UCC Undergraduate Sandwich Admission Forms 2024/2025
The University of Cape Coast (UCC) Sandwich Admission Forms for undergraduate, diploma and certificate programmes for the 2024/2025 academic year has been released online.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for admission into SANDWICH undergraduate (Bachelors), Diploma and Certificate programmes of the University of Cape Coast for the 2024 Sandwich Session. E-Vouchers for online application are up for sale at the Centres listed below:
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SALE CENTRES
- Cashier’s Office, University of Cape Coast (Mode of payment – CASH)
- University of Cape Coast – Accra Office, Tesano – Accra (Mode of payment – CASH)
- I-J Consult, Millennium City, (Off Pentecost Convention Centre Road), Kasoa (Mode of payment – CASH)
- Ghana Post Company Limited (Regional and District Capitals) – (Mode of payment – CASH)
- All Network Branches of GCB Bank Nationwide
- All Network Branches of ADB Bank Nationwide
- All Network Branches of GT Bank Nationwide
- All Network Branches of ARB Apex Bank Nationwide
- All Network Branches of Republic Bank Nationwide
- All Network Branches of Consolidated Bank Nationwide
- All Network Branches of Prudential Bank Nationwide
- All Network Branches of Zenith Bank Nationwide
COST OF E-VOUCHER – GH¢220.00
Deadlines for the sale of application e-vouchers and submission of completed application forms are Friday, 16th June, 2023 and Friday, 23rd June, 2023 respectively.
ONLINE APPLICATIONS
Online applicants should visit www.ucc.edu.gh then go to Admissions and click on Apply Online for further instructions. Applicants should select the CERTIFICATE, DIPLOMA or DEGREE SANDWICH application type.
Applicants are advised to select from the programmes listed below only.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION STUDIES
FACULTY OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS
DEPARTMENT OF BASIC EDUCATION
DIPLOMA PROGRAMME IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Direct Entry
- Post-Senior High School candidates with passes in 5 subjects. Three (3) of the (5) subjects must be in core subjects (including English language, Mathematics and either Integrated Science or Social Studies) and two elective subjects with a minimum aggregate of 24 for SSSCE and 36 for WASSCE or ‘O’ level
- Applicants with Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ or Certificate in Early Childhood Education from recognized institutions with GPA of 2.5 or better
Entry through Examination and Interview
- Applicants must be 25 years and above and must have written SSSCE, WASSCE, ‘O’ Level or an equivalent examination with at least three credit passes
- Applicants with certificate in Early Childhood Education from recognized institutions with GPA between 2.4 and 1.5.
TARGET GROUP
- Untrained early childhood teachers
- Teachers in Basic Schools interested in early childhood education
- Staff of NGOs working in child care institutions
- Staff of Ministry of Women and Children Affairs
DURATION
The programme will cover three (3) long vacation periods of eight (8) weeks each (August – October, 2023)
FEES
- Fresh students – GH¢ 4,032.00
- Diploma Year Two: – GH¢3,954.00
- Diploma Year Three: – GH¢3,631.00
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (POST-DIPLOMA) DEGREE PROGRAMME IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
- Direct Entry
Applicants with Diploma in Early Childhood Education from recognized institutions with a GPA of 2.5 or better
- Entry through Examination and Interview
Applicants with Diploma in Early Childhood Education from recognized institutions with GPA between 2.4 and 1.5.
TARGET GROUP
- Teachers in Basic Schools interested in early childhood education
- Staff of NGOs working in child care institutions
- Staff of Ministry of Women and Children Affairs
DURATION
The programme will cover two long vacation periods of eight (8) weeks each (August – October, 2023) and a December to January session (within two academic years).
