UEW Programmes And Entry Requirements

UEW Programmes And Entry Requirements

CAMPUSES
Winneba Campus
The Winneba Campus which is the main campus of the
University is spread over three sites (North, Central and
South) within the Winneba Municipality. The Central
Administration of the University is located at the North
Campus. The Winneba Campus hosts the following
Faculties, Schools, Institutes, Centres and Offices:
Faculty of Educational Studies
Faculty of Languages Education
Faculty of Science Education
Faculty of Social Sciences Education
School of Creative Arts
School of Graduate Studies
Institute for Educational Development and Extension
(IEDE)
Institute for Educational Research and Innovation
Studies (IERIS)
Centre for Hearing and Speech Services (CHSS)
International Relations and Public Affairs Division
Office for Institutional Advancement
Gender Directorate
Counselling Centre
Educational Resource Centre
Kumasi Campus
The Kumasi Campus which hosts the College of
Technology Education is about 280 kilometres
north-west of Accra and about 320 kilometres
away from Winneba, the main campus.
The College is made up of the Faculty of
Business Education, Faculty of Education and
Communication Sciences, Faculty of Technical
Education and Faculty of Vocational Education.
Ajumako Campus
The Ajumako Campus currently hosts the
Department of Akan-Nzema Education,
Department of Ewe Education Department of
Gur-Gonja Education and the Department of Ga-
Dangme Education of the Faculty of Languages
Education.
Gradually the Faculty of Languages Education will
move from the Winneba Campus to the Ajumako
Campus and will eventually become the College of
Languages Education.
Asante-Mampong Campus
The Asante Mampong Campus hosts the College
of Agriculture Education and is situated 51
kilometres north-east of Kumasi. The Asante
Mampong campus is the home of the Faculty of
Agriculture Education, and the Faculty of Science
and Environment Education.
UEW ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum University Requirements
These requirements are to be met in addition to the other
programme-specific requirements
FULL-TIME/ SANDWICH BACHELOR PROGRAMMES
Senior High School (SHS) Certificate Holders.
i. Must have at least, six (6) WASSCE passes including
three (3) Core Subjects: English Language, Mathematics
and Integrated Science, as well as three (3) Electives in
relevant subjects with the total aggregate of 36 or better
ii. Must also satisfy Special Programme requirement(s) for
programme(s) chosen.
School Certificate/GCE Holders
Five (5) credits at GCE “O” Level, including English Language
and Mathematics as well as two (2) “A” Level passes other
than General Paper in relevant subjects.
Diploma Holders
i. Must possess a Higher National Diploma or its
equivalence from previous field or area of study.
ii. Full-Time applicants must pass an interview.
Mature Applicants
i. Must be at least, 25 years by August 1 of the academic
year one wants to enrol.
ii. Should have a minimum of a Senior High School
Certificate.
DBS, RSA, ABCE, GBCE and Certificate Holders should
apply as mature applicant.
iii. Must pass the UEW Entrance Examination.
DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
2-Year Diploma Programmes
i A Distinction or Credit in an acredited certificate
programme OR
ii Five SHS/GCE Credits including English Language and
Mathematics
iii People with higher qualifications can apply
1-year Diploma programmes
i At least, Advanced or Diploma Certificate
ii People with higher qualifications can apply
Certificate Programmes
i At least a Senior High School Certificate
ii People with higher qualifications can apply
Distance education applicants
These programmes can be pursued through the Distance
Education Module. They are: B.Sc. Automotive Technology,Mechanical Technology, Wood Technology, Construction
Technology, Electricals or Electronics Technology, Fashion
and Textile Design Technology as well as Catering and
Hospitality Technology Education.
Entry Requirements
i. Four (4) G.C.E. O’ Level Credits or Three (3) SHSCE
Credits in English Language, Mathematics and
Integrated Science.
ii. One of the following qualifications:
Automotive Technolgy – Motor Vehicle Technician III
(MVT III)
Mechanical Technology- Mechanical Engineering
Technician III (MET III)
Wood Technology- Advance Furniture Design and
Construction/ Advance
Carpentry and Joinery Construction Technology –
Construction Technician
Certificate II or III
Electricals/Electronics Technology – Electrical Technician
Engineering III Fashion and Textile Design Technology –
Advanced Fashion Certificate Catering and Hospitality
Technology – Advanced Cookery Certificate (812/2)
iii. Must pass UEW Entrance Examination
UEW DEFINITIONS:
Direct Applicants
Direct Applicants are applicants to be selected on the
strength of their Senior High School results. Direct
Applicants usually do not write the Entrance Examinations
except for programmes whose entry requirements so
demand.
Mature Applicants
Mature Applicants are those required to pass the
University’s Entrance Examinations before selection.
They cannot obtain admission directly with their school
certificates unless they pass the UEW Entrance Examinations.
Post – Diploma Applicants
Post – Diploma Applicants are applicants who have
Diplomas or Higher Certificates. They seek admission into
their previous areas or fields of study. Post – Diploma
Applicants often go through interviews before selection.
Sessions
A session refers to the period of studies. For example, the
Full –Time and Part-Time Sessions begin in August and end
in December to complete a semester. Sandwich sessions
begin in June and end in August to finish the first semester.
Full-Time Students attend lectures from about 7.30 am to
about 7:30 pm and Part-Time lectures start around 3:00pm
to around 7:30pm weekly. The Saturday lectures for Part-
Time Students start around 8:00am to 12:00 noon.
NOTES:
a. Prospective applicants should wait to get all their
results before applying because only
results provided at the time of submitting applications
will be used in selecting students.
b. Submitting an application and its supporting
documents are the first steps in the selection process.
An application should NOT be completed and
submitted in ways that will disadvantage or disqualify
an applicant. In this respect applicants are entreated to
study the Admissions Brochure and other instructions
carefully before completing an application.
c. All certificates and results other than those from the
West African Examinations Council, the Universities and
Polytechnics in Ghana and Institutions accredited by the
National Accreditation Board should be cleared with the
National Accreditation Board and the evaluation reports
submitted to the University. You can call 0302-518630,
286013/14, 518570 for assistance.
d. A fee-paying facility is available to applicants who do
not meet the Competitive
Selection Cut-Offs but satisfy the minimum University
Requirements.
e. Successful Special Education applicants would study
a second programme so mature Special Education
Applicants should pass the entrance examination in
their second programmes before selection.
f. Only Winneba based teaching programmes can be
selected as second programmes by
Special Education Applicants
g. Physical Education and Sports Coaching applicants
should not be more than forty (40) and fifty (50) years
respectively.
h. Successful Post Diploma Applicants MAY be placed
at levels 100, 200 or 300 of the Four-Year Programme
depending on the programme in question and the
background of the applicant. They should support their
applications with transcripts.
i. Diploma in Basic Education Certificate Holders who
wish to take advantage of the levels 200 or 300
placement must select Basic Education except where
they want to choose the Post Diploma Guidance and
Counselling and Post Diploma Community Based
Rehabilitation Programmes.
j. Applicants with “A” Level results which are more than
five (5) years old should apply as mature applicants.
k. A change of programme after submitting an application
is not allowed.
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE EDUCATION, ASANTE-MAMPONG
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE EDUCATION
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Animal Science Education
Department of Agricultural Mechanization and
Engineering Education
Department of Crop and Soil Science Education
Department of Agricultural Economics and
Extension
Department of Interdisciplinary Studies
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
Diploma in Education
B.Sc. (Agriculture Education)
Diploma in Education
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
The programme is designed for non-professional
technical/ vocational and applied science (agriculture,
engineering, etc) teachers/trainers.
It is designed to equip the learners with integrated sets
of knowledge and skills needed to make them effective
teachers and trainers. After completing the programme
the learner will be able to work effectively as teachers
and trainers in educational and training settings.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» University graduates
»» Polytechnic graduates
»» Agriculture and other College Diplomates or
Certificate Holders
»» Private School Administrators
»» Tutors of Health Institutions
»» Trainers in industries/organisations
»» NVTI Advanced Holders
»» Educational Settings
»» Training Settings and other Corporate Organisations
»» Non-Governmental Organisations (N.G.Os)
»» Agricultural Extension Educator
Job Prospect
»» Job prospects are in:
»» Educational Settings.
»» Training Settings and other Corporate Organisations
»» Non-Governmental Organisations (N.G.Os)
»» Agricultural Extension Services
Entry Requirements
Applicants must:
I. Hold a University Degree, Higher National Diploma or
a Certificate in Engineering, Building and Construction,
Business Studies, Agriculture, Nursing, etc. OR
ii. Hold an Advanced / Final City and Guilds Certificate in a
trade subject. OR
iii. Have a minimum of three passes in Royal Society of Arts
/ Ghana Commercial Examinations stage III in approved
business subjects. OR
iv. Hold a Diploma in Business Studies with four (4)
WASSCE/SSSCE credit passes including English and
Mathematics OR
v Hold a Certificate from a Farm Institute with considerable
work experience.
B.Sc. (Agriculture Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Bachelor of Science Agriculture Education Programme is
basically a general agriculture-centred programme designed
to equip students to teach the core subjects in general
agriculture and to undertake any practices or services that
involve the salient knowledge, skills and attitudes of general
agriculture.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Agriculture/Forestry Certificate holders
»» All who want to train in the field of Agriculture?
Job Prospects
After graduation, graduates can be employed as:
»» Teachers in the Basic and Second Cycle Schools
»» Agricultural Extension Officers
»» Rural Development Practitioners
»» Project Officers in the Banks, NGOs, Rural Development
Businesses and Commercial Farms.
»» Research Officers / Workers
»» Self Employed Farmers
Entry Requirements
i. At least a Credit in Chemistry.
ii. Two Credits in any two (2) of the following: General
Agriculture, Biology, Physics and Elective/Additional
Mathematics.
 
FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENT EDUCATION
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Science Education
Department of Environmental Health and
Sanitation Education
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
Diploma in Environmental Health and
Sanitation Education
B.Sc. (Integrated Science Education)
B.Sc. (Environmental Health and Sanitation
Education)
B.Sc. (Biological Sciences)
Diploma in Environmental Health and
Sanitation Education
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
Professional capacity building in environmental health
and sanitation is necessary our communities because of
inherent poor sanitation, poor environmental management
and associated problems. The Environmental Health and
Sanitation Education (EHSE) programme, is designed to
produce higher level manpower for the public health
and sanitation services sector of the country. The goal
of the programme is to provide students with scientific
principles and concepts to understand, identify and analyse
environmental problems both natural and man-made, and
also to evaluate the risks associated with these problems.
The programme also aims at equipping students with the
knowledge and skills required in the field of water supply
and sanitation within a given environment and social
circumstances to enable them better educate community
members on environmental health, hygiene and sanitation
issues.
Target Group
The programme seeks to attract:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Graduates from the schools of Hygiene
»» Coordinators and teachers of school hygiene education
programmes
»» Community Health and allied Professionals.
»» Staff of Community Water and Sanitation projects.
Job Prospects
»» Government and private organizations working in
the fields of environmental health, water supply and
sanitation.
»» The Ministries of Education, Local Government, Rural
Development, and Environment Waste Management
Departments of District, Municipal and Metropolitan
Assemblies.
»» The Environmental Health Education Units
»» Community Water and Sanitation Projects (CWSP)
»» N.G.O.s involved in health, hygiene and sanitation
»» Mining companies
»» Other water related institutions.
Entry Requirements
Any one of the following qualifications:
i. The Royal Society of Health Certificate or its equivalence,
Health Assistant/Technician Certificate; State Registered
Nurse or Community Health Nurse Certificate OR
ii. Five GCE O’ level passes including English Language,
Mathematics and one science subject. OR
iii. Passes in English Language, Mathematics and Science
as well as a pass in chemistry and two of the following
subjects: Physic/ Elective Mathematics, Biology/General
Agriculture, Animal/ Crop Husbandry/Fisheries at Senior
High School. OR
iv. Teachers Certificate ‘A’ OR
v. A Certificate from the School of Hygiene OR
vi. At least two (2) years’ experience as a Public Health
Inspector/ Practitioner in a relevant discipline.
vii. People with higher qualifications can apply
B.Sc. (Integrated Science Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programmes centres on the physical and applied
sciences and it is designed to equip the degree holder with
the knowledge, skills and attitudes required in a theoretical
and practical teaching of science and the applied sciences in
the basic, secondary and post secondary schools.
Target Group
The programme seeks to attract:
»» SHS Certificate Holders and Diplomates
»» All those who wish to be trained in the sciences
Job Prospects
Graduates can secure jobs as:
»» Teachers
»» Policy makers in educational settings
»» Research Assistants
Entry Requirements
Grade ‘C6’ or better in any three (3) of the following
subjects:
Physics, Biology, General Agriculture, Chemistry and
Elective/Additional Mathematics.
B.Sc. Biological Sciences
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The main aim of the programme is to promote education in
the biological sciences and to equip students with scientific
knowledge required for teaching. The specific objectives of
the programme are to:
i. Produce biological science teachers for Junior and Senior
high schools.
ii. Prepare students for graduate training in the biological
sciences.
iii. Upgrade the skills and competence of environmental and
public health practitioners and related professionals to
enable them to better offer the needed services in their
sectors.
Target Group
»» SHS Certificate holders
»» Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’ holders
»» Diploma in Basic Education holders
»» Environmental and Public health workers
»» All who wish to be trained in biological sciences and have
the requisite qualification.
Job prospects
i. Graduates of this programme have opportunities to
secure jobs at Ministry of Education (MOE) as teachers
in the Senior and Junior High Schools and analogous
institutions
ii. Opportunities also exist for employment in other sectors of the economy such as Wild life management, Fisheries,
Medicine, Public Health, etc.
Entry requirements
i. Applicants must have credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE
English Language, Mathematics and Science/Integrated
Science.
ii. Also, applicants must have credit passes in three (3)
in the following elective subjects: Physics Elective
Mathematics, General Agriculture, Chemistry and Biology.
