BA (Hons)

B A History

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There are several courses spread out across the various years under department to make learning efficient. These are mostly course related subjects and topics of interest but interlaced with a few indirectly related subjects to educate in various aspects in order to produce a versatile graduate.

SHORT DESCRIPTION OF COURSES IN THE PROGRAMME

Year One

HIST 151 Introduction to Historical Studies I (3, 1, 3)
The course aims at introducing students to the different conceptions of the nature and evolution of history as an academic discipline. It also focuses on the elementary techniques for studying history.

HIST 152 Introduction to Historical Studies II (3, 1, 3)
The course traces the development of and the different approaches to historical studies since the twentieth century. It also examines the relations between history, science and the other social sciences as well as introduces the students to the professional writing of history.

HIST 153 Introduction to African History (3, 1, 3)
The course introduces students to the study of the African past through examination of key events and themes that have contributed to and or shaped the course of the continent’s history.

HIST 154 Selected Themes in World History (3, 1, 3)
The course aims at introducing students to the study of world history. It focuses on the key events and themes that have informed and shaped subsequent world history.

MATH 153 Social Statistics I (2, 1, 2)
The course is an introduction to the nature and use of statistics and some basic concepts. Descriptive analysis of data: Graphic and tabular representation of data, Calculation of measures of central tendency and dispersion, Coefficients of Skewness and kurtosis.

MATH 154: Social Statistics II (2, 1, 2)
Probability: Definition of some basic terms; conditional and independent events; some basic laws and rules in probability random variables and probability distributions; expectations and variance of random variables; discrete distributions: binomial and Poisson; continuous distributions: normal; sampling theory.

ENGL 157: Communication Skills I (2, 1, 2)
The course takes all first year students through a review of English grammar, and is a required course for all first year students of KNUST. Students will be assisted to review some of the common problem areas of their writing, such as verb/tense system, concord, sentence construction and paragraph organization. There shall also be a study of basic grammatical structures that shall involve teaching students to write formally correct sentences, avoiding sentence errors, and using punctuation effectively.

ENGL 158: Communication Skills II (2, 1, 2)
The course is designed to continue the process of helping students to become better writers. The first part of the course will focus on writing skills - paragraphs, and then essays. Students shall also study the preparation of technical documents such as memos, reports, letters, and proposals.

CSM 183: Introduction to Computers I (2, 1, 2)
The course is designed to introduce students to basic computer hardware and software as well as their application. It examines such areas as: What is a computer?, Classification of computers, Hardware-Memory, Central Processing Unit, Input/Output Devices, Software-System, Applications, Utility, Translation, Programme Language and others, Disk Operating System (DOS) and Windows as Operating Systems, Word Processing Software: Microsoft Word.

CSM 184: Introduction to Computers II (2, 1, 2)
The course is a follow up to CSM 183. It focuses on Spreadsheet Software: Microsoft EXCEL; Relational Database Software: Microsoft ACCESS.

Year Two

HIST 251 History of Ghana up to 1800 (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to introduce students to how the modern state of Ghana evolved. It aims at giving insights into the major developments in the growth of societies and cultures in the region of modern Ghana. Indigenous participation in solving problems encountered over the years will be emphasized by studying the peoples of the region against the background of their economic, socio-cultural and political institutions.

HIST 252 History of Ghana 1800 to present day (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to introduce the students to the major events and themes that have shaped the history of modern Ghana since the nineteenth century.

HIST 253 History of West Africa since 1800 (3, 1, 3)
The course surveys the history of West Africa with a view to developing an understanding of the key factors that have shaped the region’s general development and its modern structures.

HIST 254 History of North Africa since 1800 (3, 1, 3)
The course surveys the history of the North African region with a view to development an understanding of theme factors that have shaped the region‘s general development and its modern structures.

HIST 255 History of Europe from 1780 -1870 (3, 1, 3)
The course examines the course and pattern of European development since the French Revolution. It explores such developments and issues as the emergence of industrialism, capitalism, and overseas expansion, social and economic developments.

HIST 256 History of European from 1870 -1939 (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow-up to HIST 255.   It examines the pattern of development since World War I. It explores such issues and developments as political organization, the growth of liberalism and the impact of technological advancement on world development.

ENGL 263 Literature in English I (2, 1, 2)
This is a basic course in Literature, introducing all university students to opportunities to enjoy and love the world of books in English and in our various Ghanaian languages. Special consideration will be given to language as the primary vehicle of literature. Old classics as well as significant contemporary works by living authors will be studied. The course will also draw range if disciplinary background and interests of the students who are expected to take this, the selection of texts will take into consideration the interrelations of literature and other disciplines. The course will focus on poetry and drama.

