CoHAS
College of Health & Allied Sciences · UCC
Where Ghana's
Health Professionals
Are Made.
Five world-class schools. Over 15 programmes. One mission — healthier communities across Ghana and beyond.
Provost's Welcome
A message from our Provost
"The College of Health and Allied Sciences is a vibrant and dynamic academic community dedicated to the training of world-class health professionals. Our five schools work in concert to provide cutting-edge education, innovative research and community-centred clinical service — all in service of one founding mission: healthier communities and stronger health systems across Ghana and beyond."
"We warmly welcome students, collaborators, partners and the public to explore everything that CoHAS has to offer. This is a college where excellence is the standard, compassion is the culture, and impact is the outcome."
About the College
A college that educates, impacts and transforms lives
CoHAS is a three-tier college comprising five distinguished schools, each with dedicated academic departments and clinical training facilities. Established in 1962, the College leads health professional education in Ghana — producing doctors, pharmacists, nurses, optometrists and allied health specialists who serve communities across Africa.
We are well positioned to produce quality health professionals within and across the globe, offering outstanding possibilities through academic excellence, cutting-edge research and community-centred clinical service.
Our Schools
Five Schools Under CoHAS
Each school is a centre of excellence — combining rigorous academic programmes, clinical training and pioneering research.
School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Doctor of Pharmacy · Pharmaceutical Technology · Cosmetic Science · Drug Discovery
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School of Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBChB) · Postgraduate Medical Education · Clinical Research
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School of Nursing & Midwifery
Bachelor in Nursing · Mental Health Nursing · Master of Nursing · Advanced Nursing Practice
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School of Allied Health Sciences
Biomedical Sciences · Nutrition · Medical Laboratory · Radiography · Physician Assistant · Sports Science
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School of Optometry & Vision Science
Doctor of Optometry · BSc Dispensing Optics · Clinical Optometry Research · Vision Science
Visit School →Academic Programmes
Find your programme
CoHAS offers undergraduate, postgraduate and sandwich programmes across five schools. Select a category below to explore all available programmes.
Academic Information
Academic Calendar & Announcements
Academic Calendar
2026 / 2027Students Report Back to Campus
Fresh students across all schools resume and continuing student are to report on 12th Sept,2026.
Lectures Begin for First Semester
First semester lectures commence for all undergraduate and postgraduate students across all schools.
Matriculation
For Fresh student admitted into 2026/2027 academic year.
First Continuous Assessment (CA)
First Continuous Assessment (CA) for all programmes. Timetable to be issued by respective schools.
Second Continuous Assessment (CA)
Second Continuous Assessment (CA) for all programmes. Timetable to be issued by respective schools.
Fifty-Ninth Congregation
Graduation Ceremony for all successful final year student (Undergraduate and Post-Graduate).
First Semester Lectures Close
Revision commence.
End-of-Semester Examinations
End-of-semester examinations commence. Students are advised to check their portal for timetables.
Inter Semester Break
Students Go Down. Long vacation begins. Results published through the UCC student portal.
Second Semester 2026/2027 Begins
Students report back to campus for second semester.
Notices & Flyers
Adverts, admissions & events
SoPPS Postgraduate Admissions
SoPPS Admissions 2025/2026
Optometry Sandwich — SOVS
What's Happening
News & Events
LeadershipCollege of Health and Allied Sciences Welcomes New Provost
CoHAS officially ushered in a new chapter of leadership with the formal handing-over ceremony from Prof. Martins Ekor to Prof. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah on 1st August 2026.
Read full story →UCC Alumnus Receives Prestigious U.S. Scholarship for Vision Science
Dr. Emmanuel Addai (SOVS 2021) awarded the Minnie and Roseanna Turner Fund Scholarship while pursuing his PhD at UAB, Alabama.
Read more →FDA and SoPPS-UCC Forge Partnership for Pharmacovigilance Programmes
High-level engagement to fast-track postgraduate programmes in Pharmacovigilance and Regulatory Science.
Read more →121 SoPPS Pharmacy Students Transition to Clinical Practice
Third White Coat Ceremony held under the theme "Developing the Future Pharmacist: Competence and Integrity."
Read more →First OPTO-SCOPE Community Outreach Completed in Central Region
SOVS successfully delivered eye care at Kakumdo and Bremang CHPS facilities.
Read more →Research & Innovation
Advancing health science in Africa
CoHAS research units are generating evidence that shapes policy, improves clinical care and raises Ghana's profile in global health science.
Biomedical and Clinical Research Centre (BCRC)
Promoting multi and trans-disciplinary research to enhance the research portfolio of the College and the University at large.
Explore →Brain Research Unit (BRU)
Investigating neurological disorders and developing evidence-based interventions for improved brain health outcomes in Ghana and West Africa.
Explore →P4PHPT-II Programme
A collaborative public health research programme developing evidence-based policy recommendations for Ghana's health system strengthening.
Explore →DVFR Centre (SOVS)
The first ophthalmic electrophysiology laboratory of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa — €400,000 Velux Stiftung funded, ISCEV-standard compliant.
Explore →Opportunities & Connect
Scholarships & Social Media
Scholarship Opportunities
CoHAS students and graduates can access a range of local and international scholarship programmes. Explore funding opportunities below.
Ghana Scholarship Secretariat
Government scholarships for Ghanaian students pursuing postgraduate studies locally and abroad.
Apply at scholarships.gov.gh →MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program
Scholarships for academically talented yet economically disadvantaged African students.
Learn more →UCC Bursary & Financial Aid
Internal university financial support for enrolled CoHAS students in need.
Contact the Bursary →Velux Stiftung Research Grants
Research funding available for CoHAS vision science researchers through the DVFR Centre, SOVS.
Learn more →Follow CoHAS Online
Stay connected with the College of Health and Allied Sciences for news, events, admissions and research updates.
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Begin your career in healthcare at CoHAS
Applications for 2026/2027 are open. Review entry requirements, choose your programme and apply today.
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