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Post-Graduate Regular Programmes

Academic Year: 
2019 to 2020

Applications are invited from qualified persons for admission into REGULAR (Full-Time) graduate programmes in the University of Cape Coast for the 2019/2020 academic year, beginning on 1st August, 2019. Applicants are to access the admission brochure through 

SGS Admission Brochure for Regular Programmes (2019-2020 Academic Year)

Applicants are to buy scratch cards which will enable them to apply online. The scratch cards are up for sales 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: Payment to be made at the GCB, Kaneshie Industrial Area Branch ONLY)

Bank:                          Ghana Commercial Bank, Kaneshie Industrial Area

Account NO.:             1201130006903

Account Name:          Accra Guest House – University of Cape Coast

(c)       Ghana Post Offices at the Regional and District Capitals (Mode of Payment – POSTAL ORDER)

(d)       I-J Consult, Apostle Dr. Baidoo Avenue (Off Pentecost Convention Centre Road), Millennium City, Kasoa (Mode of Payment – CASH)

(e)       All UCC College of Distance Education (CoDE) Study Centres (Mode of payment: GCB Bankers Draft in the name of the The Registrar, University of Cape Coast)

(f)        All Branches of Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB) Ghana Ltd.

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

(h)       All Branches of Zenith Bank Ghana Ltd.

(i)        All Branches of Prudential Bank Ghana Ltd.

(j)        All Branches of ARB APEX Bank and All Rural and Community Banks.

(k)       All Branches of Unibank Ghana Ltd.

(l)        All Branches of Republic Bank Ghana Ltd.

 

1.1 COST OF SCRATCH CARD:

Ghanaian Applicants        -           GH¢320.00

International Applicants      -      USD$100.00

The deadline for the sale of Scratch Cards is Tuesday, 30th April 2019.

Completed application forms should be returned on or before Thursday, 16th May 2019 to:

The Deputy Registrar

School of Graduate Studies

University of Cape Coast

Cape Coast

For further enquiries, please contact us on:

Tel.: [03321] 32480 Ext 230, 237, [03321] 35351, 0207087976

 E-mail: graduatestudies@ucc.edu.gh

 

2.0       ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Candidates seeking admission to PhD programmes must:

  • Have an MPhil or research MA/MEd/MSc/MBA degree in an appropriate field of study from a recognised university.
  • Have MA/Med/MSc/MBA degree in an appropriate field, with CGPA of 3.5 or better with not more than grade C+. Also, have scored B+ or better in Research Methods course.
  • Submit an official transcript of academic record.
  • Submit at least three referee reports, one of whom must be from a former Lecturer.
  • Submit a 3-5 page proposal on intended area of study including a working bibliography
  • Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the College/Faculty/School/ Department (e.g. selection interview)

Master of Philosophy/Commerce/Nursing (MPhil/MCom/MN) Programmes

Candidates seeking admission to MPhil/MCom/MN degree programmes must:

  • Have obtained a good first degree (at least a second class division) in an appropriate field of study from a recognised university/analogous institution.
  • Submit an official transcript of academic record.
  • Submit at least two referee reports, one of whom must be from a former Lecturer.
  • Submit a 2-3 page proposal on intended area of study including references.
  • Pass a selection interview.
  • Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the College/Faculty/School/ Department (e.g. selection interview)

Master of Arts/Science/Education/Business Administration (MA/MSc/MEd/MBA) Programmes

Candidates seeking admission to MA/MSc/MEd/MBA degree programmes must:

  • Have obtained a good first degree (at least a second class division) in an appropriate field of study from a recognised university/analogous institution.
  • Submit an official transcript of academic record.
  • Submit names of two referees, one of whom must be a former Lecturer.
  • Satisfy any additional requirements prescribed by the College/Faculty/School/ Department.

3.0    DURATION AND STRUCTURE OF PROGRAMMES

PhD

36 Months -Full Time

The PhD 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 PhD.

MPhil/MCom/MN

24 Months -Full Time

The MPhil/MCom/MN 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 MPhil/MCom/MN Degree.

MA/MSc/MEd/ MBA

15 Months -Full Time

MA/MSc/MEd/MBA programmes are in two parts. The first part shall consist of two semesters of course work and the second part is made up of writing a dissertation which is a requirement for the award of the MA/MSc/MEd/MBA Degree

 

4.0    GRADUATE PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE IN THE COLLEGES, FACULTIES, SCHOOLS, INSTITUTES, DEPARTMENTS

4.1    COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND LEGAL STUDIES

4.1.1      FACULTY OF ARTS

A.    Department of Religion and Human Values

  • PhD (Religion and Human Values)
  • MPhil (Religion and Human Values)

B.    Department of Ghanaian Languages and Linguistics

  • MPhil (Ghanaian Language) - Akan/Ewe/Ga

The Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) Ghanaian Languages Programme is designed to provide a state of the art training to Ghanaian language teachers, practitioners (such as media personnel), and researchers. Students are therefore equipped with the requisite knowledge and skills for a deeper appreciation of the Ghanaian language for both practical/functional purposes, such as teaching and moderating high level intellectual discourse in the Ghanaian language, and purely academic pursuits such as conducting an independent research in the Ghanaian language.

The programme covers two areas of Ghanaian language studies, namely:

1. Language

2. Literature

Presently, the programme focuses on Akan, Ewe and Ga.

Additional Entry Requirements

Prospective applicants should have

(i)      Obtained a good First Degree (minimum Second Class Lower) from the University of Cape Coast or any recognised tertiary institution in

a.      A Ghanaian Language, or

b.      General Linguistics, with passed courses in the Ghanaian language of interest, or

c.      A discipline equivalent to (a) or (b) above.

