MPhil Special Education at University for Development Studies

Programme overview

The MPhil in Special Education combines advanced coursework with a supervised thesis in the Faculty of Education, delivered full time on the Tamale campus over 2 years. It prepares graduates for doctoral study, lecturing and research roles. A research proposal is required at application.

College: Tamale Campus | School: Faculty of Education | Duration: 2 years | Location: Tamale, 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

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

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

Domestic applicants: GHS 9,000 a year (2026/2027). Admissions portal fee schedule (postgraduate), REGULAR, MPhil level 500. 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.

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 MPhil Special Education, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
Track the portal for shortlisting and offer letters.

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