ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

Available Programmes

A wide range of programmes to choose from.

We offer a broad array of courses allowing you to tailor your choices to your needs. Explore all available options in our:

Bachelor of Technology Programmes (4-year Straight Degree)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Morning) 
  • Bachelor of Technology – Water and Sanitation Engineering (Morning)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Interior Design and Technology (Morning)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Medical Laboratory Science (Morning/Evening)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Cyber Security (Morning)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Applied Statistics (Morning)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Accounting & Finance Analytics (Morning)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Logistics and Transport Management (Morning)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Marketing (Morning)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Civil Engineering
  • Bachelor of Technology – Public Relations & Digital Communication
  • Bachelor of Technology – Medical Imaging Technology
  • Bachelor of Technology – Science Laboratory Technology (Morning)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Construction Engineering Management
  • Bachelor of Technology – Automotive Engineering
  • Bachelor of Technology – Biomedical Equipment Technology
  • Bachelor of Technology – Secretaryship and Administrative Practice 
  • Bachelor of Technology – Mechanical Engineering 
Entry Requirements for Bachelor of Technology Programmes (4-year Straight Degree)

A. ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

I.      West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects, namely Applied Electricity, Physics, Chemistry, Elective Mathematics, Technical Drawing, ICT, Electronics, and Biology

II.    Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects namely Applied Electricity, Physics, Chemistry, Elective Mathematics and Technical Drawing. ICT, Electronics, and Biology

III.   Certificate II APPLICANTS (TECHNICAL SCHOOL GRADUANDS -CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV.                General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects including Mathematics and Physics. A pass in Chemistry will be an advantage, at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject

IV. Technician Applicants

·         EET Part One certificate plus EET II certificates

OR

·         Pass in Ordinary Technician Diploma

OR

·         City and Guilds Technician Certificate and Technician Diploma plus Advance Technician Diploma Certificate

OR

·         EET I Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

OR

Intermediate Certificate plus credit passes in SSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science. 

V. Mature Applicant

   The mature applicant must:

a. Be at least 25 years old by 30th June 2023.

b. Show proof of age with a birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date, which is at least 5 years old at the time of application.

c. In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

d. The mature candidate must have relevant working experience in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and related subjects.

VI.  INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire a Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission. 

B. CIVIL ENGINEERING

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects including Elective Mathematics, Physics, and any other elective subjects including Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Building Construction, Technical Drawing and ICT.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three elective subjects including Elective Mathematics, Physics, and any other elective subjects including Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Building Construction, Technical Drawing, ICT.

III. CERTIFICATE II APPLICANTS (TECHNICAL SCHOOL GRADUANDS -CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Candidates must have five (5) credits at Ordinary Level in GCE including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject AND passes in GCE ‘A’ Level Physics, Mathematics and any other Elective subject.

V. Technician Applicant

Candidates must at least have CTC II. Candidates will be required to do a bridging course.

        OR

CTC I Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

        OR

Intermediate Certificate and credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

VI.  Mature Candidates

  • Must be at least 25 years old.
  • Candidates may be required to pass a written and oral examination after pre-qualification exercise.
  • Mature candidates must have attempted any of the requirements stated from I to IV.

VII. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

C. WATER AND SANITATION ENGINEERING

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects including Chemistry, Biology, Elective Mathematics, Geography and General Agriculture. 

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects including Chemistry, Geography, Biology, Elective Mathematics and General Agriculture.

III. Certificate II APPLICANTS (TECHNICAL SCHOOL GRADUANDS -CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects including Mathematics/Biology, Physics, General Agriculture and Chemistry at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject.

V. Technician Applicants

     Technician Applicants with CTC II certificate;

        OR

CTC I Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

         OR

Intermediate  Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

VI. Diploma Holders

Holders of Diploma in Civil Engineering with one-year relevant working experience will be offered unconditional admission into the programme;

VII. Mature Candidates

    The mature applicant must:

  • Be at least 25 years old by 30th June 2023.
  • Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date, which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  • In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge.
  • Mature candidates should have worked in a relevant Water and Sanitation industry.

VIII. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

D. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

 WASSCE Applicants must have six (6) credit passes (A1-C6) in all subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science, and any other three (3) of the following combinations that should consist of at least two mandatory subjects and one optional subject. 

 

PROGRAMME

MANDATORY SUBJECTS

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

1

General Science

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR Chemistry

·         Biology

·         Physics

·         Chemistry

·         Technical Drawing

·         Geography

·         General Agriculture

·         Elective ICT

2

Technical

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR Technical Drawing OR Auto Mechanics

·         Applied Electricity

·         Electronics

·         Metal Work

·         Auto Mechanics

·         Physics

·         Elective ICT

·         Chemistry

3

Agriculture

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR General Agriculture

·         Physics

·         Chemistry

·         Biology

·         Elective ICT

·         General Agriculture

·         Animal Husbandry

·         Crop Husbandry and Horticulture

·         Fisheries

·         Forestry

4

General Arts

·         Mathematics and

·         Geography OR Elective ICT

·         Geography

·         Economics

·         Elective ICT

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) Candidates

SSCE applicants must have six (6) credit passes (A-D) in all subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science, and any other three (3) of the following combinations that should consist of at least two mandatory subjects and one optional subject.