(ii)     Passed a selection interview to be conducted for the purposes of admissions into the programme.

C.    Department of Classics and Philosophy

  • MPhil (Philosophy)
  • MPhil (Classics)
  • MA (Philosophy)
  • MA (Classics)

D.    Department of History

  • PhD (History)
  • MPhil (History)
  • MA (History)

E.    Department of Music

  • PhD (Ethnomusicology)
  • PhD (Music Theory and Composition)
  • PhD (Music Education)
  • MPhil (Ethnomusicology)
  • MPhil (Music Theory and Composition)
  • MPhil (Music Education)

F.     Department of English

  • PhD (English Language)
  • PhD (Literature-in-English)
  • MPhil (English Language)
  • MPhil (Literature-in-English)

Note: Thesis proposals submitted for admission in the Department of English should be in line with the research areas of Senior Members (Teaching) in the Department. Applicants should, therefore, be familiar with the research   areas of the Senior Members of the Department from the Departmental website to assist them in preparing their research proposal for admission.

G.   Department of French

  • PhD (Language and Didactics in French)
  • MPhil (Linguistics and Didactics)
  • MPhil (French Literature and Civilization)
  • MPhil (African Literature and Civilization)

H.  Centre for African and International Studies

  • PhD (International Studies)
  • PhD (African Studies)
  • MPhil (International Studies)
  • MPhil (African Studies)

 

4.1.2 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

A.    Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management

  • PhD (Tourism Management)
  • PhD ( Hospitality Management)
  • MPhil (Tourism Management)
  • MPhil (Hospitality Management)
  • MA (Tourism Management)
  • MA (Hospitality Management)

B.    Department of Population and Health

  • PhD (Population and Health)
  • MPhil (Population and Health)

C.    Department of Geography and Regional Planning

  • PhD (Geography and Regional Planning)
  • PhD (Geography)
  • MPhil (Geography and Regional Planning)
  • MPhil (Geography)
  • MA (Geography and Regional Planning)
  • MA (Geography)

D.    Department of Sociology and Anthropology

  • PhD (Sociology)
  • MPhil (Sociology)

E.    Institute of Oil and Gas Studies

  • MPhil (Oil and Gas Resource Management)

Target Groups

The programme targets the following categories of persons: Security Agencies; Educationists; District Assemblies; Persons in the Oil and Gas and Allied Industries; Relevant Public Sector and Institution; NADMO; Civil Society Organisations; Journalist; Religious, Community, and Traditional Leaders; Officials Working with Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs) related to Oil and Gas Industry; Engineers, Scientists, and other Technical Officers who require managerial training in Oil and Gas Management; Graduates from relevant discipline.

NOTE:  Admission is on fee-paying basis

 

4.1.3       SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS

A.    Department of Economics Studies

  • PhD (Economics)
  • MPhil (Economics)
  • MSc (Economics)

B.    Department of Data Science and Economic Policy

  • MSc (Economic Policy Modelling)

 

4.1.4       SCHOOL FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

A.    Department of Integrated Development Studies

  • PhD (Development Studies)
  • MPhil (Development Studies)

B.    Department of Peace Studies

  • MPhil (Peace and Development Studies)

 

4.1.5  SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Business Administration) Programme

A.    Department of Human Resource Management

  • MCom (Human Resource Management)
  • MBA (Human Resource Management)

Additional Entry Requirements

Holders of professional qualification such as IHRMP, CIPD, ICA, ACCA and CIMA plus two years post qualification work experience can apply.

Target Groups

The target group may include;

  • Graduates from all disciplines

  • Administrators in public and private institutions

  • Government workers

  • Chief Executive Officers

  • Managers

B.    Department of Management

  • MCom (Management)
  • MPhil (Public Policy and Management)
  • MBA (Management)
  • MSc (Public Policy and Management)

Entry Requirements for all programmes:

Professional qualification such as ICA, ACCA and CIMA, CIM, CIB, CIPS and other accredited professional certificates plus three years post qualification work experience.

All applicants should have two years’ working experience.

C.    Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management

  • Master of Commerce Programmes

a.   Marketing

b.   Project Management

c.   Procurement and Supply Chain Management – Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS – UK)

The Master of Commerce (MCom) is a researched master’s programme. It targets people who want to pursue career in the academia, in research institutions and consultancy. People with non-research master’s degree could also obtain MCom through our special top-up programmes

  • MBA (Marketing) Programme

The programme is targeted at providers of and potential professionals in marketing services and consultants.

  • MSc Programmes

a.  Project Management

The MSc. Project Management programme is targeted at individuals seeking to enter the field of project management or for current project managers who desire additional education and training in project management skills and techniques.

b.  Procurement and Supply Chain Management – Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS – UK)

The MSc. Procurement and Supply Chain Management programme is targeted at individuals who want to develop careers in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.

Additional Entry requirements:

  • MCom/MBA/MSc Programmes. 

Professional qualification, such as CIM, AMA, ICA, ACCA. CIT, and CIMA, MCIPS, CITL and similar recognised professional bodies plus three years post qualification work experience.

D.    Centre for Entrepreneurship and Small Enterprise Development)

  • Master of Commerce (Entrepreneurship and Small Enterprise Development)
  • Master of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship and Small Enterprise Development)

Additional Entry Requirements:

Professional qualification such as ICA, ACCA and CIMA, plus three years post qualification work experience

E.    Department of Finance

  • Master of Commerce (Finance )
  • Master of Business Administration (Finance)

Additional Entry Requirements

Qualified members of ICA, Ghana, ACCA, UK, CIMA, CIB, ACCE and CIPS.

