SoNM
University of Cape Coast — College of Health and Allied Sciences
Admissions open for 2026/2027 →
School of Nursing & Midwifery (SoNM)
Trained in science.
Grounded in care.
For over two decades, the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Cape Coast has prepared nurses and midwives who lead with clinical precision and human compassion — in hospitals, communities, and policy rooms across Ghana and beyond.
- Est.
- 2014
- Programmes
- 9
- DEPARTMENTs
- 3
- Graduates
- 2,000+
- Next intakeSeptember 2026
- Application deadline June 2026
- AccreditationGTEC Ghana
About the School
Where clinical science meets community care.
The School of Nursing and Midwifery is a constituent school of the College of Health and Allied Sciences, University of Cape Coast. We train undergraduate and postgraduate nurses and midwives through a curriculum that pairs rigorous biomedical science with sustained, supervised clinical placement — producing graduates who are ready for practice from day one.
Our faculty includes practising clinicians, public health researchers and policy advisors, and our students rotate through some of Ghana's busiest teaching hospitals and district health facilities as part of their training.
- 1:40Faculty to student ratio
- 98%Licensure pass rate, 2025
- 14Affiliated clinical sites
Prof. Jerry Paul Kukye-Ayiri Ninnoni
Dean, School of Nursing & Midwifery
From the Dean's Desk
A welcome message
Read the Dean's full biography →Welcome to the School of Nursing and Midwifery. Whether you are a prospective student, a returning alumna, or a partner in health care delivery, you are joining a community built on a simple conviction: that excellent nursing and midwifery practice begins with excellent training.
Our graduates are found at bedsides, in community health posts, in research institutions, and in the corridors where health policy is written. Wherever they stand, they carry the same grounding sound clinical judgement, ethical practice, and a deep respect for the people in their care. I invite you to explore what we do here, and to consider becoming part of it.
Academic Programmes
Programmes we offer
From certificate entry to doctoral research, structured for every stage of a nursing or midwifery career.
Undergraduate (BSc)
BSc Nursing
A four-year honours degree combining biomedical science, nursing theory, and over 1,200 hours of supervised clinical practice.
Programme details →BSc Midwifery
Comprehensive training in maternal, newborn and reproductive health, with placements across maternity and community settings.
Programme details →BSc Mental Health Nursing
Comprehensive training preparing nurses to provide holistic mental healthcare, promote psychological well-being, and support individuals with mental and behavioural health conditions.
Programme details →BSc Community Mental Health Nursing
Community-focused training equipping nurses to promote mental wellness, prevent mental illness, and deliver accessible mental healthcare within communities and primary care settings.
Programme details →MPhil / MN /MSc
MSN Nursing
Advanced training designed to enhance clinical expertise, leadership, research, and evidence-based nursing practice.
Programme details →MSC Advance Nursing Practice
Specialised education preparing nurses for advanced clinical roles, leadership, and improved patient-centered care.
Programme details →MSC Public Health Nursing
Community-focused training aimed at strengthening expertise in health promotion, disease prevention, and population health management.
Programme details →MPhil Public Health Nursing
Research-oriented programme designed to develop advanced knowledge and scholarly skills in public health nursing and community health.
Programme details →MSN General Studies
Comprehensive postgraduate training that broadens nursing knowledge and strengthens leadership, research, and professional practice across diverse healthcare settings.
Programme details →Doctoral (Phd)
PhD Nursing (Starting Soon)
Independent research training for future leaders in nursing science, health policy and education.
Programme details →PhD Midwifery (Starting Soon)
Doctoral research pathway focused on maternal and reproductive health systems and policy.
Programme details →DIPLOMA
Certificate in Midwifery
Short-cycle professional training for health workers seeking a foundation in midwifery practice.
Programme details →Announcements
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What's Happening
News & Events
School researchers publish national maternal health study
Faculty-led research on postpartum care in rural Ghana has been published in a leading international nursing journal, informing new Ministry of Health guidelines.
Read more →International Nurses Day celebration
Students and faculty marked the day with a community health screening outreach in Cape Coast.
2026/2027 applications now open
Prospective students can now apply for all undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
New clinical placement agreement signed
The School has expanded its clinical training network with a new partner teaching hospital.
Scholarship
Publications & Articles
Selected research from our faculty and graduate students.
Determinants of exclusive breastfeeding among postpartum women in the Central Region of Ghana
Boateng, A.M., Owusu, K. — Journal of Maternal & Child Health, 2026
View abstract →Nurse staffing levels and patient outcomes in Ghanaian district hospitals
Mensah, F., Yamoah, E. — International Journal of Nursing Studies, 2025
View abstract →Simulation-based learning in undergraduate midwifery education: a five-year review
Darko, T., Adjeley, N. — West African Conference on Nursing Education, 2025
View abstract →Community-based maternal health interventions in sub-Saharan Africa
Boateng, A.M. — Routledge Handbook of Global Maternal Health, 2024
View abstract →Our Network
Affiliated Institution
Training, research and regulatory partnerships that extend our reach across Ghana's health system.
Teaching Hospitals
- Cape Coast Teaching Hospital
District & Regional Hospitals
- Cape Coast Metropolitan Hospital
- Central Regional Hospital
- Elmina Government Hospital
- Saltpond Government Hospital
Partner Nursing & Midwifery Colleges
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Bolgatanga
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Cape Coast
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Jirapa
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Sekondi
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Kpembe
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Keta
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Tamale
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Kumasi
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Hohoe
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Techiman
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Koforidua
- Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Pantang
Community Health & Maternity Sites
- Ewim Polyclinic, Cape Coast
- Pedu Health Centre
- OLA Maternity Home
- Adisadel Community Clinic
- Ekon Health Centre
- Bakaano Health Centre
- Abura Community Health Post
Regulatory & Professional Bodies
- Nursing & Midwifery Council, Ghana
- Ghana Health Service — Central Region
- Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)
- Ghana Registered Nurses & Midwives Association
Campus Life
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Admissions 2026/2027
Begin your journey in nursing or midwifery.
Applications close June 2026. Entry requirements and the full application portal are linked below.
For International Students
Studying with us from abroad
We welcome applicants from outside Ghana into our exchange programmes, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. International applicants should review visa, equivalency and accommodation guidance before applying — our International Students Office can guide you through each step.