University of Education Winneba Graduate School

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University of Education Winneba Graduate School

University of Education Winneba Graduate School, applications are invited from qualified applicants for admission into the following Postgraduate programmes at University of Education, Winneba for the 2018 Regular Session – 2018/2019 Academic year:

 
PROGRAMMES:
WINNEBA CAMPUS
PhD             –         French
PhD             –         Applied Linguistics
M Phil         –         French
M Phil         –         English
M Phil         –         Applied Linguistics
M A             –         Communication and Media Studies (Business Communication)
M A             –         Communication and Media Studies (Media Studies)
M A             –         Communication and Media Studies (Communication Skills)
PhD             –         Social Studies
Ed.D.           –         Social Studies
M Phil         –         Social Studies
M. Phil        –         Human Rights, Conflict and Peace Studies
Ph. D           –         Special Education
Ph. D           –         Guidance and Counselling
M Phil         –         Guidance and Counselling
M Phil         –         Special Education
M. Phil        –         Assessment in Special Education
M Phil         –         Educational Administration & Management
M.Phil         –         Basic Education
M.Phil         –         Early Childhood Education
Ph. D.          –         Arts and Culture
M Phil         –         Music Education/Composition
M Phil         –         Arts and Culture
Ph. D.         –         Mathematics Education
PhD             –         Science Education
M Phil         –         Home Economics
M Phil         –         Science Education
M Phil         –         Mathematics Education
M Phil         –         Physical Education
M Phil         –         Economics
M. Phil        –         Geography
M. Phil        –         Art Education
M. Phil        –         Chemistry Education
 
AJUMAKO CAMPUS
M Phil.        –         Ghanaian Language Studies
 
MAMPONG CAMPUS
PhD             –         Animal Science
MPhil                     –         Animal Science
PhD             –         Crop/Soil Science
M. Phil        –         Crop/Soil Science
M. Phil        –         Chemistry Education
MSc             –         Environmental and Occupational Health Education
 
KUMASI CAMPUS
PhD /D.Tech          –         Wood Science and Technology
M Phil                    –         Wood Science and Technology
M Phil                    –         Construction Technology
PhD/ ED.D            –         Educational Leadership
MPhil                     –         Educational Leadership
 
1-YEAR TOP-UP TO M.PHIL PROGRAMMES
 

  1. Faculty of Educational Studies
  1. 1-Year Top-Up –  M.Ed. to M. Phil. in Educational Administration and Management.
  2. 1-Year Top-Up – M.Ed. to M. Phil. in Special Education.

 

  1. Faculty of Foreign Languages and Communication Education.

 

  1. 1-Year Top-Up –         M.A./M.Ed. to M. Phil. in French Education.
  2. 1-Year Top-Up -M.A./M.Ed. to M. Phil. in Teaching English as a Second Language.(TESL)
  3. 1-Year Top-Up -M.A. to M. Phil. in Communication and Media Studies. (Business Communication/Media Studies/Communication Skills.)
  4. 1-Year Top-Up -M.A./M.Ed. to M. Phil. in English Education.

 

  1. Faculty of Ghanaian Languages Education.

 

  1. 1-Year Top-Up  –   M.A. to M.Phil. in Akan.
  2. 1-Year Top-Up  –   M.A. to M.Phil. in Ewe.
  3. 1-Year Top-Up  –   M.A. to M.Phil. in Ghanaian Language Studies for Ga, Dangme, Dagbani, Dagaare, Gurune, Kasem, Gonja and Kusal.
  4. 1-Year Top-Up  –   M.A. to M.Phil. in Ghanaian Languages Studies.

 

  1. Faculty of Technical Education
  1. 1-Year Top-Up – M.Tech to M.Phil. in Wood Science and Technology.
  2. 1-Year Top-Up – M.Tech to M.Phil. in Construction Technology.

 

  1. Faculty of Social Sciences Education
  1. 1-Year Top-Up –  M.Ed. to M. Phil. in Social Studies.
  2. 1-Year Top-Up –  M.A. to M. Phil. in  Conflicts, Human Rights, and Peace Studies.

