Executive Diploma in Advanced Research / PhD — Study from Bawku, Ghana

Imagine advancing your research expertise and leadership potential without leaving the town you call home. In an exclusive partnership between the University of Gloucestershire and Robert Kennedy College, the Executive Diploma in Advanced Research / PhD empowers you to study online with world-class academic guidance while maintaining your life and work in Bawku, Ghana. The programme’s rigorous theoretical foundations are designed for international application—so the insights you gain are relevant wherever your ambitions take you.

This is a modern path to a British credential, crafted for professionals who seek impact and independence. Learn on your schedule, access your classroom from your laptop or mobile, and transform your ideas into actionable, globally relevant research. Your next step in advanced scholarship can start right where you are.

Awarded as a British Degree Recognised Internationally

Gain the credibility and global resonance of a British award. Employers, academic institutions, and professional bodies around the world recognise British degrees for their academic rigor and quality assurance, giving your profile a powerful signal of excellence and trust. This recognition opens doors for international collaboration, publication opportunities, and cross-border career moves.

Whether you aspire to leadership in industry, consultancy, academia, or policy, a British award amplifies your voice and validates your expertise. It is a credential that helps your research—and your career—travel farther.

Complete 100% Online in as Little as 3–6 Months

Your time is valuable. This programme is designed to be efficient and focused, enabling you to complete the diploma 100% online in as little as 3–6 months, depending on your pace. Every week can bring meaningful progress toward your goals without putting your life on hold.

Condensed timelines do not mean compromise on depth. You engage intensively with advanced research methods, scholarly writing, and critical inquiry—skills that immediately translate into professional impact.

No Required Online Presence at Specific Times

Life does not always fit a timetable, and your education shouldn’t have to. There are no mandatory live sessions at fixed times, allowing you to manage your study around work, family commitments, and the rhythms of your day in Bawku. You decide when you engage and how you pace your progress.

This asynchronous model rewards self-direction and maturity—attributes that define effective researchers and leaders. You gain knowledge on your terms, without compromising quality or momentum.

Study from Anywhere—Even Offline with Our Mobile App

Whether you are at home, in transit, or traveling, your classroom is as close as your device. You can study from anywhere in the world through a mobile app that lets you download study materials and watch lectures offline. No reliable connection? No problem—prepare, review, and reflect whenever and wherever you choose.

This level of flexibility means your learning integrates seamlessly into your daily life. From quiet early mornings to evening breaks, your study time becomes both practical and productive.

Open-Book Assessments, Not Classical Question/Answer Exams

Real research is about applying knowledge, not memorising it. Our open-book assessments reflect authentic analytical practice, emphasising problem-solving, synthesis, and evidence-based decision-making instead of classical question/answer exams. You demonstrate understanding by using concepts and literature to craft thoughtful, rigorous responses.

Open-book does not mean easy—it means relevant. You build the habits of scholarly inquiry that carry over into peer-reviewed publication, high-stakes projects, and executive-level decision-making.

Guided by Faculty with Pedigrees from World-Renowned Universities

Learn from tutors and faculty who have graduated from world-renowned institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their diverse academic journeys and research portfolios enrich your learning with global perspectives and best-in-class methodologies.

With mentorship from such accomplished scholars, you receive insightful feedback, targeted guidance, and a standard of excellence that elevates your work. You are not just learning—you are being coached to think and produce like a researcher at the top of your field.

A Global Cohort and Alumni Impact Across 130+ Countries

Join a truly international community. Your cohort spans continents and industries, exposing you to a mosaic of ideas, contexts, and professional challenges. This diversity fuels richer discussions, wider professional horizons, and collaborations that persist long after graduation.

Our alumni work in influential organisations including the United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony, demonstrating the reach and relevance of the network you will join.

Flexible Fees with Up to 18 Monthly Interest-Free Instalments

Invest in your future with payment flexibility designed for professionals. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you to manage your budget without delaying your ambitions.

This approach enables you to allocate resources strategically—so you can focus on your learning, your research, and your impact.

What This Programme Can Mean for Your Future in Bawku, Ghana

Bawku sits at a strategic crossroads for cross-border trade and development activity in the Upper East region. Advanced research capabilities can empower you to shape solutions in areas such as market analysis, policy evaluation, and regional integration. With the Executive Diploma in Advanced Research / PhD framework, you can design studies that inform NGOs, local enterprises, or government initiatives with evidence-backed recommendations that stand up to international scrutiny.

The region’s growing opportunities in agriculture and agro-processing—spanning cereals, legumes, shea, and livestock—benefit from rigorous data analysis and value-chain research. Apply your learning to assess productivity constraints, optimise supply chains, evaluate climate resilience strategies, and develop frameworks for sustainable growth. Your research can guide investment, reduce risk, and unlock new market access for local producers.

Public services and social enterprises in and around Bawku increasingly require professionals who can interpret data, publish insights, and manage complex projects. Your training enables you to lead monitoring and evaluation, health and education research, and impact assessments that inform donors and stakeholders. Whether you aim to consult, lead programmes, or influence policy, the capabilities you gain are immediately useful and globally relevant.

Take the next step toward a transformative research journey that fits your life in Bawku, Ghana and resonates worldwide. Request our course catalogue and discover how this online programme can accelerate your ambitions.