Postgraduate Diploma in Education at Jackson University College

Programme overview

This diploma (1 year, full time on the Kumasi campus) in the Department of Basic Education offers practical career training with a top up route to a degree for strong graduates. Confirm the current structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

College: Jackson College of Education | School: Department of Basic Education | Duration: 1 year | Location: Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana

What you will study

Intensive postgraduate modules build professional knowledge with a route to a full masters for strong graduates. Confirm the current course structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

Career pathways

Teaching in basic and secondary schools, college tutoring, curriculum development, education management and postgraduate study in education.

Official programme catalogue.

Application information

Graduate entry

Credit passes in English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies, plus relevant electives or passes. Diploma holders with strong grades can progress to degree top up routes.

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

View official requirements

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: 1 year.

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

Check deadlines.

Check the entry requirements and cut off for your route.
Create an applicant profile on the admissions portal and buy the application voucher.
Select Postgraduate Diploma in Education, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
Track the portal for shortlisting and offer letters.

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