Distance Learning

Distance Learning

Institute Of Distance Learning
Admission of Candidates to Undergraduate and Postgraduate DegreeProgrammes
for the Academic Year

It is announced for the information of prospective Applicants and the general public that Application Forms for Admission to the following programmes of the University through theDistance LearningModefor the Academic Year are now on sale:

1. Postgraduate Degree Programmes:

1. Commonwealth Executive Master ofBusinessAdministration (CEMBA)
2. Commonwealth Executive Master of Public    Administration (CEMPA)
3. MBA Specialization (For CEMBA/CEMPAGraduates)
4. MPhil/MSc. IndustrialMathematics
5. MSc Environmental Science
6. MSc Food Quality Management
7. MPhil/MSc. InformationTechnology
8. MPhil Post Harvest Technology (Horticulture)
9. MPhil/MSc. Logistics and Supply Chain Management
10. MPhil/MSc.HealthInformatics
11. Master of Public Administration
12. MPhil/MSc.BusinessConsulting and Enterprise Risk Management
13. MPhil/MSc. Educational Innovation and Leadership Science
14. MA Sociology
15. MPhil/MSc. IndustrialFinanceand Investment
16. MSc. Development Management
17. MPhil/MSc.  Political Studies
18. Master ofEducationDegree (MEd)
19. Postgraduate Diploma inEducation(PGDE)
20. MSc. Applied Statistics
21. MSc.Accounting
22. MSc. Economics
23. MPhil/MSc. Forensic Science
24. MPhil. Solid State Physics
25. MSc. Petroleum Geophysics
26. MPhil. Meteorology and Climate Science
27. MPhil/MSc. Mineral and Groundwater Exploration Geophysics
28. MPhil. Materials Science
29. MSc. Project Management
30. MSc. Actuarial Science
31. MSc. Human Nutrition and Dietetics

Top Up Undergraduate Programmes on Offer:

• BSc.BusinessAdministration
• BSc. Geomatic Engineering
• BSc. Agricultural Engineering
• BSc. Mechanical Engineering
• BSc. Computer Science
• BSc. Statistics
• BSc. Computer Engineering
• BSc. Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics
• BSc. Construction Technology & Management
• BSc. Actuarial Science
• BSc. Information Technology
• BSc. Petroleum Engineering (online only)
• BSc. Chemical Engineering (online only)
• BSc. Physics
• B.A. Social Work
• B.A. Sociology
• BSc Telecommunication Engineering

A. Entry requirements for postgraduate programmes

1. Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration (CEMBA)
2. Commonwealth Executive Master of Public Administration   (CEMPA)

The CEMBA/CEMPA programmes are designed by Commonwealth of Learning (COL) to help busy practicing professionals, managers and public officers to gain a higher level of competency in their respective functions, and expand their perspective to encompass a more international outlook. The programmes are offered through distance education, a learner-oriented system allowing greater flexibility in learning while students continue with their regular work.  At the heart of the programmes are the excellent learning materials licensed from some of the top universities across the Commonwealth.

The entry requirements for admission to the programmes are:

• A good First degree in any discipline, preferably Second class lower or better.
• Professional qualification (that is chartered level) eg. ACCA, CA, ICA, ICM.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in senior management/leadership position
• Satisfactory score in the CEMBA/CEMPA Admission Test. The admission test consists of multiple choice questions designed to test applicants’ capabilities in the following areas: General knowledge; English Language; Quantitative Aptitude; and Reasoning/critical thinking.

3. MBA WITH SPECIALIZATION in the following areas:

• Logistics and Supply Chain Management;
• Human Resource Management;
• Finance;
• Accounting; and
• Marketing.

The one-year top-up specializationprogrammeis designed for CEMBA/PA graduates to gain MBA specialization and identify themselves in specialised fields in their career paths.

Delivery would be by the E-mode with limited face-to-face sessions in Kumasi andAccracentres.

