The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SoPPS), University of Cape Coast, proudly congratulates Professor Robert Peter Biney on his election as Chairman of the Africa Regional Committee of the International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) and his appointment as a Member of the IBRO Board of Directors, the global umbrella body for neuroscience research. Professor Biney is a distinguished academic and researcher whose work has made significant contributions to teaching, mentoring, and high-i
On 19th December 2025, pride and celebration filled the University of Cape Coast as the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SoPPS) marked a historic moment during the 7th Session of the University’s 58th Congregation; ‘the graduation of its first Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) cohort’.
Pharmacy students at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) have commenced the use of a high-fidelity paediatric simulation mannequin as an essential tool integrated into the School of Pharmacy’s clinical skills training programme as part of their pharmacotherapeutics rotations.
The University of Cape Coast’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has celebrated a remarkable achievement as a cohort of its distinguished researchers received top honours at the University’s 10th Research Awards and Grants (RAG) Ceremony and the 2nd Research and Innovation Week, held on 11th and 12th November 2025 at the School of Graduate Studies Auditorium organised by the University of Cape Coast (U
The School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has been awarded a $25,000 grant to implement the Optometric Service and Community Outreach for Practical Experience (Opto-SCOPE) project. This initiative is generously funded by Optometry Giving Sight.
The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SoPPS) hosted representatives from the Public Diplomacy Section of the US Embassy to discuss potential future collaborations.
The School of Optometry and Vision Sciences (SOVS) at the University of Cape Coast has successfully held its maiden White Coat Ceremony, robing 55 Level 400 students as they officially transition into their clinical training phase in pursuit of becoming certified eye care professionals. The event took place at the School of Graduate Studies Auditorium on the 11th of July 2025.
The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SoPPS) has held its 2nd White Coat ceremony to mark the transition of 99 Pharmacy students into the clinical stage of their training. The White Coat ceremony is an integral part of Pharmacy education, emphasising the significance of the coat as the professional identity of Pharmacists and establishing defined expectations and responsibilities for students while still in training.
The School of Optometry and Vision Science (SOVS) at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) held its Staff-Student Consultative Meeting on Monday, 13th February 2025, at Auditorium 900 (CALC). The meeting provided an opportunity for students and faculty to engage in discussions aimed at fostering a conducive academic environment.
The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SoPPS) successfully organised an orientation programme for the 2024 cohort of National Service Personnel.