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| Motto | Knowledge comes from learning |
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| Type | Public |
| Established | 2006 |
| President | Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa |
| Vice-president | Prof. Isaac Abeiku Blankson |
| Students | 8000+ |
| Undergraduates | 6,500 |
| Postgraduates | 2,000 |
| Location | Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana |
| Website | www.gctu.edu.gh |
Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) is a public university in Accra, Ghana founded in 2005.
The school was formerly known as Ghana Technology University College and Ghana Telecom University College. The change in name to Ghana Communication Technology University came with the passing of the Ghana Communication Technology University Bill in June 2020.
Overview
The university provides bachelors degrees and graduate programs, particularly in Computing, Engineering and Information and Communications Technologies. It also offers certificate programs, with courses that provide credit for the bachelor's degree, and other professional development seminars and workshops.
Its school of Business opened in January 2009. First degrees in business include Bachelor of Science in Business and Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship. A Master of Science in Entrepreneurship and Technology is offered.
The school maintains partnership with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST), Ghana; Coventry University, United Kingdom, AFRALTI, Kenya; The Open University, United Kingdom; DePaul University, USA; Aalborg University, Denmark; St. Mary's College of Maryland, USA; Antioch University, USA; University of California, Santa Barbara, California; Information Communication Technology (ICU), South Korea; University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom; Wildau Institute of Technology, Germany.
Since its first class of 350 students matriculated in 2006, GTUC has increased its enrollment to about 7,000 students in 2017.
GCTU's main campus is located in the Tesano section of Accra, Republic of Ghana. A second campus has been opened in nearby Abeka, a nearby Accra suburb and a satellite campus at Nungua. Apart from Accra there are satellite campuses in Kumasi, Takoradi, Koforidua and Ho.
The 9-member University Council comprising distinguished educators, business executives and government officials was inaugurated on August 23, 2010.
Mr Nii Adotei Abrahams has been appointed as the new Registrar of the university for one term, which is a 4-year period (August 2020 - July 2024) . He takes over from Dr Mrs Juliana Owusu-Ansah who served for two terms (October 2012 - September 2020).
Faculties
The institution has 3 main faculties. These are the Faculty of Computing and Information Systems (FoCIS), Faculty of Engineering (FoE), and the Faculty of IT Business.
Faculty of Computing and Information Systems
The Faculty of Computing and Information Systems (FoCIS) is one of the faculties with great number of students. This faculty includes 5 departments.
Departments
There are 5 departments in the Faculty of Computing and Information Systems. Below are the departments:
- Department of Computer Science
- Department of Information Technology
- Department of Mobile and Pervasive Computing
- Department of Information Systems
- Department of General Studies
Department of Computer Science
The Department of Computer Science was founded in the year 2017 but received its first set of students in the year 2021. The department is known for its wonderful contribution to the field of computer science. The department offers different programs to equip students with the necessary knowledge to become good professionals in the field of computer science. Currently, these are the programs being offered by the department.
Programs:
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (CyberSecurity Option)
- Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Analytics
- Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
- Diploma in Computer Science
- Diploma in CyberSecurity
- Diploma in Data Science
The Department of Computer Science also offers postgraduate programs with the help of their School of Graduate Studies and Research. The following postgraduate programs are offered by the department.
Postgraduate Programs
- Master of Science in Computer Science
- Master of Philosophy in Computer Science
- PhD in Computer Science
Department of Information Technology
The Department of Information Technology is first department in the faculty with lots of enrollment each academic year. The department offers programs to equip students with the necessary knowledge needed to take the positions in the professional workplace. Below are the programs offered by the department.
Programs:
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Networking and Systems Administration
- Diploma in Information Technology
The Department of Computer Science also offers postgraduate programs with the help of their School of Graduate Studies and Research. The following postgraduate programs are offered by the department.
Postgraduate Programs
- Master of Science in Information Technology
- PhD in Information Technology
Department of Mobile and Pervasive Computing
The Department of Mobile and Pervasive Computing offers students with the necessary skills in the field of mobile computing. Students are equip with advanced knowledge in computing. Below are the programs offered by the department.
Programs:
- Bachelor of Science in Mobile Computing
- Bachelor of Science in Internet of Things and Big Data
- Diploma in Web Application Development
- Diploma in Multimedia Technology
The Department of Mobile and Pervasive Computing also offers postgraduate programs with the help of their School of Graduate Studies and Research. The following postgraduate programs are offered by the department.
Postgraduate Programs
- Master of Science in Big Data and Internet of Things
- Master of Philosophy in Big Data and Internet of Things
Department of Information Systems
The Department of Information Systems aims to provide courses that provide knowledge into the use of information tools in the modern world of information. Below are the programs offered by the department.
Programs:
- Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
Department of General Studies
The Department of General Science offers language-related courses such as French, Communication Skills,etc that is assigned across the different faculties and departments in the school.
Faculty of Engineering
The Faculty of Engineering is known for its programs in the field of engineering. The Faculty of Engineering includes 3 departments: Department of Computer Engineering, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and the Department of Mathematics. The department offers program in Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Mathematics. The Faculty offers both Degree and Diploma programs.
Faculty of IT Business
The Faculty of IT Business is managed by the School of Business. The Faculty offers programs that aligns Information Technology with Business. The faculty offers programs such as Bachelor of Science in Accounting with Computing option, Bachelor of Business Administration with multiple options. The faculty also offers postgraduate programs such as Master of Science in Digital Marketing and Master of Philosophy in Digital Marketing.
See also
References
- "Inauguration of Ghana Telecom University College". Ghana Technology University College Website. Ghana Telecom University College. August 15, 2006. Archived from the original on September 27, 2007. Retrieved 10 March 2007.
- "Parliament passes Ghana Communication Technology University Bill". Graphic Online. Retrieved 2020-09-04.
- "History". Ghana Technology University College. Archived from the original on 1 February 2014. Retrieved 19 January 2014.
- "Ghana Technology University enters Volta Region". Retrieved 2015-07-09.
- "Ghana Technology University College to produce top scholars |". Retrieved 2015-07-09.
- "GTUC welcomes new Registrar Nii Adotei Abrahams". Graphic Online. Retrieved 2020-08-11.
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