 

PROGRAMME

MANDATORY SUBJECTS

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

1

General Science

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR Chemistry

·         Biology

·         Physics

·         Chemistry

·         Technical Drawing

·         Geography

·         General Agriculture

·         Elective ICT

2

Technical

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR Technical Drawing OR Auto Mechanics

·         Applied Electricity

·         Electronics

·         Metal Work

·         Auto Mechanics

·         Physics

·         Elective ICT

·         Chemistry

3

Agriculture

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR General Agriculture

·         Physics

·         Chemistry

·         Biology

·         Elective ICT

·         General Agriculture

·         Animal Husbandry

·         Crop Husbandry and Horticulture

·         Fisheries

·         Forestry

4

General Arts

·         Mathematics and

·         Geography OR Elective ICT

·         Geography

·         Economics

·         Elective ICT

III. General Certificate of Education (GCE) ‘A’ Level Candidates

Candidates must have five (5) credits at Ordinary Level in GCE including English Language, Mathematics, and a Science subject, and passes in GCE ‘A’ Level Relevant Subjects.

IV. Technician Applicants

  1. Candidates must have six credits in NABPTEX/TEU Examinations including three (3) core (NABPTEX CERTIFICATE II) and three (3) electives (TEU) subjects
  2. Passes in Refrigeration, Motor Vehicle, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical Engineering Technician Part I in addition to passes in English, Core Mathematics, and Integrated science
  • Pass in Refrigeration Technician II with passes in all subjects. OR
  1. Pass in Motor Vehicle Technician Part II with passes in all subjects. OR
  2. Pass in Mechanical Engineering Technician Part II with passes in all subjects. OR
  3. Passes in Electrical Engineering Technician Part II with passes in all subjects. OR
  • Technical applicants with Technician Part III in the fields stated in iii, iv, v, and vi are qualified to be admitted at level 200. 

V. Higher National Diploma

HND in Automotive and Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division will be offered admission into the programme at level 300 for a two-year top-up. Other Diploma qualifications assessed by the National Accreditation Board to be equivalent to HND may be similarly considered.

VI. Diploma

A diploma in Automotive and Mechanical Engineering will be offered admission into the programme at level 200 for a three (3) year top-up.

VII. Mature Applicants

Candidates applying for admission to the B.Tech. programme as matured applicants would have to

  1. Show prove of WASSCE/SSSCE
  2. Have some background knowledge or working experience in Automobile Engineering
  • Be 25 years or more at the time of application.

The candidates would be required to pass a written and oral examination after a pre-qualification exercise.

VIII. International and Other Applicants:

International applicants (Baccalaureate and Others) may apply with the content of programmes equivalent to Ghanaian WASSCE/SSSCE or the Ghanaian ‘A’ Level programmes. Credit passes of the international applicants (Baccalaureate and Others) shall meet requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE and GCE ‘A’ Level with equivalent certificate.

E. AUTOMOTATIVE ENGINEERING

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

WASSCE applicants must have six (6) credit passes (A1-C6) in all subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science, and any other three (3) of the following combinations that should consist of at least two mandatory subjects and one optional subject.

 

PROGRAMME

MANDATORY SUBJECTS

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

1

General Science

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR Chemistry

·         Biology

·         Physics

·         Chemistry

·         Technical Drawing

·         Geography

·         General Agriculture

·         Elective ICT

2

Technical

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR Technical Drawing OR Auto Mechanics

·         Applied Electricity

·         Electronics

·         Metal Work

·         Auto Mechanics

·         Physics

·         Elective ICT

·         Chemistry

3

Agriculture

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR General Agriculture

·         Physics

·         Chemistry

·         Biology

·         Elective ICT

·         General Agriculture

·         Animal Husbandry

·         Crop Husbandry and Horticulture

·         Fisheries

·         Forestry

4

General Arts

·         Mathematics and

·         Geography OR Elective ICT

·         Geography

·         Economics

·         Elective ICT

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

SSCE applicants must have six (6) credit passes (A-D) in all subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science, and any other three (3) of the following combinations that should consist of at least two mandatory subjects and one optional subject.

 

PROGRAMME

MANDATORY SUBJECTS

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

1

General Science

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR Chemistry

·         Biology

·         Physics

·         Chemistry

·         Technical Drawing

·         Geography

·         General Agriculture

·         Elective ICT

2

Technical

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR Technical Drawing OR Auto Mechanics

·         Applied Electricity

·         Electronics

·         Metal Work

·         Auto Mechanics

·         Physics

·         Elective ICT

·         Chemistry

3

Agriculture

·         Mathematics and

·         Physics OR General Agriculture

·         Physics

·         Chemistry

·         Biology

·         Elective ICT

·         General Agriculture

·         Animal Husbandry

·         Crop Husbandry and Horticulture

·         Fisheries

·         Forestry

4

General Arts

·         Mathematics and

·         Geography OR Elective ICT

·         Geography

·         Economics

·         Elective ICT

III. Certificate II Applicants (Technical School Graduands – CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Candidates must have five (5) credits at Ordinary Level in GCE including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject, and pass in GCE ‘A’ Level Relevant Subjects.

V. Technician Applicants

  1. Candidates must have six credits in NABPTEX/TEU Examinations including three (3) core (NABPTEX CERTIFICATE II) and three (3) electives (TEU) subjects
  2. Passes in Refrigeration, Motor Vehicle, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering Technician Part I in addition to passes in English, Core Mathematics and Integrated science
  3. Pass in Refrigeration Technician II with passes in all subjects. OR
  4. Pass in Motor Vehicle Technician Part II with passes in all subjects. OR
  5. Pass in Mechanical Engineering Technician Part II with passes in all subjects. OR
  6. Passes in Electrical Engineering Technician Part II with passes in all subjects. OR
  7. Technical applicants with Technician Part III in the fields stated in iii, iv, v, and vi are qualified to be admitted at level 200

VI. Higher National Diploma

HND in Automotive and Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division will be offered admission into the programme at level 300 for a two-year top-up. Other Diploma qualifications assessed by the National Accreditation Board to be equivalent to HND may be similarly considered.

VII. Diploma

Diploma in Automotive and Mechanical Engineering will be offered admission into the programme at level 200 for a three (3) year top up.

