MEd Science Education at University of Cape Coast

Programme overview

The MEd Science Education is a postgraduate taught pathway in the Department of Science Education (College of Education Studies), delivered full time on the Cape Coast campus over 1 year full time, 2 years part time. It combines core modules, electives, seminars and a dissertation or capstone project for professional and analytical progression. Confirm the current structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

College: College of Education Studies | School: Department of Science Education | Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time | Location: Cape Coast, Ghana

What you will study

Core modules lead into electives, seminars and a dissertation or capstone project. 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

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 full time, 2 years part time.

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

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