University of Cape Coast

Centre for Coastal Management

The OCPP Ghana Scholarships, funded through the UK’s  Blue Plante Fund offer a unique opportunity for students from Ghana to undertake a fully funded Master’s in marine science. 

Aimed at early to mid-career researchers from Ghana who wish to develop a career in marine science, the OCPP Scholarships Ghana will support world-class research in this area.  

Hosted by the University of Cape Coast the scholarships will enable scholars from Ghana to harness their regional knowledge, conduct vital research and help develop solutions to marine environmental problems. The aim of the scholarships is to support scientific research that will contribute to the conservation and sustainable management of marine resources, and strengthen responses to marine environmental challenges.  The scholarships will also make a positive and tangible impact on the livelihoods of coastal communities that depend on healthy marine ecosystems.