B.Sc. (Environmental Health and Sanitation Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
Professional capacity building in environmental health
and sanitation is necessary our communities because of
inherent poor sanitation, poor environmental management
and associated problems. The Environmental Health and
Sanitation Education (EHSE) programme, is designed to
produce higher level manpower for the public health
and sanitation services sector of the country. The goal
of the programme is to provide students with scientific
principles and concepts to understand, identify and analyse
environmental problems both natural and man-made, and
also to evaluate the risks associated with these problems.
The programme also aims at equipping students with the
knowledge and skills required in the field of water supply
and sanitation within a given environment and social circumstances to enable them better educate community
members on environmental health, hygiene and sanitation
issues.
Target Group
The programme seeks to attract:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Graduates from the Schools of Hygiene
»» Coordinators and teachers of school hygiene education
programmes
»» Community Health and allied Professionals.
»» Staff of Community Water and Sanitation projects.
Job Prospects
»» Government and private organizations working in
the fields of environmental health, water supply and
sanitation.
»» The Ministries of Education, Local Government, Rural
Development, and Environment
Waste Management Departments of District, Municipal
and Metropolitan Assemblies.
»» The Environmental Health Education Units
»» Community Water and Sanitation Projects (CWSP)
»» N.G.O.s involved in health, hygiene and sanitation
»» Mining companies
»» Other water related institutions.
Entry Requirement
Credits in any three of the following: General Agriculture,
Biology, Physics, Elective/ Additional Mathematics and
Chemistry.
B.Sc. (Biological Sciences)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Science Education Departments offer Integrated Science
Education, Physics Education, Chemistry Education and
Biology Education. The Science Education Programmes aim
at training teachers to teach science at the Basic and Senior
High School levels.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Those who wish to be trained in the sciences
»» Science oriented pre-university teachers
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are in areas such as:
»» Educational Institutions
»» Educational Administration
»» Science related Organisations
»» Research Institutions
Entry Requirements
Grade ‘C6’ or better in any three (3) of the following:
Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics.
COLLEGE OF
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
FACULTY OF BUSINESS EDUCATION
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Accounting Education
Department of Management Education
Department of Accounting Education
i. B.Sc. (Accounting Education)
ii. B.Sc. (Business Administration)
Options: Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business
Information System and Procurement and Supply
Chain Management.
B.Sc. (Management Education)
i. Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
B.B.A. Options
ii. B.B.A. (Executive Office Administration) – Evening programmme
iii. B.B.A. (Management) – Evening programme
iv. B.Sc. Secretarial Education
B.Sc. (Accounting Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme is for applicants who intend to train
as teachers of business education with specialization in
Accounting. It is designed to equip students with knowledge
and pedagogy in Accounting.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders HND, RSA, DBS, AB and GB
Certificate Holders
»» School Certificate/GCE Holders
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are available in:
• The Ghana Education Service and other Educational
settings
• The Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs)
• The Banks, Business, Industry and NGOs
Entry Requirements
B.Sc. Accounting Education
WASSCE Candidates
Must have at least grade ‘C6’ in three subjects selected
from: Principles of Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and Elective
Mathematics.
SSCE Candidates
Must have at least grade ‘D’ or better in three subjects
selected from: Principles of Financial Accounting, Principles
of Cost Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and
Elective Mathematics.
GBCE Candidates
Must have at least Grade ‘D’ or better in three subjects
selected from: Business Mathematics, Commerce, Cost
Accounting, Economics, Financial Accounting, Information
Technology, Auditing, and Business Law.
GCE Advanced Level Candidates
Must have at least three (3) Grade ‘D’ passes selected
from:
Business Management, Accounting, Economics,
Mathematics, Government, History and Geography and
Government. In addition, the applicant must have had credit
passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level subjects
including English, Mathematics, General Science and
Agricultural Science.
Higher National Diploma Candidates
Must have a minimum of Second Class Lower (Accountancy).
In addition, applicants must have had a two (2) year
post HND working experience. Applicants with HND in
Accountancy, Purchasing and Supply, Entrepreneurship
and Finance will be placed in Level 200 for the BSc.
Accounting Education programme and Level 300 for the
Part-Time Programmes of BSc. Administration (Accounting,
Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business
Information Systems, Banking and Finance). Equivalent
qualifications from elsewhere duly certified by the National
Accreditation Board would be considered. HND applicants
will have to pass an admission interview.
Advanced Business Certificate Candidates
Must have full Diploma Certificate. In addition, candidates
must have five(5) passes including English Language,
Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies at the
General Business Certificate Examination or SSSCE and
WASSCE levels. Applicants in this category will have to pass
an interview before they are placed at the appropriate levels.
B.Sc. (Business Administration)
Option: Accounting
Session: Part-Time
Programme Description
The programmes are designed for applicants who desire
to be trained as practitioners in their chosen fields. The
programmes integrate the theories, concepts and empirical
evidence of the behavioural sciences with knowledge about
organizational functions and management.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, ABC and GBC Holders
Job Prospects
After graduation employment can be found in:
»» Self established businesses
»» The growing small and medium scale enterprises
»» Other Public and Private Organisations
B.Sc. (Business Administration )
Option: Accounting
Session: Part-Time
Entry Requirements
WASSCE/SSSCE/GBCE Candidates
Must have at least grade ‘C6’ in three subjects selected
from: Principles of Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and Elective
Mathematics.
GCE Advanced Level Candidates
Must have at least three (3) Grade‘D’ passes selected
from: Business Management, Accounting, Economics,
Mathematics, Government, History and Geography and
Government. In addition, the applicant must have had credit
passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level subjects
including English, Mathematics, General Science and
Agricultural Science.
Higher National Diploma Candidates
Must have a minimum of Second Class Lower (Accountancy).
In addition, applicants must have had a two (2) year
post HND working experience. Applicants with HND in
Accountancy, Purchasing and Supply, Entrepreneurship
and Finance will be placed in Level 200 for the BSc.
Accounting Education programme and Level 300 for the
Part-Time Programmes of BSc. Administration (Accounting,
Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business
Information Systems, Banking and Finance). Equivalent
qualifications from elsewhere duly certified by the National
Accreditation Board would be considered. HND applicants
will have to pass an admission interview.
B.Sc. (Business Administration)
Option: Banking and Finance
Session: Part-Time
Programme Description
The programmes are designed for applicants who desire
to be trained as practitioners in their chosen fields. The
programmes integrate the theories, concepts and empirical
evidence of the behavioural sciences with knowledge about
organizational functions and management.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, ABC and GBC Holders
Job Prospects
After graduation employment can be found in:
»» Self established businesses
»» The growing small and medium scale enterprises
»» Other Public and Private Organisations.
Entry Requirements
WASSCE/SSSCE/GBCE Candidates
Must have at least grade ‘C6’ in three subjects selected
from: Principles of Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and Elective
Mathematics.
GCE Advanced Level Candidates
Must have at least three (3) Grade‘D’ passes selected
from: Business Management, Accounting, Economics,
Mathematics, Government, History and Geography and
Government. In addition, the applicant must have had credit
passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level subjects
including English, Mathematics, General Science and
Agricultural Science.
Higher National Diploma Candidates
Must have a minimum of Second Class Lower (Accountancy).
In addition, applicants must have had a two (2) year
post HND working experience. Applicants with HND in
Accountancy, Purchasing and Supply, Entrepreneurship
and Finance will be placed in Level 200 for the BSc.
Accounting Education programme and Level 300 for the
Part-Time Programmes of BSc. Administration (Accounting,
Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business
Information Systems, Banking and Finance). Equivalent
qualifications from elsewhere duly certified by the National
Accreditation Board would be considered. HND applicants
will have to pass an admission interview.
B.Sc. (Business Administration) Option:
Business Information System
Session: Part-Time
Programme Description
The programmes are designed for applicants who desire
to be trained as practitioners in their chosen fields. The
programmes integrate the theories, concepts and empirical
evidence of the behavioural sciences with knowledge about
organizational functions and management.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, ABC and GBC Holders
Job Prospects
After graduation employment can be found in:
»» Self established businesses
»» The growing small and medium scale enterprises
»» Other Public and Private Organisations.
Entry Requirements
WASSCE/SSSCE/GBCE Candidates
Must have at least grade ‘C6’ in three subjects selected
from: Principles of Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and Elective
Mathematics.
GCE Advanced Level Candidates
Must have at least three (3) Grade‘D’ passes selected
from: Business Management, Accounting, Economics,
Mathematics, Government, History and Geography and
Government. In addition, the applicant must have had credit
passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level subjects
including English, Mathematics, General Science and
Agricultural Science.
Higher National Diploma Candidates
Must have a minimum of Second Class Lower (Accountancy).
In addition, applicants must have had a two (2) year
post HND working experience. Applicants with HND in
Accountancy, Purchasing and Supply, Entrepreneurship
and Finance will be placed in Level 200 for the BSc.
Accounting Education programme and Level 300 for the
Part-Time Programmes of BSc. Administration (Accounting,
Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business
Information Systems, Banking and Finance). Equivalent
qualifications from elsewhere duly certified by the National
Accreditation Board would be considered. HND applicants
will have to pass an admission interview.
B.Sc. (Business Administration)
Option: Procurement and Supply
Chain Management
Session: Part-Time
Programme Description
The programmes are designed for applicants who desire
to be trained as practitioners in their chosen fields. The
programmes integrate the theories, concepts and empirical
evidence of the behavioural sciences with knowledge about
organizational functions and management.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, ABC and GBC Holders
Job Prospects
After graduation employment can be found in:
»» Self established businesses
»» The growing small and medium scale enterprises
»» Other Public and Private Organisations.
Entry Requirements
WASSCE/SSSCE/GBCE Candidates
Must have at least grade ‘C6’ in three subjects selected
from: Principles of Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and Elective
Mathematics.
GCE Advanced Level Candidates
Must have at least three (3) Grade‘D’ passes selected
from: Business Management, Accounting, Economics,
Mathematics, Government, History and Geography and
Government. In addition, the applicant must have had credit
passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level subjects
including English, Mathematics, General Science and
Agricultural Science.
Higher National Diploma Candidates
Must have a minimum of Second Class Lower (Accountancy).
In addition, applicants must have had a two (2) year
post HND working experience. Applicants with HND in
Accountancy, Purchasing and Supply, Entrepreneurship
and Finance will be placed in Level 200 for the BSc.
Accounting Education programme and Level 300 for the
Part-Time Programmes of BSc. Administration (Accounting,
Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business
Information Systems, Banking and Finance). Equivalent
qualifications from elsewhere duly certified by the National
Accreditation Board would be considered. HND applicants
will have to pass an admission interview.
B.Sc. (Management Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Management and Secretarial Education Programmes
are designed to equip students with the relevant knowledge,
professional competencies and attitudes to enable them
teach Management and Secretarial subjects at the pretertiary
level and to function as administrative or training
officers in the public and civil services as well as in the
private sector. The Department of Management Education
also offers BBA Secretarial Education.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, AB and GB Certificate Holders
»» School Certificate/GCE Holders
Job Prospects
On successful completion of the programme, graduates can
secure jobs in the public and civil services as:
»» Teachers
»» Administrative or Executive Assistants
»» Training Officers
»» Data entry clerks.
Entry Requirements
»» WASSCE Candidates must have at least ‘C6’ in three
subjects selected from: Clerical Office Duties, Literature in English, French, Music, Accounting and Costing.
»» SSSC Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Business Management,
Economics, Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Literature-in-English, and Elective
Mathematics.
»» GBCE Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Business Mathematics,
Cost Accounting, Economics, Financial Accounting,
Information Technology, Marketing, Office Practice and
Business Law.
»» GCE Advanced Level Candidates must have at least
‘D’ or better in three subjects selected from: Business
Management, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics,
History, Government, Geography and English Literature.
They also must have credit passes (grade 6) in 5 GCE
O’Level subjects including Mathematics, English and
Science.
»» Higher National Diploma Candidates must have
minimum of second class lower (Secretaryship and
Management Studies). Must also have a two year
working experience. Applicants with HND in Marketing,
Purchasing and Supply and Entrepreneurship and
Finance will e placed in level 200. HND applicants will
attend interview
Bachelor of Business Administration
(B.B.A.)
Session: Evening programmme
Executive Office Administration
Session: Part-Time
Programme Description
The programmes are designed to satisfy the growing
demand for management personnel in business and
industry. They provide students with cutting-edge
knowledge in modern management practices and executive
office procedures.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, ABCE and GBCE Certificate Holders
Job Prospects
After graduation employment could be found in:
»» Self established businesses
»» The growing small and medium scale enterprises
»» Other Public and Private Organisations.
Entry Requirements
»» WASSCE Candidates must have at least ‘C6’ in three
subjects selected from: Clerical Office Duties, Literature in
English, French, Music, Accounting and Costing.
»» SSSC Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Business Management,
Economics, Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Literature-in-English, and Elective
Mathematics.
»» GBCE Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Business Mathematics,
Cost Accounting, Economics, Financial Accounting,
Information Technology, Marketing, Office Practice and
Business Law.
»» GCE Advanced Level Candidates must have at least
‘D’ or better in three subjects selected from: Business
Management, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics,
History, Government, Geography and English Literature.
They also must have credit passes (grade 6) in 5 GCE
O’Level subjects including Mathematics, English and
Science.
»» Higher National Diploma Candidates must have
minimum of second class lower (Secretaryship and
Management Studies). Must also have a two year
working experience. Applicants with HND in Marketing,
Purchasing and Supply and Entrepreneurship and
Finance will e placed in level 200. HND applicants will
attend interview
Bachelor of Business Administration
(B.B.A.) Option: Management –
Evening programme
Session: Part-Time
Programme Description
The programmes are designed to satisfy the growing
demand for management personnel in business and
industry.
They provide students with cutting-edge knowledge
in modern management practices and executive office
procedures.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, ABCE and GBCE Certificate Holders
Job Prospects
After graduation employment could be found in:
»» Self established businesses
»» The growing small and medium scale enterprises
»» Other Public and Private Organisations.
Entry Requirements
»» WASSCE Candidates must have at least ‘C6’ in three
subjects selected from: Clerical Office Duties, Literature in
English, French, Music, Accounting and Costing.