F.     Department of Accounting

  • Master of Commerce (Accounting)
  • Master of Business Administration (Accounting)

Additional Entry Requirements

  • MBA/MCOM programmes

Have obtained a good first degree in accounting from a recognised academic institution. A candidate may in lieu of a degree in accounting apply with professional qualification in accounting equivalent to Part Two of Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana examination.

 

4.2       COLLEGE OF EDUCATION STUDIES (CES)

4.2.1   FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

A. Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER)

  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Physical Education

Target group:

The programme targets teachers in Public and Private Basic, Senior High Schools, Colleges of Education, and Technical Universities; Physical Education coordinators at the Regional/Municipal/Metropolitan/District/Circuit levels; Sports coaches in tertiary institutions; Staff of National Sports Authority; Corporate and private fitness management personnel; Professionals in sports administration and management positions.

  •  Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Physical Education - (Top-up)

Target group:

The programme targets MEd Physical Education graduates.

Additional Entry Requirements

Must be a professionally trained teacher or physical education expert.

Must have MEd degree in Physical Education with a CGPA of 3.0

Duration:

Three (3) semesters. Students are expected to submit their thesis within the third semester for assessment.

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physical Education

Target group:

The programme targets staff of tertiary institutions; technical and management staff of the Ministry of Youth and Sports; persons aspiring for teaching jobs in tertiary institutions; persons aspiring for top management positions in Physical Education and Sports related research institutions; staff of security services.

  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Health Education 

Target group:

Teachers in Public and Private Basic, Senior High Schools, Colleges of Education, and Technical Universities; School Health Education Programme (SHEP) coordinators at the Regional/Municipal/Metropolitan/District/Circuit education levels; Personnel from Ministry of Health; Health related graduates; Personnel of NGOs in health related activities; Public and community health service providers.

  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Health Education - (Top up)

Target group:

The programme targets graduates of MA/MEd (Health Education).

Duration: Three (3) semesters. Students are expected to submit their thesis within the third semester for assessment.

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Promotion

Target group:

The programme is designed for the following categories of persons: staff of relevant Departments in tertiary institutions; personnel in the training institutions and in the Ministry of Health; public health workers of the Ghana Health Service; persons aspiring to teach health related programmes in tertiary institutions; persons aspiring for higher positions in health research institutions.

B. Department of Vocational and Technical Education (VOTEC)

  • MPhil (Home Economics)

Options

  • Clothing and Textiles

  • Foods and Nutrition

  • Family Management/Management in Living

C. Department of Science Education

  • Master of Philosophy in Science Education
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Science Education

Additional Entry Requirements

i    Application to the postgraduate programme should either be:

a.  Holders of BEd (Science Education) with preferably second class lower division or higher from a recognised University or institution.

OR

b.  Holders of BSc (Hons) in a relevant science programme and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

OR

c.  Holders of research-based and non-research-based master’s degrees in Science Education (MEd) from a recognised university.

ii.   Applicant will also have to pass the selection interview for admission to the programme.

Note

Applicants can become candidate for the PhD degree after obtaining a minimum CGPA of 3.5 in the course work of the programme and should have obtained a minimum of Grade B in the research methods course.

D. Department of Mathematics and ICT Education

  • PhD ( Mathematics Education)

Additional Entry Requirements

(a)   Applicants to the PhD (Mathematics Education) degree should be holders of a  two-year research master’s degree in Mathematics Education from the University of Cape Coast or an equivalent institution.

(b)  An applicant must have obtained a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the coursework at the MPhil degree level.

(c)   Applicants will have to pass a selection interview for admission into the programme.

  • MPhil (Mathematics Education)

Additional Entry Requirements

Applicants to the Master of Philosophy (Mathematics Education) programme

should be:

(a)   Holders of BEd (Mathematics Education) or B.Ed (Mathematics) or B.Ed (Basic Education) Mathematics Option with second class lower division or better from a recognised university.

Or

(b)  Holders of BSc (Hons.) in Mathematics or Mathematics related programme and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)/ Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).

In addition, a minimum of two years’ experience in teaching Mathematics at the Basic School, High School or College of Education level will be required.

(c)   Applicants will also have to pass a selection interview for admission into the programme.

  • M.Ed (Information Technology)

This is a  UNESCO initiated programme for capacity building involving collaboration between the University of Cape Coast and the University of Pretoria in South Africa.

Additional Requirements: 

All candidates must have extensive knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access in addition to the above requirements. Knowledge in any programming language will be an advantage.

 

4.2.2   FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES EDUCATION

A. Department of Business and Social Sciences Education (DOBSSE)

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Management Education)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Social Studies Education)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Accounting Education)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Economics Education)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Curriculum and Teaching)
  • Master of Philosophy (Management Education)
  • Master of Philosophy (Social Studies Education)
  • Master of Philosophy (Accounting Education)
  • Master of Philosophy (Economics Education)
  • Master of Philosophy (Curriculum and Teaching)

B. Department of Arts Education

  • PhD (Arts Education)

Specialization

History, Religion, English, French, Ghanaian Languages and Music.

Specific Requirement

Master’s degree in Arts Education – MEd or MPhil (Arts)  with a major in either English Language and Literature, French Language, Ghanaian Languages, History, Religious Studies and Music.

  • MPhil (Arts Education)

Specialization

History, Religion, English, French, Ghanaian Languages and Music.

Specific Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Arts - B.A or BEd (Arts) with a major in either English Language and Literature, French Language, Ghanaian Languages, History, Religious Studies  and Music  with a Diploma / Post-Graduate Certificate in Education/Post-Graduate Diploma in Education.