VIII. Mature Candidates

Candidates applying for admission to the B.Tech. programme as matured applicants would have to: 

  • Show prove of WASSCE/SSSCE
  • Have some background knowledge or working experience in Automobile Engineering
  • Be 25 years or more at the time of application.

The candidates would be required to pass a written and oral examination after a pre-qualification exercise.

IX. International and Other Applicants

International applicants (Baccalaureate and Others) may apply with the content of programmes equivalent to Ghanaian WASSCE/SSSCE or the Ghanaian ‘A’ Level programmes. Credit passes of the international applicants (Baccalaureate and Others) shall meet requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE and GCE ‘A’ Level with equivalent certificate.

F. CYBER SECURITY

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science in addition to three (3) elective subjects namely Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology, ICT). For non-science students, Grade C6 or better in elective mathematics is required.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Grade D or better in 3 elective subjects in General Science (Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology). For non-science students, Grade D or better in elective mathematics is required.

III. Certificate II Applicants (Technical School Graduands – CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects including Mathematics/Biology, Physics and  Chemistry  at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject

V. Technician Applicants

  • Technician Applicants with EET I and II certificate (old or new scheme)
  • Intermediate Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

VI. ABCE

A minimum of Three (3)  passes one (1) of which should be grade D or better in Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) in Information Technology (WAEC) plus four (4) GBCE credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and Science.

VII. Diploma

A two-year Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognized higher institution will be admitted to level 200.

VIII. Mature Candidates

 The mature applicant must:

  • Be at least 25 years old by 30th June 2023.
  • Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date, which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  • In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge.
  • Have reasonable education and work experience in the areas of Cyber Security, Computer Science, and Information Technology or any other relevant area. 
  • Holders of Teachers’ Post-Secondary School Certificate (3 years) would be required to apply as Mature Candidates

IX. International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

G. INTERIOR DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science/Social Studies and at least three (3) Credit passes in any elective subject.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies and C6 in any three (3) elective subject.

III. CERTIFICATE II APPLICANTS (TECHNICAL SCHOOL GRADUANDS -CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. GCE ‘A’ Level Applicants

Five (5) GCE ‘O” Level credits including English Language and Mathematics in addition to Three (3) GCE ‘A’ Level  passes one (1) of which should be grade D or better.

V. Technician Applicants

  • CTC I certificate plus CTC II certificates

OR

  • Credit Pass in Ordinary Technician Diploma

OR

  • City and Guilds Technician Certificate and Technician Diploma plus Advance Technician Diploma Certificate

OR

  • CTC I Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science.                                                                                                                    OR
  • Intermediate Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

VI. Mature Candidates

 The mature applicant must:

  • Be at least 25 years old by 30th June 2023.
  • Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date, which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  • In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics and General Knowledge.
  • Holders of Teachers’ Post-Secondary School Certificate (3 years) would be required to apply as Mature Candidates. 

VII. International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

H. ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE ANALYTICS

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science/Social Studies/Life Skills and at least three (3) Credit passes in any elective subject.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies or Life Skills and C6 in any three (3) elective subject. .

III. Certificate II Applicants (Technical School Graduands – CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. GCE ‘A’ Level Applicants

Five (5) GCE ‘O” Level credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject in addition to Three (3) GCE ‘A’ Level  passes two (2) of which should be grade C or better. A pass in General Paper is an advantage.

V. DBS Applicants

Applicants must have credit passes in DBS subjects.

and

FOUR (5) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics.

VI. Ghana Commercial Examination (ABCE APPLICANTS)

Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in RSA III/ABCE. Two (2) of the passes must be D or better

 and

Five (5) GBCE or Five (5) GCE ‘O’ LEVEL/SSSCE/WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject. .

VII. Other Applicants

Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Accountancy plus four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credit passes including English Language and Mathematics.

or

Ghana Accounting Technician (GAT) with a minimum of Part I plus four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credit passes including English Language and Mathematics.                                                        OR

Level I of ACCA or ICA (Gh.) plus Four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics.

VIII. Diploma Programmes

Applicants with Diploma in Computerized Accounting, Diploma in Banking Technology and Accounting and Diploma in Business Administration with minimum of second-class lower division will be admitted into Level 200. Applicants with other relevant Diploma qualifications with a minimum of second-class lower division will be admitted to Level 200.

IX. Mature Candidates

 The mature applicant must:

  • Be at least 25 years old by 30th June 2023
  • Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date, which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  • In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge.
  • Holders of Teachers’ Post-Secondary School Certificate (3 years) would be required to apply as Mature Candidates.

X. International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

I. LOGISTICS & TRANSPORT MANAGMENT

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science/Social Studies/Life Skills and at least three (3) Credit passes in any elective subject.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies or Life Skills and three (3) Credit passes in any elective subject.

III. Certificate II Applicants  (Technical School Graduands – CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. GCE ‘A’ Level Applicants

Five (5) GCE ‘O” Level credits including English Language and Mathematics and a

Science Subject in addition to Three (3) GCE ‘A’ Level passes two (2) of which should be grade C or better. A pass in General Paper is an advantage.

V. DBS APPLICANTS

Applicants must have credit passes in DBS subjects.

and

FOUR (5) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics.

VI. Ghana Commercial Examination (ABCE Applicants)

Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in RSA III/ABCE. Two (2) of the passes must be D or better

 and

Five (5) GBCE or Five (5) GCE ‘O’ LEVEL/SSSCE/WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject.

VII. HND Applicants

  • Holders of HND Purchasing and Supply will start from level 300;
  • HND from other Disciplines should have not less than a Second class lower to start from Level 200.

VIII. Mature Applicants

Applicants who have attained the age of 25 years or above at the time of application and have pass in three (3) GCE ‘O Level and WASSCE/SSSCE in addition to passing an Entrance Examination and /or Interview.

