MSc. Telecommunications Engineering
It is a two (2) year collaborative programme between Ghana Technology University College and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana.
The programme provides intensive preparation for professional practice in management of telecommunications concerns and provides opportunities for individuals with either technical or non-technical degrees who are seeking to advance into managerial or leadership roles in the dynamic telecommunications environment.
It gives students the needed skills in integrated global business management techniques to support high level decision making and develops the ability to apply strategy in response to the external environment. Emphasis is given to quality processes that enhance value and reduce waste in operations within the telecommunications industry.
Degree-A Bachelor’s degree (at least Second Class Lower) in Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering.
To apply for admission to our Masters programmes, applicant must possess:
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| A first degree not below second class lower division from an accredited university. Applicants with third class or pass degrees are required to attend a one month mandatory refresher course and pass an interview to qualify for a programme. |
| A minimum of 2 years’ relevant working / professional experience is required for applicants to MBA programmes. |
| Be proficient in Microsoft word, Excel and Power Point |
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Please provide the following information:
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| A completed post graduate Admission form |
| Original or Certified True Copies of certificates, academic transcripts and any other academic record from an accredited and degree-granting university. |
| Research and professional experience. |
| Two (2) recent passport size photographs, one of which should be affixed to the form. |
| Three (3) letters of recommendation with at least one (1) from educational institution attended. |
Application forms are available at GTUC Information Centre, Accra campus and regional campuses/ learning centers. Forms can be downloaded here. The application fee is GH 200.00, payable by banker’s draft from any bank. Please note that applications submitted online will not be processed until the application fee is settled.
Completed application forms with appropriately certified copies of certificates and transcripts should be submitted to the Graduate Admissions Office, GTUC, Tesano campus or regional campuses/learning centers.
Admission dates
| Intake | Admission start date | Closing date |
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| January | September | November |
| May | January | March |
| September | May | July |
GTUC has a one year rolling admission policy. Students have the privilege to buy and submit application forms any time within an academic year. The forms would be processed for the intake selected by applicants. There are however, strict admission deadlines.
Why should l choose Msc Engineering Project management?
On successful completion of the programme students should be able to:
- Respond to and manage elements of change, entrepreneurship and innovation
- Conceive, cost, plan, schedule and manage complex projects
- Apply management techniques to the solution of business problems in the manufacture and supply of goods
- Students will be able to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering projects
- Conduct financial forecasting, project appraisal and sensitivity, uncertainty and risk analysis
- Student will have the ability to assess and establish a financially sound manufacturing project in relation to the company’s long term strategic development
Course duration
1 year (full time) or 2-3 years (part-time). Evening and weekend options are available.
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| Communication Networks |
| Digital Communications |
| Emerging Technologies |
| Wireless Communication Systems |
| Project Management |
| Antenna Engineering for Wireless Communications |
| RF and Microwave Communications Circuits |
| Optical Communications |
| Network Planning and Design |
| Digital Signal Processing |
| Telecommunication Policy, Legal and Regulatory issues |
| Simulation of Telecommunications System |
| Research Methodology and Seminar presentation |
| Programme | Ghanaian | International Students |
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| MSc. Telecommunications Engineering | £ 5000 | £ 6000 |
| Graduate admissions office- | Telephone: | Location: |
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| Accra campus | +233 (0)302-917152, 0202698352/3 | Tesano Accra |
| Kumasi campus: | +233(0)3221-92373, 0202698214 | Apino Plaza, at Ahodwo roundabout, opposite Alliance Francaise. |
| Koforidua Learning Centre: | 0202625760, 0202625761 | 2nd Floor of the Vodafone Regional Office Building, at Charley Junction. |
| Takoradi Learning Centre: | 0202625794 | |
| Ho Learning Centre: | 0505663496 | Vodafone Regional Office Building, |
Email: graduateadmissions@gtuc.edu.gh
Facebook: www.facebookcom/gtucgradschool
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8.00am-5.00pm
Saturdays: 9.00am-2.00pm