M.Ed (Arts) Degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.5

 

4.2.3   FACULTY OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS

A. Department of Basic Education

  • MPhil (Basic Education)

B. Department of Education and Psychology

  • PhD (Measurement and Evaluation)
  • PhD (Special Education)
  • PhD (Educational Psychology)
  • MPhil (Measurement and Evaluation)
  • MPhil (Educational Psychology)
  • MPhil (Special Education)
  • MPhil (Clinical Health Psychology)
  • MPhil (Sociology in Education)

C. Department of Guidance and Counselling

  • PhD  (Guidance and Counselling)
  • MPhil (Guidance and Counselling)

 

4.2.4   SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND OUTREACH

Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA)

  • PhD (Educational Leadership) 

General Requirements:

Applicants for direct entry into the PhD programme:

Research master’s degree in Educational  Leadership, Educational Administration, Educational Planning, Administration in Higher Education

Non-research master’s degree with CGPA of 3.5 or better, with not more than one grade C+ or lower or better in Research Methods.

  • MPhil  (Educational Planning)
  • MPhil  (Educational Administration)
  • MPhil (Administration in Higher Education)
  • Top-Up from MEd to MPhil (Administration in Higher Education)

 

4.3   COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL SCIENCES

4.3.1   SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE

A.    Department of Agricultural Engineering

  • PhD (Food and Post-Harvest Technology)
  • PhD (Irrigation Technology and Management)
  • MPhil (Food and Post-Harvest Technology)
  • MPhil (Irrigation Technology and Management )
  • MPhil (Agricultural Mechanisation)

B.    Department of Animal Science

  • MPhil/PhD Animal Science with specializations in
  1. Animal Breeding and Genetics
  2. Animal Nutrition
  3. Meat Science and Technology
  4. Pasture and Range Management
  5. Management of Livestock Enterprises

Admission requirements:

MPhil

A candidate seeking admission to the MPhil programme must have obtained a good first degree (at least a Second Class) in:

  • Agriculture for any of the specializations; or
  • Statistics or Mathematics or Pure Sciences for specialization in Breeding and Genetics; or
  • Management or Business or Natural Resources or Biological Science for specialization in Management of Livestock Enterprises; or
  • Food Science, Biochemistry, Home Economics, Biological Science for specialization in Meat Science and Technology or Animal Nutrition.

PhD

A candidate seeking admission into the PhD programme must:

  • Have an MPhil or 2-year MSc degree in Animal Science or Agricultural/Biological Sciences or Mathematics or Statistics or Food Science or Home Economics or related field from a recognised University.

C.    Department of Crop Science

  • PhD (Crop Science)
  • MPhil (Crop Science)
  • MPhil (Seed Science and Technology)

Specialisation:

  • PhD/MPhil (Crop Science)
  1. Agronomy
  2. Genetics and Plant Breeding
  3. Crop Physiology
  4. Plant Protection

D. Department of Soil Science

  • PhD (Land Use and Environmental Science)
  • PhD (Soil Science)
  • MPhil (Land Use and Environmental Science)
  • MPhil (Soil Science)

E. Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension

  • PhD (Agricultural Extension)
  • PhD (Agricultural Economics)
  • PhD (Non-Governmental Organisation Studies and Community Development)
  • MPhil (Agricultural Extension)
  • MPhil (Agricultural Economics)
  • MPhil (Non-Governmental Organisation Studies and Community Development)

Specific Entry Requirements

i.  PhD (Agricultural Extension)

A research Master’s Degree in Agriculture and related courses from the University of Cape Coast or an accredited university.

ii.  PhD (Agricultural Economics)

A research Master’s Degree in Agricultural Economics or a related field from the University of Cape Coast or an accredited university

iii.  PhD (NGO Studies and Community Development)

An MPhil degree from an accredited university in any discipline. Candidates who are adjudged by the Department not to have satisfied requisite background courses would be required to take some courses in the University of Cape Coast MPhil NGO Studies and Community Development programme.

iv.  MPhil (Agricultural Economics)

A good first degree in Agriculture with a significant amount of economics or with a specialization in Agricultural Economics from the University of Cape Coast or an accredited university.         

v.    MPhil (NGO Studies and Community Development)

Candidates must have a good first degree at least second class division in any discipline from the University of Cape Coast or an accredited university.

 

4.3.2   SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

A.    Department of Conservation Biology and Entomology

  • PhD ( Entomology)
  • PhD ( Wildlife Management)
  • MPhil (Entomology)
  • MPhil (Wildlife Management)

B.    Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences

  • PhD  (Aquaculture)  
  • PhD (Fisheries Science)
  • PhD (Oceanography and Limnology)
  • PhD (Integrated Coastal Zone Management)
  • MPhil (Aquaculture)
  • MPhil (Fisheries Science)
  • MPhil (Oceanography and Limnology)
  • MPhil (Integrated Coastal Zone Management)

C.    Department of Environmental Science

  • MPhil (Environmental Science)

D.    Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

  • PhD (Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)
  • MPhil (Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)

4.3.3   SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES

A.    Department of Physics

  • PhD (Physics) with options in: 
  1. Theoretical Physics
  2. Environment Physics
  3. Applied Fibres Optics and Communication
  4. Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics
  5. Radiation and Health Physics
  6. Soil Physics
  7. Photonics, Optoelectronics, Optical and Laser Application
  8. Energy Physics
  9. Electronics
  10. Biomedical Optics
  11. Material Science
  • MPhil (Physics) with options in:
  1. Theoretical Physics
  2. Environment Physics
  3. Applied Fibres Optics and Communication
  4. Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics
  5. Radiation and Health Physics
  6. Soil Physics
  7. Photonics, Optoelectronics, Optical and Laser Application
  8. Energy Physics
  9. Electronics
  10. Biomedical Optics
  11. Material Science

B.    Department of Chemistry

  • PhD (Chemistry) with options in:
  1. Analytical Chemistry
  2. Organic Chemistry
  3. Inorganic Chemistry
  4. Physical Chemistry
  • MPhil (Chemistry) with options in:
  1. Analytical Chemistry
  2. Organic Chemistry
  3. Inorganic Chemistry
  4. Physical Chemistry

C.    Department of Mathematics

  • PhD (Mathematics)

Entry Requirements for Ph.D Mathematics

Candidates with a good master’s degree from the University of Cape Coast or a recognised institution of higher learning may be considered for the programme in any of the following:

(A)     

M.Sc Mathematics

M.Phil Mathematics

M.Phil Mathematics and Computer Science

M.Phil  Mathematics Education

or

(B)

Other mathematics related programme with a good mix of analysis courses.