»» SSSC Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Business Management,
Economics, Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Literature-in-English, and Elective
Mathematics.
»» GBCE Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Business Mathematics,
Cost Accounting, Economics, Financial Accounting,
Information Technology, Marketing, Office Practice and
Business Law.
»» GCE Advanced Level Candidates must have at least
‘D’ or better in three subjects selected from: Business
Management, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics,
History, Government, Geography and English Literature.
They also must have credit passes (grade 6) in 5 GCE
O’Level subjects including Mathematics, English and
Science.
»» Higher National Diploma Candidates must have
minimum of second class lower (Secretaryship and
Management Studies). Must also have a two year
working experience. Applicants with HND in Marketing,
Purchasing and Supply and Entrepreneurship and
Finance will e placed in level 200. HND applicants will
attend interview
B.Sc. (Secretarial Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Management and Secretarial Education Programmes
are designed to equip students with the relevant knowledge,
professional competencies and attitudes to enable them
teach Management and Secretarial subjects at the pretertiary
leveland to function as administrative or training
officers in the public and civil services as well as in the
private sector. The Department of Management Education
also offers BBA Secretarial. In addition to B.Sc. Management
Education Programme.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, AB and GB Certificate Holders
»» School Certificate/GCE Holders
Job Prospects
On successful completion of the programme, graduates can
secure jobs in the public and civil services as:
»» Teachers
»» Administrative or Executive Assistants
»» Training Officers
»» Data entry clerks.
Entry Requirements
»» WASSCE Candidates must have at least ‘C6’ or better
in three subjects selected from: Business Management,
Economics, Clerical Office Duties, Typewriting, Financial
Accounting, Principles of Cost Accounting, Music,
Literature-in-English, and Elective Mathematics.
»» SSSC Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in three
subjects selected from: Business Management, Economics,
Clerical Office Duties, Typewriting, Financial Accounting,
Principles of Cost Accounting, Music, Literature-in-English,
and Elective Mathematics.
»» GBCE Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Typewriting, Business
Mathematics, Commerce, Cost Accounting, Economics,
Financial Accounting, Information Technology, Marketing,
Literature-in-English, Office Practice and Business Law.
»» GCE Advanced Level Candidates must have at least
‘D’ or better in three subjects selected from: Business
Management, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics,
History, Government, Geography and English Literature.
They also must have credit passes (grade 6) in 5 GCE
O’Level subjects including Mathematics, English and
Science.
»» Higher National Diploma Candidates must have
minimum of second class lower (Secretaryship and
Management Studies). Must also have a two year working
experience. Applicants with HND in Marketing, Purchasing
and Supply and Entrepreneurship and Finance will e
placed in level 200. HND applicants will attend interview
B.Sc. Marketing
Session: Part-Time
Programme Description
The Marketing programme is designed for applicants who
desire to be trained as high caliber marketing professionals
for competitive and changing business arena. The
programme integrates the theories, concepts and empirical
evidence of the behavioural sciences with knowledge about
organizational functions and management.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND, RSA, DBS, ABCE and GBCE Certificate Holders
Job Prospects
After graduation employment could be found in:
»» Self established businesses
»» The growing small and medium scale enterprises
»» Other Public and Private Organisations.
Entry Requirements
»» WASSCE Candidates must have at least ‘C6’ in three
subjects selected from: Clerical Office Duties, Literature in
English, French, Music, Accounting and Costing.
»» SSSC Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Business Management,
Economics, Financial Accounting, Principles of Cost
Accounting, Literature-in-English, and Elective
Mathematics.
»» GBCE Candidates must have at least ‘D’ or better in
three subjects selected from: Business Mathematics,
Cost Accounting, Economics, Financial Accounting,
Information Technology, Marketing, Office Practice and
Business Law.
»» GCE Advanced Level Candidates must have at least
‘D’ or better in three subjects selected from: Business
Management, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics,
History, Government, Geography and English Literature.
They also must have credit passes (grade 6) in 5 GCE
O’Level subjects including Mathematics, English and
Science.
»» Higher National Diploma Candidates must have
minimum of second class lower (Secretaryship and
Management Studies). Must also have a two year
working experience. Applicants with HND in Marketing,
Purchasing and Supply and Entrepreneurship and
Finance will e placed in level 200. HND applicants will
attend interview
FACULTY OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTS
Department of Construction and Wood
Technology Education
Department of Mechanical Technology Education
Department of Automotive and Electrical
Technology Education
Department of Information Technology Education
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
B.Sc. Construction Technology Education
B.Sc. Wood Technology Education
B.Sc. Mechanical Technology Education
B.Sc Automotive Technology Education
B.Sc. Electrical / Electronic Technology Education
B.Sc Information Technology Education
B.Sc Information Technology (Evening
Programme)
B.Sc. Construction Technology Education
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
Regular and Distance
Applicants seeking admission must satisfy any one of the
following:
»» Must be holders of WASSCE/SSSCE Certificate with at
least Grade C6 in the following core subjects and any
three (3) elective subjects
Core Subjects
English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science
Elective Subjects
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Elective Mathematics, Building
and Construction, Technical Drawing Etc.
»» Must be holders of Higher National Diploma (HND)
Certificates in Building/Construction Technology
NB: All HND applicants must pass an Oral Interview
»» Must be holders of the Construction Technician Course
(CTC) Part III Certificate
NB: All CTC Part III applicants must pass an Oral Interview
»» Must be matured persons of not less than twenty five
(25) years of age and holders of any of the following
qualifications:
a. Construction Technician Course (CTC) Part II Certificate
b. Advanced City and Guilds Certificate in Construction
c. Teacher’s Certificate “A” (Technical Option)
NB: All mature applicants must pass an entrance
examination comprising a Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) and a
General Aptitude Test (GAT).
B.Sc. Wood Technology Education
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
Bachelor of Science (BSc.) / Post-Diploma Wood Technology
Education
Admission Mode:
Regular and Distance
Applicants seeking admission must satisfy any one of the
following:
»» Must be holders of WASSCE/SSSCE Certificate with at
least Grade C6 in the following core subjects and any
three (3) elective subjects
Core Subjects
English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science
Elective Subjects
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Elective Mathematics, Building
and Construction, Technical Drawing Etc.
»» Must be holders of Higher National Diploma (HND)
Certificates in Construction/Wood Technology
NB: All HND applicants must pass an Oral Interview
»» Must be matured persons of not less than twenty five
(25) years of age and holders of any of the following
qualifications:
a. Advanced City and Guilds Certificate in Furniture
Design and Construction / Carpentry and Joinery
b. Teacher’s Certificate “A” (Technical Option)
NB: All mature applicants must pass an entrance
examination comprising a Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) and a
General Aptitude Test (GAT).
B.Sc. Mechanical Technology Education
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Mechanical Technology Education Programme has
been designed to equip students with knowledge, skills,
professional competencies and aptitudes to enable them
teach the courses or subjects at all levels of education.
Job Prospects:
»» Teaching in public and private Institutions
»» Workshop Demonstrators in Institutions.
»» Master Craftsmen in Mechanical Engineering Industry
»» Self-employment for small and medium-scale
enterprises.
Target Group
»» Senior High School Certificate holders
»» Higher National Diploma (HND) Certificate holders
»» Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ holders
Special Departmental Requirements
Applicants seeking admission must have any of the
following qualifications:
Credit Passes (i.e. A/A1-D/C4 – C6) in Six (6) Subjects of:
»» WASSCE or SSSCE including:
i. Three (3) CORE SUBJECTS –
English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated
Science and:
ii. Three (3) of the following ELECTIVE SUBJECTS:
Chemistry, Physics, Elective Mathematics, Metalwork,
Welding, Technical Drawing, Engineering Science,
Applied Electricity, Electronics, Automotive
Technology.
»» HND Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (any option:
Plant, Production).
»» MATURE APPLICANTS: Must be at least 25 years of the
Academic Year of enrolment. Such Applicants must be
holders of:
a. Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ (Technical Option)
b. Mechanical Technology – Mechanical Engineering
Technician (MET IV) (Upgraded)
c. Advance City and Guilds Certificate in Mechanical
Technology (Upgraded)
Please Note:
»» Applicants could opt for Regular or Distance Education.
»» All mature applicants must write a Subject Area Test
(SAT) and General Aptitude Test (GAT)
»» All HND applicants must pass an oral interview. (The HND
certificate must be at least 2nd Class Lower Division)
B.Sc. Automotive Technology Education
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Technology Education Programme is about creating
learning situations which encourage technological
awareness, fostering attitudes of cooperation, social
responsibilities and develop abilities to enhance the quality
of the environment.
The programme seeks to:
»» Help students develop competencies and skills in the
technological subjects.
»» Provide opportunities for students to be in touch with
current industrial developments and practices
»» Assist students develop awareness, understanding
and expertise in areas of creative thinking which can
be developed and expressed through designing,
manufacturing and evaluation.
»» Enable students apply a variety of teaching methods in
the classroom and workshop
situations.
Target Group
The programme targets:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Those desiring to be trained in Technology Education
»» Diploma Certificate Holders in the relevant subject
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are in:
»» The Ghana Education Service and other Educational
Institutions
»» The Manufacturing and Construction Industries.
»» Graduates can also set themselves up in their own
businesses
Entry Requirements
Mature Applicants
»» Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical
Engineering with specialty in any of the following
options.
a. Automotive
b. Plant
c. Production
d. Refrigeration
»» HND Agriculture Engineering
»» Motor vehicle technician (MVT) PART III
»» Full technology certificate (FTC) in automotive
technology
Direct Applicants (Technical/Science)
»» At least grade C6 in any three of the following core and
elective subjects.
Core Subjects
English language, Integrated Science, Core Mathematics and
Social Studies
Elective subjects
Auto Mechanics, Elective Mathematics, Physics and
Technical Drawing.
»» At least grade C6 in all the following core and elective
subjects.
Core Subjects
English Language Core Mathematics and Integrated Science
Elective subjects
Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
B.Sc. Electrical/ Electronics Technology
Education
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Technology Education Programme is about creating
learning situations which encourage technological
awareness, fostering attitudes of cooperation, social
responsibilities and develop abilities to enhance the quality
of the environment.
The programme seeks to:
»» Help students develop competencies and skills in the
technology subjects.
»» Provide opportunities for students to be in touch with
current industrial developments and practices
»» Assist students develop awareness, understanding and
expertise in areas of creative
thinking which can be developed and expressed through
designing, manufacturing and evaluation
»» Enable students apply a variety of teaching methods in
the classroom and workshop situations.
Target Group
The programme targets:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Those desiring to be trained in Technology Education
»» Diploma Certificate Holders in the relevant subject
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are in:
»» The Ghana Education Service and other Educational
Institutions
»» The Manufacturing and Construction Industries.
»» Graduates can also set themselves up in their own
businesses
Entry Requirements
B.Sc. Electrical & Electronics Technology Education
Mature Applications
»» HND Electrical /Electronics (power or telecommunication)
»» Electrical /Electronic Engineering (EET Part III)
»» Advanced Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Direct Applicants (WASSC)
»» At least grade C6 in any three of the following core and
elective subjects.
Core Subjects
English language, Integrated Science, Core Mathematics and
Social Studies
Elective Courses
Applied Electricity and Electronic, Physics, Chemistry and
Technical Drawing.
»» At least grade C6 in any three of the following core and
elective subjects.
Core Subjects
English Language Core Mathematics and Integrated Science
Elective Courses
Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
B.Sc. Information Technology Education
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme aims at providing a thorough degree level
Teacher Education in Information and Communication
Technology (ICT). Students are trained in the use of
Information
Technology to enhance teaching and learning. They are also
equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to provide
IT solutions to practical problems in business and industry.
Target Group
The programme is designed for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND Computer Science and Information Technology
Certificate Holders
»» Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ and other qualified applicants.
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are available in:
»» Educational settings
»» Business and
»» Industry
Entry Requirements
Regular and Evening Programme
Apart from the minimum University of Education, Winneba’s
entry requirement, applicants must satisfy the following
special department requirement:
i. SSSCE Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in
core subjects namely; English, Mathematics and Science
and three (3) credit passes in elective subjects with a total
aggregate of 24 or better.
ii. WASSCE Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in
core subjects namely; English, Mathematics and Science
and three (3) credit passes in elective subjects with a total
aggregate of 36 or better.
iii. GCE Applicants must have grade ‘E’ or better in three
subjects of which at least one of the 3 should be grade D
or better. In addition the applicant must have 5 GCE ‘O’
level credit passes including English, Mathematics and
Science
iv. ABCE Applicants must have grade ‘E’ or better in three
subjects of which at least one of the 3 should be grade D
or better. In addition the applicant must have 5 GCE ‘O’
level credit passes including English, Mathematics and
Science.
v. HND and University Diploma holders of Information
Technology or Computer Science Certificates: Applicants
must have graduated with at least second class lower
division. In addition applicants must have 2 years post
HND qualification working experience. Such applicants
will normally be admitted to second year.
vi. Mature Students: Applicants must:
a. Be at least 25years old
b. Show proof of age with a birth certificate or any
legitimate documentary proof (passport, driver
license, voter ID, etc) which is not less than 5 years old
at the time of application.
c. Provide a letter from employer or show any other
proof of employment which is relevant to the course.
d. Pass mature students entrance examination which
includes aptitude test and subject area test.
e. Have a credit in Mathematics and English at WASSCE,
SSSCE or GCE O level.
vii. Professional Certificate Holders
After determination of the equivalences of certificates
applicants would be placed at the appropriate level.
B.Sc. Information Technology
(Evening Programme)
Session: Part-Time
Programme Description
The programme aims at providing a thorough degree level
Teacher Education in Information and Communication
Technology (ICT). Students are trained in the use of
Information Technology to enhance teaching and learning.
They are also equipped with the knowledge and skills
needed to provide IT solutions to practical problems in
business and industry.
Target Group
The programme is designed for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND Computer Science and Information Technology
Certificate
»» Holders
»» Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ and other qualified applicants.