ENGL 264 Literature in English II (2, 1, 2)
The course has as its main components the study of folktales, short stories and the novel African and western texts representative of this genre shall be used to illustrate the language, themes, and the literary devices employed for these different types of fictional expressions.

Year Three

HIST 351 Research Methodsin History I (3, 1, 3)
The course seeks to inculcate in the student a deeper understanding and appreciation of the general theories and problems relating to historical enquiry. It also examines the different sources of historical data, their uses and limitations and how to reconcile conflicting historical information.

HIST 352 Research Methods in History II (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to further inculcate in the students practical skills and techniques in historical selection. This includes selection of topics, literature review and use of archival and electronic information sources as well as referencing.

HIST 353 History of East, Central and Southern Africa 1800 to World War I (3,1,3)

The course surveys the histories of East, Central and southern Africa with a view to broadening the scope of knowledge about the regions and developing an understanding of the key factors that have shaped their development. Key among the issues examined include the region’s geography and demography, indigenous economic, social and political systems, European advent and its aftermath as well as the growth of nationalism emancipation from European colonial rule.

HIST 354 History of East, Central and Southern Africa II (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow-up to HIST 353. It examines the key events and developments that have shaped the regions’ history since World War I including the growth and nature of nationalism, emancipation, economic and social development, development of political ideas and personalities behind major changes in the regions.

HIST 355 History of the USA 1700-1953 (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to introduce students to the political, economic and social development of the USA since 1700. The course focuses closely on developments in the USA since the American Civil War. It is designed to survey the main developments that normally periodize US history and will include such marginalized and frequently excluded minority segments as Native Americans, ethnic and religious minorities as well as women.

HIST 356 History of Russia 1700-1953 (3, 1, 3)
The course examines the history of Russia and USSR from the time of Peter the Great with a view to understanding the major ideas and events that have influenced and shaped the course of development in the region up to the Cold War era.

HIST 357 History of Science and Technology I (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to explore the development of science and technology since 1800 and how this development has impacted global economic, social and political development. African experiences in general, and Ghanaian experiences in particular is emphasized.

HIST 358 History of Science and Technology II (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow-up to HIST 357. Issues such as the incidence, procedures and problems of technology transfer and related financial, political, socio-cultural implications are studied. African case studies are selected for detailed study. Close attention is paid to the development of indigenous technology and its application in African societies.

HIST 359 Introduction to Archival Studies and Record Management I (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to introduce students to the different types of archival depositories and the organization of various categories of documents. It also introduces students to the various theories underpinning record management.

HIST 360 Introduction to Archival Studies and Record Management II (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow-up to HIST 359. Students will be guided to organize different categories of documents. The practical experience will include working in different types of depositories where they will have hands-on experience in working with electronic, manual and mechanic storage systems.

HIST 361: Contemporary Problems in African History I (3, 1, and 3)
The course is designed to explore the major emerging issues and areas of studying African History. The objective is to inform students of emerging trends and discourse in African History and to equip them with tools to comprehend and analyze them. The course will deal with such contemporary issues as gender, ethnicity, energy, poverty, class and power.

HIST 362 Contemporary Problems in African History II (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow up to HIST 361. The course exposes students to various policies regarding major issues covered in HIST 361. It also examines the post-modern critiques regarding African History.

HIST 363 Cultural Survey of West Africa (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to survey the diverse cultures of West Africa and examine how major ideas and beliefs in the various epochs have influenced the development of architectural trends in the region.

HIST 364 History of Cultures (3, 1, 3)
The course surveys the dominant global cultures. It entails a comparative examination of how major ideas and beliefs in the various epochs have influenced the development of architectural trends in the world. The course focuses more closely on how global trends have impacted architectural development in Africa.

HIST 365 History of Holocaust I (3, 1, 3)

HIST 366 History of Holocaust II (3, 1, 3)

HIST 367 History of Medicine I (3, 1, 3)

HIST 368 History of Medicine in Africa (3, 1, 3)

Year Four

HIST 451 History of Christianity in Ghana I (3, 1, 3)

HIST 452 History of Christianity in Ghana II (3, 1, 3)

HIST 453 Economic and Social History of Ghana from 1800-1900 I (3, 1, 3)
The course is an advance study in the economic and social history of Ghana. It provides insights into the socio-economic development of modern Ghana. It focuses closely on the evolutionary processes and the philosophical underpinning that laid the foundation of modern Ghanaian society.