 

  • MPhil (Mathematics)

Entry Requirements for M.Phil Mathematics

Candidates with a good first degree preferably first or second class degree holder from the University of Cape Coast or a recognised institution of higher learning may be considered for the programme in any of the following:

(A)     

B.Sc Mathematics

B.Sc Mathematics with Economics

B.Sc Mathematics with Business

B.Sc Mathematics and Statistics

B.Sc Mathematics and Computer Science

B.Ed Mathematics

or

(B)   

Other mathematics related programme with a good mix of analysis courses.

D.    Department of Statistics

  • PhD (Statistics)
  • MPhil (Statistics)

 

4.4  COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES

4.4.1   SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY

  • Master of Nursing (MN) – Equivalent to an MPhil degree

Additional Entry Requirements

To qualify for admission an applicant

Must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing OR its equivalent in a related field (e.g. B.Ed Health Sciences Education) with at least Second Class Lower Division from a recognised institution.

Should be a registered nurse.

Must pass a selection interview

Target Group 

The programme aims at registered Nurses/Midwives in the Health Services, including:

Teaching in Nursing and Midwifery Training Colleges.

Nurse Managers.

Nurse Educationlists.

Nurse Clinical Practioners.

 

4.4.2   SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

Department of Microbiology and Immunology      

  • MPhil (Infection and Immunity)

Additional Entry Requirements:

A good first degree (at least 2nd class lower division) or its equivalent in biological sciences or related fields from a recognised university. Applicants who hold post bachelor of medicine and surgery (MB ChB) degrees, such as MSc and MPhil in relevant fields may also apply. Holders of diploma and higher national diploma (HND) with considerable work experience in related fields will also be considered on case by case basis.

 

4.4.3   SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

Department of Biomedical Sciences

  • PhD (Parasitology)
  • PhD (Drug Discovery and Toxicology)
  • MPhil (Parasitology)
  • MPhil (Drug Discovery and Toxicology)   

Additional Entry Requirements

  • PhD (Drug Discovery and Toxicology) 

Candidates for the PhD programme must hold a Master of Science (MSc.) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and other Science related discipline, and must demonstrate excellent skills in research. 

  • MPhil (Drug Discovery and Toxicology) 

Admission to read the MPhil is opened to (a) first degree holders with at least second class lower, (b) non-research master’s degree holders in appropriate field of study and (c) research master’s degree holders in appropriate field of study (Biomedical Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Medical Science and other Science related discipline).

  • PhD (Parasitology) 

Candidates for the PhD programme must hold a Master of Science (MSc.) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree in a science related discipline, and must demonstrate excellent skills in research. 

  • MPhil (Parasitology) 

Candidates applying for MPhil programme in Parasitology must have at least a B.Sc. Degree with second Class Lower Division in any of the following field of study: Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Nursing, Nutrition and Food Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Pharmacy and other equivalent programmes. Practicing Medical Doctors also qualify to apply. Candidates must also pass a selection interview.

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Some students of the School of Nursing at the forum

Nursing Students Urged to Seek Guidance from Academic Advisors

15 Mar, 2019 By louis Mensah

The Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Dr. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah, has advised students of the School to seek the services of academic advisors to guide them in their studies and research work.

Dr. Obiri-Yeboah expressed worry that students were not making good use of the services of academic advisors in the School. She indicated that the School has a number of skilled academic advisors who were available to attend to their academic needs adding that “making use of the services of counselors will enhance your academic work”.

Dr. Obiri-Yeboah was speaking at the Students-Management Consultative meeting of the School at the C. A. Ackah Auditorium 900.  She explained that the meeting was to deliberate on pertinent matters relating to academics and students’ welfare and also to strengthen the relationship between faculty and students within the School.



Dr. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah addressing the students. With her are some lecturers of the School of Nursing and Midwifery

Punctuality to Lectures and other Functions

Addressing the issue of punctuality, Dr. Obiri-Yeboah

Dr. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah addressing the students. With her are some lecturers of the School of Nursing and Midwifery

entreated the students to attend lectures and other important functions on time. She noted, “lateness does not speak well of you because of the Nursing profession you have chosen, so be reminded that your attitude towards time is between life and death”.

Touching on concerns by students on the difficulty in getting first-class in the School, Dr. Obiri-Yeboah indicated that “every student is capable of obtaining First-Class and the School will not deny any student who puts in much effort to deserve First-Class”. 

A student of the School of Nursing and Midwifery asking a question at the forum

 

Some of the issues students raised at the forum bothered on the bus arrangement for students, delay in the release of exams results, grading system among others which the School Management provided responses. Present at the forum were lecturers of the School.

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Some students of the School of Nursing at the forum
Donation of the books

Alumnus Donates Books to School of Economics

15 Mar, 2019 By louis Mensah

An alumnus of the School of Economics, Dr. Maxwell Oteng, who is currently domiciled in the United States of America, has donated Economics text books to the School.

