Takoradi Technical University (TTU) is a public tertiary education institution located in Sekondi-Takoradi, the capital of the Western Region of Ghana.
The university's motto, "Adwen, Akoma na Nsa ma mpuntu" in Fante, translates to "Skills combined with Wisdom accelerates development" in English, encapsulating its mission to provide quality technical education.
Established in 1954, this 71-year-old Ghanaian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this Ghanaian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
TTU is officially recognized by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission and is a medium-sized coeducational institution with a uniRank enrollment range of 9,000-9,999 students.
TTU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) in several areas of study.
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Currently, Takoradi Technical University has three (3) campuses: Effia Kuma (Takoradi), Butumagyebu (Sekondi) and Akatakyi (Agona-Nkwanta).
Evolution and Transformation
Takoradi Technical University 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.
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. During that period, the institute offered programmes mainly at the Craft and Technician Certificate levels in commercial and technical subjects, awarding Royal Society of Arts (RSA) and City and Guilds of London, United Kingdom.
As part of the Ghana Educational Reforms which began in the 1980s, the Takoradi Technical Institute and five other similar institutions were upgraded by the Polytechnic Act 321 (PNDC Law 1993) to become part of the Ghana Tertiary Education System. The Polytechnics, per the law, began to offer Higher National Diploma (HND) programmers in the 1993/1994 academic year.
A Bill proposed by the Ministry of Education and considered by the Cabinet of Government in 2014 was passed by Parliament as an Act in August 2016 with the assent of the President, converting some polytechnics into full-fledged technical universities.
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Later after the passage of the Polytechnic Law of 1992 (PNDCL 321). It was replaced by Polytechnics Law (Act 745) in 2007.
Forty students have gained admission to pursue various Master of Technology (MTech) degrees at Takoradi Technical University for the first time in the institution’s history, which started as a government technical institute in 1954. The first batch of graduate students joined 3674 newly-admitted students offered admission for various non-tertiary, Higher National Diploma (HND) and Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programmes to take the matriculation oath for official commencement of academic work. The total of 3714 matriculants for the 2017/2018 academic year shows an increase from the previous year's 3425, a trend the university hopes to maintain in the coming years.
Logo and Symbolism
The University logo is intended to capture the essence of technical and vocational education. The circular nature of the logo symbolizes the completeness of the training and education nurtured at the Polytechnic.
The interior of the logo is an open book set against a red gear against a yellow background. The interior is intended to symbolize the technical and vocational education and training provided by the university. The royal blue colour that encircles the emblems in the logo represents the global appeal of the education, and that “the sky is the limit” for all students. The fire red colour symbolizes hard work and personal sacrifices which underlie success in all endeavours.
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Partnerships and Recognition
The TTE Technical Training Group, a UK technical training school in the oil and gas industries, announced a major partnership in Ghana with Tullow Oil to establish a new training centre aimed at equipping local technicians for work in the oil, gas, manufacturing, and mining industries.
The Minister of Education, Professor Jane Naana Poku-Agyemang commissioned a $6 million Technical Training Centre in Takoradi Polytechnic to train Ghanaian students in these fields on 21 June 2013. The centre, named "Jubilee Technical Training Centre", was co-sponsored by the Oil Jubilee Partners, Tullow Ghana Limited, Anadarko WCTP Company, Kosmos Energy, Ghana National Petroleum Company, and Sabre Oil/Gas Holding Limited.
In 2012, Takoradi Polytechnic was recognized by the Exam Ethics Marshals International (EEMI) as the best institution in examination ethics in Ghana.
Takoradi Polytechnic was ranked the first among polytechnics in Ghana for the second time running by the world universities ranking body, Webomatics, the largest public research body known for its scientific methods in web ranking.
Takoradi Polytechnic was nominated as the Best Regional Polytechnic in Science and Education by the Europe Business Assembly (EBA), a vanity award. The award recognises the Polytechnic Institutes professionalism in teaching and learning, the quality of its researchers, the introduction and realization of international programmes, and the institution's contributions to national educational development.
Takoradi Technical University (TTU) emerged as the winner of the 2024 National SLB PetroChallenge competition held in Accra, Ghana. The team received six-month internships with SLB (Schlumberger), certificates of honour, a plaque, and Samsung tablets for their achievement. The event tested participants' knowledge of the oil and gas sector. TTU's Vice-Chancellor, Rev. Prof. John Frank Eshun, commended the team for bringing recognition to the university.
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70th Anniversary Celebrations
Takoradi Technical University (TTU) launched its 70th Anniversary celebrations on April 18, 2024, marking seven decades of contributions to technical education. The event included the unveiling of an official logo, designed by alumnus Prince Asamoah Williams, symbolizing the university's growth, innovation, and societal impact. The Vice-Chancellor, Rev. Prof. Dr. Dominic Kwesi Eduah, executive director of GNPC Foundation and a TTU alumnus, donated a laptop to the best graduating disability student and contributed funds to support the celebrations.
AD Scientific Index
Takoradi Technical University is represented by 90 scientists in the AD Scientific Index, across various fields:
- Social Sciences and Humanities (30 scientists)
- Engineering & Technology (19 scientists)
- Business & Management (12 scientists)
These rankings highlight the university's commitment to academic excellence and research across diverse disciplines.
Takoradi Technical University (TTU) is committed to advancing global partnerships, mobility, and international visibility. The university also ensures quality standards and accreditation compliance in higher education.
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