HIST 454 Economic and Social History of Ghana since 1900 II (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow-up to HIST 453. It is structured to equip students with deep insights into the economic and social conditions that have informed and shaped the history of modern Ghanaian society since 1900.

HIST 455 History of International Relations I (3, 1, 3)
The course examines the general theories relating to the nature and evolution of relations between and among nations as well as international and multinational organizations. It exposes the student to particular relations between and among nations with a view to understanding concrete issues in world politics both past and present.

HIST 456 History of International Relations II (3, 1, 3)
The course aims at applying the insights gained from the study of general theories in HIST 455 to foreign policies and relations between and among selected nations and activities of specified international and multinational organizations. The objective is to equip the student with the skills to understand the form and force of interests that lie behind inter-state as well as international and multinational organizations.

HIST 457 History of the African Diaspora I (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to explore the background, origin, process and impact of the dispersion of people of African descent throughout the Atlantic World since the fifteenth century. It also examines the cultural, social, economic and political implications of the dispersion.

HIST 458 History of the African Diaspora II (3, 1, 3)
The objective of the course is to consider the post-modern critiques of culture that have been and are being shaped by discourse in African Diaspora studies. In addition, it will explore the cultural transformations resulting from the dispersion of African people throughout the Atlantic World since the fifteenth century. The course focuses closely on the areas of religious worship, social organizations, music and dance, language and material culture.

HIST 459 Records Management and Archival Studies I (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as an advanced study of the various theories underpinning record storage and management. Students are also exposed to laws and ethical issues regarding record management.

HIST 460 Records Management and Archival Studies I (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow-up to HIST 459. Students are guided to apply the theories learnt in organizing different categories of documents. The practical experience will include working in different types of depositories where they will have hands-on experience in working with electronic, manual and mechanic storage systems.

HIST 461 Intellectual History I (3, 1, 3)
The course surveys the history of ideas that have informed major social, economic and political institutions and events that have shaped world development up 1800.

HIST 462 Intellectual History II (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow-up to HIST 459. It explores the major social, economic and political ideas that have informed and shaped the history of the world since 1800.

HIST 463 Architectural History and Appreciation I (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed to explore the major critiques of culture that have been and are being shaped by the discourse on the development of modern architecture. Ghanaian and African case studies will be emphasized.

HIST 464 Architectural History and Appreciation II (3, 1, 3)
The course is designed as a follow up to HIST 463.

HIST 469 History of Slavery in Africa (3, 1, 3)
The course surveys the history of slavery in Africa. It focuses closely on definitions and indigenous African understanding of slavery in comparison to Western conception of the phenomenon. It equips students with a clearer understanding of the development of the Trans Atlantic Slave trade and its implications for the development of African societies and communities outside the continent as well as the development of the slave routes.

HIST 470 Historical Monuments and Sites in Ghana (3, 1, 3)
The course surveys Ghana’s rich cultural heritage enshrined in its historical monuments. It will examine the history behind such edifices as the forts and castles that litter Ghana’s Coast as well as the slave markets and centers in places like Salaga, Praso and Manso as well as important religious and ritual centres like the “witches camp” in Northern Ghana, the traditional shrines at Edweso Besease, Esumegya – Asantemanso, and the Bobri Sanctuary. It will also examine the prehistoric human settlements in Ghana including the caves in the Nkoranza Traditional Area.

HIST 489 / 490 DISSERTATION (0, 12, 6) (3 Credits per Semester).
Final Year students are expected to conduct research, under supervision, on a given topic in her/his area of specialisation as part of the requirements for the award of the BA Degree. The topic, which needs to be approved by the student’s supervisor, must be such that the study is historical – oriented.

Programme Type

BA (Hons)

BA Politcal Studies

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SHORT DESCRIPTION OF COURSES IN THE PROGRAMME
Year One
POL 151 Introduction to Political Studies I (3,1,3).
The course examines the principal concepts, ideas and analytical methods of modern political studies. Particularly the “political element of the social structure; conflict; power and legitimacy: authority, state nation; government and sovereignty; major and elementary methods of study of the political etc.

POL 152 Introduction to Political Studies II (3,1,3).
The course aims to deepen the knowledge of basic concepts, ideas methods of study etc. acquired in POL 151 through the use of illustrative materials from the political systems of Ghana, one Francophone West African country and Britain. In particular, institutions (structures) and political processes in these systems will be examined.

