Parents asked to send children to school

Gomoa Brofo (C/R) June 19, GNA - Parents who refuse to enroll their children in school should be reported to the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) for their assistance.

This is because it is the basic right of every child to have access to education, especially the basic one.

Mr Alex Ebo Afful, Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam District Director of CHRAJ made these remarks at a public forum to mark the “World Day Against Child Labour” at Gomoa Brofo.

The theme for the celebration was: “No Child Labour and Yes to Education.”

It was sponsored by the Gomoa West District Assembly

According to Mr Afful, if a parent found his next door neighbour maltreating a child, he or she should not hesitate to inform the CHRAJ for their intervention.

Mr Afful pointed out that any children not educated would grow to become a burden on society.

Education can, therefore, help to develop the mind even during apprenticeship training, and all aspects of life.

Mr Emmanuel Kwaku Glagoe, Assistant Director of the Ghana Education Service (GES) at Apam, said that caning of school children had not be abolished, but with guidelines attached to it.

He explained that three strokes of the cane could now be administered by a headteacher only.

According to him, caning was not the only punishment that could be given to instil discipline, but other soft punishments could be used.

He said government was doing its best to ensure quality education in schools, and therefore appealed to parents to reciprocate the gesture by providing basic needs to their wards.

The Chairman of the Planning Committee of the programme, Dr Mark Nii Lamptey, said the Day was instituted by the International Labour Organization (ILO).


Source: GNA

Ashesi University College - How to Apply

(1) Create Your Account
Visit our online application platform (http://admissions.ashesi.edu.gh/), provide a valid email address and fill the necessary information required to create and activate your account.

(2) Complete Application Form
Complete the form and upload all necessary documents as indicated.

(3) Pay For and Submit Application
Applicants need to purchase an e-voucher:

• online using a Visa card or MTN Mobile Money. (http://vouchers.transflowmerchant.com/merchants.php?op=1&id=016)
• at any of the branches of the following institutions (currently available for students in Ghana) Ecobank, Agricultural Development Bank, Prudential Bank Limited, Unibank Ghana Limited, HFC Bank Limited,Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited, Universal Merchant Bank, Zenith Bank Ghana Limited, GCB Bank.
• by wire transfer (for international students). Visit here for transfer details. (http://www.ashesi.edu.gh/admissions/fees-and-financial-aid/98-about/accounting-and-finance/766-payment-of-tuition-fees.html

Application fee:
Ghanaians
Early/Regular Applications: GHs100 

Late Applications: GHs150 

Non-Ghanaians

Early/Regular Applications: $100
Late Applications: $150


Please Note:

You can save your application progress at any point and continue later.

Please note that once you ‘submit’ your application, you cannot make any changes.

All result slips, transcripts or report cards must be scanned and uploaded with other necessary documents.

Applicants must check all details and documents entered and uploaded before submission. Any information submitted cannot be amended.

Only applications with all required documents submitted will be considered.

You can download a PDF version of the application ( http://www.ashesi.edu.gh/images/admissions/docs/Ashesi_Admissions_Form_Final_2015_Sample.pdf) as a guide to the online application. 
You cannot submit this PDF as your application.

Ashesi University College - Entry Requirements

Ghanaian Nationals

1. Completed application form, including personal essays.
2. High School transcripts.
3. One of the following examination results is required:

• West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Six subjects are used to calculate your standard WASSCE score: Integrated Science, Core Math, Core English and three electives. A minimum grade of C6 in each subject is required to apply. 
• IGCSE/GCE ‘O’ Level and at least three ‘A’ Level passes (with grade A-D)
• International Baccalaureate(IB) certificate or IB Diploma
• French Baccalaureate (a certified copy of the original score and a certified translated copy in English)
• Other equivalent exam results approved by the National Accreditation Board of Ghana

International Students

In addition to meeting the requirements described for Ghanaian nationals, applications from International students must meet the following requirements:

• Certified Translation: Transcripts or other supporting documents submitted by international applicants in a language other than English must be translated and certified as copies of the original document(s).
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): International students for who English is a second language must submit a TOEFL score. The minimum passing grade required is 80 for the Internet Based Test (iBT).

Transfer Students

In line with the University of Cape Coast (UCC) academic rules and regulation policy, all students that transfer into Ashesi must begin as first year students. Ashesi does not accept transfers into the 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of our academic program.

In order to secure admission, transfer candidates must provide official transcripts from each college or university attended. It is your responsibility to ensure that an official transcript has been received from each institution attended in order to complete your application.

