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Locations: Cape Coast, Ghana
Delivery Type: Blended, On Campus, Online
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The University of Cape Coast – or UCC – in Ghana started out in 1962 as a solution to the serious shortage of skilled workers in Ghanaian education. There were 2 other public institutions which, at the time, were not able to train the staff needed for teacher training colleges and technical institutions. UCC satisfied this necessity. Now, it is a prestigious public research university in the Central Region of the Republic of Ghana. Its motto is ‘Veritas Nobis Lumen,’ meaning ‘Truth, Our Guide.’Show more

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  • Education
  • Biological Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Sociology
  • Law
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University of Cape Coast Campuses are located in:
  • Cape Coast, Ghana
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    it a very discipline university

    my opinion about cc is i see the school to be very discipline in all field,and what i like about ucc is the lecturer are knowledgeably and the library resource are good .sometime accommodation situation is challenging

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    Programme: School of Arts and Sciences
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Cape Coast
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  • School of ...
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    Effective studies

    This university is one of the best in my country. There are a lot of things I like about the school but the best among the rest is the fact that classes are very effective.
    One thing I dislike is how late lectures can delay lessons. Sometimes it’s too dangerous due to safety reasons.

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    Programme: School of Education
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2026
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Cape Coast
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  • Bachelor of ...
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    University campus experience and student life

    My first University experience at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) was challenging especially in academics. This was as a result of the academic competitiveness the school offers. As a student, the environment encouraged discipline, independence, and a strong commitment to learning.
    One of the things I liked most about the university was the academic structure and quality of teaching. The curriculum was well-organized to include extracurricular activities. There were more emphasis on academic integrity, critical thinking and skills that are essential in the professional world.

    I enjoyed the sense of community, with students from different backgrounds coming together through group studies, student associations, religious groups, and extracurricular activities. The campus itself is serene and conducive to learning, with green spaces that create a calm atmosphere despite academic pressure.
    One of the biggest challenges is on-canpus housing and accommodation. The school does not have enough accommodation to accommodate its students and as a result, students are forced to find their own accommodation at a higher cost. And also, the connectivity of lecture theatres are very low. Students have to walk to and fro to attend lectures in the case of having different lectures at different theatres.

    Overall, what compells me to choose University of Cape Coast to other universities in Ghana is the academic integrity it offers.

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    Programme: Bachelor of Education Management
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Cape Coast
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  • Bachelor of ...
    Education in Science
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    Discipline

    The school is bent on academic discipline and ensures that it instills same in students who apply to be part of the school’s community. I will recommend this to anyone who want to excel in his/her academic work to consider this school. They have the necessary facilities that will make your stay in the school worth it. The lectures are well trained teachers who are well equipped in their subject areas and ready to thrill you on your academic journey.

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    Programme: Bachelor of Education in Science
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2020
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Cape Coast
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  • Bachelor of ...
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    An outstanding learning experience

    1._Strong reputation, especially for research and in the region
    _•_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 infrastructure

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    Programme: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Cape Coast
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