Entry Requirement:A degree in CEMBA/PA.

4. MPhil/MSc. Industrial Mathematics

The programme is designed to equip mathematically oriented graduates with powerful and up-to-date knowledge and skills in modelling and computational techniques that can be directly applied to solve real life problems that occur in critical areas of industry such ashealth, environment, energy, manufacturing, financial, agricultural, security, communications, transportation, rural and urban management sectors.

Entry requirementis a good First Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or Computer Science.

5. MSc. Environmental Science

This programme is open to candidates with a good first degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Geography, Culture andTourism, Natural Resource Management and Agriculture.

6. MPhil. Post Harvest Technology (Horticulture)

The programme is to train candidates in various technologies in the prevention of post harvest losses.

Application is opento candidates with a good first degree in Agriculture, Post Harvest Technology, Natural Resource Management and Biological Sciences.

7. MPhil / MSc. Logistics and Supply Chain Management

The programme is designed to provide an opportunity for candidates to study contemporary theory and practice as well as pragmatic issues in the field of supply chain and logistics through extensive industrial field trips which would constitute part of the programme.

It is basically targeted at purchasing, supply chain and warehouse managers as well as logistics managers in diverse fields of practice who will wish to upgrade themselves.

Entry Requirements:

• First degree in logistics and supply chain management with second class lower division or better.
• First degree in any discipline with appreciable work experience in supply chain, logistics or transport management.

8. MPhil / MSc. Health Informatics

The course is designed for a wide range of people including medical lab technicians, nurses, midwives, medical practitioners, paramedics, and IT managers who want to keep ahead in this rapidly advancing field of health informatics.

Candidates must have one of the following:

(i) First degree with at least Second Class Lower division from a recognised university in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Technology and Communication, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, Environmental Science, Biological Science, Human Biology, Nursing, Paramedics, Midwifery, Pharmacy, HerbalMedicine, Medical Laboratory, Biomathematics, Biostatistics, Engineering, Mathematics or Qualitative Programmes;

(ii) Applicants whose first degrees are not listed under (i) above but have worked in the medical field for at least three years may be considered.

9. MPhil/MSc. Information Technology

Candidates must have one of the following:

A first degree with at least second class Lower from an accredited University or University College in any of the following areas:

Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Communication Technology, Business Information Technology, Mathematics, Engineering, Social Science with a strong background in Mathematics.

Students with weak Computer Science background, especially in programming eg. Social Science students, may be required to take extra courses as may be deemed necessary by the Department.

10. MPhil/MSc in Business Consulting and Enterprise Risk Management         

The programme is open to working professionals fromGhanaand other countries who want to develop a career in Business Consulting & Enterprise Risk Management. The entry requirements for admission to the programme are:

1. A good Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least a second class lower or better.
2. Professional qualifications (i.e. Chartered Level) in Accounting, Banking, Finance, Administration, Marketing, Management, Insurance, Risk Management, etc. (e.g. ACCA, CIM, CFA, CFM).

11. MSc. Food Quality Management (IDL)

The programme is designed for candidates with requisite qualifications who are already working in the food sector. The goal is to enable candidates to understand the scope of total quality management and ISO based quality systems. It is expected that the training shall build the skills of candidates in understanding consumers’ behaviour, maintaining quality and improving safety in food industries. The programme shall also provide the scientific, technological and managerial skills needed for graduates wishing to follow career prospects in food quality management in agribusinesses, research and public administration. Finally, students shall develop the skills required to develop problem-based and learning approaches together with critical thinking skills.

Entry Requirements

a)      A BSc degree in Food Science and Technology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Nutrition Science, Biology, Agricultural Engineering or Chemical Engineering or any closely related science or technology BSc programme from a recognized university.

