towards all mankind for unity and brotherhood within the university community and even beyond,” he added.
Prof. Boampong paid glowing tributes to departed staff members and asked God to grant them eternal rest and comfort their families.
Source: Documentation and Information Section
The Senior Staff Association (SSA) of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has donated exercise and reading books to four basic schools in the catchment communities of the University.
The beneficiary schools were St. Anthony Anglican Basic School, Amamoma Presbyterian Basic School, Imam Khomeini Islamic Basic School and Kwaprow Basic School.
The donation formed part of activities marking this year’s SSA-UCC Week celebration held in October 2023.
Presentation
Presenting the books to the heads of the beneficiary schools, the Chairman of SSA-UCC, Mr. Sandy Kumi-Sinatra, expressed the hope that the presentation of the books would motivate the pupils to study hard.
He described the gift as the widow’s mite of SSA-UCC's contribution to improve teaching and learning in the schools.
Mr. Sandy Kumi-Sinatra, Chairman of SSA-UCC, presenting the books to Mrs. Hannah Tachie-Menson, Headteacher of Kwaprow Basic School, and Mr. Joseph Mensah, Headteacher of Kwaprow Junior High School.
Mr. Kumi-Sinatra used the opportunity to advise final year students, prevailing on them to take their studies seriously so that they could further their education up to the tertiary level.
The Headteacher of Kwaprow Basic School, Mrs. Hannah Tachie-Menson, on behalf of all the four schools, thanked SSA-UCC for the gesture, which she noted, would go a long way to improve academic work in the schools.
She said the reading books would play a very critical role in the academic performance of the pupils.
Mrs. Tachie-Menson implored philanthropic organisations to emulate SSA-UCC’s kind gesture.
Source: Documentation and Information Section
The management of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has handed over a Toyota Land Cruiser pickup to the Security Section to augment its fleet and improve on its operational capability.
The vehicle is to facilitate effective night patrol and watchdog activities of the Security Section on campus and communities surrounding the University.
Presenting the vehicle at the premises of the Institute of Education, the Registrar, Mr. Jeff Onyame, reaffirmed the management’s commitment to build a strong Security Section capable of ensuring the safety and security of staff and students.
Mr. Jeff Onyame,Registrar, being assisted by Mrs. Alberta Yaa Graham,Director of the Directorate of Consular and General Services, to cut the tape to officially inaugurate the vehicle
Mr. Onyame reminded staff and students to tackle safety and security as a collective responsibility.
The Registrar assured the Security Section of management’s continuous support in the area of logistics to enable the Section to protect lives and properties in the University.
He entreated the Security Section to ensure that the vehicle was well maintained and also used for its intended purpose.
For her part, the Director of the Directorate of Consular and General Services, Mrs. Alberta Yaa Graham, expressed gratitude to management for the donation.
She was optimistic that the vehicle would facilitate the movement of personnel of the Security Section to discharge their duties effectively.
Mrs. Graham, who received the keys to the vehicle, gave the assurance that the vehicle would be used judiciously to help reduce crime on campus and the surrounding communities.
Mrs. Alberta Yaa Graham (in UCC cloth),Director of the Directorate of Consular and General Services, and Col. Joseph Kojo Baah-Tsiquaye (rtd.), in suit, Head of the Security Section, along with some personnel of the Security Section posed for the press.
The Head of the Security Section, Col. Joseph Kojo Baah-Tsiquaye (rtd.) thanked management for the support extended to his outfit and promised that the vehicle would be maintained regularly for the purpose it was donated.
Col. Baah-Tsiquaye assured staff and students that the Security Section would continue to work assiduously to make campus a safe place for everyone.
He called on sections and units within the University as well as individuals and organisations to complement management’s effort by providing the Section with basic tools to enhance its operations.
Source:Documentation and Information Section