The Takoradi Technical University (TTU) was established in September 2016, as a result of the government’s policy to convert Takoradi Polytechnic, among five other Polytechnics, to the status of Technical University. In effect, since April 1954, Takoradi Technical University (formerly Takoradi Polytechnic) has existed as a Government Technical Institute under the Ghana Education Service of the Ministry of Education.
TTU offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields including engineering, business, applied sciences, and humanities. The university also offers several professional and certificate programs in areas such as welding, plumbing, and electrical engineering.
The university has five faculties: the Faculty of Applied Arts and Technology, the Faculty of Applied Sciences, the Faculty of Business and Management Studies, the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment, and the Faculty of Engineering. This article will focus on all courses offered under Bachelor of Technology(4yrs), Bachelor of Technology top-up programmes (weekends), and HND programmes
Admission requirements at Takoradi Technical University for BTECH programmes for SSSCE/WASSCE applicants is A1- C6 passes in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science. For BTECH 2yr top-up programmes, applicants must possess, at least, an HND 2nd Class (Lower Division) certificate. For HND programmes, SSSCE/WASSCE applicants with A1-D7 passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science are eligible to apply.
A. BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (B. TECH) PROGRAMMES
The Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) programs at TTU are designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their respective fields. These programs combine theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring students are well-prepared for their careers.
Accounting and Management
- Bachelor of Technology in Accounting with Computing
- Bachelor of Technology in Procurement Management
- Bachelor of Technology in Secretaryship and Management Studies
Engineering and Technology
- Bachelor of Technology in Building Technology
- Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering
- Plant and Production
- Auto
- Bachelor of Technology in Telecommunication Engineering
Fashion and Design
- Bachelor of Technology in Fashion
- Bachelor of Technology in Graphic Design
- Bachelor of Technology in Textiles
Hospitality and Tourism
- Bachelor of Technology in Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Technology in Marketing
- Bachelor of Technology in Tourism
Statistics and Data Analysis
- Bachelor of Technology in Statistics
- Environmental Statistics
- Financial Statistics
- Health Statistics
B. Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes
TTU also offers a variety of Higher National Diploma (HND) programs that cater to its students’ diverse interests and backgrounds. These programs are divided into different faculties, with each faculty offering a set of specialized courses.
Faculty of Applied Arts
- HND Commercial Art – Graphic Design
- HND Commercial Art – Textiles Technology
- HND Commercial Art – Painting
- HND Commercial Art – Sculpture
- HND Commercial Art – Ceramics
- HND Fashion Design and Technology
Faculty of Applied Sciences
- HND Information & Communication Technology
- HND Hotel, Catering, and Institutional Management
- HND Mathematics and Statistics
- HND Tourism Management
Faculty of Engineering
- HND Civil Engineering
- HND Construction Engineering & Management
- HND Electrical/Electronics Engineering
- HND Mechanical Engineering
- Automobile
- Plant
- Production
- Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
Faculty of Business Studies
- HND Accountancy
- HND Marketing
- HND Purchasing and Supply
- HND Secretaryship and Management Studies
Faculty of Built and Natural Environment
- HND Interior Design and Technology
- HND Estate Management
- HND Building Technology
C. Evening HND Programmes
For students who wish to pursue their education while managing other commitments, TTU offers evening HND programs. These programs cover various disciplines and provide a flexible learning environment for busy students.
- HND Accountancy
- HND Building Technology
- HND Civil Engineering
- HND Commercial Art
- Ceramics
- Graphic Design
- Painting
- Sculpture
- Textiles
- HND Electrical/ Electronics Engineering
- HND Fashion Design and Technology
- HND Hotel, Catering & Institutional Management
- HND Marketing
- HND Mechanical Engineering
- HND Purchasing & Supply
- HND Secretaryship & Management Studies
- HND Mathematics and Statistics
D. Master of Technology (M-Tech) Programmes
TTU also offers postgraduate courses for students who wish to further their education and specialize in a particular field. The Master of Technology (M-Tech) programs are designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in their chosen discipline.
