Centre for Global Education and Collaborations (CGEC)
Welcome to CGEC
Welcome to the Centre for Global Education and Collaborations (CGEC) at UniMAC.
Our mission is to create meaningful global opportunities for students, staff, and partners through academic exchange, collaboration, and cultural engagement. We are committed to preparing students to thrive in an interconnected world.
Office of Global Education & Collaborations
Profile of the Director
Dr. Lawrencia Agyepong (PhD)
Director of the Centre for Global Education and Collaborations (CGEC) at University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC)Dr. Lawrencia Agyepong (PhD) is the Director of the Centre for Global Education and Collaborations (CGEC) at University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC). Prior to this role, she served as Head of the Department of Communication Studies at UniMAC.
Dr. Agyepong has over seventeen (17) years of experience in Media and Communication Studies and is widely recognized for her contributions to communication training and academic development in Ghana. She holds an MSc in Media and Communication Research and a PhD in Media and Communication from the University of Leicester, UK.
She is a dedicated and innovative researcher with numerous publications in reputable journals, including the International Journal of Research in Education Humanities and Commerce, Journal of Development and Communication Studies, and Covenant Journal of Communication. Her research interests span political communication, political marketing, gender studies, and development communication.
Dr. Agyepong is also deeply committed to gender advocacy and has contributed to several projects focused on gender and development in Ghana. She has played active leadership roles within the university community, including Chair of the GIJ@60 Committee, Chair of the Council of Convocation, and Head of Research at the former Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ).
Leading UniMAC's Global Vision
The Centre for Global Education and Collaborations (CGEC) at University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) leads the university’s internationalisation efforts by promoting global partnerships and academic exchange.
Through its work, CGEC positions UniMAC as a globally connected institution and prepares students to thrive in an interconnected world.
Mobility & Support
Facilitating seamless student and staff mobility while providing dedicated support systems for international students and mapping their global journeys.
Academic Excellence
Building strategic institutional collaborations that actively enhance cutting-edge learning, ground-breaking research, and creative outputs.
Cross-Cultural Engagement
Fostering diverse environments that encourage deep cross-cultural learning, open dialogue, and international communication development.
Our Strategic Partnerships
The Centre for Global Education and Collaboration (CGEC) at UniMAC builds strong alliances with leading local and international institutions to support academic exchange, research, and professional development.
Volda University College
Norway
Visit Website →NLA University College
Norway
Visit Website →University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
USA
Visit Website →HFF Munich
Germany
Visit Website →UNESCO Ghana
Accra Office
Visit Website →Association of African Universities (AAU)
Africa
Visit Website →Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
Global Network
Visit Website →International Labour Organization (ILO)
Global
Visit Website →Digital Film School Africa
Regional
Visit Website →Ghana Academy of Film & TV Arts (GAFTA)
Ghana
Visit Website →Akuna Holdings Limited
Enterprise
Visit Website →Abibitumi
Global Afrocentric Education
Visit Website →Virginia Tech
USA
Visit Website →Emerson College
USA
Visit Website →University of the Fraser Valley
Canada
Visit Website →Haaga-Helia University
Finland
Visit Website →University of Technology Sydney
Australia
Visit Website →Africa Views Organization
Development
Visit Website →ISTC Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso
Visit Website →Nelson Mandela University
South Africa
Visit Website →Confucius Institute (CIUG)
University of Ghana
Visit Website →International Students
UniMAC is located in Ghana and offers a dynamic blend of rich cultural heritage and rapidly evolving creative industries within a stable, English-speaking environment.
An education at UniMAC provides hands-on training, industry exposure, and unique insights into African storytelling, digital media innovation, and cultural expression as a specialised university for media, arts, and communication.
"Gain global perspectives, practical skills, and access to emerging markets, positioning yourself competitively for careers in international media and creative sectors."
Applications
International students can seamlessly apply through the central UniMAC admissions portal. To ensure an efficient review process, please prepare and upload your required compliance documents.
Admissions
Evaluation Metrics
Admission parameters are based strictly on competitive academic performance and the custom prerequisites of your chosen specialization track. Successful applicants will be issued an official institutional admission letter containing enrollment details.
Reporting to UniMAC
CGEC warmly welcomes all international students to campus! At UniMAC, you will begin an exciting academic and cultural journey within a vibrant learning environment designed to support your growth, integration, and success.