Christian Service University College August 2015 Admissions - How To Apply

Please Note Admission to CSUC is strictly conducted online. The following are available:

Undergraduate Ghanaian Applicants
Undergraduate International Applicants
Undergraduate Mature Applicants
Postgraduate Applicants (Cost of Application Pack : GHC 120)

CSUC on-line application E-VOUCHERS can be obtained by Ghanaian applicants for GH¢80.00 at the any Branch of Ecobank Ghana and the Cash Office, CSUC Campus. Ghanaian applicants in the following categories are expected to apply using the E-VOUCHER:

 WASSCE/SSSCE Applicants
 Diploma Applicants
 HND Holders

At the Bank,

1. Applicants will be required to indicate their names, mobile phone numbers and e-mail addresses on the bank voucher before they are served.

2. Those without e-mail addresses will however not be disadvantaged. A confirmation of their PIN will be sent to their mobile phones. Applicants are however advised to create and own a valid email address in case they do not have one as it is required during the online admission process.

3. Applicants should buy the CSUC application E-VOUCHER and CAREFULLY follow the instructions given. After the application has been submitted on-line, the PIN should be kept in a safe place as they may be required by applicants when assessing their admission status at a later date.


After completion of the online application, all applicants are expected to submit the following documents to the address below. Applicants should send their documents using FEDEX, DHL, EMS or UPS Courier services.

i. A copy of the online admission print-out.

ii.Two (2) Certified original copies of Diploma/HND transcripts, where applicable.

iii. Where applicable, two (2) certified copies of ‘O’ and ‘A’ Level certificates/result slips.

iv. Where applicable, two (2) certified copies WASSCE/SSSCE result slips.

The Registrar,
Christian Service University College
P. O. Box 3110,
Kumasi – Ghana

Our Help Lines are (Opened from 9:00 AM GMT - 4:00 PM GMT weekdays)

+233 3220 – 28781, 39258, 39303

Christian Service University College - Programmes Available for AUGUST 2015 Admissions

Programmes for the Regular School

MA Christian Ministry with Management
BSc. Information Technology (IT)
BSc. Nursing
BA Community Development
BSc. Computer Science
BA Communication Studies(with options in Print Journalism; Broadcast Journalism, Public Relations; and Advertising)
BBA Purchasing & Supply Chain Management
BBA Accounting
BBA Banking & Finance
BBA Human Resource Management
BBA Marketing
BA Theology with Administration (Regular & Sandwich)


Programmes for the Weekend School

BSc. Information Technology (IT)
BA Communication Studies (Public Relations option)
BBA Purchasing & Supply Chain Management
BBA Accounting
BBA Banking & Finance
BBA Human Resource
BBA Marketing

Programmes run on Friday evenings and Saturdays for the Weekend School; Morning and Evening Sessions as appropriate for the Regular School.

Interested applicants should purchase the CSUC online E-Vouchers at GH₵80.00 at any Ecobank branch and apply at the CSUC website: www.csuc.edu.gh. Application forms are also sold at all major post offices in Ghana.

Welcome to the start of a wonderful journey of learning and self-discovery!

Admissions Office
Christian Service University College
Email: admissions@csuc.edu.gh

Christian Service University College - General Requirements for Admission

The minimum qualification to gain admission into any of our degree programmes includes the following:

1. SSSCE credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects: three (3) electives plus, three (3) core subjects including English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies. Aggregate score should not exceed 24.

2. WASSCE credit passes(A1-C6) in six (6) ) subjects: three(3) electives plus, three (3) core subjects including English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies. The aggregate score should not exceed 36.

3. ABCE holders with at least, passes in three (3) subjects, one of the passes should be grade D or better plus, at least, five (5) credit passes of the GBCE including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies.

4. Mature Candidates must not be less than 27 years at the time of admission and should have, at least, five years considerable working experience. Mature applicants will be required to enroll in a 6-week course, write an entrance examination, and attend an interview if successful.

Mature applicants must show proof of age with a legitimate document that is at least 5 years old, provide introductory letter and show any proof of employment.

5. Entry Requirements for Higher National Diploma (HND) Qualifications:
The applicant must have graduated with at least 2nd Class lower division from a recognised Polytechnic.

Applicants are supposed to have credit/good passes of the SSSCE/WASSCE which would have occasioned his/her successful admission into the HND programme. Placement would be based on qualification.
Applicants with Post-Sec Teacher’s Cert ‘A’ or Diploma in Education who are also in possession of GCE ‘O level/SSSCE/WASCE good passes with aggregate score not exceeding 24 with respect to SSSCE and 36 of the WASSCE may apply.


