Bachelor of Education Early Grade Specialism - Distance Education

The Bachelor of Education in Early Grade Specialism at the University of Ghana focuses on teaching children in the early primary years. Offered through distance education, this programme is for individuals who want to develop expertise in literacy, numeracy, and child development for young learners.

Teaching the early years

Programmes of this kind focus on how children learn in the first years of primary school, typically from kindergarten through the early grades. You would study child development, learning through play, and methods for teaching reading, writing, and mathematics to young pupils. The aim is to build the skills to assess children's progress, manage a classroom of small children, and support learners with different needs.

How competitive entry is

Getting a place on this programme is competitive. That means you will be applying against many other qualified students, and strong WASSCE results will give you a better chance. The exact cut-off points change each year, so it is worth checking whether your own grades meet the typical standard for competitive education programmes.

Where early grade specialists work

Graduates of early grade education usually go into primary or kindergarten teaching, often in public and private schools. Beyond the classroom, you might work as an education officer, curriculum developer, or a specialist in early childhood development. Some graduates continue into postgraduate studies in education or child psychology.