TABLE OF CONTENTS THE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST 7 FIRST DEGREE PROGRAMMES POST-SSSCE/WASSCE CANDIDATES 9 Basic Entry Requirements 9

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1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Title Page THE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST 7 FIRST DEGREE PROGRAMMES 9 1. POST-SSSCE/WASSCE CANDIDATES 9 Basic Entry Requirements 9 FACULTY OF ARTS 9 B.A. (Arts) 9 B.A. (African Studies) 9 B.A. (Theatre Studies) 10 B.Mus. 10 B.A. (Mass Communication) 11 FACULTY OF EDUCATION 12 B.Ed. (Basic Education) 12 B.Ed. (Early Childhood Education) 12 B.Sc. (Psychology) 12 B.Ed. (Management) 13 B.Ed. (Physical Education) 13 B.Ed. (Social Sciences) 14 B.Ed. (Social Studies) 14 B.Ed. (Arts) 14 B.Ed. (Mathematics) 15 B.Ed. (Science) 15 B.Ed. (Computer Science) 15 B.Ed. (Home Economics) 15 B.Ed. (Health Sciences) 16 1

2 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES 17 B.A. (Social Sciences) 17 B.Sc. (Hospitality Management) 17 B.Sc. (Tourism Management) 17 B.A. (Population & Health) 17 B.A. (Anthropology) 18 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS 19 Bachelor of Commerce 19 Bachelor of Management Studies 19 SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 20 B.Sc. (Environmental Science) 20 B.Sc. (Molecular Biology & Biotechnology) 20 B.Sc. (Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences) 20 B.Sc. (Entomology & Wildlife) 20 B.Sc. (Human Biology) 20 B.Sc. (Biochemistry) 20 B.Sc. (Nursing) 20 SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES 21 B.Sc. (Chemistry) 21 B.Sc. (Water & Sanitation) 21 B.Sc. (Industrial Chemistry) 21 B.Sc. (Mathematics) 21 B.Sc. (Statistics) 21 B.Sc. (Mathematics and Statistics) 21 B.Sc. (Mathematics with Economics) 22 B.Sc. (Mathematics with Business) 22 B.Sc. (Actuarial Science) 23 B.Sc. (Physics) 23 B.Sc. (Engineering Physics) 23 B.Sc. (Computer Science) 23 B.Sc. (Information Technology) 24 2

3 B.Sc. (Laboratory Technology) 24 B.Sc. (Medical Laboratory Technology) 24 Doctor of Optometry 24 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE 25 B.Sc. (Agriculture) 25 SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES 26 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB, Ch B) POST-DIPLOMA CANDIDATES 27 Basic Entry Requirements 27 FACULTY OF ARTS 28 Bachelor of Arts 28 FACULTY OF EDUCATION 29 B.Ed. (Mathematics) 29 B.Ed. (Science) 29 B.Ed. (Physical Education) 29 B.Ed. (Basic Education) 29 B.Ed. (Home Economics) 29 B.Ed. (Basic Education) Evening Classes 29 SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES 31 B.Sc. (Laboratory Technology) 31 B.Sc. (Statistics) 31 SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 32 B.Sc. (Nursing) 32 3

4 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES 33 B.Sc. (Hospitality Management) 33 B.Sc. (Tourism Management) 33 B.A. (Social Sciences) 34 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS 35 Bachelor of Commerce 35 Bachelor of Management Studies 36 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE 37 B.Sc. (Agriculture) 37 B.Sc. (Animal Health) 37 B.Sc. (Agricultural Extension) MATURE CANDIDATES ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS 40 FACULTY OF ARTS 41 B.A. (Arts)/B. Mus. 41 B.A. (African Studies) 41 FACULTY OF EDUCATION 42 B.Ed. (Physical Education) 42 B.Ed. (Home Economics) 42 B.Ed. (Science) 43 B.Ed. (Mathematics) 43 B.Ed. (Social Studies) 43 B.Ed. (Social Sciences) 43 B.Ed. (Arts) 44 B.Ed. (Management) 44 B.Sc. (Psychology) 44 B.Ed. (Basic Education) 44 B.Ed. (Early Childhood Education) 45 4

5 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES 46 B.A. (Social Sciences) 46 B.Sc. (Tourism Management) 46 B.A. (Population & Health) 46 B.Sc. (Hospitality Management) SCHOOL OF BUSINESS 47 Bachelor of Commerce 47 Bachelor of Management Studies DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES 48 Diploma in Health Sciences Education 48 Proficiency Course in English for Francophone Students (One Year) 49 GENERAL INFORMATION TO APPLICANTS 50 Equivalencies of the SSSCE/WASSCE Grading System 50 Information for Fee-Paying Applicants 50 Instructions on Completion of Application Forms 50 Instructions on Submission of Application Forms 52 Information on Mature Candidates Entrance Examination 53 Programmes Available for 2011/2012 Academic Year and their Code Numbers 53 5