 
PROGRAMMES TO BE OFFERED ON PART-TIME BASIS (Evening Programmes)
 
KUMASI CAMPUS:
MBA           –         Accounting
MBA           –         Finance
MBA           –         Marketing
MBA           –         Human Resource Management and Organisational Behaviour
 
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 
PHD PROGRAMMES:
Applicants should possess:

  1. A researched Master’s Degree in the relevant field of study from an accredited institution.
  2.  A Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0 or above in the courses offered at the master’s degree level
  3. At least grade ‘B’ in the dissertation presented for the Master’s degree
  4. Applicants who wish to offer Ph.D. in Mathematics Education and Ph.D. in Science Education must hold Research master’s degree in Mathematics Education and Science Education respectively.

 
M.PHIL ECONOMICS
Applicants must:

  1. Possess a good first degree (at least 2nd Class Lower Division) in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or related programme of study at the tertiary level of education from recognized universities.
  2. Pass a selection interview.

 
M.PHIL EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT
Applicants must:

  1. Possess a good first degree (at least 2nd Class Lower Division) from the University of Education or other Universities recognized by the Academic Board of the University of Education, Winneba or from any institution accredited by the National Accreditation Board of Ghana.
  2. Pass the selection interview.

 
M.PHIL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Applicants must:

  1. Possess a good first degree (at least 2nd Class Lower in Early Childhood Education
  2. Be computer literate

 
M.PHIL CHEMISTRY EDUCATION-WINNEBA
Applicants should possess:
A

  1. A good first degree in Chemistry from the University of Education, Winneba.
  2. A good first degree in Chemistry (with and education component) from a recognized university.
  3. A good first degree in Chemistry from a recognized university and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education or its equivalent.

B.       Former UEW products with Diploma in Science Education in addition to BSc in Chemistry from recognized university are eligible to apply.
C.       Applicants must pass the selection interview.
 
M.PHIL. SCIENCE EDUCATION
Applicants should possess:

  1. A good first degree in the Sciences with an Education  component from a recognised University
  2. A good first degree in the Sciences from a recognised University and a postgraduate diploma in education or its equivalent
  3. A good first degree in the Sciences from recognised universities and Diploma in Science Education from UEW.

 
M.PHIL GEOGRAPHY
Applicants should:

  1. Possess Second class lower or better in Geography or any related discipline.
  2.  Pass the selection interview.

 
M. PHIL ART EDUCATION
Applicants should possess:

  1. A good first degree in relevant discipline ( Studio Art, Art Education, Design, or  Art History) from recognized tertiary institution
  2. A minimum of second class lower.
  3. A minimum average of “B” in M.A. Art Education programme.

 
OTHER M. PHIL PROGRAMMES
Applicants should possess:

  1. A good Bachelor’s Degree with Education component (eg. B.Ed), from the University of Education (UEW) or its equivalent from a recognized University in the relevant field of study, or
  2. A good Bachelor’s Degree  without Education e.g. (B.A, BSc) from an accredited university
  3. M.Ed or equivalent qualifications with relevant course content. Such applicant may be required to do the M Phil programme within one year.

 
Applicants with good first degrees from any field of study can apply for Communication and Media Studies programmes.
Applicants for the M.Phil./Ph.D. programmes should submit a proposal  defining the specific area of interest, brief description of any previous study conducted on the subject and justification for the study.( Not more than four pages)
 
MBA (ACCOUNTING) AND MBA (FINANCE)
Applicants must meet any of the following entry requirements:

  1. hold a second class honours degree, or its equivalent, in Finance, Accounting, Economics, and other business related subjects.  Applications may also be considered from graduates in non-business areas with strong quantitative backgrounds.
  2. be a professionally qualified accountant and a member of one of the Accountancy bodies constituting the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC).
  3. have at least one year’s relevant experience in the private or public sector
  4. pass a selection interview.

 
MBA (MARKETING) AND MBA (HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR)
Applicants must meet any of the following entry requirements:

  1. possess a Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2nd Class Lower Division in any field of study from a recognised institution.
  2. pass a selection interview
  3. in exceptional cases, applicants with 3rd Class Division who are already employed in HR-related fields and demonstrate capacity to cope with the programme may be considered for admission.  Such applicants must write and pass a selection examination and an interview.

 
MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (M. PHIL.) IN TECHNOLOGY
A candidate must meet the following requirements for admission:

  1. A Bachelor’s Degree in Technology, or Technical, or any Engineering/ Building discipline with at least a 2nd class division pass. Applicants without education studies shall be required to take some additional courses in education studies at the undergraduate level.
  2. Submit a statement of purpose or research interest.