12. MSc. Development Management

The Development Management programme is established under the auspices of United Nations Universities (UNU) and implemented by a network of Universities in South Africa, Northern Africa and Europe. The entry requirement for admission to the programme is: A good Bachelor’s degree, preferably second class lower or better in any of the following disciplines: The Built Environment such as Planning, Building Technology, Land Economy and Architecture; Business; Social Sciences or Engineering.

13. MPhil/MSc. Industrial Finance and Investments

The MSc/MPhil Industrial Finance and Investments programme is developed with   the broader aim of producing new generation of Financial Managers and Investment Analysts; and promoting techniques of achieving financial and investment systems efficiency. The course content provides a sound, broadly-based education covering the advanced principles in finance, financial markets and institutions, treasury and investments. By working closely with industry to understand their needs, the programme is designed to produce graduates with the knowledge and skills that businesses tell us they require.

Entry requirements:

i.  A good First degree, preferably Second class lower or better in the following disciplines: Accounting; Commerce; Business Administration; Banking and Finance; Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Actuarial Science; Engineering, Physics, Computer Science and related disciplines.
OR
ii. A final Professional Certificate (i.e. Chartered Level) from ACCA, ICAG, CFA and CIMA plus a minimum of 2 years working experience.

14. MPhil / MSc. Educational Innovation and Leadership Science

The programme is open to individuals fromGhanaand other countries who want to obtain professional qualification in Educational Leadership, Planning and Management.

Entry requirementis any good Bachelor’s degree, preferably second class lower or better in any discipline.

15. MPhil/MSc in Political Science

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts or Science. Admission preference would be given to candidates with background in Political Science.

16.MSc/MPhil Public Administration

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts or Science. Admission preference would be given to candidates working within the Public Service.

17. MA Sociology

This programme aims at providing students with the ability to undertake advanced studies in various branches of sociological interest and opportunities for consolidating and developing a general competence in sociological analysis.

Applicants must have a first degree in Sociology or Social Work with at least a Second class Lower Division. Applicants with first degrees in other academic disciplines may also be considered.

18. Master of Education Degree (MEd)/Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

Substantial percentage of University graduates in Ghana find themselves in the teaching field. These graduates engage in teaching without the requisite technical skills needed to translate their acquired knowledge into manageable content that students would appreciate and assimilate. This programme is designed to train the teacher at all levels, including the UniversityLecturerin the rudiments of effective delivery to students.

Applicants are required to hold a first degree in an appropriate field of study from a recognized university. Applicants with a Graduate Diploma in Education may be considered for admission.

19. MSc. APPLIED STATISTICS

M.Sc. Applied statistics programme is designed for graduates who have professional interest in the use of statistics in everyday life. Graduates in humanities, social sciences, life and health sciences and those who have a need to use statistics in their work but have not had sufficient or current training in applied statistics.

Entry Requirements

• A bachelors degree (with at least second class lower division) in Statistics, Mathematics or a mathematical related Degree such as Actuarial Science, Economic Computer science etc
• Any other degree plus a Graduate Diploma in Statistics.

20. MSc.  ACCOUNTING

MSc. Accounting Program is developed with the broader aim of creating a new generation of accountants, through the provision of sound and broad-based education that covers the advanced principles and application of accountancy.

It further hopes to equip students with solid grounding and knowledge in quantitative techniques, appraisals and evaluation of relevant financial issues.

The new program encourages an in-depth engagement and understanding of the accountancy professions.

Entry Requirements

1. Applicants are required to hold at least a second class lower degree in any of the following:

i.            accounting;
ii.           any other degree with option in accounting; e.g., BSc Mathematics with accounting;
iii.           any other degree with part qualification from recognised professional accountancy bodies such as: ICAG, ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA, etc.

2. Any other degree with at least second class lower but without adequate foundation in accountancy. These prospective students who get admission into the programme via this route would be required to do additional courses to upgrade them to the requisite level.

21. MPhil/MSc. Forensic Science

The MSc./MPhil. Forensic Science programme is a one/two academic year programme, designed for science degree graduates who want to learn about the balance of science and law appropriate for practicing as forensic scientists.