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR BSC. NURSING

In line with the admission requirements of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (K.N.U.S.T), to which the Nursing Programme is affiliated, one of the following academic requirements is needed for admission:

I. SSSCE Holders: Applicants should have credits (A-D) in THREE Core Subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science), plus credits in THREE (3) Elective Subjects: Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The aggregate score should not exceed 24, for level 100 placement.

OR

WASSCE Holders: Applicants should have credits (A1-C6) in THREE Core Subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science), plus credits in THREE (3)Elective Subjects: Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The aggregate score should not exceed 36. Applicants will be admitted to L 100.

II. Mature Applicants: Applicants must be at least 25 years at the time of submitting the application form. The applicant should have EITHER

Five (5) credits at the O’ Level including English Language and Mathematics or Credits in SSSCE /WASSCE Core English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and threeelective subjects with an aggregate not exceeding 24/36 respectively. Applicants would write an entry examination and pass an interview at the end, to guarantee level 100 placement; OR

A State Registered Nursing Certificate (SRN) with a minimum of FIVE years working experience /Public Health Nurses with ONE (1) year or more of practice who hold RGN/Post-Basic Nursing Programme Certificate. Applicants would write an entry examination and pass an interview at the end in order to guarantee L 200 placement.


III. Holders of the Registered General Nursing (RGN) Diploma with at leastTHREE (3) years’ working experience and a good pass at the Diploma level may be admitted to L 300 of the degree programme after a successful interview.

Spiritan University College - Programmes Offered As of 2014 / 2015 Academic Year

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Bachelor of Arts – Philosophy and Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts – Sociology and Economics
B.Sc. Finance and Management
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Business Administration (with options in):
Human Resource Management
Accounting
Banking and Finance
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
Marketing

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Diploma in Philosophy and Religious Studies

PROJECTED PROGRAMMES

Masters in Theology ( Affiliated to Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA Bacherlor of Arts Programmes)

Para-Legal Studies and Social Work
Information and Communication Technology
B. Ed. Education

Diploma Programmes

Para – Legal Studies and Social Works
Multi – Media Studies
Guidance and Counselling

Spiritan University College 2015 / 2016 Admissions - Entry Requirements for Admission

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Admission requirements are in line with the standard approved by the National Accreditation Boar, our mentor University, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and acquired at not more than two sittings.

The requirements are:

PHILOSOPHY/SOCIOLOGY-ECONOMICS

1. SSSCE Holders

Candidates must have six credits (A-D) in three Core subjects (Core English, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies) plus credits (A-D) in three Elective Subjects with an aggregate of 24 or better.

2. WASSCE Holders

Candidates must have six credits (A1-C6) in three Core subjects (Core English, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies) plus credits (A1-C6) in three Elective Subjects with an aggregate of 36 or better.

3. G.C.E "O" Level Applicants

Candidates must be holders of General Certificate Examination Ordinary Level with five (5) credits including English and Mathematics plus Three (3) passes in Advanced Level including General Paper.

4. Diploma Holders

Candidates must fulfill the above basic requirements plus a Diploma from a reputable institution in a discipline other than Philosophy and Religious Studies with a cumulative point of 3.0 or better. He/she will be admitted to level 200

5. Foreign Students

Candidates will be admitted if they have qualifications equivalent to those mentioned above. Those from non-English speaking countries must show evidence of proficiency in English.


BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSc) IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (OPTIONS)

Banking and Finance
Accounting
Human Resources Management
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
Marketing


BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSc)  PROGRAMMES

BSc. Economics and Finance
BSc. Finance and Management

Full-Time –Time Programmes (Day, Evening or Weekend)


Entry Requirements for Admission in L100

1. SSSCE/WASSCE Holders

A candidate who wishes to apply for admission to a degree programme in either the BSc. or BSc in administration must have credits in three (3) Core Subjects (i.e. English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies), plus credits in three WASSSCE/SSSCE Elective Subjects in General Arts, General Science or Business.

2. GBCE/ABCE Level Holders

Applicants holding passes in three (3) core and three (3) elective subjects in General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE), or passes in three (3) core and three (3) elective subjects in Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) plus passes in three core subjects at WASSSCE/SSSCE as indicated under (i) above. Candidates with GBCE will also be considered for admission if they have five (5) credits including English and Mathematics plus three (3) passes in Advanced Level.

3. Professional Certificate Holders

Applicants holding Stage 1 of ACCA, or ICA, or Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA), Associate of Chartered Institute of Bankers ACIB), Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), must also have passes at WASSSCE/SSSCE in three core subjects, as indicated under item (i) above.

