Minimum Qualifications for PGDE Admission in Ghana

1. A First Degree from a Recognised University

Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree (BA, BSc, BComm, BEd, etc.) from an accredited institution in Ghana or abroad.
Most universities accept:

• Second Class Upper or better as standard
• Second Class Lower is usually accepted
• Some universities may consider Third Class applicants, especially in Education-related special tracks (subject to interview or bridging course)

2. Professional or Academic Background

Applicants must have a degree in any field, but preference is often given to:

• Arts and Social Sciences graduates
• Sciences and Mathematics graduates
• Business and Management graduates
• Technical, Vocational, and STEM-related graduates
• Candidates intending to enter basic, secondary, or TVET teaching

3. Motivation to Enter the Teaching Profession

Most institutions require evidence of commitment to teaching, assessed through:

• A statement of purpose
• Interview (in some cases)
• Demonstrated interest or experience in teaching, mentoring, or community education programmes

4. National Teaching Council (NTC) Requirements

Under the Education Regulatory Bodies Act 2020 (Act 1023):

• Every teacher must be licensed
• The PGDE qualifies non-professional degree holders for teacher licensure
• Applicants must agree to register with the NTC upon completion

5. Additional University-Specific Requirements

University of Cape Coast (UCC)

• Accepts degree holders from recognised institutions
• Usually requires at least Second Class Lower
• Third Class may be accepted with relevant experience
• Offers Regular, Sandwich, and Distance modes

University of Education, Winneba (UEW)

• Accepts all degree classes
• May require interview for Third Class
• Offers Distance and Sandwich PGDE
• Strong emphasis on subject-area suitability

KNUST

• Accepts degree holders in STEM, Social Sciences, Arts, Business, and related areas
• Minimum Second Class Lower
• Programme focuses on pedagogy for senior high schools and technical fields

AAMUSTED

• Accepts degree holders with interest in teaching or TVET
• Known for flexible entry for all degree classes

University for Development Studies (UDS)

• Accepts degree holders for both basic and secondary levels
• Offers weekend and distance learning options

6. Additional Criteria

Depending on the university, applicants may need:

• Birth certificate or national ID
• Transcripts and certified copies of degree certificates
• Passport-sized photographs
• Proof of English proficiency (for foreign applicants)
• Application fee payment receipt

7. Duration of Programme

• Regular/Sandwich: usually 1 academic year (16 to 20 weeks per sandwich session)
• Distance: varies from 1 to 2 semesters depending on structure

8. Who Is Eligible to Apply

You are eligible if you are:

• A non-professional teacher currently teaching
• A graduate seeking to become a licensed teacher
• A professional wanting to switch to education
• A TVET or technical field expert looking to teach in SHS/TVET institutions