The University of Cape Coast (UCC), in partnership with the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) through the Institute of Education, is inviting applications for its 5-Semester Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) Sandwich Programmes in Secondary Education for the 2026/2026 academic year.
This programme is designed for basic school teachers who want to upgrade their qualifications and acquire the necessary training to teach at the Senior High School (SHS) level.
Programme Structure
- Duration: 5 sandwich semesters
- Mode: Runs during long vacations, with six weeks of intensive study each session
- Target Group: Diploma in Basic Education (DBE) holders who wish to transition into secondary education teaching
- Outcome: Bachelor of Education degree in the chosen specialisation, recognised by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)
Courses Offered Under the UCC Sandwich Programmes for Secondary Education
Applicants can choose from the following specialisations:
- B.Ed. Mathematics
- B.Ed. Science
- B.Ed. Arts
- B.Ed. Social Studies
- B.Ed. Social Sciences
- B.Ed. Home Economics
- B.Ed. Management
- B.Ed. Accounting
- B.Ed. Information Technology
General Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission into the UCC Sandwich Programmes for Secondary Education, applicants must:
Calculate Your 2026 COLA Increase →- Hold a Diploma in Basic Education (DBE) from an accredited institution (Ghana or international equivalent)
- Possess SSSCE/WASSCE passes in at least two relevant elective subjects
- Meet specific subject requirements for the chosen programme
Specific Course Requirements
1. B.Ed. Mathematics
- DBE (Science & Mathematics Option)
- Credit in Elective Mathematics and one of: Chemistry, Physics, Economics (SSSCE/WASSCE)
2. B.Ed. Science
- DBE (Science & Mathematics Option)
- Credit in any two: Chemistry, Physics, Elective Mathematics, Biology
3. B.Ed. Arts
- DBE (General)
- Credit in any two: Christian/Islamic Religious Studies, History, Literature in English, French, Ghanaian Language
4. B.Ed. Social Sciences
- DBE (General)
- Credit in any two: Economics, Geography, Elective Mathematics
5. B.Ed. Social Studies
- DBE (General)
- Credit in Geography and one of: Economics, History, Government
6. B.Ed. Home Economics
- DBE (General)
- Credit in any two: Food & Nutrition, Clothing & Textiles, Management in Living, General Knowledge in Arts, Biology, Chemistry
7. B.Ed. Management
- DBE (General)
- Credit in Business Management and any two: Accounting, Costing, Economics, Elective Mathematics
8. B.Ed. Accounting
- DBE (General)
- Credit in Accounting and any two: Business Management, Costing, Economics, Elective Mathematics
9. B.Ed. Information Technology
- DBE (General)
- Credit in any two: Economics, Business Management, Accounting, Elective Mathematics
Important Note
The UCC Sandwich Programme for Secondary Education is only open to basic school teachers who already hold a Diploma in Basic Education. Applicants without a DBE or those who have not passed the DBE are not eligible.
How to Apply
- Purchase an e-voucher from any Ghana Post Office or approved UCC sales point (including GCB Bank, ADB, CBG, Republic Bank, Prudential Bank, Zenith Bank).
- Visit the online portal – apply.ucc.edu.gh
- Select your programme, fill in the required details, and submit your application before the stated deadline.
For more information, visit the official University of Cape Coast website or contact the Institute of Education’s Admissions Office.
