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University of Cape Coast - UCC
speciality: Economics

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What Is an Economics Degree?

Are you passionate about the business and finance sector? Do you follow the national and international news? Then, an Economics degree is the answer. It has always been one of the most sought-after degrees amongst youth. 

Economics degrees are designed to tackle all the issues that have an impact on financial situations, ranging from production to how resources are used. Candidates are trained to understand how the economy suffers fluctuations based on the market’s needs and wants followed by the market’s supply and demand.

By far one of the most crucial elements is that economics is divided into microeconomics and macroeconomic. Microeconomics deals with the economic behaviour at an individual level (companies, buyers, sellers and others), whilst macroeconomics illustrates the bigger picture, on a national or global scale (unemployment, economic growth, inflation and so on).

Benefits of an Economics Degree

Having an economics degree increases anyone’s chances to find a job, regardless of the field. This is mainly due to the fact that graduates hold many transferable abilities, such as analytical and problem-solving skills, that are suitable for any career. 

A study made by the London School of Economics and Political Science showed that graduates from an economics course have a starting salary of £33,000 per year. Having a job in the field right after graduation is a major positive aspect and comes with a lot of opportunities for career advancement.

Economics Degree Structure

Economics degrees are usually a three years commitment and sometimes are offered as part of a joint degree. This means that Economics can be studied along with another subject such as engineering, management, law, computer science and others.

This degree can be found either as a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA). The BSc focuses more on economical theory and statistical techniques, while BA is combined with social sciences and qualitative modules. 

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    The programme was an uprising job opportunity

    The university ensured that its students are equipped with the knowledge and skill and practical and intellectual skills that will aid them in the real world in terms of the work and daily lives.
    Lectures ensured that the topics need to be taught are done professionally and on time in addition with assignments and test to ensure that students have gripped each topics concepts.

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    Programme: Economics and Business
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Cape Coast
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    University for All

    University of Cape Coast offers equal opportunity to all.
    In February 2025, the University graduated inmates in the Nsawam Prisons as part of the University remarkable achievement. It has added value to the ordinary person thereby promoting gender equity.The inmates graduated with diploma and degree certificates
    This financed was by NGO .

    It has the largest distance education capacity in Ghana.
    It has distance education centers across all the regions of Ghana. I am a proud alumni of UCC College of Distance Education (CoDE) with B.COM Finance and graduated in May 2025. I’m grateful this offer. My center was Lutheran Madina Center.
    UCC do not entertain examination malpractices.
    I don’t like how they respond to urgency of students issue.

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    Programme: Economics and Finance
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2025
    Delivery Type: Blended
    Campus: Cape Coast
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    Elvis Kwabena
    Core experience

    Good teaching and learning environment with access to real life problem solving skills and regular practice. Ability to get hands on recurring and everyday problem with step by step solutions to such problems. Good environment for relaxed brains to function perfectly towards goals achievements.

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    Programme: Economics and Finance
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2027
    Delivery Type: Blended
    Campus: Cape Coast
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    My Experience

    I like the serene environment. Everything is situated in the school. I like the effectiveness of lectures. I like the way students respond to the things of the school. Everything here is just absolutely perfect to me.

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    Programme: Economics and Social Studies
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2019
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Cape Coast
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    Plagiarism

    The university has good record in terms of research and therefore the management of the university have designed a software and a robust system of checking plagiarized materials or research. This has improved the level of research in the school

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    Programme: Economics and Management, Strategy and Marketing
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2022
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Cape Coast
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    Christopher
    Quality training

    University of Cape Coast was established in the 1960s to champion the education of Ghana. Situated in the central region of Ghana, it core mandate was to train and prepare professional teachers for the education sector. However, it has evolved over time and it now has several colleges for people of all walks of life to read various programmes of their choice.

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    Programme: Economics and Social Studies
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2022
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    Obed
    University of cape coast

    I liked every aspect of the school and the program I studied, it deepened my understanding of social research and made an informed decision On my career prospects. The classrooms are of a modern stature with WiFi connections in almost every class. Also, a research common room for students to undertake their research with ease. Basically, the university of cape coast is one of the best universities in Ghana and it’s recognized nationwide for being first in research, high academic excellence and many more.

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    Programme: Economics and Social Studies
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2020
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    Hannah
    The School of Competitive Choice - University of Cape Coast

    I attained my bachelor’s degree in Social Science majoring in Economics and minoring in Sociology in one of the magnificent schools Ghana can boast of; the University of Cape Coast in the year 2020. One key interest in my programme of study is the ability to study human behaviour objectively. This programme vividly explains why people do what they do, the choices they make in transactions, and what society means to mankind. In the University, each respective programme according to their colleges has arranged classroom blocks well furnished to serve every student making studying easy and interesting. The number of classrooms, as well as sizes, are large enough to accumulate every student enrolled. Our second to none professors employed by the school management shape students through diverse ways to become the best. To continue, some number of problems faced by the school which I disliked were insufficient shuttles, increased theft cases, and insufficient hostels to serve continuing students. Nevertheless, these problems can be resolved through increased security checks and accumulating enough shuttles and hostels to accommodate students. Students at the University of Cape Coast though not all are highly religious. Decent dressing, as well as proper ethical codes, are held in high esteem. This is part of the many reasons why I will recommend this noble university to any applicant since passing through the corners of the school does not only improve your knowledge but also makes you responsible and socially fit. The University warmly welcomes every international student. These students will have good education while simultaneously enjoying the breeze from the coast. The school is disability-friendly too and welcomes everyone on board. Due to the fundamentals, I have achieved from this school, I am optimistic about my chances of getting the opportunity to work with a reputable institution where I will bring my knowledge, skills, and commitment to excellence.

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    Programme: Economics and Social Studies
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2020
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