Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development

B.Sc. Natural Resource Management & Education

B.Sc. Natural Resource Management & Education

Study sustainable management of land, water, forests and biodiversity alongside teacher training for environmental education.

Programme Overview

The B.Sc. Natural Resource Management and Education programme prepares graduates to manage land, water, forest and biodiversity resources sustainably, and to teach environmental and natural resource subjects.

Students study ecology, forestry, soil and water conservation, environmental management and climate-smart practice alongside professional education courses. The programme emphasises fieldwork and community engagement, so that graduates understand resource management both scientifically and in its social and economic context.

Graduates are equipped for careers in environmental and natural resource agencies, conservation and development organisations, and for teaching environmental and agricultural science in technical and senior high institutions.

What You Will Learn

Students develop scientific, practical and professional competencies in areas including:

  • Principles of Natural Resource Management
  • Ecology and Biodiversity Conservation
  • Forestry and Agroforestry Systems
  • Soil and Water Conservation
  • Watershed and Catchment Management
  • Environmental Impact Assessment
  • Climate Change and Climate-Smart Practices
  • Land Use Planning and Management
  • Wildlife and Protected Area Management
  • Environmental Policy, Law and Governance
  • Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing
  • Curriculum Studies and Teaching Methods
  • Community Participation and Resource Governance
  • Research Methods and Project Work

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue careers in environmental management, conservation and education, including:

  • Natural Resource Management Officer
  • Environmental Education Teacher or Tutor
  • Forestry Officer
  • Environmental Officer
  • Conservation and Wildlife Officer
  • Land Use Planning Assistant
  • Climate and Sustainability Project Officer
  • Watershed Management Officer
  • Environmental Compliance Assistant
  • Community Development Officer
  • Research and Field Assistant
  • Environmental Consultant

Entry Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following admission requirements:

WASSCE / SSSCE Applicants

Credit passes (A1-C6 / A-D) in three core subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies, plus three relevant elective subjects.

Diploma and HND Applicants

A recognised Diploma, HND or equivalent tertiary qualification may be considered for admission with advanced standing.

Mature Applicants

Applicants aged 25 years and above may apply under the mature students category and are normally required to pass an entrance examination and interview.

Practical Training

Fieldwork and community engagement are central to the programme. Students take part in:

  • Field studies in forests, farmland and water catchments
  • Soil and water conservation practicals
  • Biodiversity survey and monitoring exercises
  • Mapping and geographic information systems laboratory work
  • Supervised teaching practice in senior high and technical institutions
  • Community natural resource management projects
  • Industrial attachment with environmental and forestry agencies

These experiences build the field competence, analytical skill and teaching ability the sector requires.

How to Apply

  1. Purchase an Application Voucher

    Obtain a voucher through the university's approved sales channels and keep your serial and PIN details safe.

  2. Complete the Online Application

    Log in to the official AAMUSTED admissions portal, complete the form accurately and upload the required academic documents.

  3. Receive Your Offer

    Shortlisted applicants are notified through the portal and by email. The offer letter sets out the programme, campus, reporting date and registration requirements.