POL 153 Introduction to Political Theory I (3,1,3)

POL 154 Introduction to Political Theory II (3, 1,3)

MATH 153 Social Statistics (2, 1, 2)
The introduction to the nature and use of statistics and some basic concepts. Descriptive analysis of data: Graphic and tabular representation of data, calculation of measures of central tendency and dispersion. Coefficients of Skewness and kurtosis.

MATH 154: Social Statistics II (2, 1, 2)
Probability: Definition of some basic terms; conditional and independent events; some basic laws and rules in probability random variables and probability distributions; expectations and variance of random variables; discrete distributions: binomial and Poisson; continuous distributions: normal; sampling theory.

ENGL 157: Communication Skills I (2, 1, 2)
The course takes all first year students through a review of English grammar, and is a required course for all first year students of KNUST. Students will be assisted to review some of the common problem areas of their writing, such as verb/tense system, concord, sentence construction and paragraph organization. There shall also be a study of basic grammatical structures that shall involve teaching students to write formally correct sentences, avoiding sentence errors, and using punctuation effectively.

ENGL 158: Communication II (2, 1, 2)
The course is designed to continue the process of helping students to become better writers. The first part of the course will focus on writing skills - paragraphs, and then essays. Students shall also study the preparation of technical documents such as memos, reports, letters, and proposals.

CSM 183: Introduction to Computers I (2,1, 2)
The course is designed to introduce students to basic computer hardware and software as well as their application. It examines such issues as: What is a computer? Classification of computers. Hardware-Memory, Central Processing Unit, Input/.Output Devices. Software-System, Applications, Utility, Translation, Programme language and others. Disk Operating System (DOS) and Windows as Operating Systems. Word Processing Software: Microsoft Word.

CSM 184: Introduction to Computers II (2, 1, 2)
The course is a follow up to CSM 183. It focuses on Spreadsheet Software: Microsoft EXCEL; Relational Database Software: Microsoft ACCESS.

Year Two

POL 251 Constitutional Studies I (3, 1,3)

POL 252 Constitutional Studies (3,1,3)

POL 253 International Politics I (3,1,3)
The course is an introduction to the field of International Relations and aims, particularly, to promote an understanding of the structure of international society. (1) It examines the context within which sovereign states are able to engage in continuous and complex relations with one another. (2) Discusses the character of those relations. (3) Analyses the ingredients of foreign policy and the means by which it is prosecuted (4) Enquires into the circumstances which engender harmony and discord between states and consider some proposals which have been made for the better ordering of international society. (5) The UN System.

POL 254 International Politics II (3,1,3)
The course discusses in depth foreign policy as an activity. Particularly, it examines (1) The terms used in the analysis and the practice of foreign policy (2) The purposes, aims and determinants of foreign policy (3) External and internal influences (4) Problems of co-operation, conflict and dispute with other states (5) Methods of implementing foreign policy,(6) Problems of organization of foreign policy, structure and process of one major developed country (e.g. U.S.A.) and that of an under-developed country (e.g. Ghana) will be used as illustrative material throughout the course.

POL 255 Politics and Development I (3,1,3)
The course explores the general rudiments of politics and development by examining the scholarly views and theories of the two concepts. The course takes a critical look at the definition of politics as it relates to the definition presented by Harold Lasswell - who get what, when and how and its interrelations with development. The course analyses the meaning and competing theories of development and how they relates to politics. The course also takes a thorough look at the Asian model of development that espouses economic development before social and civil development. Lastly, it examines the politics of the development paradigm

POL 256 Politics and Development II (3,1,3)

This is a continuation of the politics and development I and it critically examines how the definition of politics by Harold Lasswell as who get what, when and how relates to real life developmental issues. The course explores how conflict, security, globalization, environmental/climate change affect development. It also examines issues in rural development and the new drivers of development in modern times such as remittances from relatives abroad and the role that politics play in entire processes.

ENGL 263 Literature in English I (Poetry and Drama)
This is a basic course in Literature, introducing all university students to opportunities to enjoy and love the world of books in English and in our various Ghanaian languages. Special consideration will be given to language as the primary vehicle of literature. Old classics as well as significant contemporary works by living authors will be studied. The course will also draw range if disciplinary background and interests of the students who are expected to take this, the selection of texts will take into consideration the interrelations of literature and other disciplines. The course will focus on poetry and drama.