FEES
- Fresh students – GH¢ 3, 697.00
- Continuing students: – GH¢ 2,933.00
For further information call 0332097559
DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE EDUCATION
- BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (SCIENCE) – POST DIPLOMA
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma in Basic Education (Science and Mathematics Option)
- Diploma in Basic Education (Technical Science Option)
- Higher National Diploma (HND) in any science related area from any accredited institution with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.5
DURATION
Three Sandwich Semesters – First Semester begins in August, 2023
FEES
- Fresh students – GH¢ 3, 648.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢ 3, 774.00
DEPARTMENT OF VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
- BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (COMMUNICATION DESIGN) POST DIPLOMA
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
- Holders of HND in Commercial Art or Industrial Art (Graphic Design/Communication Design option) from accredited local or international tertiary institutions
- Holders of Diploma in Art (Graphic Design or Communication Design) from accredited local or international institutions
- Holders of Diploma in Basic Education from accredited local or international tertiary institutions with Visual Art or Painting and Decorating background
- Holders of Diploma in Computer Graphics, Website Design, Photography, Animation, Multimedia, Advertising, Film Editing and Printing/Publishing from accredited local or international tertiary institutions
DURATION
Five Sandwich Sessions – First Semester: August – October, 2023
FEES
- Fresh students – GH¢ 3,738.00
Applicants are to note that this programme will be offered ONLY on UCC main campus.
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS EDUCATION (PAINTING OR SCULPTURE) POST-DIPLOMA
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
- Holders of HND Commercial Art or Industrial Art (Painting, Illustration or Painting and Decorating options) from accredited local or international tertiary institutions
- Holders of Diploma in Fine Art (Painting, Illustration or Painting and Decorating) from accredited local or international tertiary institutions
- Holders of Diploma in Basic Education from accredited local or international tertiary institutions with Visual Art or Painting and Decorating background
DURATION
Five Sandwich Sessions – First Semester: August – October, 2023
FEES
- Fresh students – GH¢ 3,738.00
Applicants are to note that this programme will be offered ONLY on UCC main campus.
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND LEGAL STUDIES
4.1 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND REGIONAL PLANNING
DIPLOMA IN TRANSPORT AND ROAD SAFETY MANAGEMENT
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
- Post SSCE/WASSCE: Candidates must obtain three (3) credit passes in English, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and or Social Studies. Additionally, candidates must have credit passes in Geography and one of the following subjects: Economics, Elective Mathematics/Statistics, Business Management, Government and History.
- Others: The programme is also available to candidates with certificates in basic road safety or fleet management or certificate in intermediate or advanced vocational/technical training
TARGET GROUPS
The programme targets drivers in governmental and non-governmental institutions/organizations, transport unions such as the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Kingdom Transport, Metro Mass Transport Services (MMTS), Progressive Transport Owners Association (PROTOA), Car Rentals as well as educational institutions in the country.
DURATION
Three (3) long vacation semesters lasting 8 weeks each. The first Semester begins in August, 2023.
FEES
- Fresh students – GH¢ 3,800.00
- Continuing students – GH¢ 3,500.00
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY
2-YEAR DIPLOMA IN SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants should possess any of the following:
- Certificate in Social Behaviour and Conflict Management from the University of Cape Coast
- SSCE or WASSCE Holders: The candidate must have credit passes (A-D) or (A1 – C6) in six subjects with an overall aggregate of 24 / 36 or better. Three of the six subjects must be core subjects including (English Language, Mathematics and either Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three must be in electives relevant to the programme
- GCE ‘A’ level passes in two subjects and ‘O’ level credit passes in English and Mathematics
- GCE ‘O’ level passes in five subjects including English and Mathematics
- Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’ with ‘O’ level credit passes English and Mathematics
- Stenographer Grade Two Certificate and any other related certificates.
TARGET GROUPS
The programme is open to interested persons who have any of the above qualifications. We would however wish to encourage workers in the protection agencies – the Police Service, Prison Service, Customs, Excise and Preventive Service, Fire Service, Immigration and National Disaster Management Organisation, Social Workers and Country Development Officers to apply.
Note: All applicants would be required to pass a selection interview to be conducted by the Department at a later date.
DURATION
Three (3) long vacation semesters lasting eight (8) weeks each. First Semester begins in August, 2023.
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢ 3,900.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢ 3,450.00
BACHELOR OF ARTS (POST-DIPLOMA) DEGREE PROGRAMME IN SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma in Social Behaviour and Conflict Management, University of Cape Coast (UCC).
- Related Diploma Certificates, such as:
- Diploma in Labour Studies – UCC, CDS, GIMPA, UG – Legon.
