BEd (Arts)

University of Cape Coast · College of Education Studies

Degree Education Competitive

Will you get in?

You will need better than the minimum pass grades for this level. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at University of Cape Coast you qualify for.

Check if you qualify

The BEd (Arts) at the University of Cape Coast prepares you to teach arts subjects in senior high schools. It combines subject knowledge in the humanities with practical classroom skills. Offered by the College of Education Studies, this degree is a step towards a career in education.

What the BEd (Arts) covers

Programmes of this kind usually blend academic study in the humanities with professional teacher training. You will typically learn how to plan lessons, manage a classroom, and assess students, while deepening your knowledge in arts-related subjects. The degree is designed for those who want to teach in Ghanaian senior high schools, but the skills you build are also useful in other education and communication roles.

How hard it is to get a place

Entry to the BEd (Arts) at the University of Cape Coast is competitive. This means you will need solid WASSCE grades to be in the running. It is not as fiercely contested as some highly selective programmes, but you should still aim to present your best results. Check with the university to see the exact subject and grade requirements for admission.

Career paths after graduation

Most graduates of BEd (Arts) programmes go on to teach in senior high schools, often focusing on the arts subjects they studied. Teaching is the primary path, but some also work as education officers, curriculum developers, or in training roles within organisations. The degree also provides a foundation for further study in education.

Entry requirements

SHS backgrounds accepted

Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.

Aggregate needed

University of Cape Coast publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.

BEd (Arts) at other institutions

The same programme elsewhere in Ghana, ordered from most to least competitive.

Where graduates work

  • Senior high school teacher
  • Education officer
  • Curriculum developer
  • Training and development

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