Bachelor of Education in Science (Biology)

The Bachelor of Education in Science (Biology) at the University of Ghana prepares you to become a biology teacher and science educator. It combines a strong grounding in biological science with practical teaching skills, so you are ready to teach at the senior high school level and contribute to science education in Ghana.

What this programme actually teaches

Programmes of this kind typically cover the core areas of biology — genetics, ecology, human anatomy, cell biology — as well as the principles of education and teaching practice. You learn how to plan lessons, manage a classroom, and assess students' progress, so that you can teach biology effectively at the senior high school level. The aim is not just to know the science, but to know how to pass it on.

What you can do with a science education degree

Most graduates take up teaching positions in senior high schools, often within the Ghana Education Service. Others move into roles such as curriculum development, educational administration, science communication, or educational publishing. The degree also provides a strong foundation for further study, whether in education, biology, or a related subject, so you can specialise even further.

How hard it is to get a place

Admission to this programme is competitive. You will need strong WASSCE results, particularly in the sciences, to be in the running. Because places are limited, we recommend checking with the University of Ghana whether your own grades qualify before applying.