Donated Books

Dr. Oteng, who is an Associate Director of ID Insight- a Data Development firm based in the US, together with his family donated the books to the School of Economics. The books comprised  89 textbooks on different fields in Economics including Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Development Economics, International Economics, Managerial Economics, Economics of Social Issues, among others;12 Instructor's Resource and Solutions Manual in Macro and Micro Economics; and eight Instructor's Resource Compact Discs (CDs).

Receiving the books, the Dean of the School of Economics, Dr. Emmanuel Ekow Asmah, thanked Dr. Oteng for the donation.  He assured Dr. Oteng that the donation would facilitate teaching and research in the School. He called on other alumni of the School to emulate the example of Dr. Oteng .

 

 

Post First Degree Law (LLB) Programme

Post First Degree Law (LLB) Programme
Academic Year: 
2019 to 2020

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons (Ghanaian and foreign) for admission into the 3-Year Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree programme of the University of Cape Coast for the 2019/2020 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

Candidates seeking admission to the LLB programme 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 ).

3.0     HOW TO APPLY

3.1      Ghanaian Applicants

Applicants should purchase scratch cards for online application at the Centres listed below:

a.       Cash Office, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast (Mode of payment – cash)

b.      Ghana Post Offices at the Regional and District Capitals (Mode of payment – Postal Order)

c.       University of Cape Coast, Accra Office, Tesano, Accra (Mode of payment – Cash) 

d.      Kumasi Workers’ College, Kumasi (Mode of payment - CASH)

e.        I-J Consult, Kasoa - Nyanyano Road, Near Witty Kids Int. School (CASH Payment)

f.         All UCC College of Distance Education (CoDE) Study Centres (Mode of payment:

GCB Bankers Draft in the name of The Registrar, University of Cape Coast)

3.2       Foreign Applicants

International applicants can make payment by VISA Card and have their Scratch Card/E-Voucher PIN sent to their e-mail addresses to enable them to complete their applications online.

3.3       Application Fee:       

Ghanaian Applicants - GH¢600.00

International Applicants - US$ 350.00 

The application fee covers the cost of processing applications, entrance examination, interviews, and publication of examination results/selected candidates.

The deadlines for the sale of Scratch Cards (Ghanaian applicants) and the submission of completed application forms (All applicants) are Friday, 22nd March, 2019 and Tuesday, 26th March, 2019 respectively.

4.0       ONLINE APPLICATIONS

a.      Applicants should visit www.ucc.edu.gh then go to the Quick Links and click on Apply Now for further instructions. Applicants should select the POST FIRST DEGREE application type.

b.      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)

c.       Applicants are advised to read application instructions as well as the contents of the Faculty Brochure very carefully before completion of the online application form. 

5.0       SUBMISSION OF COPIES OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS

(a)        Copies of completed online application form (confirmation page) 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 Tuesday, 26th March, 2019.

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

(b)        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. 

(c)        Application forms received without Application Reference Numbers and copies of certificates will not be processed.  COPIES OF TRANSCRIPTS ARE TO BE FORWARDED DIRECTLY BY UNIVERSITIES ATTENDED BY APPLICANTS.

6.0       IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE

Entrance Examinations                                                  -           2nd April, 2019                                             

Publication of Examination results (UCC website)          -          17th April, 2019         

Interview dates                                                         

Post-Degree Applicants                                               -           7th May – 9th May, 2019

Post WASSCE Applicants                                              -           14th May – 15th May, 2019               

Publication of List of Admitted Candidates                  -           21st May, 2019

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Participants listening to presentations at the workshop

International Stakeholder Consultative Workshop on Labour Studies Opens at UCC

12 Mar, 2019 By louis Mensah

The Department of Labour and Human Resource Studies (DOLAHRS), of the School for Development Studies, has hosted a two-day International Stakeholder Consultative Workshop on Labour Studies at Pempamsie Hotel in Cape Coast.

The two-day workshop brought together trade unionists, union educators, labour researchers and alumni of UCC’s Labour Studies programmes and that of the Global University to review the existing labour programmes and fashion out new ones, especially at the Master’s and Doctoral levels, to respond to the challenges of the labour movement.                                              

Purpose of the Consultative Workshop

In her address, the Head of DOLAHRS, Dr. Angela Akorsu, explained that the workshop had become necessary following the upgrade of the Institute for Development into a School with four departments including DOLAHRS. “As one of the start-up departments of the School, DOLAHRS is mandated to set in motion academic programmes and research agenda. The need for M.Phil. and PhD degree programmes in Labour Studies has been identified” she noted.

Dr. Akorsu indicated that the content of these proposed programmes could only be meaningful by consulting stakeholders in the labour movement for their needs. She further noted that “This is especially essential since the now erstwhile IDS had collaboration with the TUC, Ghana in the area of teaching, research and policy engagement”

Dr. Angela Akorsu
Head, Department of Labour and Human Resource Studies, Dr. Angela Akorsu

Programmes Inherited by DOLAHRS

According to Dr. Akorsu, three programmes, which DOLAHRS inherited, were developed out of the collaboration and they include Certificate in Labour Studies, Diploma in Labour Studies and Postgraduate Certificate in Labour Policy Studies. She said the three programmes targeted unionists at different levels of the organisational structure of the labour movement from the shop floor to senior positions at the national and international confederation levels from countries such as Kenya, Namibia, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe and French-speaking Burkina Faso. 

                                                                                                                            

Expectations at the End of the Workshop

Dr. Akorsu said that at the end of the workshop, DOLAHRS should be able to identify for further action “Changes required in the existing programmes and curricula to be developed, research agenda for DOLAHRS that responds to the needs of organised labour on the continent and pertinent issues for policy engagement”. She expressed gratitude to the International Labour Organisation for sponsoring the workshop and thanked international participants for their support. She also acknowledged the contributions of Deans in the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Centre for Gender Research and Advocacy and Documentation (CEGRAD) and faculty members from the various departments in the University present.