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are available in:
»» Educational settings
»» Business and
»» Industry
Entry Requirements
Regular and Evening Programme
Apart from the minimum University of Education, Winneba’s
entry requirement, applicants must satisfy the following
special department requirement:
i. SSSCE Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in
core subjects namely; English, Mathematics and Science
and three (3) credit passes in elective subjects with a total
aggregate of 24 or better.
ii. WASSCE Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in
core subjects namely; English, Mathematics and Science
and three (3) credit passes in elective subjects with a total
aggregate of 36 or better.
iii. GCE Applicants must have grade ‘E’ or better in three
subjects of which at least one of the 3 should be grade D
or better. In addition the applicant must have 5 GCE ‘O’
level credit passes including English, Mathematics and
Science
iv. ABCE Applicants must have grade ‘E’ or better in three
subjects of which at least one of the 3 should be grade D
or better. In addition the applicant must have 5 GCE ‘O’
level credit passes including English, Mathematics and
Science.
v. HND and University Diploma holders of Information
Technology or Computer Science Certificates: Applicants
must have graduated with at least second class lower
division. In addition applicants must have 2 years post
HND qualification working experience. Such applicants
will normally be admitted to second year.
vi. Mature Students: Applicants must:
a. Be at least 25years old
b. Show proof of age with a birth certificate or any
legitimate documentary proof (passport, driver
license, voter ID, etc) which is not less than 5 years old
at the time of application.
c. Provide a letter from employer or show any other
proof of employment which is relevant to the course.
d. Pass mature students entrance examination which
includes aptitude test and subject area test.
e. Have a credit in Mathematics and English at WASSCE,
SSSCE or GCE O level.
vii. Professional Certificate Holders
After determination of the equivalences of certificates
applicants would be placed at the appropriate
level.
 
FACULTY OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Fashion Design and Textiles
Education
Department of Hospitality and Tourism
Education.
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
B.Sc. Fashion Design Education
B.Sc. Textiles Education
B.Sc. Catering and Hospitality Management
Education
B.Sc. Tourism Management Education
B.Sc. Food Science Education
B.Sc. Fashion Design and Textiles
Education
Mode : Regular/Distance
Programme Description
The programme is for applicants who intend to be
trained as teachers of Vocational Education with
specialization in Fashion Design and Textiles. It is
designed to equip students with knowledge and
pedagogy in Fashion Design and Textiles.
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are in
»» The Ghana Education Service and other Educational
Institutions
»» Graduates can also set up in their own businesses
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate holders
»» Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’ and HND holders
»» Those desiring to be trained in Fashion Design and
Textiles
Entry Requirements
The entry requirement will be based on the general
minimum requirements demanded by the University
of Education, Winneba as well as special departmental
requirements. An applicant must have one of the
following categories of entry requirements:
SSSCE/WASSCE Certificate Holders
Applicants must have at least C6 in any three (3) of the
following general and departmental requirements.
General requirements:
English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated
Science.
Departmental requirements
i. At least grade “C6” in Clothing and Textiles or Textiles
and
ii. Any Two (2) of the following electives: Management
in Living, General Knowledge in Art, Graphic Design,
Economics, Leather Work, Sculpture, Painting and
Jewellery.
Category B: HND Certificate Holders
Applicants must
a. Have a Higher National Diploma (HND) Certificate (at
least a Second Class Lower Division) or its equivalent in
the following disciplines
i. Fashion Design and Textiles
ii. Textiles
b. Have acquired two (2) years Post HND qualification
working experience
c. Pass an Interview
Mature Applicant
Applicant must be at least 25years old, a holder of the
following qualifications and pass a written entrance
examination:
a. Advanced Fashion Certificate plus four (4) GCE “O” Level
credits or three (3) SSSCE/ WASSCE passes in English
Language, Mathematics and Science
b. Teachers’ Certificate “A”
B.Sc. Catering and Hospitality
Management Education
Session: Full-Time
Mode: Regular/Distance
Programme Description
The programme is for applicants who intend to be trained
as teachers of Vocational Education with specialization in
Catering and Hospitality Education. It is designed to equip
students with knowledge and pedagogy in Catering and
Hospitality Education
Job Prospects
Job Opportunities are in:
»» The Ghana Education Service and other educational
institution
»» Graduates can also set themselves up in their own
businesses
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS certificate holders
»» Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’/Teacher’s Diploma holders
»» HND holders
»» Those desiring to be trained in Catering and Hospitality
Education
Special Departmental Requirements
An applicant must have one of the following categories of
entry requirements:
SSSCE Certificate Holders
Applicants must have:
»» Credit pass (A-D) in Integrated Science
»» Credit passes (A-D) in three (3) elective subjects including
Food and Nutrition, and any two (2) of the following:
Management in Living, Textiles, Clothing and Textiles,
General Knowledge in Art, Chemistry, Biology, and
General Agriculture.
WASSCE Certificate Holders
Applicants must have:
»» Credit pass (A1-C6) in Integrated Science
»» Credit passes (A1-C6) in three (3) elective subjects
including Food and Nutrition, and any two (2) of the
following: Management in Living, Textiles, Clothing and
Textiles, General Knowledge in Art, Chemistry, Biology,
and General Agriculture.
Higher National Diploma (HND) Certificate Holders
Applicants must:
»» Have a good HND Certificate (at least 2nd Class Lower
Division) or its equivalent in Catering
»» Have acquired a 2-year post-HND qualification working
experience
»» Pass an interview
Mature Applicants
Applicants must be at least 25years old and have any of the
following qualifications:
• Advanced Cookery Certificate (Cookery 812/2) or its
equivalent with GCE “O” Level credit passes in four (4)
subjects including English Language, Mathematics, and
Science
• Advanced Cookery Certificate (Cookery 812/2) or its
equivalent with three(3) SSSCE/WASSCE credit passes in
English Language, Mathematics, and Science
• Teacher’s Certificate “A” or Teacher’s Diploma in the
relevant subject area
Applicants must pass a written entrance examination.
 
FACULTY OF EDUCATION AND
COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Educational Leadership
Department of Interdisciplinary Studies
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
Diploma (Education)
B. A. (Arabic Education)
Diploma (Education)
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
The programme is designed for non-professional technical/
vocational and applied science (agriculture, engineering, etc)
teachers/trainers. It is designed to equip the learners with
integrated sets of knowledge and skills needed to make
them effective teachers and trainers. After completing the
programme the learner will be able to work effectively as
teachers and trainers in educational and training settings.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» University graduates
»» Polytechnic graduates
»» Agriculture and other College Diplomats or Certificate
Holders
»» Private School Administrators
»» Tutors of Health Institutions
»» Trainers in industries/organisations
»» NVTI Advanced Holders
»» Educational Settings
»» Training Settings and other Corporate Organisations
»» Non-Governmental Organisations (N.G.Os)
»» Agricultural Extension Educator
Job Prospect
Job prospects are in:
»» Educational Settings.
»» Training Settings and other Corporate Organisations
»» Non-Governmental Organisations (N.G.Os)
»» Agricultural Extension Services
Entry Requirements
Applicants must:
i. Hold a University Degree, Higher National Diploma or a
Certificate in Engineering,
Building and Construction, Business Studies, Agriculture,
Nursing, etc. OR
ii. Hold an Advanced / Final City and Guilds Certificate in a
trade subject. OR
iii. Have a minimum of three passes in Royal Society of Arts
/Ghana Commercial Examinations stage III in approved
business subjects. OR
iv. Hold a Diploma in Business Studies OR
v. Hold a Certificate from a Farm Institute with considerable
work Experience.
B.A. (Arabic Education)
Session: Full-Time
Entry Requirement
i. Holders of teachers’ Cert ‘A plus Advanced Certificate in
Arabic Language.
These applicants will write the university Entrance
Examination, covering Arabic
Language, and General Aptitude Test.
ii. Holders of GCE/ SSSCE/ WASSCE with Arabic Language
as Elective, not lower than
Grade C.
iii. Holders of GCE/ SSSCE/ WASSCE without Arabic
Language must in addition possess an Advanced
Certificate in Arabic Language from a recognized
institution.
 
WINNEBA CAMPUS
SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Art Education
Department of Graphic Design
Department of Music Education
Department of Theatre Arts
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
Certificate (Art Education)
Certificate Graphic Design)
Certificate (Music)
Diploma (Art Education)
Diploma (Graphic Design)
Diploma (Music)
Diploma (Theatre Arts)
B.A. (Art Education)
B.A. (Graphic Design)
B.A. (Theatre Arts)
B.A. (Music Education)
B.Mus.
Certificate (Art Education)
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
The aims of the programmes are:
»» The curriculum is designed to provide each student with
requisite skills to practice as a self-employed studio artist,
legible to be employed and the academic credits for
further studies in Art.
»» To offer well-structured curriculum aimed at encouraging
the student to be
innovative rather them imitative
»» To equip the student with digital design application to
meet current standards of art and design production
»» To provide basic entrepreneurial skills in a selected Art
discipline.
The programmes are:
»» Certificate in Textiles
»» Certificate in Ceramics
»» Certificate in Sculpture
»» Certificate in Basketry
»» Certificate in Picture Making
»» Certificate in Leatherwork
»» Certificate in Jewellery
Job Prospects
Graduates from the programmes can be employed by:
»» The Ghana Education Service
»» Other Educational Institutions
»» Government and Private Agencies
»» Non-governmental Organisations
»» Self-employed
»» Teachers
»» Publishers
»» Curators
»» Printers
»» Fabric Designers
»» Painters
»» Ceramists
»» Sculptors
»» Illustrators
»» Industrial product designers
Entry Requirements
»» At least SHS Certificate – Three Passes including English
and one Visual Art Subject
»» People with higher qualification can apply
»» Practising Artists who are able to produce a portfolio of
works would be assessed and
interviewed for admission.
Certificate (Graphic Design)
Session: Sandwich.
Job prospects
»» Advertising
»» Animation
»» Book Design and Publishing
»» Cartooning and Illustration
»» Corporate Identity and Brand
»» Multimedia
»» Photography
»» Printing
»» Web Designing
»» Media and Communication Agencies
»» Research Organizations
»» Private Educational Institutions
Entry Requirements
»» Credit in any three electives
Certificate (Music)
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
Please see the information under Music Education.
Target Group
Please see the information under Music Education.
Job Prospects
Job prospects are available in areas like:
»» The Ghana Education Service
»» Private Educational Institutions
»» The Security Services
»» Centre for National Culture
»» National Orchestra
»» Churches
»» Music Recording Studios
Entry Requirement
Five (5) SHS or GCE Credits including Language and
Mathematics.
Diploma (Art Education)
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
The Diploma programmes seek to provide students and
workers with a range of skills and knowledge that will enable
them to work effectively, creatively and professionally. The
courses are also designed for students or workers who
are interested in exploring and developing an art practice
through collaboration with a variety of community groups
and in diverse range of settings.
Graduate of these may take up careers as teachers of Art
and Design at the primary and post-primary level or work
in related areas. The courses also develop the student’s
understanding of the ways in which art experiences can be
used to promote the aesthetic, intellectual/ personal and
social development of both the young and the old.
The aims of the programmes are:
»» The curriculum is designed to provide each student with
requisite skills to practice as a self-employed studio artist,
legible to be employed and the academic credits for
further studies in Art.
»» To offer well-structured curriculum aimed at encouraging
the student to be innovative rather them imitative
»» To equip the student with digital design application to
meet current standards of art and
design production
»» To provide basic entrepreneurial skills in a selected Art
discipline.
The programmes are:
»» Diploma in Textiles
»» Diploma in Ceramics
»» Diploma in Sculpture
»» Diploma in Basketry
»» Diploma in Picture Making
»» Diploma in Leatherwork
»» Diploma in Jewellery
Job Prospects
Graduates from the programmes can be employed by:
»» The Ghana Education Service
»» Other Educational Institutions
»» Government and Private Agencies
»» Non-governmental Organisations
»» Self-employed
»» Teachers
»» Publishers
»» Curators
»» Printers
»» Fabric Designers
»» Painters
»» Ceramists
»» Sculptors
»» Illustrators
»» Industrial product designers
Entry Requirements
Applicants must possess, at least, ONE of the following
qualifications
»» One-Year Certificate in Art
»» Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’/ Diploma
»» Five (5) Passes in SSSCE /WASSCE including
Mathematics and English Language and three (3)
Visual Arts Elective subjects
»» Advance Handicraft Teacher’s Certificate or City and
Guilds Advance or
Technician Part II or III.
Foreign Students
The courses offered by the Art Education Department under
these programmes are designed to provide foreigners, who
are interested in African Art in general and Ghanaian Art in
particular, a platform to:
»» view exciting, unique and exotic Ghanaian Art artefacts
and interact with them
»» have a personal experience of the making of Ghanaian
artefacts
»» interact with and learn from people who make a living
though the production of these Ghanaian Art artefacts
»» learn to personally make some of these unique Ghanaian
artefacts
»» have a lively discussion to ensure that students gain
knowledge of historical and contemporary Art of Ghana
As far as students from outside Ghana are concerned,
they have to meet the admission requirements for the
respective course in the university
Diploma (Graphic Design)
Session: Sandwich.
Job prospects
»» Advertising
»» Animation
»» Book Design and Publishing
»» Cartooning and Illustration
»» Corporate Identity and Brand
»» Multimedia
»» Photography
»» Printing
»» Web Designing
»» Media and Communication Agencies
»» Research Organizations
»» Private Educational Institutions
Entry Requirements
(a) Direct candidates must possess
»» The general minimum requirements for degree
programmes in the University of Education, Winneba.
»» At least a Grade C6 in Graphic Design at the WASSCE
level (or equivalent); and passes in two (2) other visual
arts subjects.
Diploma (Music)
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
Please see the information under Music Education.
Target Group
Please see the information under Music Education.
Job Prospects
Job prospects are available in areas like:
»» The Ghana Education Service
»» Private Educational Institutions
»» The Security Services
»» Centre for National Culture
»» National Orchestra
»» Churches
»» Music Recording Studios
Entry Requirement
Five (5) SHS or GCE Credits including Language and
Mathematics.