IX. Advanced Diploma

Applicants from the School of Ordnance will start from level 300 and DIPLOMA holders from School of Ordnance will start at level 200 and Certificate and Advance certificate holders will start at level 100.

X. Professional Qualification

  • CIPS foundation joins at Level 100;
  • Advanced Level start from Level 200;
  • Chartered member start at Level 300;
  • CILT starts at Level 200; DILT starts at Level 300.

XI. International Applicants 

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

J. PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH DIGITAL COMMUNICATION

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science/Social Studies/Life Skills and at least three (3) Credit passes in any elective subject.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies or Life Skills and three (3) Credit passes in any elective subject.

III. Certificate II Applicants (Technical School Graduands – CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. GCE ‘A’ Level Applicants

Five (5) GCE ‘O” Level credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject in addition to Three (3) GCE ‘A’ Level passes two (2) of which should be grade C or better. A pass in General Paper is an advantage.

V. Ghana Commercial Examination (ABCE Applicants)

Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in RSA III/ABCE. Two (2) of the passes must be D or better

 and

Five (5) GBCE or Five (5) GCE ‘O’ LEVEL/SSSCE/WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject.

VI. HND Applicants 

HND Holders in Communication-related programmes will start from level 300; HND from other disciplines shall undergo a bridging course prior to acceptance to level 300.

VII. Diploma in Public Relations Holders

Applicants with Diploma in Public Relation and Diploma in Business Administration will be admitted into Level 200. Applicants with other relevant Diploma qualifications with a minimum of second class lower division will be admitted to Level 200

VIII. Mature Applicants

Applicants who have attained the age of 25 years or above at the time of application and have pass in three (3) GCE ‘O Level and WASSCE/SSSCE in addition to passing an Entrance Examination and /or Interview.         

IX. International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

K. MARKETING

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science/Social Studies/Life Skills and at least three (3) Credit passes in any elective subject.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies or Life Skills and three (3) Credit passes in any elective subject.

III. Certificate II Applicants (Technical School Graduands – CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

IV. GCE ‘A’ Level Applicants

Five (5) GCE ‘O” Level credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject in addition to Three (3) GCE ‘A’ Level passes two (2) of which should be grade C or better. A pass in General Paper is an advantage.

V. DBS Applicants

Applicants must have credit passes in DBS subjects.

and

FOUR (5) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics.

VI. Ghana Commercial Examination (ABCE Applicants)

Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in RSA III/ABCE. Two (2) of the passes must be D or better

                        and

Five (5) GBCE or Five (5) GCE ‘O’ LEVEL/SSSCE/WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject.

VII. HND Applicants 

Marketing will start from level 300; HND from other disciplines should have not less than a Second class lower to start from Level 200.

VIII. Diploma Programme in Marketing Holders

Applicants with Diploma in Marketing and Diploma in Business Administration with minimum of Second Class LOWER Division will be admitted into Level 200. Applicants with other relevant Diploma qualifications with a minimum of second-class lower division will be admitted to Level 200.

IX. Mature Applicants

who have attained the age of 25 years or above at the time of application and have pass in three (3) GCE ‘O Level and WASSCE/SSSCE in addition to passing an Entrance Examination and /or Interview.

X. International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

L. SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to be admitted to level 100

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects namely Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Elective Mathematics will be admitted to level 100 of the BTech Science Laboratory Technology Programme.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) to be admitted to level 100

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects namely Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Elective Mathematics will be admitted to Level 100 of the BTech Science Laboratory Technology Programme.

III. Other WASSCE/SSSCE Backgrounds

   Applicants with minimum grade of C6/D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science, and with minimum grade of C6/D or better in any three (3) electives, that is in Chemistry, Biology, Food and Nutrition, Elective Mathematics, and Physics will be considered for admission to Level 100.

VI. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level to be admitted to level 100

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for Science students will be admitted to level 100 of the BTech Science Laboratory Technology Programme.

VII. Top-up Applicants 

  • Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology may be admitted to level 300

Applicants with the 3-year Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (HND SLT) with CGPA of not less than 2.5 (Second Class Lower Division) from a recognized institution may be considered for admission to level 300 of the BTech Science Laboratory Technology Programme.

  • Diploma in Radiography / Diagnostic Imaging / Sonography / Science Laboratory Technology or any other relevant diploma programme may be admitted to level 300 after passing an interview and bridging course examination

Applicants with a requisite 3-year diploma in radiography, diagnostic imaging, sonography, Science Laboratory Technology (radiographer technicians) or any other relevant diploma programme with CGPA of not less than 2.5 (Second Class Lower Division) from a recognized institution accredited by the Allied Health Professions Council, with a minimum 1-year working experience in the health sector, may be considered for admission to level 300 of the BTech Science Laboratory Technology Programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination which will comprise of Level 100 and 200 courses to make up for the deficiency in the transcripts of the applicants.

VII. Mature Students’ Entry

The applicant must:

  • Be at least 25 years old.
  • Show proof of age with any legitimate documentary proof of birth date.
  • Pass mature students’ entrance examinations.

VII. International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

M. MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

LEVEL 100: MORNING AND EVENING SESSIONS

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects namely Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Elective Mathematics will be admitted to level 100 of the BTech Medical Laboratory Science Programme.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects namely Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Elective Mathematics will be admitted to Level 100 of the BTech Medical Laboratory Science Programme.

III. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject will be admitted to level 100 of the B.Tech Medical Laboratory Science Programme.

 

2. ADMISSION TO LEVEL 200: EVENING SESSION

I. Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology

Applicants with the 3-year Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (HND SLT) at least Second Class Lower from a recognized institution may be considered for admission to level 200 (Evening Session) of the BTech Medical Laboratory Science Programme after passing an interview.