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7 THE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST Location: The UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST, GHANA, is one of the rare sea-front Universities in the World. Its main entrance is only about 50 meters from the Atlantic Ocean. It is strategically located along the shores of the Gulf of Guinea, midway between the famous Cape Coast Castle, the first seat of the British Government until 1879 and the Elmina Castle, the first point of call of the first European merchants to the Gold Coast in Mission: The University was established in 1962 originally to train graduate professional teachers for Ghana's second cycle institutions as well as the Ministry of Education. Today, in addition to the above, the University offers a wide range of academic programmes in the Arts, Education, Social Sciences, Sciences, Business, Agriculture and Medicine. Vision: The vision of the University is to become a Centre of Excellence in Africa and the world for human resource and entrepreneurship development in education and related sectors. Academic Programmes: The academic programmes of the University are vested in its eight Faculties/Schools. The Faculties of Arts, Education, Social Sciences and the Schools of Agriculture, Business, Physical, Biological and Medical Sciences. The Faculties/Schools are each headed by a Dean and are sub-divided into 42 Academic Departments, Institutes and Centres. There are also an Academic Quality Assurance Unit (AQAU) and a Professional Counselling Centre. The Departments also offer academic counselling to students. All together, over 50 academic programmes are mounted each year at the Diploma, Bachelor, Master's and Doctorate levels. Library Facilities: The University has an ultra-modern library complex. It has capacity for stocking about 750,000 volumes as well as a seating capacity for 2000 readers. In addition to the and Internet, the Library also has an Inter-Library Loan and Document Delivery facility (ILL/DD). Student Enrolment: Student enrolment is about 17,000 and includes foreign students. 7

8 Halls of Residence: Currently, the University has limited accommodation in six halls of residence namely, Adehye (all females), Casely-Hayford (all males), Oguaa, Atlantic, Valco and the Kwame Nkrumah Hall (all mixed). Medical Services: There is a University Health Services which is headed by a Director of Health Services. Currently, the hospital has a 33-bed capacity with an Out-Patient Department (OPD) capable of attending to over 300 patients daily. There is also an Environmental Health Services Unit which deals with general sanitation on the campus. Places of Interest: In addition to a lovely beach along the Atlantic ocean whose waves thunder intermittently, showers and music across the verdant campus, there are also the following places of interest. UCC BOTANICAL GARDENS UCC FOREST RESERVE UCC TECHNOLOGY VILLAGE THE KAKUM CANOPY WALKWAY THE KAKUM NATIONAL PARK THE CAPE COAST CASTLE THE ELMINA CASTLE The Brochure: The information in this brochure is to help applicants understand how the Faculties are structured and the programmes they offer. The brochure provides the detailed break-down of subject requirements, subject combinations and most importantly the basic entry grades required at the Faculty as well as the minimum requirements for programmes at the departmental level. The booklet, therefore, is to help applicants in the selection of programmes in the University. Enquires: For all enquires about the University and its programmes of study, please contact the REGISTRAR, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana. Tel. : /3 Ext. 247/ Fax : uccacademic@yahoo.com 8

9 FIRST DEGREE PROGRAMMES POST-SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CANDIDATES BASIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: The Minimum Admission Requirement into the University of Cape Coast for WASSCE applicants is aggregate 36. For SSSCE applicants, the minimun requirement is aggregate 24. Candidates must have passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE level respectively Three of the six subjects must be core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies and three must be in relevant electives. For purposes of admission, a pass in (i) WASSCE means Grade: A1 C6. (ii) SSSCE means Grade: A D. In addition to the above, candidates must satisfy requirements as indicated below: FACULTY OF ARTS (A) B.A. (ARTS) i. Candidates must have passes in at least two (2) elective Arts subjects: French, Literature in English, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga), Music, Religious Studies, Government/History. ii. Applicants to be admitted to read French as part of their degree programme must have a pass in French not below grade C6. 9

10 (B) B.A. (AFRICAN STUDIES) i. Applicants to be admitted to B.A. (African Studies) programme must have passes in at least two (2) of the following elective subjects with grades not lower than C6: French, History, Literature in English, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga), Religious Studies, Government, Economics, Geography. ii iii iv Applicants who intend to read B.A. (African Studies) and major in African Music (Ethnomusicology) must have in addition to B (i). Associated Board of the ROYAL SCHOOL OF MUSIC (ABRSM) grade 1-4 OR A flair for Music and the ability to read and notate simple melodies and rhythmic patterns to be assessed by pre-admission test. (C) B.A. (THEATRE STUDIES) i. Candidates must have passes in at least two Elective Arts subjects: Literature in English, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga), Music, Religious Studies, History/Government. ii. (D) Applicants who intend to read B.A. (Theatre Studies) as their major subject must have a good pass (not below C6) in Literature in English at the WASSCE. BACHELOR OF MUSIC i. Candidates must have passes in Music and any two (2) of the following Elective Arts Subjects History, Government, Literature in English, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga), Religious Studies. ii Associated Board of the ROYAL SCHOOL OF MUSIC (ABRSM) Grade 1-4 OR 10

11 iii iv. A flair for music and the ability to read and notate simple melodies and rhythmic patterns to be assessed by pre-admission test. The Department of Music would interview all prospective music major students as well as those who may wish to combine music with other subjects. At the interview, candidates will be expected to demonstrate proficiency on their chosen instruments. Candidates are expected to bring their own instruments to the interview. Applicants who wish to study Music but have not passed music at WASSCE Level will write an Entrance Examination provided they satisfy the basic University Entry Requirements. The Entrance Examination date will be the same for the Mature Students Examination. (E) i ii B.A. (MASS COMMUNICATION) Candidates must have passes in at least two (2) elective Arts subjects; French, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga), Literature in English, Religious Studies, Government/History. Applicants to be admitted to read B.A. (Mass Communication) must have a pass in Literature in English not below grade C5. 11

