B.Ed in Geography
Catholic University of Ghana · Faculty of Education (EDU)
Will you get in?
Meet the minimum pass grades for this level and you will be considered. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at Catholic University of Ghana you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThe B.Ed in Geography trains you to teach geography at senior high school level while also building a strong foundation in the subject itself. It combines human and physical geography with classroom practice, giving you the skills to explain landscapes, cultures, and development issues to students. This programme is a good fit if you want a career in education but also enjoy understanding how the world works.
What geography education programmes cover
Programmes of this kind usually cover both physical geography — landforms, climate, vegetation — and human geography, including population, urbanisation, and economic activity. You also learn teaching methods, lesson planning, and how to assess students' understanding. By the end, you are expected to know not just geography but how to teach it effectively in Ghanaian secondary schools.
How hard it is to get a place
This programme is less competitive than some other degree courses. That means it is more accessible to students whose WASSCE grades are good but not exceptional. As always, you need to meet the specific entry requirements set by the university, so check whether your qualifications in geography and other subjects are acceptable.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
Catholic University of Ghana publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
Where graduates work
- Secondary school geography teacher
- Curriculum developer
- Education officer
- Geography tutor
- Educational content developer