About Polytechnics In Ghana

The main objective of polytechnic education is the promotion of technical and vocational education and training, technology transfer and skills development to enhance the socio- economic development of the country.

Polytechnic education plays a vital role in human resource development of a country by creating skilled manpower, enhancing industrial productivity and improving the quality of life.

Technical Education covers courses and programs in engineering, architecture, town planning technology, management, pharmacy and applied arts and crafts, hotel management and catering technology.

Ghana continues to witness increasing demand for polytechnic education and essential step to address this development is identifying the factors that contribute to the increasing demand for polytechnic education and the introduction of alternative solution to providing quality education to all citizens of Ghana as contained in the constitution of the country.
There are several polytechnics in Ghana.

Every region in Ghana has a polytechnic. Polytechnics in Ghana are named according to the location of establishment. Since there are ten regions in Ghana, there are ten polytechnics in Ghana namely ;

• Accra Polytechnic
• Bolgatanga Polytechnic
• Cape Coast Polytechnic
• Ho Polytechnic
• Koforidua Polytechnic
• Kumasi Polytechnic
• Sunyani Polytechnic
• Takoradi Polytechnic
• Tamale Polytechnic
• Wa Polytechnic

There are nine public universities in Ghana.

• University of Ghana, legon
• Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Kumasi
• University of Cape Coast , Cape Coast
• University of Education , Winneba
• University for Development Studies, Tamale
• University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa
• university of health and allied science, Ho
• university of energy and natural resouce, sunyani
• university of professional studies, Accra
• Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)
• Ghana Institute of Languages (GIL)

List Of Private Universities In Ghana

• Valley View University, Oyibi, Dodowa
• Catholic University College of Ghana, Fiapre, Sunyani
• Christian Service University College, Kumasi
• Islamic University College, Ghana, East Legon
• Methodist University College Ghana, Dansoman, Accra
• Pentecost University College, Sowutuom, Accra
• Presbyterian University College, Abetifi-Kwahu
• African University College of Communications, Accra
• Wisconsin International University College, Accra
• Regent University College of Science and Technology, Accra
• All Nations University, Koforidua
• Accra Institute Of Technology (AIT)
• Ashesi University College, Labone, Accra
• Baptist University College, Abuakwa, Kumasi
• Central University College, Mataheko, Accra
• EP University, Ho
• Garden City University College, Kumasi
• Pan African Christian University College
• Ghana Christian University College
• BlueCrest College (formerly NIIT Ghana College)
• Anglican University College of Technology, Accra
• Data Link University College, Tema
• Ghana Telecom University College, Tesano, Accra
• Knutsford (University)College, East Legon, Accra.
• Premier Institute of Law Enforcement Management and Administration
• University College of Management Studies, Accra

How many polytechnics are in Ghana?

Eight out of the ten polytechnics in Ghana have been upgraded to the status of technical university, commencing during the 2016/17 academic session.

Does Accra Technical University offer degree courses?

Accra Technical University currently, offers ten (10) Degree (Btec) and fifteen (15) HND Programmes.

What is the difference between a university and a polytechnic?

While universities offer courses on academic and theoretical topics like math, English, and history, polytechnics focus solely on applied skills training,they offer accredited degrees in everything from health sciences and trades to business and computing.

What is the advantage of polytechnic?

A polytechnic would help you achieve practical knowledge of training on the basic level. After attaining a polytechnic diploma, you could straightaway apply for jobs in the same field and often in the government or private sectors.

What does Polytechnic University mean?

Polytechnic institutions are career-focused undergraduate and graduate universities that combine applied learning with a liberal arts education.

What is Polytechnic salary?

Employees earn an average of ₹18.4lakhs, mostly ranging from ₹5.1lakhs to ₹50.0lakhs based on 449 profiles.

What is the syllabus of up polytechnic?

For this group, the syllabus is divided into five sections that are Reasoning and Logical Discussion, Numerical Ability and Scientific Aptitude, English and General Knowledge. Intermediate level questions will also be asked.

What is the passing marks in polytechnic?

The minimum mark for pass in diploma (theory subject) is 40/100. You must secure a minimum of 30 out of 75 in external and an aggregate of 40 out of 100 for a pass in any subject.

How many questions are there in polytechnic entrance exam?

100 Questions Exam Overview

Which Technical University is the best in Ghana?