 
M.PHIL ANIMAL SCIENCE
Entry requirement for admission of students:
For admission to the M Phil programme candidates should possess a B.Sc. or B.Ed. degree in Agriculture with a first or second class.
A B.Sc. degree in a field related to agriculture (e.g. biology, biochemistry and microbiology) may be accepted if this degree is deemed relevant to the student’s chosen area of specialization.  Areas of Specialization include:

  • Non-Ruminant Nutrition
  • Ruminant Nutrition
  • Animal Production and Management
  • Animal Breeding & Genetics
  • Animal Reproductive Physiology
  • Meat Science and Technology

Candidates are required to pass an interview before being admitted.
 
 PHD ANIMAL SCIENCE
Entry requirement for admission of students:
Admission to the PhD programmes will require a relevant masters’ degree (M.Phil.) from an accredited University. An M.Sc. degree with research in the relevant field will also be considered for admission. Areas of specialization include:

  • Non-Ruminant Nutrition
  • Ruminant Nutrition
  • Animal Production and Management
  • Animal Breeding & Genetics
  • Animal Reproductive Physiology

Candidates are required to pass an interview before being admitted.
 
M. PHIL CROP/SOIL SCIENCE
Entry requirements for admission
For admission to the M Phil programme candidates should possess a B.Sc. or B.Ed. degree in Agriculture with a First Class or Second Class.
A B.Sc. degree in a field related to agriculture (e.g. biology, biochemistry and microbiology) may be accepted if this degree is deemed relevant to the student’s chosen area of specialization.

  • Agronomy/Crop Physiology
  • Soil Science
  • Entomology
  • Plant Pathology
  • Plant Breeding

Candidates are required to pass an interview before being admitted.
 
PHD CROP/SOIL SCIENCE
Entry requirements for admission
Admission to the PhD programmes will require a relevant masters’ degree (MPhil) from an accredited University.  An MSc degree with research in the relevant field will also be considered for admission.  Areas of specialization include:

  • Agronomy/Crop Physiology
  • Entomology
  • Plant Pathology
  • Plant Breeding
  • Soil Fertility and Nutrition
  • Soil and Water Conservation

Candidates are required to pass an interview before being admitted.
 
M.PHIL. CHEMISTRY EDUCATION – MAMPONG
Applicants must:

  1. Possess a good first degree ( at least 2nd class lower) in Chemistry from a recognized University.
  2. Pass a selection interview.

 
MSC IN ENVIRONMNTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH EDUCATION 
Applicants must:

  1. Possess a good first degree (at least 2nd class lower) in Environmental Health and Sanitation Education or a related field e.g. Biological Sciences, Environmental Science, Public Health etc.
  2. Pass a selection interview.

 
MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY (M.TECH.)
A candidate must meet the following requirements for admission:

  1. A good Bachelor’s Degree in Technology, Technical, Vocational Education or Engineering
  2. Submit a statement of research interest.

 
1-YEAR TOP-UP TO M.PHIL PROGRAMMES
 
1-YEAR TOP-UP M.ED. TO M.PHIL. IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in Educational Administration and Management or related  discipline.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.Ed. (Educational Administration ) programme.
  1. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

 
1-YEAR TOP-UP M.ED. TO M.PHIL. IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in Special Education from the University of Education, Winneba or related  field.
  2. Professional qualification equivalent to a good bachelor’s degree. The professional qualification must also be in the subject/discipline into which the admission is being sought.
  1. An academic transcript shall be required for admission.
  2. Must pass the selection interview.
  3. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.Ed.  Special Education Programme.

 
1-YEARTOP-UP PROGRAMME FROM M.A. TO M.PHIL IN GHANAIAN LANGUAGE STUDIES

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. M.A. degree in Ghanaian Language Studies or related discipline from the University of Education, Winneba or recognized institution.

      b. Applicants with the following qualifications are also eligible to apply:

  1. M.A. in Linguistics.
  2. M.A. in Ghanaian Language Studies.
  3. M.A. in Linguistics with courses in Ghanaian Language.
  4. Graduate Diploma in Linguistics.
  1. Applicant(s) must also pass the selection interview.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.Ed.  Ghanaian Languages Programme.

 
1-YEAR TOP-UP M.A./M.ED. TO M.PHIL IN FRENCH.

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in French from the University of Education, Winneba or  other recognised university.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A./M.Ed. in French.
  3. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A./M.Ed. French Education Programme.

 

  1. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

1-YEAR TOP-UP M.A./M.ED. TO M.PHIL IN TESL

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in TESL or English from the University of Education, Winneba or  other recognised university.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A./M.Ed. in TESL or English.
  3. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A./M.Ed. TESL Programme.

