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Imagine earning a globally recognized U.S. Master’s degree while beginning your postgraduate journey in Ghana. Through the innovative 1+1 Master’s Programme jointly offered by Accra Technical University (ATU) and Saint Louis University (SLU) in Missouri, USA, students complete the first year at ATU and then move to Saint Louis University to complete the second year, graduating with the same U.S. Master’s degree awarded to students who complete the entire programme in the United States.
This transformative partnership combines academic excellence, affordability, international mobility, and career advancement, offering graduates a unique opportunity to earn a world-class qualification while significantly reducing the cost of overseas education.
As Ghana’s premier technical university, Accra Technical University has earned a strong reputation for delivering career-oriented education that combines academic excellence with practical innovation. The University is committed to producing graduates equipped with the knowledge, technical expertise, and leadership skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving global economy.
Through its strategic partnership with Saint Louis University in the USA, ATU offers students an affordable, seamless pathway to an internationally recognized U.S. master’s degree. Students receive high-quality instruction, personalized academic support, and a strong foundation in their first year in Ghana, then transition with confidence to the United States to complete their studies.
This partnership reflects ATU’s commitment to expanding global opportunities for its students and to preparing graduates to compete successfully on the international stage.
Earn a Globally Recognised U.S. Master’s Degree
Graduate with a Master of Science in Applied AI & Decision Analytics from Saint Louis University, one of the United States’ respected research institutions, while drawing on a strong academic foundation from Accra Technical University.
Save More on Your Education
Complete your first year in Ghana and receive a 50% scholarship toward Year Two tuition at Saint Louis University. This innovative pathway reduces the overall cost of a U.S. Master’s degree by more than 60% compared with completing the entire program in the United States.
The programme equips students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in:
Designed in collaboration with industry, the curriculum prepares graduates to address complex real-world challenges across business, technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and the public sector.
Year One – Accra Technical University (Ghana)
Students begin their studies in Ghana, where they benefit from:
Year Two – Saint Louis University (USA)
Students continue their studies in Missouri, USA, where they enjoy:
As graduates of this STEM-designated program, students may be eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT), which provides opportunities to gain valuable professional experience in the United States for up to three years after graduation.
Whether your ambition is to become an AI specialist, data scientist, business analyst, technology consultant, or innovation leader, this programme prepares you for success in today’s global digital economy.
Applicants should have:
The admission process has been simplified. Applicants do not require:
Traditional two-year U.S. Master’s programmes can cost approximately US$78,000 when tuition and living expenses are combined. Through the ATU–SLU 1+1 pathway, students can complete the programme for approximately US$29,000, representing savings of over 60% while earning the same internationally recognised qualification.
This innovative model enables students to access world-class education, international exposure, and global career opportunities without the financial burden typically associated with overseas study.
The ATU–SLU 1+1 Master’s Programme is more than an academic qualification; it is a gateway to international experience, cross-cultural learning, professional growth, and lifelong global networks. By combining the strengths of Accra Technical University and Saint Louis University, students receive the best of both institutions, each committed to innovation, excellence, and student success.