12 FACULTY OF EDUCATION B.Ed. (BASIC EDUCATION) Candidates must have passes in Core Mathematics, Core English, Integrated Science and Social Studies In addition, candidates must have passes in three (3) elective subjects selected from category a, b, or c. (a) (b) (c) Literature in English, Ghanaian Language (Akan/ Ewe/ Ga), Religious Studies, History, French Elective Mathematics, Geography, Economics Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology B.Ed. (EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION) Candidates must have passes in the following core subjects: Core Mathematics, Core English, Integrated Science and Social Studies In addition, candidates must have passes in three (3) elective subjects selected from category a, b or c. a) Literature in English, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga), Religious Studies, History, French b) Elective Mathematics, Geography, Economics c) Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology B.Sc. (PSYCHOLOGY) Candidates must have good passes in the following Core Subjects: English, Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. 12

13 In addition, candidates must have good passes in three (3) elective subjects with an aggregate of 36 or better in any of the following elective areas: Science, Business or General Arts. B.Ed. (MANAGEMENT) Candidates must have good passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. In addition, candidates must have good passes in three (3) elective subjects under Accounting/Secretarial options namely; Accounting, Business Management, Economics, Clerical Office Duties, Typing and Principles of Costing A good pass in Literature in English will be an advantage. B.Ed. (PHYSICAL EDUCATION) Candidates must possess six (6) subjects including Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies with overall aggregate of 36. Candidates would be subjected to the following practical examinations and assessments. i. Motor Educability Test ii. Cardiovascular Endurance Test iii. A Selected game N.B.: Selection of candidates for admission will depend largely on a candidate's performance in the practical examinations. The date for the practical examinations for B.Ed. (PHYSICAL EDUCATION) candidates would be announced later. 13

14 B.Ed. (SOCIAL SCIENCES) Candidates must have good passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. The elective passes should include any three (3) of the following subjects: Economics, Geography, History, Accounting, Business Management, Elective Mathematics, Principles of Costing. The following are the various combinations: Accounting/Management Accounting/Economics Economics/Management Economics/Geography B.Ed. (SOCIAL STUDIES) Candidates must have passes in Geography and any two (2) of the following elective subjects: Economics, History/Government. B.Ed. (ARTS) Candidates must have good passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. The elective passes should include any three (3) of the following subjects: Literature in English, French, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga), History, Religious Studies and Music. The following are the various combinations English/French English/Ghanaian Language English/Religious Studies English/Music English/History French/Ghanaian Language French/Religious Studies French/Music 14

15 French/History Ghanaian Language/Religious Studies Ghanaian Language/Music Ghanaian Language/History History/Religious Studies History/Music Music/Religious Studies B.Ed. (MATHEMATICS) Candidates with good passes (grade C6 or better) in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. Candidates must pass Elective Mathematics plus any two (2) of the following elective subjects: Economics, Geography, Physics and Chemistry. B.Ed. (SCIENCE) or B.Ed (COMPUTER SCIENCE) Candidates with good passes (grade C6 or better) in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies plus any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. B.Ed. (HOME ECONOMICS) a) Passes in Core English, Core Mathematics Integrated Science and Social Studies b) Passes in Management in Living and any two (2) other elective subjects relevant to the preferred option. For Clothing and Textiles Option, the appropriate electives are: Clothing and Textiles (compulsory), Art, Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Economics. For Foods and Nutrition Option, the appropriate electives are: Foods and Nutrition (compulsory), Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Economics, French and Art. 15

16 B.Ed. (HEALTH SCIENCES) i. Candidates must possess GCE 'O' Level credit passes (grade 6 or better) in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics and General Science. Passes at the GCE 'A' Level will be an advantage. Or ii. SSS candidates with good passes in core subjects including Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science. In addition to i or ii, applicants must hold a three-year Diploma awarded by an accredited Health Training Institution in any of the following areas: General Nursing, Community Health, Psychiatry, Midwifery, Nutrition, Disease Control, Environmental Health. All candidates must have a minimum of three (3) years working experience (excluding rotation for nurses). OR iii. Candidates with three-year certificate (eg. SRN, Disease Control, Nutrition etc.) obtatined from accredited Health Training Institutions and have worked for not less than 6 years without break of service. Applicants should include certified copies of their academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA. 16

17 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES (i) B.A. (SOCIAL SCIENCES) Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. In addition, candidates must have passes in three (3) elective subjects including two (2) of the following: Economics, Government/History, Geography, and Elective Mathematics. (ii) B.Sc. (HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT) Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics Integrated Science and Social Studies In addition, candidates must have passes in any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Geography, Economics, Government/ History, Introduction to Business Management, Elective Mathematics, Management in Living and Food and Nutrition. (iii) B.Sc. (TOURISM MANAGEMENT) Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics Integrated Science and Social Studies. In addition, candidates must have passes in any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Geography, Economics, Government/ History, Introduction to Business Management and Elective Mathematics. (iv) B.A. (POPULATION AND HEALTH) Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics Integrated Science and Social Studies. 17

