University of Cape Coast Cape Coast, Ghana

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Title THE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST FIRST DEGREE PROGRAMMES POST-SSSCE/WASSCE CANDIDATES Basic Entry Requirements FACULTY OF ARTS B.A. (Arts) B.A. (African Studies) B.A. (Theatre Studies) B.Mus. B.A. ( Communication Studies) B.A. ( Film Studies) B.A. ( Dance) FACULTY OF EDUCATION B.Ed. (Basic Education) B.Ed. (Early Childhood Education) B.Sc. (Psychology) B.Ed. (Physical Education)

B.Ed. (Management) B.Ed. (Social Sciences) B.Ed. (Social Studies) B.Ed. (Arts) B.Ed (Accounting) B.Ed. (Mathematics) B.Ed. (Computer Science) B.Ed. (Science) B.Ed. (Home Economics) B.Ed. (Health Sciences) FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES B.A. (Social Sciences) B.Sc. (Hospitality Management) B.Sc. (Tourism Management) B.A. (Population & Health) B.A. (Anthropology) B.Sc. (Geography & Regional Planning) SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Management Studies SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (Environmental Sciences) B.Sc. (Molecular Biology & Biotechnology) B.Sc. (Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences) B.Sc. (Entomology & Wildlife) B.Sc. (Human Biology) B.Sc. (Biochemistry) B.Sc. (Nursing) SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (Chemistry) B.Sc. (Water & Sanitation) B.Sc. (Industrial Chemistry) B.Sc. (Mathematics) B.Sc. (Statistics) B.Sc. (Mathematics and Statistics) B.Sc. (Mathematics with Economics) B.Sc. (Mathematics with Business) B.Sc. (Actuarial Science)

B.Sc. (Physics) B.Sc. (Engineering Physics) B.Sc. (Meteorology & Atmospheric Physics) B.Sc. (Computer Science) B.Sc. (Information Technology) B.Sc. (Laboratory Technology) B.Sc. (Medical Laboratory Technology) Doctor of Optometry SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE B.Sc. (Agriculture) B.Sc. (Agricultural Development) Extension & Community `

SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB, Ch B) POST-DIPLOMA CANDIDATES Basic Entry Requirements FACULTY OF ARTS Bachelor of Arts

FACULTY OF EDUCATION B.Ed. (Mathematics) B.Ed. (Science) B.Ed. (Physical Education) B.Ed. (Basic Education) B.Ed. (Home Economics) B.Ed. (Basic Education) Evening Classes SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (Statistics) B.Sc (Water & Sanitation) SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (Nursing) FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (Hospitality Management) B.Sc. (Tourism Management) B.A. (Social Sciences) SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Management Studies

SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE B.Sc. (Agriculture) B.Sc. (Animal Health) B.Sc. (Agricultural Extension) B.Sc. (Agricultural Development) Extension & Community

GENERAL INFORMATION TO APPLICANTS Grading System for SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants Information for Fee-Paying Applicants Instructions on Completion & Submission of Application Forms Programmes Available for 2013/2014 Academic Year and their Code Numbers

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 1847. 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 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 ultramodern library complex. It has capacity for stocking about 750,000 volumes as well as a seating capacity for 2000 readers. In addition to the E-mail and Internet, the Library also has an Inter-Library Loan and Document Delivery facility (ILL/DD). Student Enrolment: Student enrolment 17,000 and includes foreign students. is about

Halls of Residence: Currently, the University has limited accommodation in six halls of residence namely, Adehye (Females only), Casely-Hayford (Males only), Oguaa, Atlantic, Valco and the Kwame Nkrumah Hall (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, there are also the following places of interest.

