University of Cape Coast - UCC
speciality:
Psychology
What is a Psychology Degree?
Psychology is the favourite science for students who want to get into the depths of human feelings. This is considered to be the science of mind and behaviour. More specifically, psychology wants to explore the way people think, act, and feel, by appealing to the emotional side of people.
Passion can lead students to choose this specialisation. It is not considered a difficult one, but it is not very easy to approach, as the theoretical elements of the discipline are combined with the practical ones.
After studying Psychology, students choose to specialise in a particular sub-field. Depending on their preference, they can choose between Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Comparative Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Personality Psychology and many others.
Benefits of a Psychology Degree
Psychology is a great opportunity to get to know each other better and to get to know others. Thus, students who are looking to understanding human behaviour, feelings and mind gain an inside vision of what these notions really mean and what determines people to make certain decisions and act under different circumstances.
The employment rate among Psychology graduates has grown in recent years. Salaries are satisfactory, and young people can focus either on psychological services in schools, hospitals, treatment centres, clinics, depending on the specialisation chosen. Furthermore, Psychology graduates can integrate a career in social media, marketing, and advertising, as they understand best the reasons why people choose to make decisions according to what they see in real life.
Psychology Degree Structure
In the four years of Bachelor studies, graduates acquire the necessary knowledge to practice Psychology, initially learning the underlying theoretical notions. These notions become an important starting point in their career, seeing later how practice blends very well with theory. It should be noted that on the labour market, students who hold a Bachelor’s degree are much more appreciated and have an advantage over those who follow simple courses.
A Master’s program usually lasts between 2 and 3 years, coming as a complement to the Bachelor’s courses. Master courses have a much more loaded curriculum and a great deal of information. A Doctoral program is dedicated to students who want to do research in Psychology in various institutes or to become teachers. This has a duration of between 5 and 7 years.
7 Student Reviews
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Bachelor of ...8 months ago
StudentGHAn outstanding learning experience1._Strong reputation, especially for research and in the region
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_•_UCC has been ranked 1 in Ghana and 1 in West Africa in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings
2.Like many institutions in developing contexts, even with strong ambition and ranking, UCC may face challenges typical of Ghanaian universities: large class sizes, resource constraints, varying infrastructureProgramme: Bachelor of Arts in PsychologyDegree: Bachelor'sGraduation: 2024Delivery Type: On CampusCampus: Cape Coast -
Psychology9 months ago
FrancisGHexperimental learningUniversity of cape coast is an institution that stands for practicality and inclusive education which empowers students and makes them ready for the every day world and its endeavors.
also, the campus is serene and conducive for learning and has the most knowledgeable lecturers i have come across. affordable fess and low cost of leaving
View moreProgramme: PsychologyDegree: Short CourseGraduation: 2018Delivery Type: On CampusCampus: Cape Coast -
BSc Psychology10 months ago IsaacGHBest in academia.
About University Of Cape Coast,when you enroll in their courses you will get a hand on experience to the job markets.As a graduate from this top University in Ghana, you will be equiped with basic tools.
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BA (hons) ...06 Mar, 2023 StudentGHStudent life
There are no many student engagement activities as seen in other tertiary institutions. Entertainment, to me, is very low as there are several school activities to complete. In effect, your priority which is acing your courses gives no room for any other activity.
View moreProgramme: BA (hons) PsychologyDegree: Master'sGraduation: 2024Delivery Type: On CampusCampus: Cape Coast -
BA (hons) ...10 Nov, 2022 PatrickGHUniversity of Cape Coast
The University is highly equipped and resourced to capacity. The lecturers are professional and offer the best tuition. The University has libraries, hospital and security service. The University is located in the Central region of Ghana
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BA (hons) ...08 Nov, 2022 StudentGHUniversity of Cape Coast
University of Cape Coast is primarily the best University that has a high academic standard it is been rated as the best University in 16 west Africa member state In terms of research worldwide University of Cape Coast cannot be left out in the future the University is looking forward to be amongst the best in 66 member states in Africa
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BA (hons) ...23 Jul, 2022 JackieRigorous program
I loved it while I was there! The program was rigorous, especially when compared with other universities. One thing I would say is this place BUILT ME. It was amazing speaking with my friends from other universities because the difference is evident. The lecturers are amazing and it puts you to work. The place is far from Accra, that’s bad. But there are so many things to do on Cape Coast that you could also explore, and if you’re bored, Accra isn’t that far.
View moreProgramme: BA (hons) PsychologyDegree: Bachelor'sGraduation: 2010Delivery Type: On CampusCampus: Cape Coast
