Programmes Offered at Gambaga College of Education, Admission Requirements & How to Apply

Brief Background:

The people of Mamprugu led by the Nayiri Naa Bohugu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga and the East Mamprusi District Assembly led By former D.C.E Hon Adam Imoro laid foundation for the establishment of this noble institution in 2012 as a community college of Education.

The college is one of the 46 public colleges of education in Ghana located at Gambaga in the Northern Region. It is currently affiliated to the University for Development Studies (UDS).

Current Courses Offered by at Gambaga College of Education

At present, GACOE runs 4-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) programmes.

The B.Ed courses/programmes offered include;

1. Early Grade Education
2. Primary Education
3. Junior High School Education
   i. Mathematics and ICT option
   ii. Social Studies and RME option
   iii. Social Studies and Music option
   iv. Social Studies and Geography Option

The College seeks to be a Virtuous and Transformational Teacher Focus Tertiary Institution of Excellence.

However, D7 is not an acceptable grade for getting admission to Gambaga College of Education. Your only guarantee for admission is to PASS your WASSCE with a good grade(A1-C6)

Admission Requirements

The general requirement for admission to the 4-Year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) Programme is as follows:

WASSCE Holders:

CREDIT PASSES (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising Three (3) Core subjects, including English Language, and Core Mathematics, and Three (3) Elective subjects relevant to the course of

SSSCE Holders:

CREDIT PASSES (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising Three(3) Core subjects, including English Language, and Core Mathematics, and Three (3) Elective subjects relevant to the course of study.

Step-by-step application guide

1. Confirm you’re eligible
   • WASSCE: Credit passes (A1–C6) in 6 subjects—3 core (English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies) plus 3 relevant electives.
   • SSSCE: Credit passes (A–D) in the same structure (3 core + 3 electives).
   • TVET, GCE/GBCE/ABCE, and foreign-qualification routes are also accepted (see full circular for details).

2. Gather what you need before paying
   • Active mobile number (you’ll get SMS updates).
   • Email address.
   • Passport photo in JPG/JPEG, ≤ 40 KB.
   • Your WAEC index number

3. Buy an application e-voucher
   • Pay at any CBG branch or via mobile money by dialing *924*8# (all networks).
   • You’ll receive a PIN and Serial Number plus the portal address. (Amounts can change—use the current figure shown when you dial or at the bank.)

4. Go to the official portal
   • Visit  admission.coeportal.edu.gh and choose Login.
   • Enter your PIN/Serial from the voucher.

5. Fill the online form carefully
   • Enter your biodata and academic details.
   • Upload your passport photo (JPG/JPEG, ≤ 40 KB).
   • Choose 1st, 2nd, and 3rd College choices in order of preference.
   • Select one Ghanaian Language offered in your chosen college(s).
   • Use Preview to check, then Edit if needed before final submit.

6. Print and post your application
   • After submitting online, print the completed form.
   • Attach one passport photo and results slip(s) (if available).
   • Send by EMS (Ghana Post priority) to the Principal of your 1st-choice college.

7. Track updates
   • You’ll get SMS confirming receipt, and later admission offers (also by SMS). Keep your phone on and number active.

8. Results verification & integrity
   • Colleges will verify your results with WAEC. Submitting false documents has legal consequences.

Pro tips to avoid delays

• Use your own phone number and email (not a friend’s/café’s).
• Keep your voucher safe for logins/edits.
• Make sure your photo size and format meet the spec to prevent upload errors.
• Post your EMS envelope early and keep the receipt/tracking