4. Mature Applicants

Candidate applying as mature applicants must be at least 25 years with passes in the core subjects, i.e. English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies plus three elective subjects at the SSSCE/WASSSCE, or credits in Five GCE ‘O' Level Subjects including English Language and Mathematics. Short-listed applicants shall take an Entrance Examination and pass an interview.

5. Foreign Students

Foreign students or non-Ghanaian applicants will be admitted to either the BSc. or BSc in Business Administration programmes if they possess same qualifications or qualifications equivalent to those aforementioned. Those from non-English speaking countries will be required to show evidence of proficiency in English.


Entry Requirements for Admission in L200

Higher National Diploma HoldersHolders of higher national diploma in programmes other than HND Accountancy shall be admitted to Level 200 on the BSc Accounting programme.


Entry Requirements for Admission in L300

Higher National Diploma Holders
Holders of higher national diploma (HND in Accountancy (first or second class upper/lower division) shall be admitted to Level 300 on the BSc Accounting programme. Those with HND qualifications lower than the above may be considered for admission into level 200.

Methodist University Ghana College 2015 / 2016 Admissions - How to Apply

ONLINE APPLICATION - METHODIST UNIVERSITY COLLEGE GHANA

APPLICANTS IN GHANA

Methodist University College Ghana application e-vouchers can be obtained by Ghanaian applicants for GH¢120.00 at the following banks: First Capital Plus Bank, Ghana Commercial Bank, Universal Merchant Bank, Agricultural Development Bank, Zenith Bank, HFC Bank, Ecobank, Fidelity Bank, Unibank, Universal Merchant Bank, and also at MTN Offices (MTN Mobile Money)


Applicants with visa cards ( both Ghanaian and foreign) can buy eVouchers online (http://vouchers.transflowmerchant.com/merchants.php?op=1&id=013)


Applicants should follow carefully the instructions on the voucher when completing the online application form.


TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM:

i. Enter the PIN and Serial Number from your application voucher
ii. Scan and upload your passport picture.
iii. Complete the form Online
iv. Applicants should ensure that they click on the 'SAVE' button at the end of the applications.
v. Submit the form.


PLEASE NOTE:

i. You do not need to complete the form at one sitting; you can return to your partially completed application by logging in to the system using the PIN and Serial Number from your application voucher.

ii. Postgraduate students should scan and upload results slip as well as any supporting documents. ( Your application will not be considered until we have received all the required documents)

iii. Applicants are advised to check thoroughly all details entered before finally submitting their online applications.

NB: A FORM ONCE SUBMITTED CAN ONLY BE VIEWED BUT CANNOT BE EDITED.

Ghanaian Applicants: Visit the links below to apply

1 . Undergraduate     http://admissions.mucg.edu.gh/bach

2. Postgraduate        http://admissions.mucg.edu.gh/grad

FOREIGN APPLICANTS Methodist University College Ghana application e-vouchers  can be obtained by foriegn applicants  for GH¢240.00 if  within Ghana and $120 if outside Ghana at the following  banks:  First Capital Plus Bank, Ghana Commercial Bank,  Universal Merchant Bank, Agricultural Development Bank, Zenith Bank,  HFC Bank, Ecobank, Fidelity Bank,  Unibank, Universal Merchant Bank, and also at   MTN Offices (MTN Mobile Money) Applicants with visa cards ( both Ghanaian and foreign)  can buy eVouchers online  (http://vouchers.transflowmerchant.com/merchants.php?op=1&id=013)  Applicants should follow carefully the instructions  on the voucher when completing the online application form. Foreign Applicants: Visit the link below to apply http://admissions.mucg.edu.gh/fs/

Presbyterian University College, Ghana Visits Presbytery Conferences

As parts of the strategies rolled out by the University to effectively market and widen the visibility status of the Presbyterian University College, Ghana (PUCG) within the country in order to increase student population for the growth of the university, it was the decision of the University to visit the various Presbyteries during their Annual Conference this year.

In all, Thirteen (13) Presbyteries were visited, namely Western, Brong Ahafo, Northern, West Brong, Asante, Sekyere, Ga, Kwahu, Volta, Akyem Abuakwa, Asante Akyem, West Akyem and Akuapem Presbyteries respectively. The various outreach teams were received and hosted warmly by all Presbyteries and offered them the platform to inform them about PUCG and interact with its members.