The entry requirement for admission to the programme is:

A good first degree, preferably second class lower or better in the following programmes: Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacy or Human Biology. Candidates who are already employed in the relevant forensic related areas would be considered for admission.

22. MPhil Solid State Physics

This programme has been developed to train candidates into well-qualified scientists, engineers and technologists who would drive industrial and scientific development. The programme is offered using the distance learning platform, a learner-oriented system allowing greater flexibility in learning while students continue with their regular work.

A good first degree, preferably second class lower or better in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science or any other related discipline is required for admission onto the programme.

The programme would span a period of two academic years.

23. MSc. Petroleum Geophysics

The one-year MSc. Petroleum Engineering programme is aimed at candidates who wish to gain a well-focused and applied technical background that prepares them for a professional career in geophysics. The programme also enables candidates who are already working in the petroleum industry and wish to enhance their technical skills and qualifications the opportunity to do so.

Applicants should have a degree, minimum of second class lower from a recognized university in any of the following fields: Physics, Engineering Physics, Geology, Earth Science, Mathematics/Statistics, Engineering or other related fields.

People who satisfy the above requirement and are working in the oil and gas industry can also apply

24. MPhil Meteorology and Climate Science

This is a two-year programme aims at training candidates to acquire the technical skills for working in a meteorological agency or for teaching or conducting research in any institution.

• Applicants are to have at least a minimum of second class lower degree in the under listed areas: Meteorology and Climate Science, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science or Geography.
• Candidates who have a Diploma in Meteorology with at least three years working experience could also apply.

25. MPhil./MSc. Mineral and Groundwater Exploration Geophysics

The MSc. /MPhil. Programme in Mineral and Groundwater Exploration is a one/two academic year programme which is designed towards providing candidates with a firm grounding in basic and advanced concepts and methods and producing highly qualified geophysicists.

• To qualify for the programme, applicants should have at least a second class lower degree in Physics, Engineering Physics, Geology, Mathematics/Statistics or any Engineering discipline from any recognized University.

Applicants who satisfy the above requirement and are working in the oil and gas industry may have an advantage.

26. MPhil. Materials Science

This is a two-year programme open to candidates with a first degree, preferably, second class lower or better in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Engineering or Computer Science.

The programme provides candidates with in depth knowledge on key elements for new technologies as well as basic science of materials from semiconductors, ceramic and polymers to superconductors and biomaterials aimed at solving global needs.

27. MSc. Project Management

The MSc. Project Management programme is aimed at preparing candidates for a range of managerial and executive functions relating to projects in an industry. Also, the programme has been developed to bridge the continuous human resource deficit in this area and provide project management professionals with the knowledge required to reduce the challenges of planning, regulating, executing andmonitoringproject activities in an acceptable manner within any socio-economic environment.

The pre-requisite for admission to this programme are:

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (at least a second class lower or better) in any field or discipline; and
• Candidates who have a minimum of two years relevant industrial or research experience may have an advantage.

28. MSc. Actuarial Science

The two-year Master’s programme in Actuarial Science is open to applicants with at least a minimum of second class lower degree in the following programmes:

Actuarial Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering Accounting, Finance, Economics or any programme within the Mathematical Sciences with evidence of Mathematical or quantitative ability.

29. MSc. Human Nutrition and Dietetics

This programme is designed to build the capacity and produce a cadre of health personnel with requisite knowledge and skills in the field of human nutrition and dietetics aimed at promoting nutritional health and wellbeing in Ghana and beyond.

Candidates with a Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent (second class lower or better) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Food Science and other related courses may apply.

30. Master of Education

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) programme aims at inculcating pedagogical skills intohigher educationstudents, graduates and graduate non-professional teachers who seek to attain the status of a professional teacher. Successful applicants would have the opportunity to specialize in these areas: Curriculum Design and Development,Art Education, Art Therapy, Educational Technology, Instructional Design and Technology, Educational Assessments, Adult Education, University Teaching and Online Teaching and Learning (Distance Education).

