Bachelor of Art in Religious and Moral Studies Education
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Program Description
The Bachelor of Art in Religious and Moral Studies Education trains you to become a qualified teacher who teaches religion, ethics, and moral education in schools. You will study religion and comparative faiths, moral philosophy, child development, pedagogy, curriculum design, classroom management, and educational assessment. The program includes teaching practice in partner schools so you gain hands-on experience. Graduates can work as classroom teachers, educational administrators, curriculum developers, special education specialists, or educational consultants in Ghana and beyond. If you enjoy working with young people and shaping values through education, this program prepares you with practical skills and strong job prospects in the education sector.
Aims & Objectives
Develop practical lesson plans and age-appropriate religious and moral studies curricula that align with Ghana Education Service standards.
Master classroom management techniques to create safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environments for diverse learners.
Understand major world religions, ethical theories, and how to teach moral reasoning in ways measurable by student assessments.
Create and implement assessment tools, record keeping, and feedback strategies to evaluate and improve student learning outcomes.
Apply educational technology and teaching practice experience to deliver engaging lessons and demonstrate professional teaching competence.
Why Choose This Program?
High demand for qualified teachers
Ghana needs trained teachers in religious and moral education, offering stable job opportunities in primary and secondary schools.
Hands-on teaching practice
The program includes supervised teaching practice in partner schools, giving real classroom experience and professional references.
Broad career pathways
Beyond classroom teaching, you can work in administration, curriculum development, special education, or as an educational consultant.
Blend of faith and modern pedagogy
You learn both religious content and modern teaching methods, preparing you to teach sensitively in diverse communities.
Professional growth and further study
Graduates can pursue postgraduate studies, teacher certification, or training in educational technology and special education.
Skills & Tools
Skills You'll Develop
Design unit and daily lesson plans using Ghana Education Service syllabi, learning outcomes, and backward design methods.
Use positive discipline, routine setting, and behavior management strategies to maintain orderly and supportive classrooms.
Create formative and summative assessments, grade rubrics, record keeping, and use data to improve teaching and learning.
Integrate tools like PowerPoint, Google Classroom, Moodle, and interactive apps to deliver lessons and track student progress.
Apply differentiation, Individualized Education Plans (IEP) basics, and adaptive teaching methods to support learners with diverse needs.
Tools & Resources
Microsoft Office or LibreOffice
Google Workspace (Docs, Classroom)
Moodle or other LMS
Kahoot or formative assessment apps
Zoom or Google Meet
Challenges & Tips
Challenges
Heavy reading load across religion, philosophy, and pedagogy.
Adapting theory to real classroom practice.
Tips & Advice
Use weekly study plans, join study groups, and summarise notes to manage content effectively.
Maximise teaching practice opportunities and request feedback from supervisors to bridge theory and practice.
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