Diploma (Theatre Arts)
Session: Full time
Programme Description
Aims and Objectives of the programme are
»» To inculcate in its students the requisite knowledge and
practical skills for the challenging demands of theatre
»» To expose students to global trends in theatre and
related fields
»» To enable students take up leadership roles in the theatre
and film industries.
»» To train students to use theatre as a medium in
promoting development in rural
communities with indigenous local resources.
»» To prepare students in promoting cultural activities in
schools and communities.
»» To encourage students become aware of their identity
and their sense of patriotism.
Job Prospects
»» Playwrights
»» Theatre Directors
»» Actors
»» Theatre Technicians
»» Set Designers
»» Community Development Facilitators
»» Teachers of English and Literature
»» Teachers of Dance and Drama
»» Theatre Administrators
»» Cultural Organisers
»» Studio Managers
»» Film Producers
»» Cultural Attachés
»» Broadcasters
»» Choreographers
»» Marketing Personnels
»» Media and Communication Experts
»» Research Assistants
»» Human Resource Personnels
»» Public Relation Personnels
Entry Requirements
Candidate must possess:
Five (5) SHS credits or GCE passes
including English Language and
Mathematics.
B.A. (Art Education)
Session: Full Time
Programme Description
The basic objectives of the programme are to:
»» equip students with the basic knowledge, analytical skills
and methodologies in teaching and managing art related
institutions and organisations
»» produce art graduates capable of identifying, designing
and manipulating the local resources and apply them to
teaching and learning
»» produce a teacher capable of teaching art in the Junior
and Senior High School levels
»» equip students with the knowledge and competencies
in conducting research and research reporting in Art
Education
»» inculcate in graduates desire to use and promote
traditional and contemporary Ghanaian visual symbols in
the global market
Job Prospects
»» Teaching in government and private institutions under
the Ministry of education
»» Tourism and cultural institutions
»» Private entrepreneurship/self-employment
»» Regional/district art organizing
»» Working in publishing/advertising organizations
Entry Requirements
Category A: SSSCE/WASCE Candidates:
Candidates must have passes in six (6) subjects (i.e. 3 core
and 3 electives) at grade C6. One of the three elective art
subjects must be General Knowledge in Art. Candidates are
offered direct admission.
Category B: Matured candidates:
Matured candidate must be at least 25 years old at the
time of admission. Each candidate must hold the teacher’s
certificate ‘A’. In addition, the candidate must pass the
matured candidate’s examination organized by the
Department of Art Education.
Category C:
Professional Certificate/Diploma Holders:
Candidates must possess a Higher National Diploma or its
equivalent in art or art related subjects from recognized
institutions. Diplomas of Colleges of Education are also
acceptable. Transcripts must accompany the application
forms. Candidates must pass an interview organized by the
Department.
B.A. (Graphic Design)
Session: Full Time.
Programme Description
Among others, the programme seeks to equip students with
skills to understand the creative, perceptual, conceptual
and practical structures which inform Graphic Design
practice. The programme provides opportunity for students
to produce a sustained body of creative graphic design
work and to develop appropriate research skills. Students
are also equipped to evaluate their own practice within a
critical context and to develop skills which will make them
employable in the graphic design industry locally and
internationally.
Target Group
The programme seeks to attract:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND and other Technical Certificate Holders
Job prospects
»» Advertising
»» Animation
»» Book Design and Publishing
»» Cartooning and Illustration
»» Corporate Identity and Brand
»» Multimedia
»» Photography
»» Printing
»» Web Designing
»» Media and Communication Agencies
»» Research Organizations
»» Private Educational Institutions
Entry Requirements
(a) Direct candidates must possess
»» The general minimum requirements for degree
programmes in the University of Education, Winneba.
»» At least a Grade C6 in Graphic Design at the WASSCE
level (or equivalent); and passes in two (2) other visual
arts subjects.
»» Diploma in Graphic Design
(b) Mature candidates must pass
»» A General Aptitude Test and
»» A Subject Area Test Both administered by the University.
B.A. (Theatre Arts)
Session: Full time
Programme Description
Aims and Objectives of the programme are
»» To inculcate in its students the requisite knowledge and
practical skills for the challenging demands of theatre
»» To expose students to global trends in theatre and
related fields
»» To enable students take up leadership roles in the theatre
and film industries.
»» To train students to use theatre as a medium in
promoting development in rural communities with
indigenous local resources.
»» To prepare students in promoting cultural activities in
schools and communities.
»» To encourage students become aware of their identity
and their sense of patriotism.
»»
Job Prospects
»» Playwrights
»» Theatre Directors
»» Actors
»» Theatre Technicians
»» Set Designers
»» Community Development Facilitators
»» Teachers of English and Literature
»» Teachers of Dance and Drama
»» Theatre Administrators
»» Cultural Organisers
»» Studio Managers
»» Film Producers
»» Cultural Attachés
»» Broadcasters
»» Choreographers
»» Marketing Personnels
»» Media and Communication Experts
»» Research Assistants
»» Human Resource Personnels
»» Public Relation Personnels
Entry Requirements
Direct Entry- BA Theatre Arts
Candidates must possess:
Three (3) core and Three (3) elective credits at SSCE/
WASSCE (minimum grade of C6 or better).
A credit in Literature in English will be an advantage.
Post Diploma – B A Theatre Arts
Candidates must possess:
A Diploma in a relevant subject from a recognised
institution. The class obtained should be B average or better
and must pass an interview. Post Diploma candidates will be
admitted to level 200.
Matured students
Candidates must be at least be 25 years by 1st September
of the academic year, hold a teacher’s certificate A/
Diploma or SSCE/WASSCE and must pass the UEW entrance
examination and/or departmental exam and interview.
B.A. (Music Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Music programmes are:
»» Music Education
»» Bachelor of Music
»» Diploma in Music
The Music Education programme prepares
individuals to teach Music and related disciplines
in Pre-Tertiary Institutions. Students are exposed
to practical and theoretical aspects of Western and
African Music Students also acquire the skills and
knowledge of teaching children Music. The Bachelor
of Music and Diploma in Music programmes
prepare students for professional careers in Music
and related disciplines. Lessons in Introduction to
Music Technology are also offered.
The programmes provide diverse educational
opportunities in music and cultural enrichment
studies for people with music ambitions.
Target Group
The programme seeks to attract:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ Holders
»» Personnel of the Armed Forces
»» Other Professional Certificate Holders
Job Prospects
Job prospects are available in areas like:
»» The Ghana Education Service.
»» Private Educational Institutions
»» The Security Services
»» Centre for National Culture
»» National Orchestra
»» Churches
»» Music Recording Studios
Entry Requirements
Credits in any three (3) Electives
Bachelor of Music.
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Music programmes are:
»» Music Education
»» Bachelor of Music
»» Diploma in Music
»» Post Diploma in Music
The Music Education programme prepares individuals
to teach Music and related disciplines in Pre-Tertiary
Institutions. Students are exposed to practical and
theoretical aspects of Western and African Music Students
also acquire the skills and knowledge of teaching
children Music. The Bachelor of Music and Diploma in Music
programmes prepare students for professional careers in
Music and related disciplines. Lessons in Introduction to
Music Technol are also offered.
The programmes provide diverse educational opportunities
in music and cultural enrichment studies for people with
music ambitions.
Target Group
The programme seeks to attract:
• SHS Certificate Holders
• Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ Holders
• Personnel of the Armed Forces
• Other Professional Certificate Holders
Job Prospects
Job prospects are available in areas like:
• The Ghana Education Service.
• Private Educational Institutions
• The Security Services
• Centre for National Culture
• National Orchestra
• Churches
• Music Recording Studios
Entry Requirements
Credits in any three (3) electives
FACULTY OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Special Education
Department of Basic Education
Department of Psychology and Education
Department of Early Childhood Care and
Development
Centre for Educational Policy Studies
Educational Resource Centre
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
Certificate (Pre-School Education)
Certificate (Sign Language)
Diploma (Sign Language)
Diploma (Community Based Rehabilitation and
Disability Studies)
Diploma (Early Childhood Care and
Development)
Post Diploma B. Ed (Community Based
Rehabilitation and Disability Studies)
Post Diploma B. Ed (Early Childhood Education)
Post Diploma B. Ed (Guidance and Counselling)
Post Diploma (Basic Education)
B.Ed. (Special Education)
B.Ed. (Basic Education)
B.Ed. (Early Childhood Education)
Certificate (Pre-School Education)
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
Please see the information under Early Childhood Education
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» All who desire to be trained in Child Care and
Development?
Job Prospects
Job prospects are in the areas of:
»» Teaching
»» Self Employment
»» NGOs
Entry Requirements
»» At least, a Senior High School Certificate
»» People with special and/or higher qualifications in French
can apply.
Certificate (Sign Language)
Session: Sandwich
Admission Criteria:
Candidates wishing to apply to enroll for the Programme
MUST:
Have Interest and willingness to learn to communicate with
the Deaf in Sign Language in any environmental situation –
home, school, community, etc.
Parents of the deaf/hard of hearing (literate and illiterate)
who are interested in and willing to communicate with their
deaf/hard of hearing children in Sign Language are
encouraged to apply for the programme. Ability to read
and write English Language and/or speak Fante, Ewe, or any
Akan language will be an advantage for applicants.
Diploma (Sign Language)
Session: Sandwich
Entry Requirements
Candidates wishing to apply to enrol for the Programme
MUST:
»» Have GCE “O” Level, Credit or Pass in SSSCE/WASSCE or
»» Hold Professional Teachers’ Certificate or
»» Hold National Vocational Training Institute Certificate
(NVTI) or
»» Be interested individuals with higher qualification
(Diploma, Baccalaureate degree, Master’s, and/or
Doctorate degree) Individuals who are deaf or hard of
hearing are encouraged to apply
4- Year B.ed Community Based Rehabiltation and
Disability Studies ( Cbrds)
i. SSSCE Candidates: Credit Passes( A-D) in six( 6) subject
comprising three core subjects including English
Language and mathematics, plus three (3) relevant
elective subjects.
ii. WASSCE Candidates : Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six(6)
subjects comprising three core subjects, including
English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3)
relevant elective subjects.
iii. GBCE Candidates: Credits Passes (A-D) in six(6) subjects
comprising three core subjects, including English
Language and mathematics, plus three relevant elective
subjects.
2 Year Diploma in Community Based
Rehabilitation and Disability Studies (CBRDS)
Session: Full-Time /Sandwich
Programme Description
Please see the information under the Degree version of
Professional Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities.
Target Group
Please see the information under the Degree version of
Professional Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities.
Job Prospects
Please see the information under the Degree version of
Professional Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must possess, at least, one of the following
qualifications:
i. SSSCE Candidates : passes (A-D) in five (5) subjects
comprising three core subjects, including English
Language and Mathematics plus two (2) elective
subjects
ii. WASSCE Candidates : Credit Passes (A1- C6) in five (5)
subjects comprising three core subjects, including
English Language and Mathematics, plus two elective
subjects.
iii. GBCE Candidates :Credit Passes (A-D) in five (5) subjects
comprising three subjects, including English Language
and Mathematics, plus two(2) relevant elective subjects.
2 Year Post – Diploma B. Ed in Community Based
Rehabilitation and Disability Studies (Cbrds) Regular
and Sandwich
Diploma in social work Community Based Rehabilitation and
disability studies (CBRDS), Nursing and other related fields.
2 Year Post – Diploma in Basic Education in Special
Needs Education (Sandwich)
Only teachers with Diploma in basic education, early
childhood education, Guidance and Counselling and other
teaching subject.
Diploma (Community Based Rehabilitation
and Disability Studies)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
Please see the information under the Degree version of
Professional Rehabilitation of
Persons with Disabilities.
Target Group
Please see the information under the Degree version of
Professional Rehabilitation of
Persons with Disabilities.
Job Prospects
Please see the information under the Degree version of
Professional Rehabilitation of
Persons with Disabilities.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must possess, at least, one of the following
qualifications:
i. A certificate in Teacher Education, Social Work,
Agriculture, Community Development and Health related
studies or their equivalence with not less than two years
post qualification experience. OR
ii. High School or GCE ‘O’ level Certificate (with at least five
credits, including English Language) or GCE ‘A’ level (with
at least 2 credits) or SHS Certificate with five (5) credits
including English Language.
iii. Applicants would have to pass a selection interview.
Diploma (Early Childhood Education)
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
Please see the information under Early Childhood Education
Target Group
Please see the information under Early Childhood Education
Job Prospects
Please see the information under Early Education.
Entry Requirements
i A Distinction or Credit in Pre-School Education from an
accredited institution. OR
ii. Five (5) SHS/GCE credits including English Language and
Mathematics. OR
iii. Teachers Certificate ‘A’
iv. People with higher qualifications can apply.
B.Ed. (Special Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
»» The Special Education Programme seeks to equip
students with practical Knowledge and skills to enable
students of the programme:
»» Teach pupils and students with Special Educational
Needs (SEN) in special and Inclusive schools.
»» Provide services to pupils and students with SEN in
Inclusive Educational Settings
»» Assess children and adults to see if they have SEN.
»» Provide rehabilitation services to people with Disabilities
»» Train others to become professionals in sign language
interpretation,
»» Braille writing, Braille reading and Braille transcription.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers
»» Social Workers
»» Parents
»» People interested in working with persons with
disabilities
Job Prospects
Graduates of the Special Education Programme are trained
to function in the following areas:
»» Special schools for individuals who are blind, deaf or
mentally handicapped
»» Integrated or Inclusive educational settings
»» Community Based Rehabilitation Programmes (CBRs)
»» Peripatetic Services (Regional and District Special
Education Coordinators)
»» Hospital Schools
»» Assessment and Resource Centres
»» District Education Offices
»» NGOs
»» Sign language interpreter in other places of work
Entry Requirements
i. A SHS Credit in any one of the following: Core Science/
Integrated Science,
ii General Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
iii. Applicants should satisfy the requirements of their
teaching (second) programmes.
