MPhil Soil Science at Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development

Programme overview

The MPhil in Soil Science combines advanced coursework with a supervised thesis in the School of Graduate Studies, delivered full time on the Kumasi campus over 2 years. It prepares graduates for doctoral study, lecturing and research roles. A research proposal is required at application.

College: AAMUSTED | School: School of Graduate Studies | Duration: 2 years | Location: Kumasi, Ghana

What you will study

Advanced coursework leads into supervised thesis research with research methods training. Confirm the current course structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

Career pathways

University lecturing and research, think tanks, industry research and policy advisory roles.

Official programme catalogue.

Application information

Graduate entry

A good first degree (Second Class Lower minimum) in a relevant field, plus transcripts and references via the School of Graduate Studies. MPhil applicants need a research proposal. PhD applicants need a research masters with thesis plus a doctoral proposal and interview.

Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission. Competitive programmes set higher cut offs each year.

View official requirements

International applicants: USD 2,800 a year (2024/2025). Provisional foreign-student fee 2024/2025, Masters, all programmes, fresh students (includes USD 200 residence permit/non-citizen card for non-residents). No 2025/2026 foreign schedule found. Source

Fees are published yearly by the university and vary by college, regular versus fee paying routes and Ghanaian versus international status. Budget additionally for residential charges, practical levies and field trips where applicable.

Admissions portal | Official website.

Main intake: September each academic year. Duration: 2 years.

Confirm live deadlines on the admissions portal before you submit documents.

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Check the entry requirements and cut off for your route.
Create an applicant profile on the admissions portal and buy the application voucher.
Select MPhil Soil Science, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
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