Mandatory Arrival Deliverables
Once you arrive on campus, you are expected to execute the following administrative actions:
Campus Life
Clubs & Networks
Engage in active, specialized student groups and professional clubs tailored to expand your creative network.
Cultural Events
Experience seasonal exhibitions, international festivals, and creative events that celebrate global diversity.
Support & Housing
Access premium student housing units and dedicated integration support desks running throughout the semester.
Internship Opportunities
CGEC actively facilitates student access to strategic internship placements within Ghana’s top-tier media networks and fast-growing creative industries.
This structure ensures you secure robust, hands-on field experience concurrently with your academic studies, reinforcing theoretical training with real-world sector applications.
Knowing Ghana
Ghana is globally recognized for its exceptionally welcoming people, vibrant living cultures, and highly secure, politically stable democratic environment.
Why Study with UniMAC
UniMAC offers a strong blend of academic training and practical experience, especially in media, communication, and the creative arts.
Students learn in an environment that connects classroom knowledge with real industry practice. The university has experienced lecturers and professionals who guide students through both theory and hands-on work.
Through the Centre of Global Education and Collaboration (CGEC), international students also benefit from exchange programmes, partnerships, and internship opportunities that help build global exposure.
The campus environment is supportive and diverse, making it easier for students from different backgrounds to settle in and grow.
Located in Ghana, UniMAC also gives students access to a rich cultural setting and a growing creative industry, which adds value to both learning and career development.
Programmes
UniMAC offers a wide range of programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma levels in media, communication, arts, and languages. UniMAC’s Study Abroad programme, coordinated by the Centre for Global Education and Collaboration (CGEC), allows students to take part in academic exchanges with partner institutions around the world.
During an exchange, students do not enrol in separate or special programmes. Instead, they continue their regular UniMAC programme while taking equivalent courses at the host institution. These courses are pre-approved to ensure that credits earned abroad count toward their degree.
These programmes are designed to combine academic knowledge with practical skills, preparing students for careers in media, communication, business, and the creative industries.
The Centre for Global Education and Collaboration (CGEC) assists international students with admissions, arrival, and general guidance throughout their stay. Students also receive support with accommodation, orientation, and registration.
Academic advising, counselling, and student welfare services are available to support both academic and personal well-being. Career and internship support is also provided to help students gain practical experience.
Services and Support
UniMAC provides essential support to help students settle in and succeed.
Staff of the Centre
The Centre for Global Education and Collaboration (CGEC) is run by the Director, supported by the Assistant Registrar and National Service personnel who assist with the Centre’s daily operations.
Ms. Mary Naa Agbanye Anum
Assistant Registrar Centre for Global Education and CollaborationsMs. Anum holds a Master of Arts degree in Human Resource Development and currently pursing a Master of Philosophy degree in Administration in Higher Education. She's a member of the Chartered Institute of Administrators and Consultancy, Ghana, and a member of the Administrative Professionals Association of Ghana. with 14 years of administrative experience. Her research interest is international recruitment.
As Assistant Registrar, she is the administrative Senior Member at the Centre for Global Education and Collaborations (CGEC).
Exchange Experience
Images from our student who visited HFF Germany for an exchange Programme
Meeting at the Israeli Embassy
Breast Cancer Awareness Day with international students at IL
Some Exchange Students were taken through Ghanaian cultural lessons
UniMAC students on exchange at HFF, Germany
Exchange students sent on tour
On tour with Prof Terje Skjerdal from Norway
CGEC News
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Truth-Telling for Change: UniMAC Welcomes Two University Professors and Hosts Public Lecture On Decolonising Knowledge and Planetary Justice
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A Cinematic Bridge Strengthened: Students from Germany Arrive at UniMAC-IFT for the African Dialogues Exchange
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Faculty and Students from Emerson College, Boston- Usa Visits UniMAC in Ghana, West Africa
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UniMAC Welcomes a Delegation from Youngstown State University, USA
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Breaking Borders with Storytelling: UniMAC-IFT Students Depart for Germany in an Exchange Program
Contact Us
We would love to speak with you. Feel free to reach out using the details below.
Get In Touch
Address
Centre for Global Education and Collaborations (CGEC)
First Floor, South Legon Campus
Accra, Ghana
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Sat-Sun Closed
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