 

Stakeholder Consultative Meetings Requirement for Accreditation

The Provost of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Prof. Francis Eric Amuquandoh, said it was now mandatory for Departments to engage in stakeholder consultative meetings to involve industry players in the design and review of programmes to meet the requirements of the National Council for Tertiary Education and the National Accreditation Board. He said through consultative meetings academic departments would be able to tailor their programmes to meet the demands of industry. He observed that “At times, academia is facing somewhere and industry is also looking elsewhere and at the end of it industry complains that products from academic institutions don’t fit their needs. Industry and academia need to foster good relationship to become meaningful to the society”

Prof. Amuquandoh congratulated DOLAHRS on the bold step it has taken and hoped that the workshop would produce an internationally acceptable curriculum that would satisfy the needs of industry and the society.

ILO will Support DOLAHRS

The Desk Officer for Africa of ILO, Dr. Mohammed Mwamadzingo, said his outfit would continue to give the Department the necessary support to train profession human resource to deal with union issues around the world. He indicated that members of the labour union in the past were not the same as the present adding that “The current crop of personnel in the labour unions across the world is highly educated so the existing collaboration between them and the academia should take a different trend”.

Participants afther the opening ceremony

There were solidarity messages from some departments in the University and labour unions present at the workshop.The opening ceremony was chaired by the Head, Department of Hospitality and Tourism, Prof. Kwaku Boakye.

 

International Women's Day 2019 Press Release

On International Women’s Day, Graduate Women International( GWI) galvanizes towards gender equal innovation opportunities 

Ghana

Ghana, 8 March 2019 – Today, Graduate Women International (GWI) and the Ghana Association of University  Women join the global community in celebrating International Women’s Day; a day for world citizens to shine a spotlight on gender equity issues, how these issues impede global development, and how they can be eliminated.  The 2019 International Women’s Day theme, set by the United Nations is, “Think equal, Build Smart, Innovate for Change”, aims to inspire, encourage and empower women and men to improve educational opportunity for other women and girl and advance social protection systems and sustainable infrastructure.

The rapidity with which technology is advancing offers opportunities at a rate that has not been experienced in history. However, a gendered digital divide continues with statistics reporting the underrepresentation of women in innovation sectors. To ensure and improve gender equality and increase the potential inclusivity in future technology, societies must embrace the crucial role women play in the context of future advancement conceptions. Only through combined ingenuity in all sectors can we, as a global community, achieve the ambitious 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.

As organizations devoted to improving the lifelong education opportunity of women and girls, GWI and the Ghana Association of University Women, continue to mobilize and challenge the patriarchal status quo and influence social norms to facilitate the growth of women and girl visionaries. From a variety of projects such as a girl’s science lab in Ghana to groundbreaking innovations in menstrual hygiene security in India and parts of Africa, GWI and G.A.U.W  are galvanizing for a future that is gender equal.  Through these and other programmes such as the Bina Roy Partners in Development GWI and G.A.U W actively work to obliterate the barriers which create the gender disparity in the education. In the University and its environs, we have organised Girls Choices project, Girls’ science clinics, maths and science quizzes, reading,  creative writing and Public speaking competitions.

“The further development of women, girls and humankind, in general, is relying on the innovation and ingenuity that can be achieved through education and global leadership of women. On International Day of Women GWI amplifies the voices of our fearless members who represent the enormous potential of women and who lead the call for the reduction in the gender disparity in education,” says Geeta Desai, GWI  President.“Research has proved this point and our members have engaged in this advocacy for one hundred years.  Now is the time to make serious inroads into patriarchal structures and thinking”, she adds. Books before boys is our local slogan for our girls, and books before girls for the boys.

Graduate Women International (GWI) is a membership-based international NGO based in Geneva, Switzerland, with a presence in over 60 countries. Founded in 1919, GWI is the leading girls’ and women’s global organisation advocating for women’s rights, equality and empowerment through access to quality education and training up to the highest levels. GWI is in special consultative status with ECOSOC since 1947 and is an NGO maintaining official relations with UNESCO and ILO.

The Ghana Association was established in 2016 and has been supported by BRIPD since its inception.

We are very grateful to our mother Association, BRIPD and our members on this day on which we celebrate the International women’s day. Kudos to you all. Let us applaud the trailblazers, pacesetters, mentors, leaders and our foremothers in whose steps we are following. Happy International Women’s day.     

Mrs Mildred Asmah (Interim President) on Behalf of the Ghana Association of University Women.

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Contact: Ghana Association of University Women   

Learn about our advocacy work.

Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter (@GradWomen)

 

Presentation by the AU team

School of Nursing to Collaborate with Auburn University

12 Mar, 2019 By louis Mensah

A team from Auburn University (AU), United States of America, has interacted with faculty members of the School of Nursing and Midwifery to explore possible areas of collaboration.

The team from AU comprised Prof. David Crumbley and Mrs. Valarie Thomas.   

The Provost of the College of Health and Allied Sciences, Prof. Johnson Boampong giving the welcome address. On the right is the Dean, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Dr. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah and Prof. David Crumbley and Mrs. Valarie Thomas

   

 Areas of Collaboration

At a meeting to discuss the collaboration, both parties agreed in principle to work towards the collaboration in the areas of faculty and student exchanges, joint research and joint grant application. As part of the processes leading to the implementation of the collaboration, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) would be signed by the Vice-Chancellors of the two institutions to serve as a blueprint for the collaboration.

