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Professor. Ernest Obese
THE DEAN OF THE SCHOOL

Professor. Ernest Obese

Pharmacologist

Professor. Ernest Obese is a registered pharmacist and Lecturer at the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast. He is affiliated with PSGH, SONA, CoBReG, FIP, IASP and the Society for Medicinal Plant and Natural Product Research.

📈 Our Achievements Milestones we've reached in advancing pharmaceutical education:
  • First Pharmacy school in Africa to award dual certificates (PharmD & MSc) within six years.
  • Published over 50 peer-reviewed pharmaceutical papers.
  • Partnered with international health institutions across Ghana.
  • Trained over 30 pharmacy graduates now serving globally.
  • Secured funding from international organisations and health institutions.
  • Ultra-Modern Laboratory Facility and FDA testing center in central region.
  • Extraordinary 100 percent pass rate in the Ghana Professional Pharmacy Qualifying Examination.
  • 2026 & Beyond: Expanding anti-snake venom research, cosmetology & drug discovery.
💡 We don't only produce graduate — we form future pharmacists who are both capable, virtuous, innovative, and impactful .
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🏛️ About Us (SoPPS) is one of six (6) Schools in the College of Health and Allied Sciences (CoHAS). The School was established in August 2018 to train students to obtain Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) in order to expand the healthare delivery team of professionals. It is an undergraduate professional (first degree) programme and post graduate programme. The School is strategically positioned in the University of Cape Coast for the academic and professional development of not only professional pharmacist, but the capacity building of future generations of academics and scholars in the field of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences. Think of us as the bridge between science and society — committed to communities we serve across Ghana and the world.
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We also foster a research culture that is globally competitive yet locally relevant — proud to advance from the heart of UCC.

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Latest Publications
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Article — Impact of drug stockouts and out-of-pocket cost on antipsychotic prescribing practices in Ghana.
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Article — An mHealth application to optimize blood pressure management among hypertensive patients.
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Journal — Impact of illegal mining on phytochemical composition and antimicrobial activities.
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Article — Evaluating prevalence of substance use disorder among tertiary students.
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Article — Health facility readiness assessment for hypertension care.
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Why Study With Us ?

There are many reasons to pursue your pharmacy education at the School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast.
Quality Higher Education
Receive higher education training from the best University in Africa with international standards.
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Dual Certification
Graduate with both PharmD and MSc certification together.
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Experienced Lecturers
Study with and receive mentorship from highly trained lecturers.
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Smart Delivery
Smart and cool lecture rooms make learning more conducive.
Accredited
Our programmes are government approved and Council approved.
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Best Curriculum
International Curriculum for training and professional skill development.

Explore Our Programmes

5 active programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels — designed to shape future pharmacists.

1 PharmD Programme Undergraduate Programme
Bachelor's Degree

Undergraduate

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2 Programmes Masters Programme
MSc & Mphil Degree

Masters

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2 Programmes Doctoral Programme
PhD & Doctoral

Doctoral

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In Progress Certs Programme
PGDip & PGCert

Certs & Diplomas

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PUBLIC NOTICE
2026 ADMISSION IS IN PROGRESS     |     Admission form for 2026 is out for PharmD programme     |     Applications are open for postgraduate programmes (PhD, MPhil, and MSc) in Pharmaceutical Technology and Cosmetic Science     |     2026 Sandwich Admission Alert! Join the MPhil/MSc Programme in Pharmaceutical Technology or Cosmetic Science     |     Test your Herbal Medicinal Product with us. We are located at the North Campus, SOPPS Complex (Old SMS Building) beside NEC. Contact us via sopps@ucc.edu or call (+233)-(0)243630914.

 

 

We are the next generation of pharmacists. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the healthcare sector and the global community.

2025/2026 SECOND SEMESTER ACADEMIC YEAR

 
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Students Arrive

April, 2026

27
 

Lectures Begin

April, 2026

18-22
 

First Quiz (CA)

May, 2026

29
 

Project Presentation

May, 2026

15-19
 

Second Quiz (CA)

June, 2026

19
 

Student-Academic Advisors Meeting

June, 2026

6-24
 

Semester Examination

July, 2026

25-28
 

Semester Break

July-August, 2026

Upcoming Events

JUN 24
Ghana Pharmaceutical Student Association UCC Week
AUG 01
Community-Based Experience and Service (COBES)
AUG 31
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Retreat
PUBLIC NOTICE
2026 ADMISSION IS IN PROGRESS     |     Admission form for 2026 is out for PharmD programme     |     Applications are open for postgraduate programmes (PhD, MPhil, and MSc) in Pharmaceutical Technology and Cosmetic Science     |     2026 Sandwich Admission Alert! Join the MPhil/MSc Programme in Pharmaceutical Technology or Cosmetic Science.
 

Preparing you
to lead the way
forward

Our Curriculum

Clinical Care

We build practical healthcare skills through experiential and clinical learning

 
 
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Clinical Care

We build practical healthcare skills through experiential and clinical learning.

Industrial Training

We partner with biotech and pharmaceutical companies.

COBES

We enrich your journey with  community services to foster your professional development.

Life at SoPPS UCC

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