ENGL 264 Literature in English II (Fiction) ( 2,1,1)
The course has as its main components the study of folktales, short stories and the novel African and western texts representative of this genre shall be used to illustrate the language, themes, and the literary devices employed for these different types of fictional expressions.

YEAR THREE

POL 351 Research Techniques in Political Studies I (3,1,3) the course examines major methodological perspectives in the study of politics and the problems of political theorizing. Particularly (1) Marxism as Methodology; (2) Psychological Approaches as Methodology; (3) Functionalism and Systems Theory; (4) Group Theory;(5) Decision Making Theory (6) Public Chooice3s (7) Phenomenology and Symbolic Interaction, (8) Exchanging Theory (3 Credits).

POL. 352 Research Techniques in Political Studies II (3,1,3)
The course introduces basic concepts and techniques of field research in political studies (1) Dependent and Independent Variables, Questions and Hypotheses, and, Theses and Models (2) Surveying the Literature (3); Conceptualizing and Measuring – Property Space, Coding and Typologies, Context Analysis, Interaction Analysis, Participant Observation, Case Studies Sociometry, Simulation, Panel Studies and Cohort Analysis, Quantitative Measurement Methods. (4) Survey Design. Sampling Methods, Questionnaire Construction, Interviewing, Data Collection, Analysis and Interpretation (3 Credits).

POL 353 The Study of Comparative Politics I (3,1,3)
The course examines the theoretical and methodology approaches to the study of Comparative Politics. This will be done through detailed study of the structures and processes of the political systems of two major Western or developed countries (Britain and the USA. The stress will be on the variety of patterns for r dealing with political issues generated by social structures

POL 354 The Study of Comparative Politics II (3,1,3)
The course examines in detail the structures and processes of the political systems of two developing countries (Ghana excluded). The aim is to strengthen the knowledge of students on the varieties of patterns for dealing with political issues generated by social structures in developing countries.

POL 357 Public Administration I (3,1,3)
Public Administration involves the functions of government carried out by public employees in various agencies and sometimes nongovernmental organizations and private entities. This course introduces students to the nature, scope and impact of public administration on the policy process and the governance of a democratic society. It draws on the general theories of management and organization to examine the role of public bureaucracies in managing the affairs of government in modern times. Therefore, the course focuses on the development and implementation of public policies and explores the complex and multiple environments, dilemmas, and obligations of public administrators and how those impact the discharge of their roles and responsibilities. At the same time it provides an understanding of how public administrators exert their discretion in the management of public affairs. The course uses case studies analysis and review of contemporary public issues to bridge the gap between theory, applied research, and conceptual and practical viewpoint on the management of public agencies. The intention is to enhance student’s understanding of bureaucratic public management and the emerging trends in the demand and management of public affairs. The ultimate goal of the course is to develop the desire of students for effective and efficient public management by exposing them to good management practices. The course also intends to make students aware of how effective management skills can make a difference in their lives and attitudes as public administrators and help them to accomplish organizational goals and objectives in the 21st century

POL 358 Public Administration II (3, 1, 3)

This is the second section of Public Administration I and a continuation of the topics covered in the first semester. It critically examines the ethical dilemmas confronting public servants in the discharge of their routine duties. The course investigates the recent trends in public budgeting and privatization of public agencies. It explores issues of political control of administrative agencies, contemporary issues in public administration, and administrative communication. Lastly, the course takes a critical look at the demand for administrative responsibility and also examines the relationship between politics and administration focusing on the concept of issue network. Case studies on civil service of Ghana are used to link the theory to the practical world.

POL 359 Organisational Theory I (3, 1, 3)

POL 360 Organisational Theory II (3, 1, 3)

POL 361 Governance and Leadership I (3, 1, 3)

POL. 362 Governance and Leadership II (3, 1, 3)

POL 363 Conflicts in Africa I (3, 1, 3)
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POL 364 Conflicts in Africa II (3, 1, 3).

POL 365 Human Rights I (3, 1, 3)

POL 366 Human Rights II (3, 1, 3)

POL 367 Political Parties and Pressure Groups I (3,1,3)
The course aims to undertake analysis of the nature and varieties of political parties and the role they play as informal political institutions. Particularly, the definitions of political parties, theories of political parties, varieties of political parties, the development of political parties and the role political parties play in the political process in Ghana.

POL 368 Political Parties an Pressure Groups II (3,1,3)
The course aims to undertake analysis of the nature and varieties of interest or pressure groups and the role they play as informal political institutions. Particularly; The definitions of interest or pressure groups, theories on pressure or interest groups; the emergent of interest/pressure groups and the role they play in the political process in Ghana.