Among the main reasons for the visit was to reiterate the fact that the PUCG remains the property of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG) and thus, the need to strengthen the relationship between the Church and the University in all spheres. Again, the University used the platform to appeal to the various Presbyteries, Groups and Individuals to come and invest in the University by putting up facilities such as Hostels, Lecture Rooms, Administration Blocks, just to mention. Furthermore, as part of measures to acquire a University Chatter, there was an appeal to the Presbyteries to encourage highly motivated qualified professionals within the Church ranging from Professors, Associate Professors, and Senior Lectures to apply and work in PUCG to uplift the status of the University. There was also a general plea to the Presbyteries to encourage their congregations to enroll their wards in PUCG and make it the Preferred Choice.

It is the expectation of the University that, the visit would be an effective channel to attract more investors and prospective students through the Church in diverse ways and attract highly skilled professionals within the Church to join the hard working PUCG team for the total development of the University. The opportunity gave us a forum to deliberate on serious matters affecting the growth of our University. It is our hope that this is going to be a yearly affair, where we will be able to update Chairpersons and Presbyteries on development in PUCG.

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Rev Kofi Antwi

(PRO – PUCG)

University of Development Studies - UNDERGRADUATE COURSES - WA CAMPUS

a. FACULTY OF INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (FIDS)

• 4-Year BA (Integrated Development Studies )
• 4-Year BA (Integrated Development Studies with Environment and Resources Management Option)
• 4-Year BA (Integrated Development Studies with Economics and Entrepreneurship Development Option)
• 4-Year BA (Integrated Development Studies with Development Communication Option)
• 4-Year BA (Integrated Development Studies with Development Administration Option)
• 2-Year Diploma in Integrated Community Development (DICD)

 b. FACULTY OF PLANNING AND LAND MANAGEMENT (FPLM)

Degree Programmes

• 4-Year BA (Integrated Community Development (ICD))
• 4-Year BSc (Planning)
• 4-Year BSc (Real Estate)
• 4-Year BSc (Development Management)
• 4-Year BSc (Land Management)

Diploma Programme

• 2-Year Diploma in Development Management

NB:

To be eligible for admission into the BA (Integrated Community Development) programme, candidates must have, in addition to the core subjects’ requirements; credit passes (A1 to C6) in three elective subjects from either General Arts or Business Programmes.

For BSc (Planning), candidates must have credit passes(A1 to C6) in English Language, Mathematics(Core), Integrated Science (not Social Studies), plus either all subjects in category A, or any two subjects from category A and one subject from Category B below:

Category A	Category B
Geography	Religious Studies
Economics	Business Mathematics and Costing
Government/History	Accounting
Mathematics (Elective)	Business Management
	English Literature/French

Candidates seeking admission to read BSc (Real Estate) programme must have credit passes in English Language, Mathematics(core), Integrated Science, Economics, and any two subjects from category A or one subject from category A and one subject from category B below:

Category A	Category B
Geography	Business Mathematics
Mathematics (Elective)	Costing
Government/History	Accounting
	Business Management

c. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND LAW (SBL)

Degree Programmes

• 4-Year BA (Integrated Business Studies)
• 4-Year BSc. Accounting
• 4-Year BSc. Accounting with Finance
• 4-Year Bachelor of Commerce

1. To be eligible for admission into the BCom (Bachelor of Commerce) programme, candidates must have strong background in Mathematics, preferably credit passes in Elective Mathematics or at least grade B3 or better in Core Mathematics. In addition to the core subjects’ requirements; credit passes (A1 to C6) in three elective subjects from either General Arts including either Economics or Elective Mathematics or Business Programmes.
2. For BSc (Accounting, and Accounting and Finance) programme, candidates must have strong background in accounting, in addition to the core subjects’ requirements; credit passes (A1 to C6) in three (3) elective subjects from Business Programmes.
3. For BA (Integrated Business Studies) programmes, candidates must have, in addition to the core subjects’ requirements, credit passes in three (3) elective subjects from either General Arts including Economics or Business Programmes

Diploma Programmes

• 2-Year Diploma in Integrated Business Studies

University of Development Studies - UNDERGRADUATE COURSES - TAMALE CAMPUS

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES (SMHS)

• 7-Year MBChB (Medicine) (This programme is for only SSSCE/WASSCE candidates.)
• 6-year Medicine (PBL 1) (This programme is for only holders of first degrees in science-based programmes. They should have obtained a First Class or Second Class (Upper Division)).
• 4-Year BSc (Community Nutrition) (This is a science-based programme for SSSCE and WASSCE holders).
• 4-Year BSc (Nursing) (for SSSCE /WASSCE holders) Candidates with business subjects are advised not to apply for Nursing.
• 4-Year BSc (Midwifery) (for SSSCE /WASSCE holders) Candidates with business subjects are advised not to apply.
  
