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Accra Technical University

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Accra Technical University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Accra Technical University is a public university in Ghana. It suits students who want a technical institution and need a Ghana-based option with an official website to check current admissions details.

  2. What you can study

    The institution is a technical university. No subject areas or degree programmes are listed, so the programme catalogue still needs to be confirmed on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and whether any programme-specific conditions apply. The university site is the place to confirm how applications are submitted and what supporting records are required.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Accra will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so budget for those separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check visa requirements, document legalization, accommodation, and whether your chosen programme has any extra entry conditions.

  6. How it compares

    Ghana has 30 universities in this directory, so Accra Technical University sits within a fairly broad national choice. Its technical identity makes it more specific than a general university, which may suit applicants looking for a more applied study environment.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Accra Technical University

What type of university is Accra Technical University?

It is a public university.

Which country is Accra Technical University in?

It is in Ghana.

What is the university website?

https://atu.edu.gh/

What was the university before it became a polytechnic?

It was established in 1949 as a Technical School and commissioned in 1957 as Accra Technical Institute before being converted into a Polytechnic in 2007.

Overview

The Accra Technical University (ATU) was established in 1949 as a Technical School in Ghana and commissioned in 1957 as Accra Technical Institute before being converted into a Polytechnic in 2007 by the Parliament of Ghana.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Ghana.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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