Applicants should hold:

A first degree (second class lower or better) in an appropriate field of study from a recognized University.

B. All applicants must pass a written examination and/or an interview. Applicants who wish to pursue the MPhil must submit (in about 500 to 700 words) the following:
(a) An outline of research proposal
(b) Statement of purpose

31. MSc. Economics

         Options in;

• Money, Banking and Finance
  
• Energy and Resource EconomicsOption ( at the Accra Centre only)

The MSc. Economics is one-year advanced degree programme in the Economic Sciences designed to train professionals for industry both at home and abroad. The rationale is to develop competences in three core courses: macroeconomics, microeconomics and econometrics plus a host of relevant electives. The entry requirements for admission to the programme are:

1. A good First degree, preferably Second class lower or better in the following disciplines: BA/BSc. Economics, BA/BSc. Economics (with Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Geography, Law, Sociology, Political Science, and History); Bachelor of Business Administration, BSc. Mathematics/Statistics/Engineering /Physics/Actuarial Science/ Environmental Science/ Land Economy/Natural Resource Management; BA/BSc Geography/Geography and Resource Development/Geography and Rural Development/Geography and Regional Planning; and related disciplines.
2. Satisfactory score in theMSc EconomicsAdmission Test.

B. All applicants must pass a written examination and/or an interview. Applicants who wish to pursue the MPhil must submit (in about 500 to 700 words) the following:
(a) An outline of research proposal
(b) Statement of purpose

C. Duration of the Programmes

All postgraduate programmes are for duration of between 1.5 to 2 Academic Years.

D. Diploma in Architectural Technology (2-year programme)

Entry requirement:

1. WASSCE/SSCE holders who have credit in three (3) core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science plus credit in three (3) elective subjects.
2. ORDINARY LEVEL holders with credit in at least five (5) subjects at G.C.E. “O” level (or its equivalent including English and Mathematics).
3. PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE IN ARCHITECTURAL DRAUGHTSMANSHIP with passes at SSCE/WASSCE in English, Mathematics and Integrated Science.
4. CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE (CTC) 1& 2 and other related professional certificates.
5. FOREIGN APPLICANTS and allotherswho have any of the above qualifications or their equivalent from an accredited institution.

Entry Requirements for Top-Up Programmes

General Requirement for all Programmes

1. Applicants must have at least 5 (five) credits in GCE “O” Level, including English Language and Mathematics and at least 6 (six) credits in  SSSCE/WASSCE subjects in the relevant areas, including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science with an aggregate not exceeding 24.
2. All HND applicants should have obtained at least a Second Class Lower Division in the respective fields.

Specific Requirements

In addition to these general requirements, programme specific requirement is stated below.

A.  BSc. Business Administration

HND or its equivalent in business-related areas, such as (Accounting, Secretarial, Management, Purchasing and Supply, Marketing, etc.) Concentration for the programme is in the following areas:

1. Human Resource Management
2. Accounting
3. Banking and Finance
4. Marketing
5. Hospitality Management
6. Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Candidates shall continue in the areas of specialization in their respective programmes for the Top–up. Specializations would be mounted in specific centres depending on the number of qualified applicants.

B.  BSc. Geomatic Engineering

HND in Surveying or Diploma in Geodetic/Geomatic Engineering or its equivalent.

C.  BSc. Agricultural Engineering

HND in Agricultural Engineering or its equivalent Diploma certificate.

D.  BSc. Computer Engineering

HND in Computer Engineering/Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Telecommunication Engineering or an equivalent Diploma certificate.

E.  BSc. Construction Technology and Management (CTM)/Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics (QSCE)

HND in Building Technology or its equivalent diploma certificate. A sound background in mathematics is required.