 

3. ADMISSION TO LEVEL 300: WEEKEND SESSION

I. Bachelor of Technology Science Laboratory Technology

Applicants with a Bachelor of Technology, Science Laboratory Technology with at least Second Class Lower from the Accra Technical University and other recognized institutions with working experience in the health sector, may be considered for admission to level 300 of the B.Tech Medical Laboratory Science programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

II. Bachelor of Science Qualifications

Applicants with a 4-year Bachelor of Science in either Biological Science, Biochemistry, Applied Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Human Biology, Laboratory Technology or other life sciences qualification at least Second Class Lower from a recognized institution with working experience in the health sector, may be considered for admission to level 300 of the B.Tech Medical Laboratory Science programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

III. Bachelor of Technology Science Laboratory Technology (Clinical Biochemistry Option)
Applicants with the Bachelor of Technology Science Laboratory Technology (Clinical Biochemistry Option) from the Accra Technical University and other recognized institutions with a minimum of 2- year working experience in the health sector may be considered for admission to level 300 of the BTech. Medical Laboratory Science programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

IV. Higher National Diploma / Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Applicants with a 3-year Higher National Diploma or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) with at least Second Class Lower from a recognized institution accredited by the Allied Health Professions Council with working experience in the health sector, may be considered for admission to level 300 of the BTech Medical Laboratory Science Programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

N. MEDICAL  IMAGING TECHNOLOGY

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects namely Physics and Elective Mathematics, and any of the following; Biology, Chemistry, General Agriculture and ICT.

II. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and three (3) elective subjects namely Physics and Elective Mathematics, and any of the following; Biology, Chemistry and General Agriculture.

 III. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject

O. APPLIED STATISTICS

I. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects, namely; English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies as well as any three elective subjects including at least one of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Elective Mathematics, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Applied Electricity, Technical Drawing, Economics, Geography, Accounting and Financial Accounting.

II. SSSCE Applicants

Applicants with a minimum grade of D or better in three core subjects; namely, English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies as well as any three elective subjects including at least one of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Elective Mathematics, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Applied Electricity, Technical Drawing, Economics, Geography, Accounting and Financial Accounting.

III. Certificate II Applicants (Technical School Graduands – CTVET)

Credit passes or better in three (3) core subjects namely; English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and must possess three (3) credit passes or better in three relevant elective subjects.

III. GCE Applicants

Applicants with passes in three Advanced Level (A/L) subjects including at least one of the following: Mathematics, Physics Chemistry, Economics, Geography or Accounting. A pass in Mathematics will be an advantage and at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary-Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject.

IV. Mature Candidates

 The mature applicant must:

  • Be at least 25 years old by 30th June 2023.
  • Show proof of age with a birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date, which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  • In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, and General Knowledge.
  • Have reasonable education and work experience in any relevant area
  • Holders of Teachers’ Post-Secondary School Certificate (3 years) would be required to apply as Mature Candidates

V. International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in the English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire a Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

Bachelor of Technology Programmes (2-year Top-up)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Building Technology (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Mechanical Engineering (Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Automobile Engineering (Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Evening/Weekend)
    • Bachelor of Technology (Power and Automation Engineering option)
    • Bachelor of Technology (Telecommunications Engineering option)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Civil Engineering (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Medical Laboratory Science (Top-up level 200-Evening or 300-Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Science Laboratory Technology (Evening/Weekend)
    • Bachelor of Technology (Analytical Chemistry option)
    • Bachelor of Technology (Environmental Technology option)
    • Bachelor of Technology (Industrial Biochemistry option)
    • Bachelor of Technology (Food Analysis Option)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Statistics (Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Computer Science (Evening)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Fashion Design and Textiles (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Hospitality Management (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Procurement and Supply Chain Management (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Accounting (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Banking and Finance (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Secretaryship and Management Studies (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology – Marketing (Evening/Weekend)
  • Bachelor of Technology- Interior Design Technology  (Evening)
Entry Requirements for Bachelor of Technology Programmes (2-year Top-Up)

A. MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

TOP-UP APPLICANTS – LEVEL 200: EVENING SESSION

 Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology

Applicants with a 3-year Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (HND SLT) at least Second Class Lower from a recognized institution may be considered for admission to level 200 (Evening Session) of the BTech Medical Laboratory Science Programme after passing an interview.

 

TOP-UP APPLICANTS – LEVEL 300: WEEKEND SESSION

Bachelor of Technology Science Laboratory Technology

Applicants with a Bachelor of Technology, Science Laboratory Technology with at least Second Class Lower from the Accra Technical University and other recognized institutions with working experience in the health sector, may be considered for admission to level 300 of the B.Tech Medical Laboratory Science programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

 

Bachelor of Science Qualifications

Applicants with a 4-year Bachelor of Science in either Biological Science, Biochemistry, Applied Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Human Biology, Laboratory Technology or other life sciences qualification at least Second Class Lower from a recognized institution with working experience in the health sector, may be considered for admission to level 300 of the B.Tech Medical Laboratory Science programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

 

Higher National Diploma / Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Applicants with a 3-year Higher National Diploma or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) with at least Second Class Lower from a recognized institution accredited by the Allied Health Professions Council with working experience in the health sector, may be considered for admission to level 300 of the B.Tech Medical Laboratory Science Programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

 

Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology

Applicants with a 3-year Higher National Diploma Certificate in Science Laboratory Technology (HND-SLT) with at least Second Class Lower from Accra Technical University and other recognized institutions with a minimum 2-year post-qualification working experience in the health sector, may be considered for admission to level 300 of the B.Tech Medical Laboratory Science programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

 

Bachelor of Technology Science Laboratory Technology (Clinical Biochemistry Option)
Applicants with a Bachelor of Technology Science Laboratory Technology (Clinical Biochemistry Option) from Accra Technical University and other recognized institutions with a minimum 2-year working experience in the health sector may be considered for admission to level 300 of the BTech. Medical Laboratory Science programme after passing an interview and bridging course examination.

GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENT

  1. Higher National Diploma (HND) certificate in a relevant field with a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division.
  2. Where applicable, the following documents must be submitted along with the application form:

HND Certificate and Transcript

Non-Citizen Ghana card (FOR ALL INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS)

Higher National Diploma Programmes (3 years)
Morning Session
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMES
  1. HND Mechanical Engineering
  2. HND Electrical/ Electronic Engineering
  3. HND Building Technology
  4. HND Civil Engineering
  5. HND Interior Design and Technology
  6. HND Furniture Design and Production
  7. HND Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)
  8. HND Statistics
  9. HND Computer Science
  10. HND Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management (HCIM)
BUSINESS AND ARTS PROGRAMMES
  1. HND Accountancy
  2. HND Marketing
  3. HND Purchasing and Supply
  4. HND Secretaryship and Management Studies
  5. HND Bilingual Secretaryship and Management Studies
  6. HND Fashion Design and Textiles
Evening Session
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMES
  1. HND Mechanical Engineering
  2. HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering
  3. HND Building Technology
  4. HND Civil Engineering
  5. HND Interior Design and Technology
  6. HND Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)
  7. HND Statistics
  8. HND Computer Science
  9. HND Hotel Catering and Institutional Management (HCIM)
BUSINESS AND ARTS PROGRAMMES
  1. HND Accountancy
  2. HND Marketing
  3. HND Purchasing and Supply
  4. HND Secretaryship and Management Studies
  5. HND Fashion Design and Textiles
Entry Requirements for Higher National Diploma (3 years)
SSSCE / WASSCE APPLICANTS FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMES
i. WASSCE applicants must have SIX (6) passes (A1 – D7) in all subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies; and at least three (3) of the subjects must be C6 or better. The Elective subjects must be relevant to the programme.

ii. SSSCE applicants must have SIX (6) passes (A – D) in all subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies and at least three (3) of the subjects must be Credit or better. The Elective subjects must be relevant to the programme.

INTERPRETATIONS OF WASSCE/SSSCE/GBCE

WASSCE

SSSCE/GBCE

GRADE

INTERPRETATION OF GRADES

A1

A

1

Excellent

B2

B

2

Very Good

B3

C

3

Good

C4

D

4

Credit

C5

–

5

Credit

C6

–

6

Credit

D7

–

7

Pass

CERTIFICATE II APPLICANTS (TECHNICAL SCHOOL GRADUANDS -CTVET)

Passes in SIX (6) relevant subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies), plus three (3) passes in relevant subject areas.

PRE-HND (ACCESS COURSE) APPLICANTS

Applicants must pass three (3) subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science) in the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) Access Course Programme, plus at least three (3) passes in the technical subjects.

TECHNICIAN APPLICANTS

Passes in Part I and Part II technical subjects or a pass in Ordinary Technician Diploma (OTD)

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (DBS) CANDIDATES

DBS qualification with passes in all four (4) subjects, plus two (2) WASSCE passes (A1 –D7) or two (2) SSSCE/ GBCE passes (A – D) in English Language and Mathematics.

GCE ‘A’ LEVEL /ABCE APPLICANTS

i. FOUR (4) GCE ‘O’ Level/GBCE credit passes including English Language and Mathematics.                                 

AND

ii. A minimum of two (2) GCE ‘A’ Level or two (2) ABCE passes in relevant subjects. A pass in General Paper will be an advantage.

OTHER CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMA APPLICANTS

i. A Diploma from a recognised higher institution.

                                    OR

ii. Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana) Level I

                                    OR

iii. First degree in relevant area from a recognised institution.

MATURE APPLICANTS

Candidates must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age by 30th June 2023 and must attach proof of age with birth certificates or other legitimate documentary evidence to the completed application forms. In addition, Mature applicants must pass the Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics and General Knowledge. The mature candidate must have the relevant working experience in the subject area.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

International applicants may be admitted based on qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries.

International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for regularisation of admission.

NB: IN ADDITION, CANDIDATES WILL BE EXPECTED TO MEET THE DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION INTO THE PROGRAMMES. 

Non-HND Programmes

The original idea of producing a crop of technicians to serve the emerging industry in Ghana, then at the inception of technical and vocational education has been maintained and enhanced. We continue to offer tailor-made programmes for technical and vocational school graduates as well as professionals, especially in the engineering field though the TVET education has seen leaps and bounds in its transformation into higher education of teaching, learning and research. There are one month to eighteen months certificate programmes accredited by various bodies such as the Ghana Technical Education Unit and NACVET. Also in our offer of programmes are professional courses by bodies such as CILT, ACCA, CIM and others.

Our Non-Tertiary Programmes on offer are:

  • Construction Technician Course (Part I & II)
  • Mechanical Engineering Technician Part I
  • Motor Vehicle Technician Part I
  • Electrical Engineering Technician (Part I & II)
  • Refrigeration Technician Part II
  • Diploma in Business Studies in the following areas:
    • Secretarial
    • Accounting
    • Management
    • Purchasing and Supply
    • Marketing
    • Statistics
    • Entrepreneurship
    • ICT
  • Advanced Fashion
  • Science Laboratory Technician Part I
Entry Requirements for Non-HND Programmes
Construction Technician Course (Part I & II)
  • CTC I – 1 year

Passes in all General Course in Construction (GCC) subjects or General Engineering subjects or passes in four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics or four (4) SSSCE/ WASSCE passes including English Language and Mathematics.

  • CTC II – 1 year

Applicants should be holders of CTC I/MVT I/EET I/ MET I certificates respectively.

  • MET I – 1 year

Mechanical Engineering Craft Practice Certificate with passes in all three (3) subjects or General Engineering or passes in four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language and Mathematics.

