UENR 2018/2019 Postgraduate Admissions Form

This is to inform the general public and all the interested candidates that the University Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) Postgraduate Admissions still going on for 2018/2019 academic year.

The management of the institution University of Energy and Natural Resources, Sunyani is using this medium to invites applications from suitable qualify applicants for admission into her to research and higher degree programmes for the 2018/2019 Academic year.

 

University Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) Postgraduate Admissions Programmes

Research or Higher Degree Programmes for 2018/2019 Academic Year

• MPhil Climate Change
• MPhil Applied Mathematics
• MPhil /PhD Crop Science
• MBA/MPhil Agribusiness Management
•  MPhil Environmental Planning and Sustainability
• MSc /PhD Sustainable Energy
• PhD Environmental Engineering Management
• MPhil/ PhD Social Forestry and Environmental Governance
• MSc/ MPhil/PhD in Computer Science

 

University Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) Postgraduate General Admissions Requirements

1. Masters Programmes

At the time of application, candidates must be graduates of this University or any other University recognized by Academic Board and shall normally have obtained a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) degree in the relevant field

1. PhD Programmes

Candidates applying for Doctor of Philosophy degree must have a Masters degree or its equivalent from a recognized Institution and shall submit evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the proposed programme.

 

University Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) Postgraduate Specified Admissions Requirements

Social Forestry and Environmental Governance – Admission Requirements

1. Masters Programme: To be eligible for admission into the Masters of Philosophy Research Degree programme, candidates must be graduates of this University or any other recognized University and shall normally have obtained a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) degree in the relevant field (eg. natural resources, planning, social science, human geography & Agriculture).
2. Doctoral Programme: To be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy degree programme, a student must have obtained a Master’s degree from this University or its equivalent from any other recognized University. Exceptional Second year M.Phil students with GPA above 3.65 may be upgraded into the Ph.D programme upon recommendation from the supervisor and Departmental Board.

Computer Science – ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The criteria for admission into the MSc./M.Phil. in Computer Science programme would be as follows, provided all the conditions below are satisfied:

1. Candidate must have a BSc. degree in Computer Sciences, or any related discipline from an accredited University with a minimum of Second Class Honors (Lower Division).
2. Candidate must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity for independent work, maturity, effective decision making and problem-solving potentials.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The criteria for admission into the PhD in Computer Science programme would be as follows, provided all the conditions below are satisfied:

1. Candidate must have a BSc. degree in Computer Sciences or any related discipline from an accredited University with a minimum of Second Class Honors (Lower Division).
2. Candidate must have an MPhil in Computer Science or its equivalent from an accredited University.
3. Candidate must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity for independent work, maturity, effective decision making and problem-solving potentials.

Applied Mathematics – ADMISSION AND SELECTION

The admission and selection process shall reflect the academic rigor and preparation needed for this programme. Meeting the minimum qualifications for this programme does not guarantee admission. Candidates are encouraged to achieve well beyond the minimum qualifications to enhance their chances for selection. The Computer Science and Informatics Department at UENR uses a holistic approach in selecting candidates for admission. Applicants are thoroughly reviewed to determine the full spectrum of their academic and personal achievements through examination and/or interview.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission into the Master of Philosophy Degree programme, candidates must be graduates of this University or any other University recognized by Academic Board and shall normally have obtained a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) degree in the relevant field (eg. Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering etc).

Admission and Selection

The admission and selection process to the M. Phil. Mathematics programme shall reflect the academic rigor and preparation needed for this programme. Meeting the minimum qualifications for this programme does not guarantee admission. Candidates are encouraged to achieve well beyond the minimum qualifications to enhance their chances for selection. The Mathematics and Statistics Department at UENR uses a holistic approach in selecting candidates for admission. Applicants are thoroughly reviewed to determine the full spectrum of their academic and personal achievements through examination and/or interview.

Crop Science – (Admission Requirements)

Eligible candidates for admission should normally be holders of a B.Sc. degree in Agriculture and/or Biological Science with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division or its equivalent in relevant disciplines from recognized Universities. Applicants will be shortlisted and interviewed for admission. M.Sc. holders who would want to upgrade themselves may also be considered for the M.Phil. programme.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in (Crop Science)

Duration of the Program.

This modular programme is for four years on a full-time basis. Part-time students can take five-seven years to complete the course. The part-time programme offers greater flexibility for those with demanding commitments at home or work. The normal duration is not less than six semesters after initial registration (or nine semesters in the case of part-time registration). The registration of a candidate shall normally lapse if he has not submitted his thesis for examination after ten-semesters of full-time (twelve semesters in the case of part-time registration or an equivalent period pro-rata for an examination of part-time and full-time registration.

Eligibility (Admission Requirements)

Eligible candidates for admission should normally be holders of M.Phil. degree in Agriculture and/or Biological Science equivalent in relevant disciplines from recognized Universities. Applicants will be shortlisted and interviewed for admission. The minimum requirement for a PhD programme should be an M.Phil. or its equivalent from a recognised University.

• ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT –

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible for admission into the MSc/MPhil in Environmental Planning and Development programme, candidates must be graduates of this University or any other University recognised by Academic Board and shall normally have obtained a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) degree in the relevant field (eg. environmental planning, planning, development studies, environmental studies, geography, economics, natural resources management etc). In both instances, candidates must have a minimum of one (1) year post qualification working experience and will be required to go through an interview process.

 

University Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) Postgraduate Duration of Programme

Unless otherwise stated,

1. Masters Programmes (Full-Time but weekends) are of Two (2) Calendar Years duration.
2. PhD Programmes (Full-Time but weekends) are of Four (4) Calendar Years duration.

 

University Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) Postgraduate Admission Mode Of Application

Sale of E-Vouchers/Forms for admission shall commence on 20^th March, 2018.

1. First of all, candidates must purchase an eVoucher by paying an application fee of Two Hundred and Fifty Ghana Cedis (GH¢250.00) at the following banks: Ecobank, Ghana Post Office or UENR Accounts Office.
2. Upon payment of the application fee, candidates will receive an eVoucher containing an application number and PIN that will grant access to the online admissions portal.
3. Candidates should then proceed to online admissions portal and begin the application process HERE.
4. Candidate is required to upload a passport size picture with the following specifications:

• Dimension; 600×600 pixels in JPEG format
• White background
• Picture size should not exceed 120kb

5. Once the process has been completed, candidates must print out 3 copies of the completed application   form from the portal and submit them (by post) to the School of Graduate Studies along with all relevant documents (Photocopies of Certificates, Recommendation Letters, and [Transcript for those attending UENR for the first time]) to the following address:

The Secretary
School of Graduate Studies
UENR

Sunyani-Ghana

 

University Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) 2018/2019 Postgraduate Admissions Closing Date

Deadline for the submission of application forms is, Friday, 29th June, 2018.

Application forms submitted after the deadline will not be processed.

Only candidates who successfully gain admission will be notified subsequently.

 

For further details kindly call the Graduate School on 0352290387

In case of online application challenges kindly contact 0205742832

 

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