Entry Requirements into University of Education Winneba (UEW) Postgraduate Sandwich Programmes for the 2025/2026 Academic Year.
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Entry Requirements into UEW Undergraduate Sandwich Programmes
1. Master of Arts (M.A.) Programmes
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class Lower Division) in a relevant field from the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) or a recognized institution. Degrees may include:
- With Education component (e.g., B.Ed.)
- Without Education component (e.g., B.A., B.Sc.)
- Third Class graduates may be considered upon successful completion of:
- An entrance examination
- An admission interview
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) Programmes
- Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class Lower Division) from a recognized university in any discipline.
- Third Class degree holders may be considered if they:
- Have substantial work or professional experience, and
- Pass an entrance exam and interview
M.Sc. in Development Finance (Sandwich & Weekend Mode – 1 Year)
- Open to applicants from any academic discipline with a minimum Second Class Lower Division
- Third Class applicants require substantial professional experience
3. Master of Education (M.Ed.) Programmes
- Must possess a Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class Lower Division) in a relevant field from a Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) accredited institution.
- Applicants from non-Education disciplines must first obtain a:
- Diploma in Education
- Postgraduate Diploma in Education, or an equivalent qualification.
- Third Class or Pass degree holders, with or without Education component, must:
- Sit for an entrance examination, and
- Pass an admission interview
Note: Sandwich M.Ed. programmes last one academic year (two sessions). Students must complete a dissertation, and fees are paid per session.
4. International Applicants
- Must have a baccalaureate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from an accredited 4-year institution in:
- Counselling Psychology or a related field (e.g., Psychology, Guidance & Counselling, Social Work, Nursing)
- Must demonstrate English proficiency via:
- Previous instruction in English, or
- TOEFL score ≥86, or
- IELTS score ≥6.5
- Must be computer literate and able to use Microsoft Office and Google applications.
- Must pass a digital interview.
5. Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Weekend Mode (2 Years)
- Applicants must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class Division) in a related field from a recognized university, OR
- A Third Class degree with at least 5 years’ relevant work experience (requires passing an entrance exam and interview), OR
- Membership in a recognized professional accounting body under IFAC (e.g., ACCA, ICAG, CIMA, ICAEW)
- All applicants must also have at least one year of relevant professional experience
- Students are required to complete a dissertation
6. M.A. in Communication & Media Studies (Weekend and Regular Modes)
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class Lower Division) from any discipline is required
- Students who attain a GPA of 3.0 or higher during M.A. coursework may apply internally for a 1-year M.Phil. top-up
- Programme duration: 1 year, including a dissertation
7. Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching & Learning in Higher Education (PGDTLHE) – Weekend Mode
- Open to:
- New lecturers in tertiary institutions without formal training in teaching
- Master’s or Doctorate degree holders seeking to teach in tertiary institutions
8. Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Distance Mode)
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university
- Duration: 1 year, includes completion of a dissertation
9. M.Ed. in Teaching English as a Second Language (T.E.S.L.)
- Applicants must have:
- A good first degree (minimum Second Class Lower) in English Language, OR
- A Bachelor’s degree in any field, but must currently teach English
10. M.Ed. Programmes by CODEL – Distance Mode
- Applicants must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree with Education component in the relevant field, OR
- A B.A./B.Sc. degree without Education, plus a Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma in Education
- Subject-specific requirements may apply
11. M.Ed. Programmes by ITECPD – Distance Mode
- Applicants must have one of the following:
- A Bachelor’s degree with Education component in the subject area and at least 2 years of teaching experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in a subject-specific area, plus a Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate in Education
- These programmes train graduates to serve as Mentors, Counselling Psychologists, Administrators, and Education Leaders
- Duration: 1 year
For more information visit the university’s admissions portal at uew.edu.gh/admissions or refer to the flyer below
