Degree Type: 

Master of Philosophy

Department: 

Department of Chemistry

Modes of Study: 

Regular

Entry Requirements: 

1. Holders of a good B.Ed degree from any recognized university, and should have taught for not less than two (2) years after completion of their degree programmes.

2. Holders of a good B.A or B.Sc degree must, in addition, hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education(PGDE) or Postgraduate Certificate in Education(PGCE) from the University of Cape Coast or any recognized university and must have taught for not less than two(2) years after completion of their degree programme.

3. Applicants for MPhil in Educational Planning who have knowledge in Economics at the first degree level in addition to (1) and (2) above, will have an advantage.

4. MPhil in Administration in Higher Education: In addition to requirements under (1) and (2) above, applicants who have worked as administrators in Higher Educational Institutions for not less than two years will have an advantage.

5. Candidates would have to pass a selection interview.

Career Opportunities: 

 The specific objectives of the programme are to: Provide graduates with requisite knowledge in chemistry to contribute meaningfully national development. Equip graduates with practical skills applicable in the chemical industry. Train graduates capable of undertaking higher level chemical research

This is a two-year programme leading to MPhil degree in Chemistry. The first two semesters are devoted to course work and the last two semesters for research and thesis writing on a topic related to chemistry.