18 In addition, candidates must have passes in any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Geography, Economics, Government, History, Introduction to Business Management and Elective Mathematics. (v) B.A. (ANTHROPOLOGY) Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. In addition, candidates must have passes in two (2) of the following elective subjects: Economics, Geography, Elective Mathematics, Government/History. 18

19 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS i. BACHELOR OF COMMERCE Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics Integrated Science and Social Studies. Candidates must also have passes in three (3) elective subjects under Accounting option subjects. Financial Accounting plus any two (2) of the following subjects: Business Management, Principles of Costing, Economics and Elective Mathematics. ii. BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics Integrated Science and Social Studies. Candidates must also have passes in three (3) elective subjects under Accounting/Secretarial option subjects. i.e. Financial Accounting, Business Management, Principles of Costing, Economics, Elective Mathematics and Clerical Office Duties. 19

20 SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Entry Requirements leading to Bachelor of Science degrees in: 1. B.Sc. (Environmental Sciences) 2. B.Sc. (Molecular Biology and Biotechnology) 3. B.Sc. (Fisheries and Aquatic Science) 4. B.Sc. (Entomology and Wildlife) 5. B.Sc. (Human Biology) 6. B.Sc. (Biochemistry)* 7. B.Sc. (Nursing)* Candidates must obtain a) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. b) passes in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics with grades not lower than C6 in Biology and one other elective science subject. c) an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. NOTE: Students will be selected into these programmes at the beginning of level 300 except Biochemistry and Nursing Students. B.Sc. (NURSING) i. Candidates must have passes in all core subjects including English, Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies ii. In addition, candidates must have obtained good aggregates in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Elective Mathematics. 20

21 SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (CHEMISTRY) B.Sc. (WATER & SANITATION) B.Sc. (INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies passes in Chemistry and any two of the following elective subjects: Physics, Mathematics and Biology, and an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. B.Sc. (MATHEMATICS) B.Sc. (STATISTICS) B.Sc. (MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS) Candidates must obtain (a) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies (b) passes in Elective Mathematics and any two of the following elective subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Economics: and (c ) an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. 21

22 B.Sc. (MATHEMATICS WITH ECONOMICS) B.Sc. (MATHEMATICS WITH BUSINESS) Candidates must obtain (a) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies (b) passes in Elective Mathematics, Economics and any one of the following elective subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Business Management, Principles of Costing and Accounting; and (c) an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. B. Sc. (ACTUARIAL SCIENCE) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies; passes in Elective Mathematics and any two of the following elective subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Business Management, Principles of Costing and Accounting; and an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. 22

23 B. Sc. (PHYSICS) B. Sc. (ENGINEERING PHYSICS) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies passes in Physics, Chemistry and Elective Mathematics; and an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. B. Sc. (COMPUTER SCIENCE) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies passes in Elective Mathematics, Physics and any one Elective subject; and an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. B.Sc. (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies passes in Elective Mathematics and any other two elective subjects; and an overall aggregate of 36 or better in core and elective subjects. 23

24 B.Sc. (LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY) B.Sc. (MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies passes in Chemistry, Physics and any one of the following elective subjects: Biology, Elective Mathematics and General Agriculture; and an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY* Candidates must obtain (a) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies (b) (c) passes in Chemistry, Physics and either Biology or Elective Mathematics; and an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects. * This is a six-year programme. 24

25 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE B.Sc. (AGRICULTURE) i. Candidates must have passes in the following core subjects: English, Mathematics, Integrated Science and Social Studies. ii. In addition to the above, candidates must have passes in three (3) elective subjects under options 1 and 2 below: OPTION 1: General Agriculture, Chemistry, Physics/Elective Mathematics. OPTION 2: Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Elective Mathematics. 25

26 SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB, Ch B) i. Candidates must have passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science. ii. In addition to the above, candidates must have obtained good passes in three of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Elective Mathematics. iii. Applicants who satisfy the above requirements must have a total aggregate of 08 or better in six subjects (3 Core and 3 Electives) to qualify for shortlisting. iv. Applicants will be required to attend an interview. v. Applicants who are applying into the School of Medical Sciences should note that the programme is strictly FEE-PAYING. 26

27 2 POST-DIPLOMA CANDIDATES The University of Cape Coast runs a full-time Post-Diploma Degree Programme as follows: Applicants in this category should fill the Post-Diploma Application for Admission Forms. BASIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: A good Diploma (a minimum of Second Class Lower Division or better) obtained from the University of Cape Coast or equivalent institutions with at least two (2) years post qualification teaching/working experience. All candidates must pass an interview. 27

28 FACULTY OF ARTS BACHELOR OF ARTS i. ENGLISH ii. FRENCH iii. RELIGIOUS STUDIES iv. GHANAIAN LANGUAGE v. MUSIC Candidates to be admitted to the Bachelor of Arts Programme will have a two (2) hour examination in two (2) subject areas, one of the subject area being the one the candidate obtained his/her Diploma. Applicants should ensure that a certified transcript showing semester-bysemester GPA and FCGPA is submitted together with their application forms. 28

