Brief History
The Department of Political Science was established in the 1961/1962 academic year with only three Ghanaians among a total teaching staff of seven. Until then, during the period of the University of Ghana’s affiliation to London University, a course in Government was taught in other departments. The numerical strength of Ghanaians increased over time as young graduates of the University College of Ghana who travelled for further training abroad started joining the academic staff of the new department. Within a few years of the establishment of the Department, Political Science grew to be one of the most popular disciplines in the University of Ghana. The problem of student numbers, which to this day, continues to plague the Department, has been in existence since the1963/1964 academic year. Unlike in the past there has been a corresponding growth in the academic staff both at the level of lecturers and teaching assistants
Vision
To go beyond its reputation as the leader in contemporary studies of Political Science in Ghana to a regionally and globally recognized Political Science Department.
It should be a Department that produces excellence in research, teaching, and training of political minds that are impactful in Ghana, Africa and the world as a whole.
Mission
To remain a Department that enhances strong faculty dedication to teaching and research excellence, that makes relevant and important contributions to political debate and development in the nation through cutting-edge research and political analysis, maintains an efficient and dedicated staff, and produces a student body that is highly trained and mentored for successful impact in the challenging world outside.
Administrative Leadership
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Mrs. Mary Chinery-Hesse was duly elected as Chancellor of the University of Ghana and subsequently inducted into office on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at a Special Congregation of the University held in the Great Hall.
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Mrs. Mary Chinery-Hesse was duly elected as Chancellor of the University of Ghana and subsequently inducted into office on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at a Special Congregation of the University held in the Great Hall.
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Mrs. Mary Chinery-Hesse was duly elected as Chancellor of the University of Ghana and subsequently inducted into office on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at a Special Congregation of the University held in the Great Hall.