- Master of Technology (M-Tech) in Graphic Design
- Master of Technology (M-Tech) in Printing
- Master of Technology (M-Tech) in Textiles
E. Pre-HND Access Programme
The Pre-HND Access Programme at TTU is designed for students with a technical or vocational educational background. This one-year access course covers English Language, Mathematics, and Science, with the final examination conducted by the National Board for Professional and Technician Examinations (NABPTEX). Successful applicants can then proceed to enroll in the Higher National Diploma Programme.
Please can I do a distance course so I can work and come for lectures on weekend
(Information Technology) has an undergraduate student this 2024
Takoradi Technical University does not offer distance education in Information Technology. Please forward all your inquiries to the university directly. Here is their number: (+233)257710695 or 0506024700
Plz hnd general agriculture?
That is not listed among the courses on the university’s website. Please call the school directly to make all your inquiries. Here is their number: 0312022917/8 or 0312022436.
Please can I offer building technology with aggregate 9 but with economics, French, government as my electives
Please forward all your inquiries to the university directly. Here is their number: (+233)257710695 or 0506024700
Please can i apply for Diploma in building technology with fail in math, science
You can apply but it’s unlikely you’ll gain admission.
Please is 2024/25 students admission open?
Regards
Manford Ocran
No its not open yet. Keep checking on the university’s website
Do you offer a 4-year bachelors degree in Real Estate Management?
No. TTU does not offer 4-year bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Management
Hello Michael ,what are the ICT degree requirements at TTU 24/25 yr. Please ?
Same requirements. The requirements for BTECH programmes for SSSCE/WASSCE applicants is A1- C6 passes in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and 3 elective subjects.
Mr Mishael please can I dm u please
you can email me.
Hello Michael , does TTU offer a bachelors in Fashion Design and Textiles please.
If yes , what are the requirements.
Yes, they offer Bachelor of Technology in fashion and Bachelor of Technology in Textiles. The requirements for BTECH programmes for SSSCE/WASSCE applicants is A1- C6 passes in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and 3 elective subjects.
Hello Sir, Can someone with EET III qualify for BTECH in Electrical Engineering
Yes it is possible but I am not completely sure so please call the school directly to make all your inquiries. Here is their number: 0312022917/8 or 0312022436.
Can a business graduate offer actuarial science
No. It is for science students but you can please call the school to verify.
Please I had D7 in science can I offer a hnd program at TTY??
That depends on your overall aggregate. But generally, universities do not accept D7 or E8.
Please I had f9 in elective Mathematics can I offer Civil engineering
It depends on your overall aggregate but generally, E8 and F9 is not acceptable.
Is btech top up still a year program or it has been extended to 2 years again.
The top up depends on the qualifications you are applying with. That determines how long the top up will be.
Am interested in chemical engineering or Material engineering, can I get this program at TTU.
Secondly,my grades are very good but I don’t Chemistry and physics,can my results qualify me to offer the above program.
Thanks
TTU does not offer chemical or materials engineering. If you want to apply for chemical engineering at any other university you should have read chemistry in shs.
Can I offer civil engineering with NVTI certificate
If you are applying with equivalent qualifications/certificates, you can
seek clarification from the Admissions Office. Here are their numbers: 0508333992, 0553777777, 0508335033, 0575838003,
and 0575835003.
Please Is 2024/2025 forms out? If yes, please can I apply for btech in procurement and supply management with D7 in Mathematics
Yes, the forms are out. You can apply but generally, universities do not accept D7 or E8.
Please I did Agricultural Science at the SHS level and I had D7 in English and other D’s in my electives,but my overall aggregate is 36.Please can I offer HND in Plumbing and Gas Technology
Generally, universities do not accept D7 but since your overall aggregate is 36, you can still apply, you may gain admission.
The cose of Admission.. Building
Please contact the school for all your enquiries
Am a general art student, my elective are. Government, Economics , CRS Geography… please which course can I apply for..
Read this article. It will help you know which course to apply for.
Article: https://patstune.org/2024/05/24/10-best-jobs-for-general-arts-students-in-ghana/
Please how do we calculate the overall grade
select three of your best core subjects and three of your best elective subjects. The total is your aggregate.
Please I did Technical can apply for Diploma in procurement,logistics and supply chain management
Kindly contact the school with all your inquiries.
With D7 in accounting
E8 in economics
F9 in cost accounting
Can my sister be accepted?she want to offer either mechanical engineering or marketing in HND
No please. She will not be accepted.
can u apply with 2 results
yes
Please does ttu offer social science courses?