UCC School of Nursing Ready for the Collaboration

Welcoming the officials from AU, the Provost of the College of Health and Allied Sciences, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, commended them for expressing interest in the School of Nursing and Midwifery. He was confident that the initial discussions between the two institutions would yield good fruit to foster a mutual and beneficial relationship. He said the School of Nursing was ready for the collaboration and was hopeful that it would help to create opportunities to build capacities of lecturers in the School.

Schools under the College of Health and Allied Sciences                   

Prof. Boampong explained that the College was made up of the School of Medical Sciences, School of Nursing and Midwifery and the School of Allied Health Sciences. He further indicated that the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has been established under the College but was yet to admit students. He mentioned the fact that the University’s location within Cape Coast-a major tourist destination in Ghana was a major advantage for the School and its collaborators.

Presentations

The team from AU made presentations about the Auburn School of Nursing, programmes of study, admission criteria, facilities available, laboratories and mode of delivery of lectures among other things. Some lecturers from the UCC School of Nursing and Midwifery also gave an overview of the academic activities.

The team from Auburn University and faculty members from UCC School of Nursing and Midwifery

A representative of the Centre for International Education (CIE), Mr. Isaac Eshun, gave a presentation on the University of Cape Coast and the various Colleges, Faculties, Schools, Institutes, Departments and Units as well as the programmes they offer. He spoke about accommodation facilities for students and opportunities for international students’ in UCC.

 

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Some of the stakeholders with the dignitaries

CEGRAD Marks International Women's Day with a Symposium

12 Mar, 2019 By louis Mensah

The Centre for Gender Research, Advocacy and Documentation (CEGRAD) has marked this year’s “International Women’s Day Celebration” with a symposium under the theme: “Think Equal, Build Smart, and Innovate for Change” on campus.

Speaking at the function, the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dora Francisca Edu-Buandoh, said the International Women’s Day (IWD) has been an important global event to celebrate annually. She stressed that “The IWD events help to create the awareness about gender inequality, push for the demands of women, while commemorating the achievements of women around the world”. 

Dignitaries at the function
From right (front row)-Prof. Eric Amuquandoh, Mrs. Regina Ama Ampiah, Prof. Dora F. Edu-Buandoh, Prof. Kofi Awusabo-Asare and Dr. Genevieve Adukpo

Safety and Security of Women                                   

Prof. Dora Edu-Buandoh noted that that the safety and security of women in the country was an issue because there had been reports of kidnapping of girls, spousal killing, torture, and abuse of women. “It is very important for women to think about their safety and security, be smart and find innovative ways to changing their own situations,” she advised women.

On women empowerment, Prof. Edu-Buandoh said that it would be good to start with girls in order to socialise them into a world where they could a make change in their society, by through education, good health and innovative opportunities. She acknowledged all women, working mothers, and generation of women who worked hard to bring change in our society. She urged women to “be confident, walk boldly, be beautiful and a strong woman for change.”  

Significance of IWD 

The Director, CEGRAD, Dr. Genevieve Adukpo, explained that the ’International Women’s Day’ was a global event set aside every year on the 8th of March, to celebrate and appreciate all women around the world. She added that CEGRAD–UCC, in partnership with other women within and outside campus joined forces to celebrate the day adding that “It is a way of appreciating the effort and the complete of our women in our societies and the world at large,” Dr. Adukpo was hopeful that the 2019 International Women’s Day would help women to move forward and commemorate their achievements.

Purpose of the Symposium

Stating the purpose of the gathering, the Coordinator, Advocacy and Outreach of CEGRAD, Dr. Georgina Yaa Oduro, noted  that CEGRAD  was focusing on two sub-themes-“Ensuring Women’s Safety and Security” and “Drawing on the SDGs for Girls and Women’s Empowerment and Transformative Change” for the 2019  celebration. She advised girls and women present to participate fully in the function and take advantage of the event to get informed. This she hoped would help create the awareness in both girls and women in order “to be safe, secure and empowered for a transformative change”.

Women and Children are Affected by Gender Inequality

Making a presentation on “Safety and Security of Women” the Public Relations Officer of the Central Regional Police Command, DSP Irene Serwaah Opong, noted that gender inequality has been a topical issue because the most affected people in society were always women and children though the goal five of the Sustainable Development Goals clearly sought to tackle gender equality. She indicated “most of the victims of criminal abduction, sexual abuse, kidnapping, torture, child stealing, and killing were women and children while in most cases the perpetrators were men.”

DSP Oppong indicated that there were appropriate institutions responsible for prosecuting perpetrators of girls and women abuse, including the Ghana Police Service, Department of Social Welfare’ International/Local Non-Governmental Organisations, Judicial/ Panel System and Other Security Agencies. She advised women and girls to report suspicious and unusual behaviour by suspected individuals to the Police. On safety and security tips, she cautioned that girls and women should not give away phone numbers or personal information about themselves to other people. She advised against several attitudes and lifestyles which girls and women should avoid in order not to fall into the traps of suspected people who could cause harm to their lives.

 

Recognise Women in Gender Equality

Discussing “Women Empowerment against the SDGs and Transformative Change in the lives of the Ghanaian Woman”, Prof. Akua O. Britwum, explained that recognising women in gender equality would end discrimination and eliminate violence. “This will ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages,” she said. She added that it would help address Sexually Transmitted Diseases, mortality and women health, choices about health and disease preventions.

On quality education, she advised that courses offered in schools should not be designated to a particular sex. “Women should be considered when planning for industries, infrastructural innovations and sustainable community,” she noted. S In order to address the deficit in the SDGs, Prof. Britwum said planning was needed to be done to provide the right services and infrastructure to reflect the realities of gender equality. “Ultimately, it matters who we choose to lead and lead decisions about how we plan our nation,” she concluded.

Various groups and stakeholders who were present gave solidarity messages.

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