In this blog post, we will explore the job and career opportunities that come with different university programs in Ghana. Whether you are a student trying to decide on a major or a recent graduate looking for job prospects, understanding what careers are available with certain degrees can be incredibly helpful. We will look at popular university programs such as business, engineering, and more, exploring the various career paths graduates can pursue.
So, if you're curious about what your degree can do for you in the job market, keep reading!
These programs' jobs and career opportunities cut across all other tertiary institutions. These may not be all opportunities available. Let us look at that of the University of Ghana, Legon.
The University of Ghana is a public research university in Accra, Ghana. It was founded in 1948 as the University College of the Gold Coast and is Ghana's oldest and largest university.
The university offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs across its 12 faculties. It is also known for its vital academic programs, research facilities, and commitment to providing quality education to its students.
Let us dive into the programs offered and the opportunities it provides to students in the future according to colleges.
1. COLLEGE OF BASIC & APPLIED SCIENCES
BSc. Biological Sciences:
Biological scientist
Lab technician
Pharmaceutical researcher
Medical scientist
Biotech engineer
BSc. Agriculture:
Agricultural scientist
Farm manager
Soil scientist
Food scientist
Environmental Consultant
BSc. Earth Sciences:
Geologist
Geophysicist
Mining engineer
Hydrologist
Environmental scientist
BSc. Agricultural Engineering:
Agricultural engineer
Farm machinery designer
Irrigation engineer
Agricultural systems analyst
Food processing engineer
BSc. Biomedical Engineering:
Biomedical engineer
Medical device designer
Biomechanical engineer
Rehabilitation engineer
Biomedical research scientist
BSc. Computer Engineering:
Computer engineer
Software Developer
Network Engineer
Systems Analyst
Cybersecurity specialist
BSc. Food Process Engineering:
Food process engineer
Quality Assurance Manager
Food Safety Specialist
Production Manager
Packaging Engineer
BSc. Materials Science & Engineering:
Materials engineer
Metallurgist
Ceramic engineer
Polymer engineer
Biomaterials engineer
Semiconductor engineer
Production Engineer
Quality control engineer
Research and development engineer
Product design engineer
BSc. Family & Child Studies:
Family Therapist
Child life specialist
School counsellor
Social worker
Early childhood educator
Parent educator
Child development specialist
Family advocate
Non-profit program director
BSc. Food & Clothing:
Food scientist
Nutritionist
Food safety specialist
Quality control technician
Food packaging specialist
Fashion designer
Textile engineer
Merchandiser
Cosmetics formulator
BSc. Information Technology:
Software engineer
Network administrator
Cybersecurity analyst
Database administrator
Project manager
Data analyst
Web developer
Systems analyst
IT consultant
BSc. Mathematical Sciences:
Mathematician
Statistician
Actuary
Data analyst
Operations research analyst
Cryptographer
Data scientist
Quantitative analyst
Financial analyst
BSc. Physical Sciences:
Physicist
Chemist
Geologist
Environmental scientist
Materials scientist
Medical physicist
Research scientist
Energy analyst
Forensic scientist
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine:
Veterinarian in private practice
Veterinarian in public service
Wildlife veterinarian
Veterinary researcher
Veterinary pathologist
Veterinarian in academia
Animal behaviourist
Animal nutritionist
BSc. Psychology:
Clinical psychologist
Counselling psychologist
School psychologist
Industrial-organizational psychologist
Neuropsychologist
Forensic psychologist
Developmental psychologist
Social psychologist
Research psychologist
2. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS):
blogpay
Total Comments: 0