No they don’t. It is a technical university.
I studied Visual arts in shs,and I now want to study mechanical engineering. I have f9 in elective maths but my total aggregate is 33. Please can I enter or I should rewrite my E.maths again?
You need A1-C6 in three core subjects and three elective subjects. If you had F9 then you need to rewrite it.
Please sir
I was to offer electrical engineering in TTU
With only chemistry D7…can I get degree program or HND
And if only HND,can I top up immediately I am done with the HND
That depends on your overall aggregate.
Plse do ttu offer mechanical engineering top up at weekend.
If yes when do they open admission in the year
Yes it is available. Admission for 2023/2024 is open
Do you offer B.Tech medical lab and what is the cut off point?
No, TTU does not offer B.Tech Medical lab.
Pls with go in elective maths can I offer HND in electrical engineering
I don’t understand your question
Pls do you have three years course in TTU
No. It is four years BTech and two years HND PROGRAMMES.
Hello Mr Mishael Opoku Boama, l have a boy that schooled in Nigeria, his first attempt at wassce:
Eng.lang c6
Bio c4
Chem c4
Phyc5
Civic edu. A1
Marketing d7
Second attempt at nabteb Nigeria ( replica of nabptex ghana)
Eng.lang c5
Maths(core)p8
Econs A3
Phy p7
Chem c6
Building drawing A3
Furniture Making A1
General wood work A1
General metal work A3
1,the boy in question is above 25yr old age, may be he will be considered as mature candidate 2, l had wanted him to sit for Ghana wassce/gce, maybe for 2 or 3 subjects. core math. math elective. physics.so that he can combine it with any of the two results.
What is your advice for me please!
yes, he should rewrite the math and physics else he will not gain admission. He can also write and apply as a mature student.
Please can Art student switch to the science field
No please
Please I mistakenly bought HND forms instead of BTECH. Can I use it to apply for Btech program??
No. Buy BTech forms
Please Requirements to apply btec with diploma ?
Candidates with a diploma or HND must possess at least a Second Class Lower Division in any related field.
Can I apply for a fashion course as an evening or weekend student even though I studied Building technology in SHS
I don’t think you can but please confirm from the school directly. Here is their number: (+233)257710695 0506024700
Please will TTU be introducing a 4-year bachelors degree in real estate management in 2024/2025 academic year ?
I am never aware of this. Please confirm from the university directly. Here is their number: (+233)257710695 or 0506024700
Please can I do Btech IT software engineering as a general art student
Yes you can.
With aggregate 16 , with E8 in more maths, can I still enroll in the school and do they accept people with advanced certificate as post graduate students?
Please make all your inquiries from the university directly. Here is their number: (+233)257710695 or 0506024700
Sir please can I gain admission into diploma of Technology in art and design with the following grades
English D7
Social studies A1
Maths e8
Science e8
Elective ICT c6
GKA c6
Ceramics B3
Graphic design c6
Overall aggregate was 31
No. You need to re-write all your core subjects except social studies.
Thank you sir, But so please this no more working?
DIPLOMA OF TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMES (REGULAR)
Diploma of Technology in Arts and Design
SUMMARY OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
(i) SSSCE/WASSCE APPLICANTS
SSSCE Candidates: Applicants must have Five (5) passes (A-E) in all subjects, including English Language and Mathematics in (Ceramics, Graphic Design, Bead Making, Basketry, Leatherworks, Clothing & Textiles, Sculpture, Picture Making, Jewelry, Woodwork, Metalwork and General Knowledge in Art) relevant to applicant’s area of specialization.
WASSCE Candidates: Applicants must have Five (5) passes (A1-E8) in all subjects, including English Language and Mathematics in (Ceramics, Graphic Design, Bead Making, Basketry, Leatherworks, Clothing & Textiles, Sculpture, Picture Making, Jewelry, Woodwork, Metalwork and General Knowledge in Art) relevant to the area of specialization.
No. It is now what is stated in the article.
Hello please can I also apply with this result for Building engineering?
Mathematics c5
English B3
Science B3
E- maths D7
Building construction C6
Woodwork B3
Total aggregate is 27
Yes you can apply but there is no guarantee you’ll gain admission.