29 FACULTY OF EDUCATION BACHELOR OF EDUCATION i. MATHEMATICS ii. SCIENCE iii. PHYSICAL EDUCATION iv. BASIC EDUCATION v. HOME ECONOMICS vi. BASIC EDUCATION (Evening Classes) B.Ed. (SCIENCE) i ii Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) GCE credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and at least two (2) Science subjects. GCE A level passes will be an advantage. Candidates must also show proof that they have done courses in any two (2) subjects from the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics at the Diploma level. B.Ed. (MATHEMATICS) i ii Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) GCE Credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, and at least two (2) of the following subjects Additional Mathematics or Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Geography. Candidates must also show proof that they have done some courses in any two (2) subject from the following: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics and Geography at the Diploma level. 29

30 B.Ed. (BASIC EDUCATION) Candidates for the Post-Diploma B.Ed. (Basic Education) programme should have G.C.E. 'O' Level passes in English and Mathematics. The Diploma obtained should be in a subject taught at the Basic School level. B.Ed. (HOME ECONOMICS) i. HND (Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management/Hospitality Management) or HND (Fashion Design) ii. iii. Candidates must attain a minimum of 2nd Class Upper Division Pass a selection test and interview conducted by the department The duration of the programme is three years as students have to take professional education courses in addition to content courses that include a second teaching subject Management in Living Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their application forms. 1. A certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA 2. A certified copy each of NABPTEX Certificate and Result Slip B.Ed. (BASIC EDUCATION) (Evening Classes Programme) Candidates for entry to the programme must possess Diploma (Basic Education) Certificate from the Institute of Education, University of Cape Coast or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution. 30

31 SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY) i. Candidates must have the Laboratory Technician's Diploma of UCC. ii. Higher National Diploma (HND) Laboratory Technology holders with Second Class Lower Division and above may be admitted into level 300 after passing an interview. Applicants should ensure that a certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA is submitted together with their Application Forms. A certified copy each of NABPTEX Certificate and Result Slip B.Sc. (STATISTICS) Candidates with a minimum of Second Class Lower or better in HND Statistics will be admitted into level 300 after passing an entrance examination and interview. Applicants should ensure that a certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA is submitted together with their Application Forms. A certified copy each of NABPTEX Certificate and Result Slip 31

32 SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (NURSING) i. Professionals with Nursing Diploma with the basic University entry requirement must have at least Second Class (Upper Division) or better. Such Candidates may be admitted into level 300 after passing an interview. Applicants should ensure that a certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA is submitted together with their Application Forms. OTHER NURSING CANDIDATES i. Professionals with Nursing Certificate shall be admitted into B.Sc. (Nursing) level 200 after passing an interview. Applicants should ensure that a certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA is submitted together with their Application Forms. 32

33 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT) i. HND (Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management/Hospitality Management). ii. Candidates must attain a minimum of 2nd Class Upper Division. iii. Pass a selection test and interview conducted by the Department. Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their application forms. 1. A certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA. 2. A certified copy each of NABPTEX Certificate and Result Slip. B.Sc. (TOURISM MANAGEMENT) i. HND (Tourism). ii. Candidates must attain a minimum of 2nd Class Upper Division. iii. Pass a selection test and interview conducted by the Department. Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their application Forms. 1. A certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA. 2. A certified copy each of NABPTEX Certificate and Result Slip. 33

34 B.A. (SOCIAL SCIENCES) HND (Mechanical Engineering) with specialization in Transport Fleet Management and a minimum of Second Class Upper Division. Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their Application Form; 1. A certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA; 2. A certified copy each of National Board for Professional and Technical Examinations (NABPTEX) Ghana Certificate and Result Slip Applicants will be admitted to level

35 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS BACHELOR OF COMMERCE HND (Accountancy) with a minimum of Second Class Upper or better. Applicants must pass a selection test and interview conducted by the School. HND Purchasing and Supply applicants with minimum of Second Class Upper with FCGPA of 3.5 and above will be admitted into B.COM at level 200. Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their Application Forms. 1. A certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA. 2. A certified copy each of NABPTEX Certificate and Result Slip. OTHER BACHELOR OF COMMERCE CANDIDATES i. Candidates with part of Professional Accountancy Certificates with a minimum of Part 1 or Foundation Stage of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Association of Certified Chartered Accountants may be considered for admission. The SSSCE aggregate for such applicants should not exceed 18 for six subjects (i.e. three core and three electives). ii. Candidates with four (4) passes at Advanced Business Certificate Examination of at least Grade C in Financial Accounting and Economics plus any other two subjects. In addition, candidates should have at least 5 credit passes including English Language and Mathematics at GBCB/SSSCE/WASSCE/ GCE 'O' Level. 35

36 BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES HND (Secretaryship and Management Studies) with a minimum of Second Class Upper or better. Applicants must pass a selection test and interview conducted by the School. HND Purchasing and Supply applicants with minimum of Second Class Upper with FCGPA of 3.5 and above will be admitted into BMS at Level 200. Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their Application Forms. 1. A certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA. 2. A certified copy each of NABPTEX Certificate and Result Slip. OTHER BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES CANDIDATES a. Candidates with part of Professional Accountancy Certificates with a minimum of Part 1 or Foundation Stage of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Association of Certified Chartered Accountants may be considered for admission. The SSSCE aggregate for such applicants should not exceed 18 for six subjects (i.e. three core and three electives). b. Candidates with four (4) passes at Advanced Business Certificate Examination of at least Grade 'C' in Financial Accounting and Economics plus any other two subjects. In addition, candidates should have at least 5 credit passes including English Language and Mathematics at GBCE/SSSCE/WASSCE/ GCE 'O' Level. 36