Post Diploma (Basic Education)
Sessions: Full-Time /Sandwich
Programme Description
The Basic Education Programme is designed to equip
students with the requisite conceptual and practical skills as
well as the right attitudes needed to teach at the pre-tertiary
levels of education. Students are also prepared to take up
leadership roles in education.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Diploma Holders who desire to be trained as teachers
»» Teachers Certificate ‘A’ Holders who aspire to leadership
positions in education.
Job Prospects
After the training, graduates can secure jobs in the areas of:
»» Teaching
»» Educational Administration and Management
Entry Requirements
i. A Diploma in Basic Education from an accredited College
of Education.
ii. A pass at the entrance interview.
Post Diploma B.Ed. (Community Based
Rehabilitation and Disability Studies)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Programme aims at:
»» Developing competencies and skills in the field of
rehabilitation of persons with disabilities.
»» The development of manpower to meet the needs of
persons with disabilities.
»» Deepening understanding of issues relating to
rehabilitation.
»» Developing the capacity to transfer knowledge and skills
to persons with disabilities, family members, community
groups and other service providers.
»» Raising academic and professional standards in the
Rehabilitation of Persons with
»» Disabilities.
It is also designed to improve the skills of Managers
of rehabilitation projects and services and equip
Rehabilitation Professionals and Activists to ensure effective
implementation of social inclusive programmes in Ghana
and the rest of Africa.
The areas the programme cover include:
»» Medical
»» Psychological
»» Economic
»» Educational
»» Empowerment and Advocacy
»» General Rehabilitation
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers
»» Social Workers
»» Parents
»» People interested in working with persons with
disabilities
Job Prospects
Job prospects are in the areas of:
»» Social Welfare
»» Community based Rehabilitation projects
»» NGOs
Entry Requirements
An applicant should possess a Diploma in one of the
following fields:
i. Professional Programme for Rehabilitation of Persons
with Disabilities
ii. Social work
iii. Special Education
iv. Nursing
v. Teaching
vi. Agriculture
vii. Guidance and Counselling
viii.Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
ix. Community Development
x. Early Childhood Care and Development
Post Diploma B.Ed. (Early Childhood
Education)
Sessions: Full-Time/ Sandwich
Programme Description
Please see the information under Early Childhood Education
Target Group
Please see the information under Early Childhood Education
Job Prospects
Please see the information under Early Childhood Education
Entry Requirements
A credit or better in Diploma in Early Childhood Education
Post Diploma B.Ed. (Guidance and
Counselling)
Session: Full-Time/ Sandwich
Programme Description
The objective of the programme is to train counsellors
who would provide the youth with basic knowledge
with which they can learn more about themselves and
their environments so that they can take self-committed
decisions and make intelligent choices within societal limits.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» Teachers
»» Other educational leaders
»» Guidance Counsellors
»» Religious leaders
»» Parents
»» Public and civil servants
Job Prospects
Graduates from the programme can be employed by:
»» The Ghana Education Service
»» Other Educational Institutions
»» Government and private agencies
»» The churches and communities for counselling services
Entry Requirements
i. A Higher National Diploma or its equivalence from a
recognised Tertiary Institution.
ii. Must pass an interview.
B.Ed. (Basic Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Basic Education Programme is designed to equip
students with the requisite conceptual and practical skills as
well as the right attitudes needed to teach at the pre-tertiary
levels of education. Students are also prepared to take up
leadership roles in education.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Diploma Holders who desire to be trained as teachers
»» Teachers Certificate ‘A’ Holders who aspire to leadership
positions in education.
Job Prospects
After the training, graduates can secure jobs in the areas of:
»» Teaching
»» Educational Administration and Management
Entry Requirement
At least grade ‘C6’ in any three (3) electives.
B.Ed. (Early Childhood Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Early Childhood Programme aims at:
»» Enabling the Early Childhood Educator to know the
meaning, nature, principles and foundations of Early
Childhood Education.
»» Enabling Early childhood educators understand the roles
and functions of Early
»» Childhood teachers in the context of the emerging trends
in child development.
»» Exposing trainees to the techniques of handling specific
Early Childhood subjects.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ Holders
»» Social Workers
»» All who desire to be trained in the education of children
at the pre-school level.
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are available in:
»» Early childhood education establishments
»» Establishing and / or Managing Early Childhood
Institutions Social Welfare Operations
»» NGOs with particular interest in early childhood
education and development
Entry Requirement
At least grade ‘C6’ in any three (3) electives.
FACULTY OF LANGUAGES EDUCATION
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Akan-Nzema Education
Department of Applied Linguistics
Department of English Education
Department of Ewe Education
Department of French Education
Department of Ga-Dangme Education
Department of Gur-Gonja Education
Department of Media and Communication Studies
Communication Skills Unit
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
Certificate (French)
B.A. (Fante Education)
B.A. (Nzema Education)
B.A. (Twi Education)
B.A. (Dangme Education)
B.A. (Ga Education)
B.A. (Ewe Education)
B.A. (Dagbani Education)
B.A. (Dagaare Education)
B.A. (Gonja Education)
B.A. (Gurune Education)
B.A. (Kasem Education)
B.A (Kusaal Education)
B.A. (English Education)
B.A. (French Education)
Certificate (French)
Session: Sandwich
Programme Description
The French Education programme seeks to help students
acquire the knowledge and skills to effectively teach French
as a foreign language in Ghana. The French Education
Programme offers the students the opportunity to study
language and literature.
Target Group
See the information under French Education
Job Prospects
See the information under French Education
Entry Requirements
i. At least, a pass in Senior High School French
ii. People with higher qualifications can apply
B.A. (Fante, Nzema and Twi Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme is designed to equip students with
knowledge in the Fante, Nzema or Twi language, literature
and culture. The aim is to prepare students to speak and
write the said languages to enable them to teach at the
basic and secondary levels of education. Students are
also adequately trained to take up jobs like programme
presentation, news reading and community education using
the language of study.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers Certificate ‘A’ Holders
»» All who want to be trained in the Fante, Nzema or Twi
language, literature and culture?
Job Prospects
After graduation, graduates can be employed as:
»» Teachers in the Basic and Second Cycle Schools
»» Administrators of Educational Institutions Translators
»» Newscasters and programme presenters, Writers and
Book Developers
»» Programme coordinators, etc
»» Directors/Organisers of cultural Centres
Entry Requirement
At least Grade ‘C6’ in Fante, Twi or Nzema
B.A. (Ga and Dangme Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme is designed to equip students with
knowledge in the Ga or Dangme language, literature and
culture. The aim is to prepare students to speak and write
Ga or Dangme to enable them to teach at the Basic and
Secondary levels of education. Students are also adequately
trained to take up jobs like programme presentation, news
reading and community education using the language.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers Certificate ‘A’ Holders
»» All who want to be trained in the Ga and Dangme
languages, literature and culture?
Job Prospects
After graduation, graduates can be employed as:
»» Teachers in the Basic and Second Cycle Schools
»» Administrators of Educational Institutions
»» Translators
»» Newscasters and programme presenters
»» Writers and Book Developers
»» Programme Coordinators
»» Directors/Organisers of cultural Centres etc
Entry Requirement
At least Grade ‘C6’ in Ga or Dangme.
B.A. (Ewe Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme is designed to equip students with
knowledge in the Ewe language, literature and culture. The
aim is to prepare students to speak and write the language
to enable them to teach at the basic and secondary levels
of education. Students are also adequately trained to take
up jobs like programme presentation, news reading and
community education using the Ewe language.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers certificate ‘A’ Holders
»» All who want to be trained in the Ewe language, literature
and culture
Job Prospects
After graduation, graduates can be employed as:
»» Teachers in the Basic and Second Cycle Schools
»» Administrators of Educational Institutions
»» Translators
»» Newscasters and programme presenters
»» Writers and Book Developers
»» Programme coordinators, etc
»» Directors/Organisers of cultural Centres
Entry Requirement
At least Grade ‘C6’ in Ewe.
B.A. (Dagbani, Dagaare, Gonja, Gurune,
Kusaal and Kasem Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme is designed to equip students with
knowledge in the Dagaare, Dagbani, Gonja,Gurune, Kusaal
and Kasem languages, literature and culture. The aim is to
prepare students to speak and write the said languages to
enable them to teach at the basicmand secondary levels
of education. Students are also adequately trained to take
up jobs like programme presentation, news reading and
community education using the language of study.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers certificate ‘A’ Holders
»» All who want to be trained in the Kasem, Dagaare, Gonja,
Dagbani and Gurune languages, literature and culture.
Job Prospects
After graduation, graduates can be employed as:
»» Teachers in the Basic and Second Cycle Schools
»» Administrators of Educational Institutions
»» Newscasters and programme presenters
»» Writers and Book Developers
»» Programme Coordinators
»» Directors/Organisers of cultural Centres
Entry Requirement
At least Grade ‘C6’ in Dagaare, Dagbani, Gonja, Gurune or
Kasem.
B.A. (English Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The B. A. English Education Programme is primarily aimed
at equiping students with the content and methodology for
teaching English language and literature in schools.
Graduates are expected to employ modern methods such as
reflective learning and action research to improve teaching
the subject. Emphasis is placed on the development of
professional skills as well as critical minds to help students
adapt to rapidly changing trends. Many areas of work other
than teaching, require people who have a firm grasp of
English. The English Education Programme is thus organized
with a secondary focus which targets the needs of people
who are interested in professions other than education such
as administration, the mass media, publishing, drama, etc.
Target Group
The programme is intended for the following:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers who want to obtain a first degree in English
»» Anyone interested in pursuing a profession that requires
a high proficiency in English.
Job Prospects
Graduates with B.Ed. English can be employed in the
following areas:
»» The Ghana Education Service
»» Private Educational Institutions
»» Administrative Secretaries in Commercial or Business
establishments
»» The mass media and publishing houses
»» The movie industry
Entry Requirement
At least Grade ‘C6’ in Literature in English and ‘B3’ or better
in Core English.
B.A. (French Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The French Education programme seeks to help students
acquire the knowledge and skills to effectively teach French
as a foreign language in Ghana. The French Education
Programme offers the students the opportunity to study
language and literature.
Target Group
The programme is intended for the following:
• SHS Certificate Holders
• Those who want to obtain professional training in the
teaching of French
Job Prospects
Graduates with B.A. French Education can be employed in
the following areas:
• The Ghana Education Service
• Private Educational Institutions
Entry Requirement
At least Grade ‘C6’ in French.
FACULTY OF SCIENCE EDUCATION
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Biology Education
Department of Chemistry Education
Department of Physics Education
Department of Integrated Science Education
Department of Health, Physical Education,
Recreation and Sports
Department of Home Economics Education
Department of Mathematics Education
Department of Information and Communication
Technology
Department of Health Administration Education
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
Diploma (Coaching)
B.Sc. (Biology Education)
B.Sc. (Chemistry Education)
B.Sc. (Physics Education)
B.Sc. (Sports Coaching)
B.Sc. (Science Education)
B.Sc. (Information and Communication
Technology Education)
B.Sc. (Mathematics Education)
B.Sc. (Health, Physical Education, Recreation and
Sports)
B.Sc. (Health Administration and Education)
Diploma (Coaching)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
Please see information under Sport Coaching.
Target Group
Please see information under Sport Coaching.
Job Prospects
Please see information under Sport Coaching.
Entry Requirements
i. Five (5) SHS or GCE credits including English Language
and Mathematics.
ii. Applicants should pass a practical selection interview.
iii Those with higher qualification can apply
B.Sc. (Biology Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme description
The programme seeks to:
»» increase students’ knowledge about all aspects of
organisms, to encourage greater benevolence in
the relationship between humans and the natural
environment and to implement biological factors into
various technologies or management techniques
»» further the education of students in a range of biological
and related sciences in order to equip them to teach
Biology at Senior High Schools
»» promote the development of appropriate teaching
aptitudes and skills, and the provision of pedagogical
experiences on which the student can build a sound
philosophy and approach
Specific Objectives
The Biology Education programme has the following specific
objectives:
»» produce quality Biology Education teachers who will
be recognised nationally and internationally for their
efficiency in producing excellent biology teaching in
schools.
»» prepare teachers adequately to teach Biology up to the
SHS level in Ghana.
»» help students to appreciate the beauty of biology in
explaining nature.
»» Opportunities for students to develop their unique
pedagogical content knowledge (PCKs).
»» provide a conducive atmosphere for interaction between
recognised science
educationists in order to produce excellent biology
educators.
»» help students to organise their creative knowledge,
practical skills and research abilities to design teaching
and learning materials for use in teaching in the senior
high schools
»» provide opportunities for students to engage in
academic and educational research that will help to
promote biology education in Ghana and elsewhere.
Target group
»» SHS certificate holders
»» HND holders in subjects relevant to the programme
»» Diploma holders
Job Prospects
»» Ghana Education Service
»» Environmental Protection Agency
»» Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology
»» Ministry of Food and Agriculture
»» Ministry of Forestry, Lands and Mines
»» Forestry Commission
»» Minerals Commission
»» Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
»» District Assemblies
»» National Planning Commission
»» The Country’s Public and Private Universities
»» Council for Scientific and Industrial Research
»» Centre for Scientific Research into Plant Medicine
»» United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and
»» United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP).
Category A: Senior High School Certificate Holders
The applicant must:
i. have six credit passes in WASSCE/SSSCE, including three
(3) core subjects:
English Language, Mathematics and Science/ Integrated
Science.
ii. have three credit passes in electives (Biology, Chemistry
and Physics)
iii. have total aggregate of 24 or better
Category B: Mature Candidates
The applicant must:
i. be at least 25 years at the time of application
ii. Hold Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’ or Certificate of Professional
Training from a recognized institution.
iii. Pass the University’s Entrance Examination for the year in
question.
Category C: Holders of relevant Diploma
The applicant must:
i. possess a Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a
relevant subject from a recognized institution.
ii. Pass the University’s Interview.
Successful candidates will be placed at level 200 of the
Four-Year Degree Programme.
Category D: School Certificate/GCE Holders
The applicant must:
i. possess five (5) credits at GCE ‘O’ Level including English
Language, Mathematics and pure science subjects.
ii. Possess two ‘A’ Level passes in Biology, Chemistry and
Physics.