• 2/3-Year BSc (Nursing) (for SRN / RGN(Diploma) holders)
• 2-Year BSc (Midwifery) (for holders of Diploma in Midwifery). Holders of Diploma in Midwifery would be required to pass an examination to be conducted by the University scheduled for Wednesday, 8th July, 2015 at the Tamale Campus.

• 3-Year BSc (Nurse Practitioner) (For only Holders of Diploma in Nursing certificates). (SSSCE/WASSCE holders are advised not to apply for this programme.)
• 2/3-Year BSc (Nurse Anaesthesia) (For only RGN(Diploma), RGN(BSc Nursing), or Advanced Diploma in Nurse Anaesthesia). There will be interviews for all candidates (both SSSCE/WASSCE and Diploma Holders) scheduled for Thursday, 9th July, 2015 at the Tamale Campus.

• 6-Year Doctor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS.D)

Admission / Entry Requirement

Applicants to the 6-Year Doctor of Medical Laboratory Science (MLS.D) degree must have either

a) Credit in the THREE WASSCE/SSCE core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and integrated Science plus credits in THREE WASSCE electives: Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics) and must pass an assessment examination and interview

OR

b) Graduates of allied disciplines such as Biochemistry, Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology etc. and candidates with GCE ‘A’ level with minimum of credit passes in Biology, Chemistry and Physics in addition to the above 5 “O" level 5 credit passes including Mathematics, English in maximum of 2 sittings, may enter the Programme in Year Two after passing an assessment examination and interview

OR

c) Holders of Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certificate/diploma and HND in Science Laboratory Technology that have at least 6 WASSCE/SSCE passes as in a) above may enter the Programme in Year Two after passing an assessment examination and interview.

d) Top-Up Programme for 2-Years into MLS.D (Fee Paying only)

Graduates with Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science or B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Science may enter the Programme in Year 5 (2 years duration) after passing an assessment examination and interview.

FACULTY OF EDUCATION (FOE)

The Faculty of Education is admitting suitably qualified persons into a fulltime and/or a top-up Bachelor of Education programmes in the following courses

• 4-Year BA (Development Education) – Tamale Campus
• 4-Year B.Ed in Basic Education – Tamale Campus
• 4-Year B.Ed (Social Science) – Wa Campus
• 4-Year B.Ed (Business Studies) – Wa Campus
• 4-Year B.Ed in Early Childhood Care and Education. This is a full time programme for SSSCE /WASSCE holders – Tamale Campus
• 4-Year B.Ed (Science) – Navrongo Campus
• 4-Year B.Ed (Mathematics) - Navrongo Campus
• 4-Year B.Ed (Agriculture)- Nyankpala Campus
• 2-Year B.Ed in Basic Education. This is a Post Diploma degree programme for holders of Diploma in Basic Education. The programme will be run as a top-up on weekends for workers – Tamale Campus

Diploma Programme

• 2-Year Diploma in Development Education

University of Development Studies - UNDERGRADUATE COURSES - NYANKPALA CAMPUS

a. FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE (FOA)

• 4-Year BSc Agriculture Technology (Agricultural Mechanization & Irrigation Technology, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics & Extension, Animal Science, Horticulture and Biotechnology)
• 4-Year BSc (Family & Consumer Sciences)
• 4-Year BSc Veterinary Nursing
• 4-Year BSc Food Processing Technology
• 4-Year BSc Biotechnology and Molecular Biology

b. FACULTY OF RENEWABLE NATURAL RESOURCES (FRNR)

• 4-Year BSc Renewable Natural Resources (Forest & Forest Resources Management; Range & Wildlife Management; Ecotourism & Environmental Management; and Fisheries & Aquatic Resource Management)

c. FACULTY OF AGRIBUSINESS AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES (FACS)

• 4-Year BSc Agribusiness (Agricultural & Resource Economics, Agribusiness Management & Finance, Agricultural Extension, Rural Development & Gender Studies, Climate Change and Food Security) This is purely a programme for science-based SSCE/WASSCE holders and non-science-based applicants with credit passes in Elective Mathematics, Economics and Agricultural Science
• 4-Year BSc Social Change Communication (This is a non science-based programme for non science-based SSSCE/WASSCE holders but Science-based students are also eligible to apply)

University of Development Studies - UNDERGRADUATE COURSES - NAVRONGO CAMPUS

a. FACULTY OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES (FMS)