37 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE The School of Agriculture offers a 3-year Post-Diploma B.Sc. (Agric) Programme. i. Candidates must possess a Diploma in any field of Agriculture from a recognized University or Polytechnic. ii. In addition to the above, candidates must have FIVE (5) GCE 'O' Level credit passes including English Language and Mathematics and two (2) Science subjects or six (6) SSSCE/WASSCE passes in English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects including at least two (2) Science subjects. B.Sc. (ANIMAL HEALTH) Candidates must have: i. A Veterinary Assistant (Technical Officer) Certificate from Pong- Tamale or allied institutions with strong Animal Health Programmes. ii. iii. In addition, either a Diploma in Animal Health from the University of Ghana or a Diploma from a recognized institution with strong Animal Health Programmes. Candidates must, in addition to the above, have credit passes at GCE 'O' Level in English and Mathematics and in at least 2 other science subjects, or 6 SSSCE passes in the core subjects English, Mathematics and Integrated Science, and 3 electives, at least 2 being science subjects. Applicants should ensure that a certified academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA is submitted together with their Application Forms. 37

38 DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME The programme will be for 2 years. Students will enter the programme at Level 300. The programme is primarily for staff of Ministry of Food and Agriculture but some fee-paying students would be considered for admission from other institutions. Applicants without passes in any of Mathematics, English and Integrated Science will be considered for admission only after passing the 6-week Remedial programme at the University of cape Coast. B.Sc. (AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION) PROGRAMME The Post Diploma B.Sc. Degree programme in Agricultural Extension is a two-year programme launched at the request of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA). REQUIREMENTS Although the programme targets applicants from MOFA, other applicants can be admitted on fee paying basis. To qualify for admission, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements: 1. Possess a Diploma in Agriculture or a related field from a recognized institution. 2. Have a minimum of three years post-diploma field experience in service.. 3. Possess G.C.E. Ordinary level or SSSCE credit passes in English Language and Mathematics and Science (Physics, Chemistry or Biology/ Agricultural Science). 38

39 4. Candidates without passes in English Language, Mathematics and Science will be considered for admission after passing a 6 week Remedial programme. 5. Pass a selection interview. 39

40 3. MATURE CANDIDATES ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS The University offers admission to Mature Candidates to pursue Arts, Business, Education and Social Sciences Degree Programmes. a) Minimum entry requirements for the Mature Entrance Examinations. st i. Applicants should be at least, 25 years old by 31 December, ii. Applicants should enclose a photocopy of birth certificate issued to them not less than five (5) years from the day of submission of admission forms. iii. Photocopies of the relevant professional/academic qualifications b) An Entrance Examination. i. General Paper (for all candidates) ii. Main Papers iii. Examination in Mathematics and English Language for candidates who do not have G.C.E. 'O' Level credit passes or WASSCE/SSSCE passes. c) Interview Candidates who pass the examination would be ranked and those who fall within the approved quota invited for interview. 40

41 FACULTY OF ARTS B.A. (ARTS)/B. MUS. i. Candidates will be required to answer questions from any two (2) of the following subject areas: English, History, French, Classics & Philosophy, Music, Religious Studies, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga). B.A. (AFRICAN STUDIES) i. Candidates will be required to answer questions in a General Paper and a Special Paper covering questions in African Studies. 41

42 FACULTY OF EDUCATION B.Ed. (PHYSICAL EDUCATION) Mature candidates who hold Post-Secondary Teacher's Certificate 'A' will be required to write an examination in General Paper and Special Paper. In the Special Paper candidates will answer questions concerning Rules and Regulations of Popular Games/Athletics, Methodology of Teaching PE, and Current Affairs. Candidates must possess G.C.E. 'O' Level passes in five (5) subjects including credits in English and Mathematics and a pass in a Science subject: Agric Science and Health Science are acceptable. Candidates would be subjected to the following practical examinations and assessments. i. Motor Educability Test ii. Cardiovascular Endurance Test iii. A selected game N.B. Selection of candidates for admission will depend largely on a candidate's performance in the practical examinations. The date for the practical examinations for B.Ed. (Physical Education) candidates would be announced later. B.Ed. (HOME ECONOMICS) a) Candidates must pass three (3) examination papers: General Paper, Education and a Special Paper in Home Economics (Consisting of a compulsory section: Management in Living, and optional sections in Clothing and Textiles and Foods and Nutrition). 42

43 b) Candidates who do not have G.C.E. 'O' Level credit passes or SSSCE passes in Core English and Core Mathematics will be required to take examinations conducted by the University as applicable. B.Ed. (SCIENCE) a) Candidates must pass an entrance examination in any three (3) of the following subject areas; Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics to be taken in the Department of Science and Mathematics Education. b) General Paper in Education B.Ed. (MATHEMATICS) a) Candidates must pass an entrance examination in three (3) subject areas viz: Mathematics combined with either Physics and Chemistry or Economics and Geography to be taken in the Department of Science and Mathematics Education. b) General Paper in Education. B.Ed. (SOCIAL STUDIES) a) Paper in two (2) subject areas: Economics, Geography or History. (to be taken in the appropriate Faculty). b) Social Studies Education. B.Ed. (SOCIAL SCIENCES) a) Two (2) papers in two subject areas: Economics, Geography, Accounting and Business Management. b) Social Sciences Education 43

