Established in 2004, the materials science department of the University of Ghana has undergone several transformations in its course content and offerings. The Department is poised to playing an important role in the University’s strategic plan for achieving pre-eminence in the Life Sciences and Faculty of Science vision of becoming a leader in cutting-edge Scientific Research.
The Materials Science Department of the University of Ghana plays a multifaceted role, integral to the advancement of education, research, and industry collaboration. At the heart of its mission is the education of students, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs that provide a deep understanding of materials' structure, properties, and applications. This education is not limited to theoretical knowledge; it also emphasizes practical skills and interdisciplinary learning, preparing students for careers in various high-tech industries, from aerospace and electronics to biotechnology and energy.
Faculty and students engage in cutting-edge research to uncover the intrinsic properties of materials, while also addressing practical challenges that have immediate industrial and societal relevance. The department’s research centers and laboratories often lead innovations in fields like nanotechnology, biomaterials, and computational materials science, making significant contributions to technological advancement.
Vision
To become a world class research-intensive University over the next decade.
Our Mission
We will create an enabling environment that makes University of Ghana increasingly relevant to national and global development through cutting-edge research as well as high quality teaching and learning.
Administrative Leadership
See AllProf. Benjamin Agyei-Tuffour
Department Exams Officer
Professor Benjamin Agyei-Tuffour holds a BSc in Metallurgical Engineering from KNUST and an MSc in Materials Science and Engineering from NTNU, with a PhD focus in Energy Materials from the African University of Science and Technology. He has earned several scholarships, collaborated on advanced materials research at institutions like Rutgers University, and contributed significantly to solar and STEM outreach initiatives in Africa.
Contact info
bagyei-tuffour@ug.edu.gh
Prof. David Doodo-Arhin
Chair, Graduate Programs
Professor David Dodoo-Arhin, Full Professor of Materials Science and Engineering and Director of the Institute of Applied Science and Technology at the University of Ghana, facilitates knowledge transfer from academia to industry. With a PhD in Materials Engineering from the University of Trento, he has conducted extensive research in energy materials, collaborating with institutions like the University of Cambridge and the University of Strathclyde on projects from photovoltaics to plastic waste-to-fuel technologies.
Contact info
ddodoo-arhin@ug.edu.gh
Gloria Pokuaa Manu
Lab Supervisor
Experienced Senior Laboratory Technologist specializing in Materials Science and Engineering. Skilled in managing lab operations with a focus on accuracy, safety, and reliability in material analysis and testing. Proficient in UV-visible spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, X-ray diffraction, FTIR, density and viscosity measurements, and conductivity and resistance testing. Committed to supporting researchers, students, and industry partners in achieving innovative outcomes, as well as mentoring lab users to ensure efficient, technically sound project execution.
Contact info
gpmanu@ug.edu.gh