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BOTANICAL GARDENS FOREST RESERVE TECHNOLOGY VILLAGE KAKUM CANOPY WALKWAY KAKUM NATIONAL PARK CAPE COAST CASTLE 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/School 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. : 03321-32480/3 0289102661 Fax : 233-42-32484 admissions@ucc.edu.gh Ext. 247/8

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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) (ii) WASSCE means Grade: A1 C6. 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/Dagare/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. (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/Dagare/Ga), Religious Studies, Government, Economics, Geography. ii Applicants who intend to read B.A. (African Studies) and major in African Music (Ethnomusicology) must have in addition to B (i). iii Associated Board of the ROYAL SCHOOL OF MUSIC (ABRSM) grade 1-4 OR iv 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/Dagare/Ga), Music, Religious Studies, History/Government.

ii. 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. (D) BACHELOR OF MUSIC

i. Candidates must have good passes in three (3) elective subjects in any of the following elective areas: General Arts and Visual Arts. ii. Prospective candidates will be interviewed. During the interview, candidates will have to provide evidence of their involvement/interest in music and dance-e.g. through membership in choirs, bands, cultural/dance troupes, etc. and generally convince panelists of their creative/artistic capabilities. 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) B.A. ( COMMUNICATION STUDIES)

i Candidates must have passes in at least two (2) elective Arts subjects; French, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Dagare/Ga), Literature in English, Religious Studies, Government/History. ii Applicants to be admitted to read B.A. (Communication Studies) must have a pass in Literature in English not below grade C5.

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B.A. ( FILM STUDIES)

Candidates must have passes in any of the following elective subjects; Visual Arts, Literature in English, History,French, Government, Religious Studies, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Dagare/Ga), Economics, Geography, Physics and Chemistry (G) B.A. ( DANCE)

Candidates must have passes in three elective subjects in either General Arts or Visual Arts at grade not lower than C6

FACULTY OF EDUCATION B.Ed. (BASIC EDUCATION) Candidates must have passes in Core Mathematics, Core English and Integrated Science or 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/ Dagare/Ga), Religious Studies, History, French Elective Mathematics, Geography, Economics

(b)

(c)

Elective Biology

Mathematics,

Physics,

Chemistry,

B.Ed. (EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION) Candidates must have passes in the following core subjects: Core Mathematics, Core English and Integrated Science or Social Studies In addition, candidates must have passes in any three (3) elective subjects. B.Sc. (PSYCHOLOGY) Candidates must have good passes in the following Core Subjects: English, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. 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. (PHYSICAL EDUCATION) Candidates must possess six (6) subjects including Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies with overall aggregate of 36. Candidates would be subjected to the following practical examinations and assessments. i. ii. Motor Educability Test Cardiovascular Endurance Test

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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. (MANAGEMENT) Candidates must have good passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or 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. (SOCIAL SCIENCES) Candidates must have good passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or 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 and Integrated Science or Social Studies. The elective passes should include any three (3) of the following subjects: Literature in English, French, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Dagare/ 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 French/History Ghanaian Language/Religious Studies Ghanaian Language/Music Ghanaian Language/History History/Religious Studies History/Music Music/Religious Studies B.Ed. (ACCOUNTING) i. Candidates must have passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies ii. In addition, candidates must have passes in Financial Accounting and any two (2) of the following subjects: Business Management, Economics, Principles of Costing and Elective Mathematics.

B.Ed. (MATHEMATICS) Candidates must have passes (grade C6 or better) in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. Candidates must pass Elective Mathematics plus any two (2) of the following elective subjects: Economics, Geography, Physics and Chemistry. B.Ed (COMPUTER SCIENCE) Candidates must have passes (grade C6 or better) in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies plus any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. B.Ed. (SCIENCE) Candidates must have passes (grade C6 or better) in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies plus any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. B.Ed. (HOME ECONOMICS) Candidates must have the following: a) b) Passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies 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. 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. SSSCE/WASSCE candidates with good passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science. In addition to (i) or (ii) above, candidates must possess a THREE (3) YEAR DIPLOMA awarded by an accredited Health Training Institution with at least THREE (3) YEARS working experience (excluding rotation for nurses) in relevant areas such as General Nursing, Environmental Health, Disease Control, Community Health, Midwifery Nutrition or Psychiatry. Applicants should include certified copies of their academic transcript showing semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA.