  •  MVT I – 1 year

Pass in Motor Vehicle Mechanics (intermediate) or passes in four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language and Mathematics.

Electrical Engineering Technician (Part I & II)
  • EET I – 1 year

Four (4) passes in SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language, Mathematics and any two (2) elective science subjects or pass in Telecommunications Part I or four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics or a pass in Electrical Installation Work (Course B) or General Engineering.

  • EET II – 1 year

Applicants should be holders of CTC I/MVT I/EET I/ MET I certificates respectively.

Refrigeration Technicians Part II – 1 year

a) Passes in four (4) SSSCE /WASSCE/GCE ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics and any two (2) science related subjects.

OR

b) Refrigeration Mechanics Certificate

OR

c)  General Course in Engineering

Science Laboratory Technician Part I – 2 years

Four (4) gce ‘O’ Level credits including English Language, Mathematics and any of these two (2)  subjects, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Elective Mathematics and Additional General Science or Passes in four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language and Mathematics and any two elective subjects, such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics or four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level credits including English Language, Mathematics and any two (2) science related subjects.

Diploma in Business Studies (Accounting/Secretarial/Marketing/Purchasing and Supply/ Statistics/ Entrepreneurship/ICT Options) – 2 years

Four (4) gce ‘o’ Level credits including English Language and Mathematics or rsa stage ii/GBCE with  four (4) passes including English Language and Mathematics or passes in four (4) SSSCE/ WASSCE   subjects including English Language, Mathematics and two (2) elective subjects.

Advanced Fashion – 2 years

A pass in the Intermediate Dressmaking/Fashion Certificate Examination plus one year industrial experience or four (4) passes in SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language, Mathematics and any other elective subjects or NVT I Grade II and Grade I certificates or four (4) credits in GCE ‘O’ Level including English Language and Mathematics.

Diploma & Professional Programmes
DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
  • Diploma in Business Administration
  • Diploma in Computerized accounting
  • Diploma in Banking Technology & Accounting
  • Diploma in Public Relations
  • Diploma in Marketing 
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES
  • International Certificate in Logistics and Transport (CILT)
  • International Diploma in Logistics and Transport (DILT)
  • International Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport (ADILT)
  • Biomedical Technician Maintenance Technician Programme
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Passes in five (5) WASSE/SSSCE subjects including English and Core Mathematics or five (5) passes in O’ Level, /GBCE including English Language and Mathematics.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS NON-TERTIARY PROGRAMMES
  1. TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES

CTC I – 1 year

Passes in all General Course in Construction (GCC) subjects or General Engineering subjects or passes in four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics or four (4) SSSCE/ WASSCE passes including English Language and Mathematics.

MVT I – 1 year

Pass in Motor Vehicle Mechanics (intermediate) or passes in four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language and Mathematics.

 EET I – 1 year

Four (4) passes in SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language, Mathematics and any two (2) elective science subjects or pass in Telecommunications Part I or four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics or a pass in Electrical Installation Work (Course B) or General Engineering.

 MET I – 1 year

Mechanical Engineering Craft Practice Certificate with passes in all three (3) subjects or General Engineering or passes in four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language and Mathematics.

 CTC II/ EET II – 1 year

Applicants should be holders of CTC I/MVT I/EET I/ MET I certificates respectively.

  Refrigeration Technicians Part II – 1 year

(i) Passes in four (4) SSSCE /WASSCE/GCE ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics and any two (2) science related subjects.

   OR

(ii)  Refrigeration Mechanics Certificate

   OR

       (iii)  General Course in Engineering

Diploma in Business Studies (Accounting/Secretarial/Marketing/Purchasing and Supply/ Statistics Options) – 2 years

Four (4) gce ‘o’ Level credits including English Language and Mathematics or rsa stage ii/GBCE with four (4) passes including English Language and Mathematics or passes in four (4) SSSCE/ WASSCE   subjects including English Language, Mathematics and two (2) elective subjects.

Advanced Fashion – 2 years         

A pass in the Intermediate Dressmaking/Fashion Certificate Examination plus one year industrial experience or four (4) passes in SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language, Mathematics and any other elective subjects or NVT I Grade II and Grade I certificates or four (4) credits in GCE ‘O’ Level including English Language and Mathematics.

Science Laboratory Technician Part I – 2 years

Four (4) gce ‘O’ Level credits including English Language, Mathematics and any of these two (2) subjects, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Elective Mathematics and Additional General Science or Passes in four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE subjects including English Language and Mathematics and any two elective subjects, such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Elective Mathematics or four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level credits    including English Language, Mathematics and any two (2) science related subjects.

ACCESS (PRE-HND) COURSE INTO HND SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING PROGRAMMES

The access (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science) is organized   by the Commission For Technical And Vocational Educational Training (CTVET) for applicants with  technical/vocational subjects in the related fields or pure science and agricultural science graduates with   at least three (3) passes of the elective subjects, in order to foster their enrolment into the following

      HND programmes:

  • Interior Design and Technology
  • Furniture Design and Production
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Building Technology
  • Hotel Catering and Institutional Management
  • Fashion Design and Textiles

Duration – one (1) Academic year (i.e. two (2) semesters of 16 weeks per semester)

Entry Requirements for the Access Course (Pre-HND) 

Technician applicants with minimum qualification of Craft/Intermediate or Advance Certificate or MET I, MVT I, CTC I, EET I (without credit passes in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science), Advanced Cookery 812/1, 812/2 and Advanced Fashion (without credit passes in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science) and pure science and agricultural science graduates with at least three (3) passes of the elective subjects.