Applicants with ‘A’ Level or ‘O’ Level results more than five
(5) years old should apply as mature applicants
B.Sc. (Chemistry Education)
Session: Full-Time
Programme description
The programme seeks to provide:
»» Quality Chemistry Education teachers who will be
recognised nationally and internationally for their
efficiency in producing excellent chemistry teaching in
schools.
»» Help students to appreciate the beauty of chemistry in
explaining nature.
»» Opportunities for students to develop their unique
pedagogical content knowledge (PCKs).
»» A conducive atmosphere for interaction between
recognized science educationists in order to produce
excellent chemistry educators.
Objectives of the programme
The Chemistry Education programme objectives are to:
»» Prepare teachers adequately to teach Chemistry up to
the SHS level in Ghana.
»» Train students to teach chemistry as their minor areas up
to SHS level.
»» Provide an enabling environment for students to
undertake practical activities that will enhance their
understanding of concepts in science, especially in
chemistry teaching.
»» Help students to organise their creative knowledge,
practical skills and research abilities to design teaching
and learning materials for use in teaching in the
secondary schools.
»» Provide opportunities for students to engage in academic
and educational research that will help to promote
chemistry education in Ghana and elsewhere.
Target group
»» SHS certificate holders
»» HND holders in subjects relevant to the programme
»» Diploma holders
Job Prospects
»» Teaching
»» Educational Administration
»» Chemical industries.
Entry Requirements
Senior High School Certificate Holders
The applicant must
i. have six (6) WASSCE/SSSCE credit passes including three
(3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and
Integrated Science
ii. Should obtained at least C4 in chemistry and two credits
in Physics, Mathematics and Biology
Mature Candidates
The applicant must
iv. be at least 25 years of age at the time of application
v. hold Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’ or a SHS Certificate or
Certificate of Professional Training from a recognised
institution
vi. pass the University’s Entrance Examination for the year in
question.
Holders of relevant Diploma
The applicant must
iii. posses a Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in a
relevant subject (determined by the department) from a
recognised institution
iv. pass the University’s Interview
Note: Successful candidates in this category will be placed at
level 200 of the Four-Year Degree programme.
School Certificate/GCE Holders
The applicant must
iii. posses five (5) credits at GCE ‘O’ Level including English
Language, Mathematics and three pure science subjects
iv. posses two ‘A’ Level passes in Physics, Chemistry and
Biology Note: Applicants with ‘A’ Level results more than
five (5) years old should apply as mature applicants.
B.Sc. (Sports Coaching)
Session: Full-Time
Programme Description
The aim of the programme is to produce graduates who will
ensure standards in club, national and international sports
coaching. The objectives are to train students to appreciate
the scientific principles underlying player quality and player
management and also to understand the range of suitable
techniques for team coaching and player development.
The programme is also designed to make students
knowledgeable about various health or injury problems
associated with poor training principles as well as
understand the links between health and sports
performance. Students are further trained to understand
the links between Health, Physical Education and Sports
performance as well as know the management principles of
sports organizations.
Target Group
The target group for the programme include:
»» SHS certificate holders
»» Teachers
»» Security personnel
»» Sports personnel
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are available in:
»» Public and private organizations working in the fields of
sports
»» Keep Fit Clubs
»» Sports Clubs
»» Sports Organisations which need coaching services
Entry Requirements
i. Three (3) Credits at Senior High School
ii. Must pass a practical selection interview.
B.Sc. (Information and Communication
Technology Education)
Sessions: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme aims at providing a thorough degree level
Teacher Education in Information and Communication
Technology (ICT). Students are trained in the use of
Information Technology to enhance teaching and learning.
They are also equipped with the knowledge and skills
needed to provide IT solutions to practical problems in
business and industry.
Target Group
The programme is designed for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» HND Computer Science and Information Technology
Certificate
»» Holders
»» Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ and other qualified applicants.
»» Advance business certificates examination (ABCE)
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are available in:
»» Educational settings
»» Business and
»» Industry
Entry Requirements
i. At least grade ‘C6’ in any three (3) electives.
ii. At least grade ‘C6’ in Core or Elective Mathematics
iii. A credit pass in Elective ICT will be an advantage
iv. Credit passes in five (5) subjects including English,
mathematics and integrated science in Business
Certificates Examination.
B.Sc. (Mathematics Education)
Sessions: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Mathematics Education Programme consists of Mathe
matics, Statistics and ICT.
The programme is designed to equip students with relevant
knowledge, concepts, skills and attitudes which will enable
them teach both Mathematics and ICT in schools after
successful completion, graduates can pursue further studies
in areas like Measurement and Evaluation, MBA and MSC in
Statistics, Demography, Mathematics and others.
Target Group
The programme seeks to attract:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ Holders
»» Personnel of the Armed Forces
»» Other Professional Certificate Holders
Job Prospects
Job prospects are available in areas like:
»» The Ghana Education Service
»» Private Educational Institutions
»» The Statistical Service
»» Research Institutions
Entry Requirements
i. At least Grade ‘C6’ or better in Elective/Additional
Mathematics
ii. Any two (2) of the following Electives: Physics, Chemistry,
Economics, Accounting.
B.Sc. (Health, Physical Education,
Recreation and Sports)
Sessions: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme is designed to produce graduates who
will ensure standards in physical education delivery. Again
the programme seeks to assist students to appreciate the
scientific principles underlying physical activities, understand
the range of suitable technologies used in physical activities
as well as help students have knowledge of the various
health problems associated with inactivity and the links
between health and exercise.
Target Group
»» WASSCE Certificate Holders
»» Teachers
»» Those who want to be trained as Physical Education
Instructors
Job Prospects
Job opportunities are available in:
»» Public and Private Organizations working in the fields of
health promotion
»» Educational Institutions
Entry Requirements
i. ‘C6’ or better in Integrated Science
ii. Credits in any three elective subjects
iii. Must pass a practical selection test
B.Sc. (Home Economics Education)
Sessions: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Home Economics Programme is designed to provide
training for students to enable them teach the following
subjects; Catering and Sewing, Foods and Nutrition,
Management in Living and Family Life Education.
Target Group
The programme is intended for:
»» SHS Certificate Holders
»» Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ and HND Holders
Job Prospects
Job prospects in Home Economics are in the following areas:
»» Teaching
»» The Catering and Hospitality Industry
»» Fashion, Designing and Interior Decoration Businesses
Entry Requirements
i. At least Grade ‘C6’ or better in Core Science/Integrated
Science.
ii. Any two (2) of the following elective subjects:
Management in Living, Clothing and Textiles, Textiles,
Foods and Nutrition, General Knowledge in Art, Physics,
Chemistry, Biology and Economics.
B.Sc. (Integrated Science Education)
Sessions: Full-Time
Programme Description
The programme centres on the physical and applied
sciences and it is designed to equip the degree holder with
the knowledge, skills and attitudes required in a theoretical
and practical teaching of science and the applied sciences in
the basic, secondary and post-secondary schools.
Target Group
The programme seeks to attract:
»» SHS Certificate Holders and Diplomats
»» All who want to be trained in the sciences
Job Prospects
Graduates can secure jobs as:
»» Teachers
»» Policy Makers in educational settings
»» Research Assistants
Entry Requirement
i. Grade ‘C6’ or better in any three (3) of the following
subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/General Agriculture
and Elective/Additional Mathematics.
B.Sc. (Health Administration and
Education)
Entry Requirements
i. Credit passes in three core subjects (English, Mathematics
and Integrated Science)
ii. Credit passes in three electives (Physics, chemistry,
Mathematics and Biology) at either WASSCE or SSSCE
iii. Five Credit passes at G.C.E O’Level including English and
Mathematics and three passes in Physics, chemistry,
Mathematics and Biology at G.C.E Advanced Level
iv. HND Holders in subjects relevant to the programme
who have earned a minimum of second lower division or
credit may be admitted to level 200
v. Applicant with Diploma from Nursing or Midwifery
College who are registered nurses or midwives may
admitted to level 200
vi. Applicants with 2-year diploma in subjects relevant to
the programme, from recognised institutions may be
admitted to level 100
Note: Only Short listed applicants will undergo
interview
 
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES EDUCATION
DEPARTMENTS
Department of Social Studies Education
Department of Economics Education
Department of Geography Education,
Department of History Education
Department of Political Science Education
Department of Business Education
Centre for African Studies
Undergraduate Academic Programmes
B.A. (Economics Education)
B.A. (Political Science Education)
B.A. (History Education)
B.A. (Geography Education)
B.A. (Social Studies Education)
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
(Options: Human Resources Management;
Accounting)
B.A. (Economics Education)
Session: Full time
Programme description
Objectives of the programme are to:
»» Provide relevant courses in Economics to students;
»» Equip students with pedagogical skills to teach
economics in pre-tertiary and higher level institutions.
»» Acquaint students with the theoretical principles
underlying economic behaviour in society;
»» Expose students to the methods of economic research
in order to develop their analytical abilities in resolving
economic problems.
Job prospects
Graduates of the programme may be employed in:
»» The Education sector as teachers and administrators
»» The Public Services
»» The Banking and Finance industry
»» Non-governmental and Community-based Organizations
»» Self employment
Entry requirements
i. SSSCE Candidates: Passes (A-D) in six subjects
comprising three core subjects, including English
Language and Mathematics, Integrated Science or
Social Studies plus three relevant elective subjects
i.e. Economics, Elective Mathematics, Geography,
Government, History, and Religious Studies.
ii. WASSCE Candidates: Credit passes (A1 – C6) in six
(6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including
English Language and Mathematics, Integrated Science
or Social Studies plus three (3) relevant elective subjects,
i.e. Economics, Elective Mathematics, Geography,
Government, History and Religious Studies.
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced
Level Candidates Passes in three (3) relevant subjects (at
least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). ie.
Economics, Mathematics, Geography, Government, History,
and Religious Studies. Also the applicant must have had
credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary level subjects
including English, Mathematics and a Science subject
(for-non-science students) and an arts subject for Science
students.
Higher National Diploma (HND) Candidates
Candidates must have graduated with good HND
certificate (at least 2nd Class Lower Division) in the relevant
social science subjects. In addition, the applicant must
have acquired a 2-year post HND qualification working
experience.
»» Special Departmental requirements:
a. Applicants intending to study Economics as major
area must have taken Economics and obtained a
grade of at least C4 or its equivalent at WASSCE
b. Applicants must have a grade of at least C4 in Core
Mathematics
c. Applicants must have at least grade C6 in any two of the relevant elective subjects namely Geography,
Government, History, Religious Studies and Elective
Mathematics).
d. Credit (C6 and above) in Elective Mathematics will
be an added advantage.
2. Category B: Mature Applicants: Applicants must be at
least 25 years old by 1st September of the academic year
the applicant wants to enroll. The applicant must also
pass both the general UEW and Departmental Entrance
Examinations.
B.A. (Political Science Education)
Session: Full time
Programme description
The objectives of the programme are to:
i. Prepare graduates to teach government at the Pretertiary
(e.g. Senior High School) levels of education.
ii. Imbue students with the capacity for a critical
understanding of political issues through the mounting
of relevant courses
iii. Provide service courses in the subject to students in other
disciplines in the University so as to acquaint them with
the subject matter of Political Science.
iv. Conduct relevant research to promote scholarship in the
University
v. Encourage the production of textbooks for use in courses
taught in the department, and elsewhere.
vi. Offer relevant services to the non-university community
as part of the University’s outreach programme to society
at large.
Job prospects
»» Ghana Education Service
»» Ministry of Education
»» Private Educational Institutions
»» Political Offices
»» Public/Civil Services
»» Social Workers
»» NGO’s
»» International Organizations etc.
Entry requirements
SSSCE Candidates: Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects
comprising three core subjects, including English and
Mathematics, plus three relevant elective subjects i.e.
Government, History, Economics, Elective Mathematics,
Geography, and Religious Studies.
WASSCE Candidates: Credit passes (A1 – C6) in six (6)
subjects comprising three core subjects, including English
Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant
elective subjects i.e. Government, Economics, Elective
Mathematics, Geography, History, and Religious Studies.
i. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level
Candidates Passes in three (3) relevant subjects (at
least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better).
i.e. Economics, Mathematics, Geography, Government,
History, and Religious Studies. Also the applicant must
have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary
Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a
Science subject (for non-science students) and an arts
subject for Science students.
ii. Higher National Diploma (HND) Candidates
Candidates must have graduated with good HND certificate
(at least 2nd Class Lower Division). In addition, the
applicant must have acquired a 2-year post-HND
qualification working experience.
iii. Special Departmental requirements:
Candidate must have a background in the Social Sciences
and the Humanities
iv. Mature Applicants: Applicants must be at least 25 years
by 1st September of the academic year the applicant
wants to enroll. The applicants must also pass both the
general UEW and Departmental Entrance Examinations.
B.A. (History Education)
Session: Full time
Programme description
The objectives of the programme are to:
»» Provide relevant, meaningful and interesting courses in
History;
»» Equip students with pedagogical skills and dispositions to
teach History in pre-tertiary and higher level institutions.
»» Engage students with the theoretical principles and
practices that underlie the construction and study of
History;
»» Expose students to the methods of historical research
in order to develop their analytical abilities in resolving
social problems
Job prospects
»» Ghana Education Service
»» Ministry of Education
»» Private Educational Institutions
»» Political Offices
»» Public/Civil Services
»» Social Workers
»» NGO’s
»» International Organizations etc.
Entry Requirements
SSSCE Candidates: Passes (A-D) in six subjects comprising
three core subjects, including English, Integrated Science
and Mathematics, plus three relevant elective subjects i.e.
Economics, Geography, Government, History, and Religious
Studies.
WASSCE Candidates: Credit passes (A1 – C6) in six (6)
subjects comprising three core subjects, including English
Language, Integrated Science and Mathematics, plus three
relevant elective subjects i.e. History Economics, Geography,
Government and Religious Studies.