• 4-Year BSc (Actuarial Science)
• 4-Year BSc (Computer Science)
• 4-Year BSc (Financial Mathematics)
• 4-Year BSc (Mathematical Science (Mathematics Option))
• 4-Year BSc (Mathematical Science (Statistics Option))
• 4-Year BSc (Mathematics-With-Economics)
• 4-Year BSc (Accounting-With-Computing)
• 4-Year BSc (Information Technology) – Regular and Sandwich

Diploma Programmes

• 2-Year Diploma in Statistics
• 2-Year Diploma in Computer Science

Bridging Science Programme

• Candidates may apply for a six-week bringing programme to prepare them for admission into the University’s Mathematics and Science-based degree programmes at the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences, Navrongo Campus.
• Only those candidates (WASSCE holders) who have aggregate 36 or better - Credit Passes (A1 to C6 only) in the three core and three elective subjects but with weak performance in Elective Mathematics will be considered (i.e. Either Grade D7 or E8 )
• Preference will be given to female students from disadvantaged schools.

It is a residential fee-paying programme at the Navrongo Campus of UDS which will start before the beginning of the 2015/2016 Academic Year.

b. FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES (FAS)

• 4-Year BSc (Applied Biology)
• 4-Year BSc (Applied Chemistry)
• 4-Year BSc (Biochemistry)
• 4-Year BSc (Applied Physics)
• 4-Year BSc (Earth Science)
• 4-Year BSc (Environmental Science)

NB:

To be eligible for admission into the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences (FMS), successful candidates are expected to have at least a grade C6 in Mathematics (Elective). Students admitted into the Faculty of Applied Sciences (FAS) may be allowed to join the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences (FMS) at level 200, subject to first year performance in the pre-requisite subject areas.

Candidates seeking transfer from Faculty of Mathematical Sciences (FMS) to Faculty of Applied Sciences (FAS) at level 200 must meet requirements in the latter before any switch will be allowed.

University for Development Studies - Graduate Admissions for 2015 / 2016 Academic Year

Postgraduate Sandwich Application Closes:  30th April, 2015.

Full-time Postgraduate Applications Closes: 31st May, 2015.

Application forms for admission to graduate programmes in the Graduate School of the University for Development Studies (UDS) will be available online at uds.edu.gh from Monday, December 22, 2014 for first and second degree holders from recognised institutions.

The following graduate programmes (Sandwich/Regular) are currently being offered by the University for the 2015/2016 academic year:

A. SANDWICH PROGRAMMES

WA CAMPUS:

1. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND LAW

• Master of Commerce (Options: Banking and Finance, Accounting, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, and Human Resource Management)
• M.Sc. in Accounting
• MA in Management Studies
• MA in Leadership and Development
• MA in Business Planning and Microfinance Management

2. FACULTY OF INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

• M.Phil.in Development Studies
• MA in Social Administration
• MA in Environment and Resource Management
• MA in Development Economics
• MA in Peace and Development Studies
• MA in Development Communication

3. FACULTY OF PLANNING AND LAND MANAGEMENT

• M.Sc. in Development Management
• M.Sc. in Strategic Planning and Management
• MA in Community Development

CHOGGU-TAMALE CAMPUS:

4. FACULTY OF EDUCATION/ICEIR

• Postgraduate Diploma in Education
• M.Ed in Training and Development
• M.Ed. in Agriculture
• MA in Development Education
• M.A. in Non-Governmental Organisation Management and Rural Development

5. SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES

• MSc./M.Phil. in Community Health and Development (Modular)

The programme comprises 13 modules (10 taught courses, field analysis, dissertation and one module of field attachment. All the modules are compulsory and there is an examination at the end of each module. Field visits are also part of most of the taught modules. Module 11 has elective courses.

A student may take all the modules continuously or break the modules to his convenience. He/she will then have to take the modules with another year group or when a re-take is being organized. When a student completes all the modules and has done a dissertation of 20,000 words, he/she is awarded an M.Sc. Where a student is pursuing an M.Phil., he/she would have to spend six months or more working on a thesis of 40,000 words. An M.Sc. would last 16 months and an M.Phil. 18 months when taken continuously. The maximum duration allowable for students taking the modules intermittently either for M.Sc. or M.Phil. is three years. Selection into the M.Phil. also depends on an average score of B+. Where a student is unable to finish his studies by the end of the stipulated period, the student will have to apply for extension and register with the new fees.

NYANKPALA CAMPUS:

6. FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

• M.Phil. in Horticulture (options: Postharvest Physiology, Postharvest Technology, Olericulture, Pomology, Seed Technology, Landscape Design and Floriculture).