F.  BSc. Mechanical Engineering

HND or its equivalent diploma certificate in any of the following Mechanical Engineering disciplines:

1. Production Engineering
2. Plant Engineering
3. Automobile Engineering
4. Refrigeration and Air- Conditioning
5. Foundry Technology

G.  BSc. Statistics

HND in Statistics or its equivalent diploma certificate.

H.  BSc. Computer Science

HND or its equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electronics, Data Processing, Information Systems/Sciences and any area related to any of the programmes listed.

I.  BSc. Actuarial Science

HND or equivalent Diploma Certificate in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Science or Accounting

University graduates holding a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science or Statistics

J.  BSc. Information Technology

HND or equivalent Diploma Certificate in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electronics, Data Processing, Information Systems/Sciences and any area related to any of the programmes listed.

A first degree in any Physical Sciences and Engineering programme may also apply.

K.  BSc. Chemical Engineering

HND or its equivalent in Chemical Engineering.

L.  BSc. Physics

HND or University Diploma in any of the Engineering Disciplines. Graduates from Colleges of Education (Training Colleges) may also apply.

M.  BSc. Petroleum Engineering

• HND in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Civil Engineering.
• First Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

N.  B.A. Social Work

Entry requirements:

1. Diploma in Social Work
2. Degree or Diploma in Education
3. Diploma from Teacher Training Colleges/ Nursing Training College
4. HND in Management or Human Resource Management
5. Degree or Diploma in Theology and Bible studies.

O.  B.A. Sociology

Candidates shall hold a diploma in any of the under listed programmes from an accredited University or Institution.

• Diploma in Social work,
• Diploma in Social Administration,
• Diploma in Police / Prison Administration
• Degree or Diploma in Education
• Diploma from Teacher Training Colleges
• Diploma from Nursing Training Colleges
• Degree or Diploma in Theology.

First Degree in any Social Science Programme

HND in Business Administration (i.e. Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, etc.)

How to Apply

On-line application e-vouchers can be obtained at the following places: All IDL Centers, Ecobank, HFC Bank, GCB Bank,UniBankand Fidelity Bank. Applicants should follow carefully the instructions on the voucher.

E-vouchers: May be purchased by bankers’ draft payable to the Institute of     Distance Learning,KNUSTfrom:

• KUMASI– The Office of the Director, Institute of Distance Learning, New Examination Block, KNUST Campus, Tel 0247274661 or 0500482885
• ACCRA– Catholic Institute of Business and Technology, Adabraka (formally, Social Advance Institute); contact Micheal Accra, Tel: 0500482875 or KNUST Accra City Campus, Accra; contact Mathias Adu Boahen or Luke Tel: 054692482876
• SUNYANI– University of Energy and Natural Resources; Contact Mr. Alfred Appiah, Tel: 0500482877
• HO–Ho Polytechnic, Volta Region; contact Madam Paulina Adzoyi, Tel 0500482873
• TAKORADI– Takoradi Polytechnic; contact Mr. Opintan-Baah Tel 0500482883
• KOFORIDUA– Gratis Foundation; Contact Mr. Foster Ofori, Tel. 0244811805 or Fedelia 0500482874
• TAMALE–Tamale Polytechnic, Contact Dr. Abubakari Abdul-Razak, Tel. 0500482879
• BOLGATANGA– Bolgatanga Secondary School, Contact Mr. Zoogar Mukasa, Tel. 050482880
• WA Centre: Jihann Training College, Contact Mr. Dominic Wanaa, Tel. 0500482878
• CAPE COAST: Cape Coast Polytechnic, Contact Mr. K. A. Simpson, Tel. 0500482882
• TECHIMAN: Contact Mr Toura 0205782024

Note:

1. Programmes would be mounted depending on the number of qualified applicantsand only centres with the requisite number of qualified applicants would operate. (please contact IDL office for details)
2. Facilitation may be a blend of online and face-to-face sessions on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) at the proposed Centres mentioned above.