University of Development Studies, Tamale
UNIVERSITY
FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES, TAMALE
INTRODUCTION
The University of Development Studies was established in 1992
as a community based practical – oriented and problem – solving institution. It
is meant to fill the yawning gap in education and development in the northern
sector of the country. It is a Multi – compus University with campuses located
at Tamale, Nyankpala and Navrongo, all in the North of the country. Other
campuses are expected to be developed in due course. Its range of programmes
and facilities are currently limited, however, it offers highly competitive
courses and boasts of Ghana’s third Medical School.
The objective is not only to train students to live and work in
rural communities, but also to equip them with the relevant skills and
expertise to prepare them for self-employment. The Third Trimester Field
Practical Training Program is a distinguishing feature of the University. Eight
weeks of the third trimester are devoted to a practical work and extension
among the local communities. During this period, the students live in the local
communities, conduct research and interact with the populace. At the end of the
program a forum is held and the students present their findings and
recommendations to the communities. Traditional rulers, MPs, District Assembly
Members, opinion leaders and the general public are invited to the forums and
participate in the discussions. The student’s present individual and group
reports, which are graded as part of the requirements for graduation.
The University currently focuses mainly on studies in
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Agricultural Sciences
·
Medicine and Health Sciences.
·
Applied Sciences
·
Integrated Development Studies and
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Inter-disciplinary Research
The School of Medicine and Health Sciences is expected to adopt
the problem-based student-centered and community-oriented approach to medical
education. Besides the training of medical doctors the SMHS is expected to
produce Allied Health Personnel in the fields of Radiology, Laboratory
Technology, and physiotherapy etc. to meet the needs of the country's Health
Delivery Sector.
Contacts:
Vice Chancellor’s Office
Office of the Vice ChancellorUniversity for Development Studies
Post Office Box 1350
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