- Diploma in Social Work – University of Ghana, Legon
- Diploma in Education – UCC, UG
- Diploma in a related discipline
All candidates should have obtained at least Second Class lower at the Diploma level.
Note: All applicants would be required to pass a selection interview to be conducted by the Department at a later date
TARGET GROUPS
The programme is open to interested persons who have any of the above qualifications. In particular, workers in the protection agencies – the Police Service, Prison Service, Customs, Excise and Preventive Service, Fire Service, Immigration Service, National Disaster Management Organisation, Social Workers and Country Development Officers are encouraged to apply.
DURATION
Three (3) long vacation semesters lasting 8 weeks each. First Semester begins in August, 2023.
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢ 3,800.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢ 3,580.00
For further information, contact – office line: 03321-36072 Mobile Numbers: 0244089124, 0249240186
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF NURSING
B.Sc. NURSING
TARGET GROUPS
Professionals with Nursing Diploma who are currently working in the Health Services on a full or part-time basis.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must:
- Be a Registered General Nurse (RGN) with a diploma from a recognized institution, and must have a minimum working experience of not less than three (3) years.
- Have an active registration with the Nurses and Midwives Council (NMC).
- Pass a written test followed by a selection interview
If offered a place, the candidate must complete a health check and provide satisfactory references.
DURATION
Three (3) sandwich semesters each lasting eight (8) weeks followed by inter-semester courses during vacation.
First Semester: August – October, 2023
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢4,600.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢4,350.00
FOREIGN STUDENTS
- Fresh Students – $2,250.00
- Continuing Students – $2,100.00
For further enquiries please contact: 03320-91403
B.Sc. MIDWIFERY
TARGET GROUPS
Professionals with Midwifery Diploma who are currently working in the Health Services on a full or part-time basis.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicant must:
- Be a Registered Midwife (RM) with a diploma from a recognized institution, and must have a minimum working experience of not less than three (3) years.
- Have an active registration with the Nurses and Midwives Council (NMC).
- Pass a written test followed by a selection interview.
If offered a place, the candidate must complete a health check and provide satisfactory references.
DURATION
Three (3) sandwich semesters each lasting eight (8) weeks followed by inter-semester courses during vacation.
First Semester: August – October, 2023
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢4,600.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢4,350.00
FOREIGN STUDENTS
- Fresh Students – $2,250.00
- Continuing Students – $2,100.00
For further enquiries please contact: 03320-91403
B.Sc. (MENTAL HEALTH NURSING)
TARGET GROUPS
The programme is targeted at Mental Health Nurses who are currently working in the Health Services on a full or part-time basis.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicant must:
- Be a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a Diploma from a recognized institution with a minimum working experience of three (3) years.
- Have an active registration with the Nurses and Midwives Council (NMC).
- Pass a written test followed by a selection interview
If offered a place, the candidate must complete a health check and provide satisfactory references.
DURATION
Three (3) sandwich semesters each lasting eight (8) weeks followed by inter-semester courses during vacation.
First Semester: August – October, 2023
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢4,600.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢4,350.00
FOREIGN STUDENTS
- Fresh Students – $2,250.00
- Continuing Students – $2,100.00
For further enquiries please contact: 03320-91403
B.Sc. (COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH NURSING)
TARGET GROUPS
The programme is targeted at Mental Health Nurses who are currently working in the Health Services on a full or part-time basis.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicant must:
- Be a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a Diploma from a recognized Nursing Training College (NTC) with a minimum working experience of three (3) years.
- Have an active registration with the Nurses and Midwives Council (NMC).
- Pass a written test followed by a selection interview
If offered a place, the candidate must complete a health check and provide satisfactory references.
DURATION
Three (3) sandwich semesters each lasting eight (8) weeks followed by inter-semester courses during vacation.