  1. PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES

 International Certificate in Logistics and Transport (CILT)

 I) The programme consists of four (4) modules, including:

  • Business Theory
  • Business Application
  • Warehousing and Stores Operations
  • Freight Operations
  • Transport Planning
  • Port Operations
  1. II) target group
  • Supervisors and First Line Managers in the field of Logistics and Transport, Supply Chain, Procurement, Stores Administrators, etc.
  • Any individual who wants to pursue a career in the above but has no Basic Knowledge.

iii)        entry requirements

  • Senior High School (SHS) graduates with at least four (4) passes, including English Language and core Mathematics.
  • Ordinary level graduates with at least six (6) passes including English Language and Mathematics.
  • Advance level graduates with at least two (2) passes.
  • Equivalent Professional Qualifications at level three (3) of the UK National Qualification Framework.

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  1. international diploma in Logistics and Transport (dILT)

 I) The programme consists of six (6) modules, including:

  • Managing Transport and the Logistics Operations
  • Managing Resources
  • Transport Economics and Finance
  • Inventory and Warehouse Management
  • Passenger Transport
  • Logistics and Supply Chain
  1. II) target group
  • Individuals in Middle Management positions who seek to develop a more Strategic view of Logistics and Transport Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Stores Administration etc.

iii)        entry requirements

  • International Certificate in Logistics and Transport.
  • HND / degree holders
  • Equivalent professional qualifications.
  1. iv) duration
  • Two (2) semesters of Fourteen (14) weeks each
  • Lectures times are three (3) Evenings in the week

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  1. INTERNATIONAL ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORT – (ADILT)

 The programme consists of five (5) modules, including:

  • Strategic Contexts
  • Leadership and Strategic Management;
  • Strategic Network Planning
  • Delivering Strategic Performance
  • Research Methods and Professional Projects.
  1. TARGET GROUP
  • Individuals in middle level managerial positions and senior supervisors working in the field of logistics & Transport, Supply Chain, Procurement.
  • Personnel in supply and transport in the Armed Forces, Police, Fire Service and CEPS. The others are warehousing and stores managers, airline workers, shipping company workers.
  • Other professionals who want to pursue a career in logistics and transport operations and management.
  • ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  • International Diploma in Logistics & Transport (DILT).
  • Degree/ Masters in Logistics & Transport, Supply Chain or procurement related discipline with any accredited institution.
  1. DURATION
  • Trimester with an average of sixteen (16) weeks per semester
  • Lecture time is three (3) Evenings in the week from 5:00pm – 8:00 pm (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday)

 BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN PROGRAMME

 Accra Technical University through its Centre for Biomedical Equipment Technology, and in collaboration with the Ghana Technician Examinations Unit of the Ministry of Education and the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSOF) invites applications and qualified candidates for admission to pursue a one (1)-year intensive hands-on and industry-focused technician programme in Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technology programme.

  1. TARGET GROUP
  • Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technicians, Individuals in middle level managerial positions and senior supervisors working in the fields of installation, maintenance of diagnostic, therapeutic and monitoring medical equipment.
  • Other professionals who want to pursue a career in Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technology programme.
  • COMPETENCIES

Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technicians will perform tasks involving the installation and, maintenance of diagnostic, therapeutic and monitoring medical equipment. These activities include:

  • Installation, maintenance and repair of diverse range of medical equipment.
  • Performing electrical safety inspections on biomedical equipment using specialized test equipment.
  • Assisting in the systematic preventive maintenance programme of biomedical equipment.
  • Identifying and recommending biomedical equipment specifications for procurement.
  • Performing quality controls and calibration of biomedical equipment.
  • Ensuring quality laboratory diagnostic services in health facilities.
  1. JOB OPPORTUNITIES

A Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technician would be eligible to work as a middle level manager and senior supervisor working in the fields of installation, maintenance of diagnostic, therapeutic and monitoring medical equipment.

Other professionals who want to pursue a career in Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technology programme.

  1. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  • four (4) passes in WASSCE/SSSCE/GCE ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics any two (2) Science related subjects.
  • Certificate II Applicants: Passes in relevant subject areas as such Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical Engineering or General Engineering.
  • Diploma, HND and Degree graduates in Science Laboratory Technology, Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical Engineering or General Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Information Technology or Computer Science.
  • Mature Access Course.
  1. DURATION
  • One (1) academic year.
DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
  • Diploma in Business Administration
  • Diploma in Computerized accounting
  • Diploma in Banking Technology & Accounting
  • Diploma in Public Relations
  • Diploma in Marketing 
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES
  • International Certificate in Logistics and Transport (CILT)
  • International Diploma in Logistics and Transport (DILT)
  • International Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport (ADILT)
  • Biomedical Technician Maintenance Technician Programme
Language Proficiency Programmes

  1. Accra Technical University offers you a unique opportunity to learn to write and speak functional languages including; English, French, Spanish, German, and Chinese (For Education, Work and Business, etc.) on a part-time basis, in an ultra-modern language laboratory.

     We have the following proficiency levels for all the languages:

    Level 1 (Beginners level) –             12 weeks duration

    Level 2 (Intermediate)   –              12 weeks duration

    Level 3 (Advanced)        –              12 weeks duration

    Certificates are issued at the end of each level.

    The Course modules include:

    1. Grammar, word stress, tenses, and construction of sentences.
    2. Oral interactions, conversation, phonetics, reading and comprehension.
    3. General communication skills.
    4. Communication skills for education, work, and business.
    5. Communication skills for international relations.
    6. Communication skills for people in tourism.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS for Language Proficiency Programmes

  1. Level 1

    • University Certificates
    • Teacher Training Certificates
    • GCE ‘A’ Level Certificate
    • Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)
    • West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
    • GCE ‘O’ Level Certificate
    • Junior Secondary School Certificate
    • Foreigner Certificates
    • Adult Learners

    Level 2

    Level 1 Certificate

    Level 3

    Level 2 Certificate