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UCC Cancels GEO 408 Population and Development Exam, Schedules Retake for Level 400 Students

19th October 2025

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has cancelled the GEO 408 Population and Development examination from last semester over academic integrity issues. Affected Level 400 students are to rewrite the paper on October 31, 2025, at the New Lecture Theatre (NLT).

UCC Upholds Academic Integrity

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has officially cancelled the GEO 408: Population and Development examination from the previous semester.
The decision, according to university management, aligns with UCC’s Academic Integrity and Examination Conduct Policy, which promotes fairness, transparency, and credibility in the institution’s assessment processes.

New Exam Schedule Announced

All Level 400 students affected by the cancellation have been directed to retake the GEO 408 examination on Friday, October 31, 2025, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
The examination will take place at the New Lecture Theatre (NLT) on campus.

The Department of Geography and Regional Planning has urged students to take note of the new schedule and prepare adequately for the retake.

Commitment to Academic Standards

In a brief statement, UCC reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of academic discipline and integrity.
The university emphasized that any breach of examination regulations would continue to be addressed decisively to safeguard the credibility of UCC’s academic qualifications.

Students are advised to check official university notice boards and portals for additional updates or clarifications regarding the rescheduled examination.