First Semester: August – October, 2023
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢4,600.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢4,350.00
FOREIGN STUDENTS
- Fresh Students – $2,250.00
- Continuing Students – $2,100.00
For further enquiries please contact: 03320-91403
SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
BSc. HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
- A good HND or Diploma in either Statistics or Health Information, preferably first class, second class (upper or lower) division or its equivalent from a recognized tertiary institution
- Certificate in Health Information Management from the University of Cape Coast (UCC)
CERTIFICATE COURSE IN HEALTH INFORMATION OR ITS EQUIVALENT
(a). Applicants with six weeks and/or six months certificate from Kintampo or any recognized institution would be admitted into a two (2) semester Certificate (Access) Course.
- Applicants for the Certificate (Access) course must have a minimum of D or C6 in English Language and Mathematics
- Applicants with six weeks and/or six months certificate in Health Records will have to pass an entrance examination and interview
- The entrance examination will consist of an aptitude test and a general paper. Candidates who pass all the papers in the entrance examination will then qualify for an interview
Note: all candidates will be required to pass a selection interview
DURATION
- Four (4) long vacation periods (8 weeks each) for HND or Diploma holders to be completed within two (2) years
- Two (2) long vacation periods (8 weeks each) for Certificate/Access Course to be completed within one (1) year
TARGET GROUPS
The programme is targeted at Health Information Officers, Medical Records Staff, Health Insurance Staff, National Ambulance Service Staff, Data Managers, Data Analyst and any other health related professionals.
First Semester: August – October, 2023
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢3,800.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢3,500.00
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
BSc. MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE – POST DIPLOMA
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must:
- Possess a good HND / Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, preferably first class, second class (upper or lower) division or its equivalent from a recognized tertiary institution
- Applicants with BSc. in Applied Biology, Biological Sciences, Laboratory Technology or any other with a minimum of two years post qualification experience in the Clinical Laboratory are eligible to apply
ACCESS PROGRAMME INTO BSC. MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
- Applicants should be 25 years and above and must have practiced medical laboratory science for a minimum of three years
- Applicants must have a minimum of credit passes in English and Mathematics and a certificate in Medical Laboratory from a recognized institution
- Applicants with HND laboratory technology also qualify to enroll in the programme. Successful applicants will be invited for an interview.
- Graduates of the access program will be enrolled into the four (4) semester BSc. Medical Laboratory Science programme.
DURATION
Two (2) years (4 Semesters) for the BSc. Medical Laboratory Science ProgrammeTwo (2) Semester for the Access Programme
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢3, 500.00
- Continuing Students – GH¢3,100.00
DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
BSc. Nutrition- POST DIPLOMA
TARGET GROUPS
The programme is targeted at Nutrition Officers, Nutritionists, Community Health Nurses, Disease Control Officers, Diet Therapy Cooks and other Allied Health disciplines with Diplomas who may be practicing at a designated level within the scope of practice for Nutritionists and other Allied Health Professionals.
DURATION
Two (2) Sandwich Semesters
* First Semester begins in August, 2023
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢3,600.00
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF FORENSIC SCIENCES
B.SC. FORENSIC SCIENCE
TARGET GROUPS
Personnel of the Security Services in Ghana including the Police, Military, Prisons and Fire Services.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
- SSCE or WASSCE Holders: The candidate must have credit passes (A-D) or (A1 – C6) in six subjects with an overall aggregate of 24 / 36 or better. Three of the six subjects must be core subjects including (English Language, Mathematics and either Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three must be in general science electives (Chemistry, Physics, Elective Mathematics and Biology)
- GCE ‘A’ level Applicants: Five (5) at O’ level including English and Mathematics plus passes at the A’ level or equivalents in three (3) relevant subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Biology
- Mature Applicants: Applicants must be at least 25 years at the time of submitting the application. Five (5) credits at the O’ level including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) elective subjects including Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Biology
DURATION
Eight (8) sandwich semesters
First Semester: August – October, 2023
FEES:
- Fresh Students – GH¢5,000.00
ACCOMMODATION
The sandwich programmes are non-residential, and students outside Cape Coast will be responsible for securing their own accommodation on campus. There are accommodation options in the halls of residence to choose from.
COMPLETION OF APPLICATION FORMS
Applicants are advised to read, very carefully, instructions on the application forms before completing them.
Fees for all programmes should be paid into UCC Sandwich Admissions Account (Account Number 3021130000995, University of Cape Coast Branch) at any networked branch of Ghana Commercial Bank