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES (i) B.A. (SOCIAL SCIENCES) Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or 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 and Integrated Science or Social Studies In addition, candidates must have passes in any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Geography, Economics, Government/ History, Biology, Chemistry, 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 and Integrated Science or 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 and Integrated Science or 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. (v) B.A. (ANTHROPOLOGY)

Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. In addition, candidates must have passes in two (2) of the following elective subjects: Economics, Geography, Elective Mathematics, Government/History. (vi) B.Sc. (GEOGRAPHY PLANNING) AND REGIONAL

Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. In addition, candidates must have passes in three (3) of the following elective subjects: Geography, Economics, Elective Mathematics, Business Management and Government/History.

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS BACHELOR OF COMMERCE Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or 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. BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES Candidates must obtain passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or 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. SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Entry Requirements leading to Bachelor of Science degrees in: 1. 2. B.Sc. (Environmental Sciences) B.Sc. (Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)

3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

B.Sc. (Fisheries and Aquatic Science) B.Sc. (Entomology and Wildlife) B.Sc. (Human Biology) B.Sc. (Biochemistry)* B.Sc. (Nursing)*

Candidates must obtain a) b) c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. passes in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics with grades NOT lower than C6. 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 and Integrated Science or Social Studies In addition, candidates must have obtained good grades in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Elective Mathematics.

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SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (CHEMISTRY) B.Sc. (WATER & SANITATION) B.Sc. (INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY) Candidates must obtain (a) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies (b) passes in Chemistry and any two of the following elective subjects: Physics, Elective Mathematics and Biology, and (c) 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) (b) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies passes in Elective Mathematics and any two of the following elective subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Economics and Biology/Technical Drawing.

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an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects.

B.Sc. (MATHEMATICS WITH ECONOMICS) B.Sc. (MATHEMATICS WITH BUSINESS) Candidates must obtain (a) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or 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) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or 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.

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B. Sc. (PHYSICS) B. Sc. (ENGINEERING PHYSICS) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or 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. (METEOROLOGY AND ATMOSPHERIC PHYSICS) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies passes in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry, Elective

an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects.

B. Sc. (COMPUTER SCIENCE) Candidates must obtain (a) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies

(b) (c)

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 and Integrated Science or 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.

B.Sc. (LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY) B.Sc. (MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY) Candidates must obtain (a) (b) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies passes in Chemistry, Physics and any one of the following elective subjects: Biology or Elective Mathematics and

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an overall aggregate of 36 or better in three core and three elective subjects.

DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY* Candidates must obtain (a) (b) (c) passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies 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. SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE B.Sc. (AGRICULTURE) i. Candidates must have passes in the following core subjects: English, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. ii. In addition, candidates must have passes in three (3) elective subjects under any of the options below: OPTION 1: General Agriculture, Chemistry, and any one other Science/Agriculture subject OPTION 2: Chemistry, Biology and Physics/Elective Mathematics.

OPTION 3: Any three subjects from the following Agricultural Science electives - General Agriculture, Crop Husbandry and Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Fisheries and Forestry. B.Sc. (AGRICULTURAL EXTENTION & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT) i. Candidates must have passes in the following Core subjects: English, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies. ii. In addition, candidates must have passes in three (3) elective subjects under any of the options below: OPTION 1: General Agriculture, Chemistry, and ANY one other Agricultural Science subject OPTION 2: Chemistry, Biology and Physics/Elective Mathematics. OPTION 3: Any three subjects from the following Agricultural Science electives - General Agriculture, Crop Husbandry and Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Fisheries and Forestry. SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB, ChB) i. Candidates must have passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

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In addition to the above, candidates must have obtained good passes in three of the following elective subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Elective Mathematics. 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 short listing. Applicants will be required to attend an interview. Applicants who are applying into the School of Medical Sciences should note that the programme is strictly FEE-PAYING.