 

  1. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

 
1-YEAR TOP-UP M.A. TO M.PHIL IN COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES.

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in Communication and Media Studies (Business Communication/Media Studies/Communication Skills) from the University of Education, Winneba or  other recognised university.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A. in  Communication and Media Studies (Business Communication/Media Studies/Communication Skills)
  3. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A./M.Ed. TESL Programme.

 

  1. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

1-YEAR TOP-UP M.A./M.ED. TO M.PHIL IN ENGLISH EDUCATION.

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in English from the University of Education, Winneba or  other recognised university.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A./M.Ed. in  English.
  3. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A./M.Ed. English Education Programme.
  1. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

 
1-YEAR TOP-UP M.ED. TO M.PHIL IN SOCIAL STUDIES.

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in Social Studies from the University of Education, Winneba or  other recognised university.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.Ed. in Social Studies.
  3. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.Ed. Social Studies Programme.
  1. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

 
1-YEAR TOP-UP M.TECH. TO M.PHIL. IN WOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME.

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in Master of Technology (M.Tech) Wood Science from the University of Education, Winneba or any recognized university.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 in M.Tech. Wood Science and Technology programme.

 

  1. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

1-YEAR TOP-UP M.TECH. TO M.PHIL IN CONSTUCTION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME.

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in Master of Technology (M.Tech) Construction from the University of Education, Winneba or any recognized university.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 in M.Tech. Construction Technology programme.
  1. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

 
1-YEARTOP-UP PROGRAMME FROM M.A. TO M.PHIL IN CONFLICTS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND PEACE STUDIES

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A. (Master of Arts) from the University of Education, Winneba or other recognized Universities.
  2. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in Master of Arts  from University of Education, Winneba or other recognized Universities.
  1. Applicants will be required to submit a detailed proposal of their intended research, which will be presented with the second year regular M.Phil. (Human Rights) Students
  2. Applicant(s) must also pass the selection interview.

 
1-YEAR TOP-UP M.A./M.ED. TO M.PHIL IN GHANAIAN LANGUAGES STUDIES.

  1. Applicants must possess:
  1. a minimum degree of 2nd Class Lower Division in any of the Ghanaian Languages Education from the University of Education, Winneba or  other recognised university.
  2. G.P.A. of not less than 3.0 from M.A. in Ghanaian Language Studies.
  1. Applicants with M.A. in Ghanaian Language (which the applicant has chosen to study) with courses in Linguistics can also apply.
  2. Applicant(s) must pass the selection interview.

 
PLEASE REFER TO THE ADMISSIONS BROCHURE AT OUR WEBSITE (www.uew.edu.gh) FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON ENTRY REQUIREMENTS.
 
HOW TO APPLY
University of Education, Winneba online application vouchers are obtainable at the following banks: GCB, Ecobank, Unibank, HFC Bank, Universal Merchant Bank, Prudential Bank, Zenith Bank and ADB Bank.
 
COST OF APPLICATION FORMS

  1. Local Applicants : GH¢250.00
  2. Foreign Applicants and Ghanaian Applicants outside Ghana: $100 (One Hundred United States Dollars).

All applications must be submitted online at www.uew.edu.gh
 
There is additional information on the website to guide you.
 
ATTACHMENTS
In all cases, the following documents should be attached to the completed online application forms:

  1. Copies of certificates.
  2. Copies of Transcripts of academic record.
  3. One recent passport-size photograph.
  4. Three referees’ reports. (To be submitted directly by referees to):

The Dean
School of Graduate Studies
UEW
P.O. BOX 25
WINNEBA
 
Applicants should note that:
No application will be processed unless all requirements are fully met.

  1. Any change of address must be communicated at once to the Dean, School of Graduate Studies.
  2. A change of programme after submission of application forms will NOT be allowed.
  3. ALL certificates and results slips other than those from the West African Examinations Council, the Universities in Ghana and Institutions accredited by the National Accreditation Board, should be cleared with the Accreditation Board and the evaluation report attached to the certificate(s).

 
CLOSING DATES:
 
REGULAR PROGRAMME: MAY 31, 2018.
 
FOR ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CALL:
 
WINNEBA           –         0202041133
KUMASI              –         0322052212/ 0322053617
MAMPONG         –         0202041117
AJUMAKO          –         0332193772