44 B.Ed. (ARTS) a) Paper in two (2) subject areas: English Language, Religious Studies, French, History and Ghanaian Language (Akan/ Ewe/Ga) (to be taken in Faculty of Arts). b) Arts Education B.Ed. (MANAGEMENT) a) General Paper. b) A paper in General Education c) A paper in two (2) business subjects. B.Sc. (PSYCHOLOGY) Candidates will be required to answer questions in a General Paper and a Special Paper covering questions in Psychology. B.Ed. (BASIC EDUCATION) Candidates will be required to write a paper in: a) One subject in one of the areas specified below: i. English, Religious & Moral Education, Social Studies, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Ga), French. ii. Social Studies, Mathematics. iii. Mathematics, Integrated Science b) Special Paper c) General Paper 44

45 B.Ed. (EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION) Candidates will be required to write a paper in: a) General Paper b) Special Paper. 45

46 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES i. B.A. (SOCIAL SCIENCES) Candidates will be required to answer questions in a General Paper and any two (2) of the following subjects: Geography, Economics, History, and Elective Mathematics/Statistics. ii. B.Sc. (HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT) Candidates will be required to answer questions in a General Paper and a Special Paper covering questions in Hospitality and Tourism Management. iii. B.Sc. (TOURISM MANAGEMENT) Candidates will be required to answer questions in a General Paper and a Special Paper covering questions in Hospitality and Tourism Management. iii. B.A. (POPULATION AND HEALTH) Candidates will be required to answer questions in a General Paper and a Special Paper covering questions in Population and Health.. 46

47 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS i. BACHELOR OF COMMERCE Candidates will be required to answer questions in a General Paper and a special paper covering Business Management, Accounting and Economics. ii. BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES Candidates will be required to answer questions in a General Paper and a Special Paper covering Business Management, Accounting and Economics. 47

48 1. DIPLOMA IN HEALTH SCIENCES EDUCATION a. Candidates must possess G.C.E. 'O' Level credit passes (grade 6 or better) in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics and two Science Subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). Passes at the G.C.E. 'A' Level will be an advantage. OR b. SSS candidates with good passes (grade 'D' or better) in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science and two (2) other Science electives (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). In addition to (i) or (ii) above, candidates must possess a three (3) year Certificate awarded by Health Training Institution with at least three (3) years working experience (excluding rotation period for nurses) in relevant areas such as Nursing, Environmental Health, Nutrition, Epidemiology, Community Health, Midwifery or Psychiatry. Admission into the programme is strictly on fee-paying basis. Applicants should therefore, seek sponsorship to facilitate their admission into the programme. 48

49 ONE-YEAR PROFICIENCY COURSE IN ENGLISH FOR FRANCOPHONE STUDENTS The proficiency programme in English is designed to develop learners' listening, speaking, reading and writing skills through exposing learners to samples of language that they might encounter in real life situations, and also taking them through carefully graded exercises. The programme lasts for two semesters made up of a minimum of (12) teaching weeks per semester, and sixteen (16) contact hours per week. The first semester is equivalent to the Intermediate Level and may be terminal for candidates who cannot register for the whole year. The second semester's work is equivalent to Advanced Level and may be taken by candidates who already have an Intermediate Certificate in English from an approved institution. ENTRY REQUIREMENT The basic entry requirement is the Baccalaureate. ASSESSMENT Learners are assessed through quizzes, written and oral tests and formal examinations at the end of the semester in accordance with the regulations of the University of Cape Coast. CERTIFICATION Upon successful completion of the course at either the Intermediate Level st nd (1 Semester) or Advanced Level (2 Semester), a candidate shall be recommended by the English Department through the Faculty of Arts for the award of a Certificate of Proficiency, Intermediate or Advanced, by the University of Cape Coast. 49

50 GENERAL INFORMATION TO APPLICANTS WASSCE APPLICANTS GRADE NUMERICAL VALUE A1 1 B2 2 B3 3 C4 4 C5 5 C6 6 The total aggregate for WASSCE applicants is 36. The grades for three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Intergrated Science or Social Studies and any three (3) relevant electives should be C6 or better. SSSCE APPLICANTS GRADE NUMERICAL VALUE A 1 B 2 C 3 D 4 The total aggregate for SSSCE applicants is 24. The grades for three (3) core subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies and any three (3) relevant electives should be D or better. INFORMATION FOR FEE-PAYING APPLICANTS Fee-paying facilities are available for applicants who are unable to meet the competitive cut-off points determined by the Joint Admissions Board. Applicants who wish to be considered may complete and attach the feepaying forms (available at the sale centres) to their application forms. Such candidates shall be required to meet the minimum admission requirements. Copies of last year s cut-off points for the various programmes are available at the sale centers for guidance. 50

51 PRACTICAL EXAMINATIONS FOR B.Ed. (PHYSICAL EDUCATION) CANDIDATES Candidates applying for B.Ed. (Physical Education) both SSSCE/WASSCE and Mature should note that the date for the practical examinations would be announced later. PRACTICAL EXAMINATIONS FOR BACHELOR OF MUSIC CANDIDATES Candidates applying for Bachelor of Music should note that practical examination will be held on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, Such candidates must bring along musical instruments for the practical examination MATURE CANDIDATES ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS The 2011 Mature Candidates Entrance Examinations will be held on THURSDAY, JANUARY 13, SPECIAL MATHEMATICS & ENGLISH EXAMINATIONS FOR MATURE CANDIDATES A special examination for Mature Candidates who do not have credit passes in Mathematics and English ( O Level) or (SSSCE/WASSCE) passes would be held on FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, Such candidates should register at the Admissions Office by MONDAY, JANUARY 10,