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GCE A LEVEL APPLICANTS i. Credit passes at GCE O Level in 6 subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. GCE A Level passes in three (3) of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics, with aggregate 07 or better. None of the grades should be lower than C. Selection will be subject to performance at interview.

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A level holders who obtained their result before 1997 will not be considered for admission.

POST-DIPLOMA CANDIDATES The University of Cape Coast runs a full-time PostDiploma 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. FACULTY OF ARTS B.A. ( ARTS) i. ii. iii. iv. v. ENGLISH FRENCH RELIGIOUS STUDIES GHANAIAN LANGUAGE 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.

B. MUSIC Applicants seeking admission to B. Music must posses Diploma in Music or Diploma in Dance with a Second Class Lower or better from any recognised institution. Candidates will be admitted into Level 300 Candidates should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their application forms. 1. A certified academic transcript 2. A certified copy of Certificate FACULTY OF EDUCATION BACHELOR OF EDUCATION i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. MATHEMATICS SCIENCE PHYSICAL EDUCATION BASIC EDUCATION HOME ECONOMICS BASIC EDUCATION (Evening Classes)

B.Ed. (SCIENCE) i 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. ii 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 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. ii 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. B.Ed. (BASIC EDUCATION) Candidates with Teachers Diploma from a recognized institution in Basic Education.

Diploma in Basic Education applicants with a minimun of 2nd Class Lower Division will be admitted into B.Ed (Basic Education) at Level 200. Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their Application Form. A certified academic transcript and Certificates B.Ed. (HOME ECONOMICS) Candidates must posses: i. HND (Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management/Hospitality Management) or HND (Fashion Design) Candidates must attain a minimum of 2nd Class Upper Division Pass a selection test and interview conducted by the department

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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

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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. SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES 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 the following documents are submitted together with their Application Forms. 1. A certified academic transcript 2. A certified copy of NABPTEX Certificate B.Sc (WATER & SANITATION) Applicants seeking admission to Level 300 shall possess ANY of the following qualifications: (a) Diploma in Water and Sanitation from the University of Cape Coast with Second Class (Lower Division) or better;

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HND in Civil/Chemical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Polytechnic or equivalent institution with Second Class (Upper Division) or better. Diploma in Environmental Health or Environmental Health Technology from a recognized institution with Second Class (Lower Division) or better.

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Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together' with their Application Form; 1. 2. A certified academic transcript A certified copy of NABPTEX Certificate

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (NURSING) 1. Professionals with Registered General Nursing Certificate with the basic University entry requirement must have at least Second Class (Lower Division) or better. Such candidates may be admitted into level 300 after passing an interview. Professionals with State Registered Nursing Certificate may be admitted into level 200 after passing an interview.

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Applicants should ensure that a certified academic transcript is submitted together with their application forms. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES B.Sc. (HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT) i. ii. iii. HND (Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management/Hospitality Management). Candidates must attain a minimum of 2nd Class Upper Division. 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. 2. A certified academic transcript A certified copy of NABPTEX Certificate

B.Sc. (TOURISM MANAGEMENT) i. ii. iii. HND (Tourism). Candidates must attain a minimum of 2nd Class Upper Division. 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. 2. A certified academic transcript A certified copy of NABPTEX Certificate

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. 2. A certified academic transcript A certified copy of NABPTEX Certificate

Applicants will be admitted to level 300 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. 2. A certified academic transcript A certified copy of NABPTEX Certificate

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 countants (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.

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. 2. A certified academic transcript A certified copy of NABPTEX Certificate OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES

OTHER BACHELOR 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. B.Sc. (AGRICULTURE) The School of Agriculture offers a 3-year Post-Diploma B.Sc. (Agriculture) programme. To qualify for admission into the programme: 1. Candidates must possess a Diploma in Agriculture or a related field from a recognized University or Polytechnic 2. In addition, candidates must pass a selection interview. 3. Candidates should include with their completed Application Forms, certified copies of all certificates and academic transcripts relevant to the application. Transcripts must show a semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA and proof that candidates have passed courses in English Language, Mathematics and the Sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Biology).