7. FACULTY OF AGRIBUSINESS AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES

• MSc/MPhil Agricultural Economics

Entry Requirements
All applicants to our full-time and sandwich graduate programmes are required to pass a written examination and selection interview to be conducted by the Department.

Minimum admission requirements

To be considered for admission into the MSc. / MPhil.Sandwich programme, applicants should hold an honours Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Lower division in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Mathematics (with Economics) or a related field from a recognised university.

To assist in identifying a suitable dissertation supervisor, applicants should submit a short statement of research interests to help the Department’s Graduate Advisory Committee to locate same before the student is registered for the course.

NAVRONGO CAMPUS:

8. FACULTY OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES/ICEIR

• Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics
• Postgraduate Diploma in Data Management
• Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science
• M.A. in Environmental Security and Livelihood Change

B. FULL-TIME PROGRAMMES

NYANKPALA CAMPUS:

1. FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Post Harvest Technology
• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Soil &Water Conservation & Management
• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Animal Science (Options: Meat Science, Nutrition, Breeding and Genetics, & Production)
• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Biotechnology
• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Crop Science (options: Agronomy, Crop Physiology, Crop Protection, Plant Pathology, & Weed Science)
• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Horticulture (options: Postharvest Physiology, Postharvest Technology, Olericulture, Pomology, Seed Technology, Landscape Design and Floriculture).

2. FACULTY OF AGRIBUSINESS AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES

• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Innovation Communication
• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics

WA CAMPUS:

3. FACULTY OF PLANNING AND LAND MANAGEMENT

• M.Phil. in Development Management

4. FACULTY OF INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

• M.Phil. in Development Studies
• M.Phil./Ph.D. in Social Administration
• M.Phil. in Environment and Resource Management

NAVRONGO CAMPUS:

5. FACULTY OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES

• M.Sc./Ph.D. in Applied Statistics
• M.Sc./Ph.D. in Mathematics/Computational Mathematics
• M.Sc./Ph.D. in Biometry

6. FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

• M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

General entry requirements

All applicants to our full-time and sandwich graduate programmes are required to pass a selection interview to be conducted by the University.

Applicants applying for research related programmes (M.Sc. by research/M.Phil./Ph.D.) should include a short research proposal.

The minimum requirements for admission are:

For PG.D./M.A./M.Sc./M.Phil . programmes:

• A Bachelor’s degree from any approved / recognized University or Institution with a minimum of Second Class (Lower division). Candidates with Third Class or Pass are advised not to apply.

For PhD programmes:

• An M.Phil./M.Sc. by research degree from any approved / recognized University or Institution.

MODE OF APPLICATION

All Ghanaian and foreign applicants for the 2015/2016 academic year admissions are required to use the UDS online application portal. The procedure for the online application process is as follows:

i. Make a payment of GHS 200.00 (Two Hundred Ghana Cedis) in the case of Ghanaian applicants, for the UDS E-Voucher at any Zenith Bank, Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), GCB Bank, and Ecobank branches throughout the country and USD 150.00 (One Hundred and Fifty United States Dollars), for Foreign applicants, for the UDS E-Voucher at any Ecobank branches throughout the country.

ii. The E-Voucher contains the Pin, and Serial Number required in completing the online form.

iii. Access the online form by visiting our online admissions portal at www.uds.edu.gh/apply soon after payment.

iv. In completing the online form, students will be required to upload their passport size photographs and certificates

v. A completed form is not considered until it is SUBMITTED

vi. Applicants are advised to check thoroughly all details entered before finally submitting their online applications. A form, once submitted, can be viewed, but cannot be edited.

vii. Applicants must print out three copies of the application summary; attach results slips,certificates and all other relevant documents to each form.Three reference letters are also required (at least, two of the referees should be familiar with applicants’ academic work).

viii. Candidates are strongly advised to visit any EMS Office in the Country for assistance towards the return of the application documents (see vii). Applicants are advised not to post the forms themselves. They should seek the advice and services of Ghana Post EMS.

ix. The application documents as specified in (vii) above should be addressed to:

The Senior Assistant Registrar

Academic & Students’ Affairs

University for Development Studies

P.O Box TL 1350

Tamale

Closing Date

The deadline for submission of Postgraduate Sandwich Applications has been extended to 30th April, 2015.

The deadline for submission of Full-time Postgraduate Applications has extended to 31st May, 2015.

Enquiries

For further enquiries, contact UDS Graduate School by email: graduateschool@uds.edu.gh, or Academic Affairs: please contact us through the following number (during working hours):

0372098360 (+233-3720-98360) or send an email to: academicaffairs@uds.edu.gh