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Degree Type: 
Doctor of PhilosophyDepartment of Guidance and Counseling
Programme Duration: 
3 years (Standard Entry)
About Programme: 

The Ph. D programme is for a three-year period and consists mainly of research, preparation of thesis and internship. During the research period each student will be expected to give seminars.

Goal / Objectives: 
  1. To produce high calibre experts in Guidance and Counselling to lecture in tertiary institutions and contribute to the continuous and sustainable growth and development of the country.
  2. To provide students with the skills of research and critical thinking in understanding human behaviour and in meeting emerging challenges in the Ghanaian society.
  3. To impact students with appropriate expertise in the skills of counselling, developing and organising Guidance and Counselling programmes and centres for educational institutions.
  4. To develop in students the ability to extend Guidance and Counselling services to community and agency settings (hospitals, prisons, the armed forces, etc.).
Career Opportunities: 

The wide range of courses offered at the postgraduate levels equip graduates in Guidance and Counselling with professional knowledge and skills in Counselling to pursue career in diverse fields as Education, Civil/Public service, Health Services etc,

Entry Requirements: 

Admission into the PhD programme requires that applicants have any of the following qualifications: (a) A Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) degree in Guidance and Counselling or M.Ed/ M.A (with thesis) in Guidance and Counselling. (b) M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (c) M.Phil in Counselling Psychology (d) Submit an official transcript of academic record

Other Requirements: (e)  Submit, at least, two reference reports, one of which must be from a former lecturer. (f)  Submit a pre-proposal of 3-5 pages on the intended area of study, including a bibliography (g) Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the Colleges/Faculties/Schools/ Institutes/Departments. These may include relevant work experience, a written entrance examination and/or an interview.   

Introduction to Music Theory

This course is designed as a continuation of MUD 111. While deepening their reading and writing skills in musical notation, students will acquire additional knowledge in basic scales and modes, key signatures as well as triads. This will enable them to analyse simple music pieces with regard to melodic structure and tonality. 

Course Code: 
MUD 112
No. of Credits: 
1
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Music

Algebra I

Not published

Course Code: 
EBS 101
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Early Childhood Education

Inter-Faculty Course*

No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Human Resource Management

Language and Linguistics

Not published

Course Code: 
EBS 108
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Early Childhood Education

Introduction to African Dance

Students will be introduced to African dance in this course, including traditional dances from Ghana and other West African countries. In addition to the application of a variety of dance techniques in choreographies, the course sensitises students to the important interrelation between dance movements and cues played on the drums. 

Course Code: 
DAN 112
No. of Credits: 
1
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Music

Foundation Accounting II

This course builds on Foundation Accounting I, and consolidates the mastery of financial accounting principles, conventions, and procedures within the framework of the International Financial Reporting Standards and the provisions of Ghana’s Companies Act (Act 179, 1963). The course emphasises the preparation of financial statement for partnerships, companies, and non-profit making organisations. Also, students are introduced to special accounting procedures and practices, for example, those tailored to the needs of manufacturing organisation.

Course Code: 
SBU 104
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Human Resource Management

French Syntax Analysis

Not published

Course Code: 
FRE 420
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Basic Education

Linguistics of the Ghanaian Language (Morphology and Syntax)     

Not published

Course Code: 
GHL 414 A,E & G
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Basic Education

Fundamentals of Business II

This is a continuation of Fundamentals of Business I. It explores other key functional areas and aspects of business including international trade, financial institutions, documents and methods of payment used in business, securities market, insurance, foreign exchanges market, money and monetary policies. Emphasises is laid on how these institutions help promote businesses and economic development.

Course Code: 
SBU 102
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Human Resource Management

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