»» General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level
Candidates Passes in three (3) relevant subjects (at
least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better).
i.e. Economics, Mathematics, Geography, Government,
History, and Religious Studies. Also the applicant must
have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary
Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a
Science subject (for non-science students) and an arts
subject for Science students.
»» Higher National Diploma (HND) Candidates
Candidates must have graduated with good HND
certificate (at least 2nd Class Lower Division). In addition,
the applicant must have acquired a 2-year post-HND
qualification working experience.
»» Special Departmental requirements
i. Applicants must have taken History or Government
and obtained a grade of at least C4
ii. A pass of B3 (or its equivalent) or better in English will
be an advantage
»» Mature Applicants: Applicants must be at least 25 years
by 1st September of the academic year the applicant
wants to enroll. The applicants must also pass both the
general UEW and Departmental Entrance Examinations.
»» Diploma Holders: Applicants must possess a Higher
National Diploma or its equivalence in a relevant subject
from a recognized institution. The applicant must also
pass an interview.
»» School Certificate/GCE Holders: Applicants must
have five (5) credits at GCE ‘O’ Level including English
Language and Mathematics as well as two (2) ‘A’ Level
passes other than General Paper in History and one other
social science subject.
B.A. (Geography Education)
Session: Full time
Programme description
The objectives of the programme are to:
i. Initiate and offer relevant courses in the various fields
of geography in order to prepare its students for the
challenges of the classroom and industry.
ii. Equip students to effectively teach Geography at the pre
tertiary level
iii. Generate textbooks, teaching and learning materials on
the subject to meet the growing needs of the various
levels of education in the country.
iv. Conduct timely and relevant research in order to
promote scholarship in the subject in the country.
v. Offer ancillary services to communities outside the
University by way of research, consultancy and advice.
Job prospects
»» Ghana Education Service
»» Ministry of Education
»» Private Educational Institutions
»» Political Offices
»» Public/Civil Services
»» Social Workers
»» NGO’s
»» International Organizations etc.
Entry Requirements
SSSCE Candidates: Grade D or better in three core subjects
(English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science
or Social Studies and three relevant elective subjects i.e.
Geography, Economics, Elective Mathematics, Government
and History).
WASSCE Candidates: Grade C6 or better in three core
subjects (English Language Core Mathematics, Integrated
science or Social Studies and three (3) in relevant elective
subjects i.e. Geography, Economics, Elective Mathematics,
Government and History.
A credit pass of (A1- B3 ) in geography
a) General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level
Candidates Passes in three (3) relevant subjects (at
least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better).
i.e. Geography, Economics, Mathematics, Government,
History, and Religious Studies. Also the applicant must
have had credit passes (Grade 6)in five GCE Ordinary
Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a
Science subject (for non-science students) and an arts
subject for Science students.
Special Departmental requirements:
Category A: Applicants intending to study Geography must
have taken Geography and obtained a grade of at least B3
in WASSCE or its equivalent.
Category B: Mature Applicants: Applicants must be at least
25 years by 1st September of the academic year in which
the applicant intends to enroll on the programme. They
must also hold a Teacher’s Certificate A. The applicants must
also pass both the general University of Education, Winneba
and Departmental Entrance Examinations.
B.A. (Social Studies Education)
Sessions: Full-Time
Programme Description
The Social Studies programme has been designed to equip
students with relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes which
will enable them teach Social/Environmental studies at the
Basic and Secondary levels and/or to undertake supervisory
under the district directorates of education. The programme
aims at developing in students, the habit of obtaining
information on current issues, equip them with the skills for
identifying societal problems and developing techniques of
solving them as well as inculcating in students the attributes
of good citizenship.
Target Group
The programme is for:
»» SHS certificate holders who desire to train as teachers
»» Public or Civil servants
»» Social Workers or activists
»» Community Developers
Job Prospects
After graduation, one can be employed as a:
»» Staff of the Ghana Education Service
»» Staff of other Private Educational Institutions
»» Social Worker
Entry Requirements
i. Grade ‘B3’ or better in Social Studies
ii. ‘C6’ or better in two of the following electives:
Geography, Economics, History and Government.
iii. Grade ‘C6’ or better in English Language.
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business Administration
(B.B.A.) (Options: Human Resources
Management; Accounting)
Entry Requirements
Post Senior High School Candidates
Candidate must have passes in six (6) subjects.
»» Three of the six subjects must be core subjects (including
English Language, Mathematics, Science/Integrated
Science or Social Studies) and any other three (3) must
be in relevant elective subjects (Accounting, Business
Management, Business Mathematics, Principles of
Costing, Economics and Elective Mathematics)
»» NB: A candidate must have credit (at least C6) in Science/
Integrated Science before his/her social studies can be
considered
B.B.A. (Accounting / Banking and Finance)
Entry requirements
Core subjects: minimum of grade C6 in mathematics,
English language, integrated science/ social studies. Elective
subjects: minimum grade C6 in Business Management
and Financial Accounting and any other two courses from
the following: Elective mathematics, Cost Accounting,
Economics and Business management
B.B.A. Human Resources /BBA Marketing/
B.B.A. Logistics and Supply Chain
Entry requirements
Core Subjects: minimum of grade C6 in mathematics,
English language, integrated science/ social studies.
Elective Subjects: minimum grade C6 in Business
Management and Financial Accounting/ Cost Accounting
and any other 1 courses from the following: Elective
Mathematics and Economics
Post- Diploma
BBA (Accounting/ Banking and Finance)
Entry requirements
Category A: Holders of HND or other equivalent Diploma
in Accounting/ Finance
Category B: Holders of RSA3, GBCE, ABCE, DBS
(Accounting)
Candidate’s performance in an interview will determine the
level of placement( Level 300, Level 200 or Level 100).
Post- Diploma
BBA Human Resources /BBA Marketing/ BBA Logistics
and Supply Chain
Entry requirements
Category A: Holders of HND or other equivalent
Management, Procurement and Supply Chain, Accounting,
Marketing and Secretariat
Category B: Holders of RSA3, GBCE/ ABCE, DBS
(Management, Secretariat and Accounting) Candidate’s
performance in an interview will determine the level of
placement ( Level 300, Level 200 or Level 100).
Mature Students (All Options In Bba)
i. Applicant should be at least 25 years old and show
evidence of age at the time of application
ii. Applicant must pass Mature Entrance Examination in
both the General Aptitude test ( GAT) and subject
Area Test( SAT).
UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION, WINNEBA
INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT AND EXTENSION (lEDE)
Available Programmes
The Institute for Educational Development and
Extension (IEDE) of the University of Education,
Winneba will from the 2014/2015 Academic Year
offer both Education and Business programmes.
Qualified applicants are therefore invited to apply
to the University of Education, Winneba to pursue
Business and Education programmes by Distance.
The Programmes and their respective Codes are as
follows:
1. EDUCATION PROGRAMMES
PROGRAMME CODE PROGRAMME NAME
001A 3-YEAR DIPLOMA IN BASIC EDUCATION
001B 3-YEAR DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
001C 2-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN BASIC EDUCATION
001D 2-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
2. BUSINESS PROGRAMMES
PROGRAMME CODE PROGRAMME NAME
002A 3-YEAR DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT STUDIES
002B 3-YEAR DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING STUDIES
002C 2-YEAR BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN ACCOUNTING STUDIES
002D 2-YEAR BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN HUMAN RESOURCE
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH OF
THE PROGRAMMES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
1. EDUCATION PROGRAMMES
1(A) 3- YEAR DIPLOMA IN BASIC EDUCATION
Applicants must possess any ONE of the following:
(i) WASSCE with at least Credit passes (A1 – C6) in five (5)
subjects comprising three (3) Core Subjects including
English Language and Mathematics plus two (2) elective
subjects.
(ii) SSSCE with at least Credit passes (A – D) in five (5)
subjects comprising three (3) Core Subjects including
English Language and Mathematics plus two (2) elective
subjects.
(iii) GCE ‘O’ Level with at least Credit passes (Grade
6) in five (5) subjects including English Language,
Mathematics and a Science subject.
(iv) Teacher’s Certificate’ A’ from a recognized College of
Education or Institution.
(v) Mature Applicants – Must be at least 25 yrs (Will be
required to write an entrance examination)
1(B) 3- YEAR DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION
This programme is targeted at Pre-School Educators, SHS
Certificate Holders, Tearchr’s Certificate ‘A’ holders, Social
Workers and all those who desire to be trained in the
education of children at the pre-school level. Applicants
must possess any ONE of the following:
(i) WASSCE with at least Credit passes (A1 – C6) in five (5)
subjects comprising three (3) Core Subjects including
English Language and Mathematics plus two (2) elective
subjects.
(ii) SSSCE with at least Credit passes (A – D) in five (5)
subjects comprising three (3) Core Subjects including
English Language and Mathematics plus two (2) elective
subjects.
(iii) GCE ‘O’ Level with at least Credit passes (Grade
6) in five (5) subjects including English Language,
Mathematics and a Science subject.
(iv) Teacher’s Certificate’ A’ from a recognized College of
Education or Institution.
(v) Certificate in Pre-School Education from the
University of Education, Winneba. Applicants in this
category will be placed at Level 200 of the 3-year
programme.
(vi) Mature Applicants – Must be at least 25 yrs (Will be
required to write an entrance examination)
1(C) 2-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN BASIC
EDUCATION
(i) Applicants for the 2-year B.Ed. in Basic Education must
be holders of a Diploma in Basic Education from the
University of Education, Winneba or any recognised
University or Institution.
(ii) Other applicants must possess a Teachers Diploma
awarded to graduates of the Colleges of Education by
the University of Cape Coast.
1(D) 2-YEAR BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
(i) Applicants for the 2-year B.Ed. in Early Childhood
Education must be holders of a Diploma in Early
Childhood Education from the University of Education,
Winneba or any recognised University.
(ii) Other applicants must possess a Teachers Diploma
awarded to graduates of the Colleges of Education by
the University of Cape Coast.
2. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION `
PROGRAMMES
2(A) 3-YEAR DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING STUDIES
Applicants must possess any ONE of the following:
(i) WASSCE with at least Credit passes (A1 – C6) in five (5)
subjects comprising three (3) Core Subjects including
English Language and Mathematics plus two (2) elective
subjects.
(ii) SSSCE with at least Credit passes (A – D) in five (5)
subjects comprising three (3) Core Subjects including
English Language and Mathematics plus two (2) elective
subjects.
(iii) GCE ‘O’ Level with at least Credit passes (Grade
6) in five (5) subjects including English Language,
Mathematics and a Science subject.
(iv) G.C.E. ‘A’ Level with at least grades not lower than D in
Two (2) subjects including Accounting. In addition, they
must possess credits at GCE ‘0’ Level in Mathematics
and English Language.
(v) Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE)
and RSA Stage III with passes in three (3) subjects
including Financial Accounting and Economics.
(vi) General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE)
and RSA stage II with passes in five (5) including
Accounting, English Language and Mathematics. .
(vii) Professional Accountancy Certificate with a minimum
of Part 1 of:
»» Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana) –
ICA
»» Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
(CIMA)
»» Association of Certified Chartered Accountant
(ACCA)
»» Institute of Bankers (IB)
»» Other professional Accountancy Certificates
from recognized Institution or Body.
(viii) Mature Applicants – Must be at least 25 yrs (Will
be required to write an entrance examination)
2(B) 3-YEAR DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT STUDIES
The entry requirements are the same as those for Diploma
in Accounting Studies except that the subjects should
include Commerce, Office Administration/Practice and
Business Management.
2(C) 2- YEAR BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION IN ACCOUNTING STUDIES
(BBA ACCOUNTING)
(i) Applicants for the 2-year Bachelor of Business
Administration in Accounting Studies must possess the
Diploma in Accounting Studies from the University of
Education, Winneba or any recognized University.
(ii) Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) in
Accountancy with 2nd Class Lower and above.
2(D) 2- YEAR BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION IN HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT (B.BA – HRM)
(i) Applicants for the 2-year Bachelor of Business
Administration in Human Resource Management must
possess the Diploma in Management Studies from
the University of Education, Winneba or any recognized
University.
(ii) Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) or its
equivalent in either Human Resource Management,
Sec. and Management, Accountancy, Marketing or
Purchasing and Supply with 2nd Class Lower and above
can also apply.
 
UEW STUDY CENTRES
Town Study Centre
Winneba – IEDE, University of Education, Winneba
Kumasi – College of Technology Education, University of Education, Winneba,
Kumasi – Asanteman Senior High School
Kumasi – Kumasi Girls Senior High School
Accra – Accra Academy
Accra – Accra College of Education
Tamale – Bagabaga College of Education, Tamale
Hohoe – St. Francis College of Education, Hohoe
Navrongo – St. Don Bosco College of Education, Navrongo
Koforidua – Pope John Senior High School
Enchi – Enchi College of Education, Enchi
Wa – N. J. Ahmadiyya College of Education, Wa
Bechem – St. Joseph College of Education, Bechem
Atebubu – Atebubu College of Education, Atebubu
Cape Coast – OLA College of Education, Cape Coast
Dambai – Dambai College of Education, Damba
Tarkwa – Tarkwa Senior High School, Tarkwa
Obuasi – Christ Academy/Father Augustine Murphy Senior High School,Obuasi
Sogakope – Sogakope Senior High School, Sogakope
Assin Fosu – Assin Fosu College of Education, Assin Fosu
Techiman – Mount Carmel Girls Senior High School, Techiman
Axim – Manye Academy
Asante Mampong – College of Agric. Education UEW
Nkawkaw – Nkawkaw Senior High School
Tema – Tema Presby S.H.S. Community 11
Ho – Purity School
Sogakope – Sogakope Senior High School
 
UEW ENQUIRIES
Please direct all enquiries on University of Education to:
The Registrar
University of Education, Winneba
P. O. Box 25
Winneba, Ghana
or
The Deputy Registrar
Division Of Academic Affairs
University Of Education, Winneba
P.O. Box 25,
Winneba
or
Senior Assistant Registrar, IEDE
University of Education, Winneba
Telephone: 0501321494/0202041141
Website: www.uew.edu.gh