BSc Horticulture

Over the past three years, the BSc Horticulture programme has undergone significant growth and transformation, achieving nearly all of its target goals since its inception. This progress has not only validated the programme’s relevance to Ghana’s agricultural modernisation agenda but has also demonstrated its potential to drive national development. One of the most significant achievements has been the strengthening of the academic curriculum, ensuring that it aligns with international standards and industry needs. The programme has expanded course contents to include advanced modules in fruit and vegetable production, ornamental horticulture, greenhouse technology, medicinal and aromatic plants, and sustainable landscape management. This has enabled students to gain both theoretical depth and practical exposure across the major specialisations of horticulture. Additionally, practical training and fieldwork have been significantly enhanced. The Department has invested in greenhouse facilities that provide hands-on learning experiences. Students now engage in applied research, internships, and entrepreneurship projects that prepare them to meet the demands of both domestic and export markets. These initiatives have positioned the programme as a hub for innovation in horticultural science and practice. Another key area of improvement is the capacity building of faculty and collaboration with industry. Lecturers have engaged in professional development, research collaborations, and training programmes to update their skills in modern horticultural practices. Partnerships have been established with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, private horticultural enterprises, and international development partners, creating opportunities for joint projects, student placements, and knowledge exchange. The programme has also made notable strides in student enrolment. The increased visibility and relevance of horticulture as a career pathway have attracted more students, while the first cohorts are yet to graduate, who we believe will successfully enter agribusiness ventures, research institutions, and landscape enterprises. Furthermore, the BSc in Horticulture has directly contributed to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By training professionals to apply sustainable production techniques and environmentally friendly landscape practices, the programme has supported SDG 2 on food security and sustainable agriculture. Through the delivery of quality higher education, it has also contributed to SDG 4, ensuring inclusive and relevant learning for the next generation of agricultural professionals. In general, within just three years, the BSc Horticulture programme has made impressive progress toward its objectives. The programme now stands as a strong foundation for higher-level training and research (MSc and PhD) in horticulture, while also driving innovation and entrepreneurship in Ghana’s horticultural sector. Nearly all of the target goals have been achieved, making the programme a flagship example of how specialised training in agriculture can support national modernisation efforts, create jobs, restore degraded lands, and strengthen Ghana’s global competitiveness in horticulture.