Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) is a public university in Accra, Ghana founded in 2005.
The school was formerly known as Ghana Telecom University College and Ghana Technology 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.[2][3]
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.[5]
Since its first class of 350 students matriculated in 2006, GCTU has increased its enrollment to about 7,000 students in 2021.GCTU is considered to be one of the leading technology universities in Ghana and across Africa.[6]
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.[7]
The 15-member University Council comprising distinguished educators, business executives and government officials was inaugurated on June 3, 2025.[7]
Mr. Emmanuel Baidoo has been appointed as the new Registrar of the university, effective May 27, 2022. He takes over from Mr. Nii Adotei Abrahams, who served for two terms from August 2020 to August 2022.[7]
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) includes 5 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. Currently, these are the programs being offered by the department.
Programs
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Cyber Security Option)
Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Analytics
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Diploma in Computer Science
Diploma in Cyber Security
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
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.
