Ghana’s tech varsity GCTU holds 34th matriculation ceremony

The Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), at its 34th matriculation ceremony, says it has positioned itself as the country’s premier institution for technology-based education.

Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa, the vice-chancellor, addressed new students at the ceremony which was held on February 22, 2025.

The professor described the matriculation ceremony as a gateway to knowledge and opportunity, where students would be moulded into professionals, innovators, and leaders of the future.

Reflecting on the university’s advancements, Afoakwa highlighted GCTU’s recent accreditation by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to offer several innovative and industry-relevant programmes.

These newly accredited academic offerings, he said, align with the university’s vision of equipping students with cutting-edge skills to meet the demands of the evolving global job market.

Undergraduate Programmes:

• Diploma in Cyber Security
• Diploma in Web Application Development
• Diploma in Multimedia Technology
• Diploma in Data Science and Analytics
• BSc. Data Science and Analytics
• BSc. Internet of Things and Big Data
• BSc. Network and Systems Administration
• BSc. E-Commerce and Marketing Management

Postgraduate Programmes:

• MSc. /MPhil. Digital Marketing
• MA E-Business and Marketing Strategy
• MA Human Resource Management with Information
• Institute of Continuing and Distance Education Programmes:
• Diploma in Information Technology
• BSc. Information Technology
• BSc. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• BSc. Procurement and Supply Chain Management
• BSc. Logistics and Transport
• MSc. Finance
• MSc. Procurement and Logistics
• MSc. Economics and Informatics
• MSc. Digital Marketing

Afoakwa said GCTU’s mission is to bridge the gap between academia and industry by providing students with a curriculum that integrates technological innovation and practical experience.

He encouraged students to embrace their academic journey with dedication and passion, assuring them that GCTU would provide them with a robust and supportive learning environment.