B.Sc. (ANIMAL HEALTH) The School of Agriculture offers a 2-year Post-Diploma B.Sc. (Animal Health) programme mounted primarily for staff of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA); candidates from other organizations (private farms and NGOs etc) may be considered for a place on the programme as fee-paying students. To qualify for admission into the programme, candidates must: 1. Possess a Veterinary Assistant (Technical Officer) Certificate from the Animal Production and Health College (Pong-Tamale) or allied institutions offering Certificate progammes with strong animal health content. In addition, have a Diploma in Animal Health from the University of Ghana or any other recognized tertiary institution with strong animal health content. Have a minimum of three (3) years post-diploma field or working experience. Pass a selection interview Candidates must include with their completed Application Forms certified copies of all certificates and academic transcripts relevant to the application.

2.

3. 4. 5.

Transcripts must show a semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA and proof that candidates have passed courses in English Language, Mathematics and the Sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Biology). B.Sc. (AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION) The School of Agriculture offers a 2-year Post-Diploma B.Sc. (Agricultural Extension) programme mounted primarily for staff of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA); candidates from other organizations (private farms and NGOs) may be considered for a place on the programme as fee-paying students, whenever possible. To qualify for admission into the programme, candidates must: 1. Possess a Diploma in Agriculture or a related field from a recognized tertiary institution. 2. Have a minimum of three (3) years post-diploma field or working experience. 3. Have 'passes in English Language, Mathematics and any two of the following subjects: GCE Ordinary Level:Chemistry; Physics/Mathematics; Biology/Agricultural Science WASSCE or SSSCE Elective Subjects: Chemistry; Physics/Mathematics; General Agriculture/Biology 4. Pass a selection interview.

5. Candidates must include with their completed Application Forms, certified copies of all certificates and academic transcripts relevant to the application. Transcripts must show a semester-by-semester GPA and FCGPA and proof that candidates have passed courses in English Language, Mathematics and the Sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Biology). B.Sc (AGRICULTURAL EXTENTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT) Candidates must possess a Diploma in any field of Agriculture (at least a Second Class Lower Division), from a recognized institution together with five (5) credit passes at GCE '0' Level in English Language and Mathematics and in at least two (2) other science subjects. SSSCE/WASSCE candidates must have passes in (3 core and 3 elective subjects) with a least two in science subjects. All Post-Diploma candidates must pass a selection interview. Applicants should ensure that the following documents are submitted together with their Application Form; A certified academic transcript showing semester-bysemester GP A and FCGPA and Certificate.

GENERAL INFORMATION TO APPLICANTS GRADING SYSTEM FOR WASSCE APPLICANTS GRADE A1 B2 B3 C4 C5 C6 NUMERICAL VALUE 1 2 3 4 5 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 grade C6 or better. GRADING SYSTEM FOR SSSCE APPLICANTS GRADE A B C D NUMERICAL VALUE 1 2 3 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 grade D or better. INFORMATION FOR FEE-PAYING APPLICANTS Fee-paying facilities are available for candidates/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 fee-paying forms (available at the sale centres) or downloaded from the universitys admissions portal to their printed online application forms. Such candidates shall be required to meet the minimum admission requirements. Copies of last years cut-off points for the various programmes are available at the sale centres for guidance. SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES Applicants who are applying into School of Medical Sciences should note that the programme is strictly feepaying

ONLINE APPLICATIONS Online applicants should visit www.ucc.edu.gh, go to Admissions and then click on Apply Online for further instructions. SUBMISSION OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS All applicants will be given three (3) pre-paid envelopes, two of which are blank official envelopes will be provided and should be self-addressed by 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 or Post-Diploma. Application forms received without Application Reference Numbers, WASSCE/SSSCE results slips, transcripts and certificates for post-diploma applicants will not be processed. A change of programme after the submission of application form would NOT be allowed. Completed online application forms accompanied by copies of results slip should be sent by POST and NOT delivered by hand.