Year Four

POL 451 Politics in Ghana I (3, 1, 3)

POL 452 Politics in Ghana II (3, 1, 3)

POL 453 American Foreign Policy I (3, 1, 3)

POL 454 European Union Foreign Policy (3, 1, 3)

POL 455 Public Policy (3,1, 3)

The public policy course generally examines the process of policymaking. Public policy is considered by scholar as (1) a process to authoritatively allocate values; (2) the process of determining “who gets what, when, and how; (3) compromises among political parties that sometimes lead to weak policy outcomes, among others. A recognizable fact is that policy making involves extreme politics as policy makers grapple with the best policy out comes in the midst of scarce resources and political influences from different individuals, interest and political groups within and outside their countries. Therefore, the course seeks to examine the different scholarly views on policymaking as means of understanding the fundamentals of policy outcomes. The course will generally examine: (i) The Nature of Public Policy: the definition of public policy, the nature of policy players/actors, and the essence of studying public policy; (ii) The Art of Making Public Policy: the process, structure, and context of policymaking; (iii) The Composition of Policy Players: Institutional and Non-Institutional Actors; (iv) The Policy Game: rules, strategies, culture, and resources that goes into policymaking. It is expected that student will have a general idea of the policy process covering the determinants of public policy and the different policy players as well as their influences and the politics and games that goes into policymaking.

POL 456 Ethics in Politics (3,1,3)
The political world in recent times is concerned with the problem of unethical behavior involving public officials. Constant efforts are undertaken to control the actions and inactions of politicians that impinges on ethical issues. Recent attempts to promote political ethics center on the problem of "conflicts of interest" between elected officials' private interests and their public duties. While the focus of conflict of interest has been on the issues corruptions, and embezzlement / misappropriation of funds in the developing countries, campaign finances surfaces as the central issues of concern in the developed countries. The course will examine the underlying logic for ethics in politics and the impact of unethical behavior of politicians on the masses. This course will also examine theories of political ethics and analyze measures to curtail the use of public office to advance selfish interest and the regulation of political ethics through elections and legislation.

POL 457 Politics of Natural Resource Management I (3,1,3)

POL 458 Ethnicity & Religion in African Politics (3,1,3)

POL 459 Middle East Politics (3,1,3)

POL 460 Politics and the Environment (3,1,3)
Political Context and Public Policy with regard to such issues as: (1) Environmental Sanitation e.g. disposal of solid and liquid waste, pollution of the air, water and land (2) Wastes from small and large scale industrial activity e.g., toxic and non-toxic waste removable (3) Global Warming, Acid, Rain, Ozone depletion (4) Afforestation/Deforestation (5) The issue of awareness, environmental pressure or interest groups and the political process.

POL 461 Problems in Mordern Democracy I (3,1,3)

POL 462 Problems in Mordern Democracy II (3,1,3)

POL 463 Political Psychology I (3,1,3)

POL 464 Political Psychology II (3,1,3)

POL 465 Regionalism & Development in Africa I (3,1,3)

POL 466 Regionalism & Development in Africa II (3,1,3)

POL 490 Dissertation (6, 1, 6) Candidates are to write long essays, under supervision, and present for assessment as a requirement for graduation.

Programme Type

BA (Hons)

Programme Title

BA Political Studies

BA History

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BA History aynyaaba.cass Fri, 04/06/2018 - 15:13

B A History

SHORT DESCRIPTION OF COURSES IN THE PROGRAMME

Year One

Year Two

Year Three

HIST 368 History of Medicine in Africa (3, 1, 3)

Year Four

HIST 451 History of Christianity in Ghana I (3, 1, 3)

Programme Type

BA (Hons)

BA Political Studies

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BA Political Studies aynyaaba.cass Fri, 04/06/2018 - 15:10

B A Political Studies

YEAR THREE

POL 359 Organisational Theory I (3, 1, 3)

POL 360 Organisational Theory II (3, 1, 3)

POL 365 Human Rights I (3, 1, 3)

POL 366 Human Rights II (3, 1, 3)

Year Four

POL 451 Politics in Ghana I (3, 1, 3)

POL 452 Politics in Ghana II (3, 1, 3)

POL 453 American Foreign Policy I (3, 1, 3)

POL 454 European Union Foreign Policy (3, 1, 3)

POL 455 Public Policy (3,1, 3)

POL 457 Politics of Natural Resource Management I (3,1,3)

Programme Type

BA (Hons)