What of
C math-B3
English-B2
Science-B4
Building construction-A1
Technical drawing-A1
Emath-B4.
For civil Engineering or building engineering
Yes, it’s very likely you’ll gain admission.
Please I had D7 in English but my overall aggregate is 22 please can I apply for HND in graphic designing?
Yes you can apply but you’ll improve your chances of gaining admission if you re-write English.
Please when will the 2024 academic starts
Completed secondary 2019 with all passes also distinction in core , credit and passes in elective , likely I get admitted for bachelors in building engineering boss ?
Yes, if it is as you say then you are likely to get admission.
Can I change my course after admission
Please verify from the university directly.
3 passes in core and 1 distinction
2 credits and 2 passes in elective … qualified enough for a direct postgraduate bachelors in civil engineering?
sure. It also depends on your overall aggregate.
Mr. Mishael, my brother has been admitted but he was offered ICT instead of IT which he has an interest in pursuing. Please if possible, can it be changed if he starts schooling?
IT is just a short form of ICT. It is the same programme.
Please can I offer IT with building construction(A1), emath(c6), and technical drawing (A1). Or do I have to use physics (c6).
Without physics the aggregate is 18. But with it it’s 23.
Your grades are fine. It’s very likely you’ll gain admission.
Mr Mishael,can I apply Btech for interior and exterior design with my nabptex results with 6 pass and 2 credit?
Yes, you can apply.
What about Bachelor of Technology of Civil Engineering and Technology
what about it?
With my Nabptex 6pass and 2 credit for Btech of civil engineering and technology, can I apply
sure you can apply
Good day boss
Please is admission still in progress or it has been closed
still in progress. Follow the steps from this link: https://ttu.edu.gh/how-to-apply/
Please can he apply for mechanical engineering with general art?
no please.
Can I study HND in accounting with D7 in english.
Overall aggregate 20
It’s best to re-write English.
Please I want if I can apply for pre HND COURSES
I FAIL MATHEMATICS IN NAPBTEX
You can apply but you’ll improve your chances if you rewrite maths
What is the duration for top-up for degree
two years
I had D7 in English and my overall aggregate is 22 can I apply for HND in graphic designing.
Yes, you can apply but with D7 your chances of gaining admission may be low. It is best to re-write English.
Please can i apply for degree in plumbing
I don’t see BTECH plumbing listed under their courses perhaps it may be under BTECH Building Technology. Please call the school to verify: (+233)257710695 0506024700
Please l had A1 in social studies
C6 in English e8 in maths and pass all the rest can l apply
You can apply but it’s unlikely you’ll gain admission. It is best to re-write mathematics
Technical drawing B3
Applied Electricity C5
Social studies A1
English language C6
Core mathematics E8
Physics D7
Will l get admission
It’s unlikely you’ll gain admission. You need to re-write mathematics and physics
Hello pls ,Am a general Atrs student.
What are some of the courses I can I apply for at TTU.pls help me out am totally confused
You can read Bachelor of Technology in Hospitality Management at TTU. If you will like to know the best courses for general arts students read this article and there is also a video in the article you can watch to guide you: https://patstune.org/2024/05/24/10-best-jobs-for-general-arts-students-in-ghana/
Video: https://youtu.be/VXLJ809qt6Y?si=wCzeIqcIja5m_O-y
Please how does one get admission to TTU certificate, diploma, HND or Degree with f9 in English and science.
You can’t, unless you re-write them.
Do ttu offer agricultural machinery engineering
no they don’t.
Please does the school do distance for those who want to study welding
Takoradi Technical University does not offer distance education in Welding. Please forward all your inquiries to the university directly. Here is their number: (+233)257710695 or 0506024700
Please I have received my admission letter but when I checked for the fees it was pending that appears
Please contact the school or wait a while.
Please I had D7 in elective mathematics can I apply for HND in auto electrical engineering?
Is admission ongoing?
You can apply but that also depends on your total aggregate.
Please do you offer bachelor degree in plumbing and gas fitting technology
no please.
When will they release the 2024/2025 fees
I do not know. Please contact the university to find out.
I bought Diploma forms but I received my admission letter with degree
Sir I had D7 in Elective maths can I offer btech in construction technology
Universities do not accept D7 please