Completed application forms should reach the Deputy Registrar, Division of Academic Affairs (DAA),

University of Cape Coast March 29, 2013.

not

later

than

Friday,

Applicants are to ensure that online application forms are posted early enough to reach the Admissions Office before the deadline for submission of completed application forms. No additional documents will be accepted after submission of completed application forms. Applicants are to note that only photocopies of certificates or result slips should accompany completed application forms. Original results/certificates of applicants offered admission will be inspected before registration. The documents accompanying the application forms are not returnable

PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE FOR 2013/2014 ACADEMIC YEAR

The following programmes are available for the 2013/2014 Academic year. SSSCE/WASSCE applicants should ensure that the programme codes indicated as their 1st and 2nd choice options on the online application forms are the same as those indicated below.

FACULTY OF ARTS
Programmes 01 02 03 04 06 07 08 B.A. (Arts) B.A. (African Studies) B.A. (Theatre Studies) B. Mus. B.A. (Film Studies) B.A. (Dance) B.A. (Communication Studies) B.A. (Arts)

B. Mus.

FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Programmes
Code SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates Post-Diploma Candidates

09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 53

B.Ed. (Arts) B.Ed. (Social Sciences) B.Ed. (Social Studies) B.Ed. (Management) B.Ed. (Physical Education) B.Ed. (Science) B.Ed. (Mathematics) B.Ed. (Computer Science) B.Ed. (Basic Education) B.Ed. (Early Childhood Education) B.Ed. (Home Economics) B.Sc. (Psychology) B.Ed. (Accounting)

B.Ed. (Physical Education) B.Ed. (Science) B.Ed. (Mathematics) B.Ed. (Basic Education)

B.Ed. (Home Economics)

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Programmes

21 23 24 25 26 29 43 B.Sc. (Molecular Biology & Biotech.) B.Sc. (Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences) B.Sc. (Entomology & Wildlife) B.Sc. (Human Biology) B.Sc. (Biochemistry) B.Sc. (Environmental Sciences) B.Sc. (Nursing)

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 MEDICAL SCIENCES

Code
44

Programme
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB, Ch B)

SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE
Code 54 Programmes Post-Diploma Candidates

B.Sc. (Agricultural Extension & Community Development)

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

Code 46

47 48
52 56

Programmes SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates Post-Diploma Candidates B.Sc. (Tourism Management) B.Sc. (Tourism Management) B.A. (Population & Health) B.A. (Social Sciences) B.Sc. (Hospitality Management)
B.A. (Anthropology B.Sc. (Geography & Regional Planning)

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Code

Programmes SSSCE/WASSCE Candidates Post-Diploma Candidates Bachelor of Management Studies Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Management Studies Bachelor of Commerce

49
50

ELECTIVE SUBJECTS AND CODES FOR SSS APPLICANTS ONLY

CODE ELECTIVE SUBJECTS CODE ELECTIVE SUBJECT

CODE

SUBJECTS

001 012 013 014 015 016 017 018 019 020 Electronics Auto Mechanics Applied Electricity Metalwork Woodwork Building Construction Tech. Draw & Eng. Science 024 025 026 027 028 029 030 Typewriting (40w.p.m.) 023 Clerical & Office Duties 022

General Agriculture

011

Prin. of Costing

021

Management in Living Clothing & Textiles Foods & Nutrition Gen. Knowledge in Art Basketry Leatherwork Graphic Design Picture Making Ceramics Sculpture

002

Farm Mechanisation

003

Horticulture

004

Agric. Econs. & Ext.

005

Animal Husbandry

006

Forestry

007

Fisheries

008

Crop Husb. & Horticulture

009

Business Management

010

Financial Accounting

031
040 041 042 043 044 045 046 Geography Economics 053 054 History 052 Twi (Asante) 051 Twi (Akwapim) 050 Music Biology Physics Chemistry Nzema 049 Ga 048

Textile

039

Fante

047

Government
Christian Rel. Studies Islamic Religious Studies

032

English Language

033

Literature in English

034

French

035

Dangbe

036

Dagaare

037

Dagbani

038

Ewe

Elective Mathematics