52 COMPLETION OF APPLICATION FORMS A copy of instructions on how to complete the scannable forms would be supplied to applicants. Applicants are advised to read very carefully the instructions in the instructional guide, scannable admission forms and the admission brochure before completion. Applicants are requested to attach much importance to the shading/completion of the scannable and the supplementary admission forms. Wrong shading or partial completion of forms will result in the rejection of the application forms. Applicants for Diploma, Post-Diploma and Mature programmes will use the scannable admission forms. Applicants should fill only the front page (in pencil). The supplementary admission forms should be filled in ink. Three (3) pre-paid envelopes, two of which are blank official envelopes will be provided and should be self-addressed by applicants. Due to wrong and insufficient address(es) provided by applicants on the selfaddressed envelopes, a number of letters in connection with admissions are returned unclaimed. Applicants are advised to provided a correct and current address which would speed up correspondence between the University and the applicants. Applicants are required to give the following information at the back of the large EMS envelope: (a) full name (b) postal address ( c) first choice programme and (d) circle the application category which should be one of the following: SSSCE/WASSCE, Mature and Post-Diploma. A change of programme after the submission of application form would NOT be allowed. 52

53 SUBMISSION OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS (a) All completed application forms should be sent by POST and NOT delivered by hand. Application forms for Mature candidates should reach The Deputy Registrar, Division of Academic Affairs (DAA), University of Cape Coast not later than Monday, January 3, All other application forms should reach The Deputy Registrar, Division of Academic Affairs (DAA), University of Cape Coast not later than Friday, March 4, Applicants are to ensure that application forms are posted early enough to be received before the respective deadline indicated above for the submission of completed application forms. COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS RECEIVED AFTER THE ABOVE DEADLINES WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. (b) No additional documents will be accepted after submission of application forms. Applicants are to note that only photocopies of certificates or result slips should accompany completed application forms. Application forms received without photocopies of result slips would be disqualified. Original results/certificates of applicants offered admission will be inspected before registration. The documents accompanying the application forms are not returnable. PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE FOR 2011/2012 ACADEMIC YEAR The following programmes are available for the 2011/2012 Academic Year. SSSCE/WASSCE applicants should ensure that the programme codes indicated as their 1st and 2nd choice options on the scannable admission forms are the same as those indicated at pages Mature candidates are advised to select only programmes that are applicable as indicated at pages

54 FACULTY OF ARTS Programmes Code SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates Mature Candidates 01 B.A. (Arts) B.A. (Arts) 02 B.A. (African Studies) B.A. (African Studies) 03 B.A. (Theatre Studies) 04 B. Mus. 08 B.A. (Mass Communication) Code FACULTY OF EDUCATION Programmes SSSCE/ WASSCE Candidates Mature Candidates 09 B.Ed. (Arts) B.Ed. (Arts) 10 B.Ed. (Social Sciences) B.Ed (Social Sciences) 11 B.Ed. (Social Studies) B.Ed. (Social Studies) 12 B.Ed. (Management) B.Ed. (Management) 13 B.Ed. (Physical Education) B.Ed. (Physical Education) 14 B.Ed. (Science) B.Ed. (Science) 15 B.Ed. (Mathematics) B.Ed. (Mathematics) 16 B.Ed. (Computer Science) - 17 B.Ed. (Basic Education) B.Ed. (Basic Education) 18 B.Ed. (Early Childhood B.Ed. (Early Childhood Education) Education) 19 B.Ed. (Home Economics) B.Ed. (Home Economics) 20 B.Sc. (Psychology) B.Sc. (Psychology) 54

55 Code SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Programmes 21 B.Sc. (Molecular Biology & Biotech.) 23 B.Sc. (Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences) 24 B.Sc. (Entomology & Wildlife) 25 B.Sc. (Human Biology) 26 B.Sc. (Biochemistry) 29 B.Sc. (Environmental Sciences) 43 B.Sc. (Nursing) Applicants who intend to read programmes under the School of Biological Sciences will be offered General Biology courses in the first two (2) years except B.Sc. (Biochemistry) and B.Sc. (Nursing) students. Students will be confirmed into the specialised programmes in the third year of their study. SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES Code Programmes 22 B.Sc. (Laboratory Technology) 27 B.Sc. (Chemistry) 28 B.Sc. (Computer Science) 30 B.Sc. (Water & Sanitation) 31 B.Sc. (Industrial Chemistry) 32 B.Sc. (Mathematics) 33 B.Sc. (Statistics) 34 B.Sc. (Mathematics & Statistics) 35 B.Sc. (Mathematics with Economics) 36 B.Sc. (Mathematics with Business) 37 B.Sc. (Acturial Science) 38 B.Sc. (Physics) 39 B.Sc. (Engineering Physics) 40 B.Sc. (Information Technology) 41 Doctor of Optometry 42 B.Sc. (Medical Laboratory Technology) 55