POTAG Warns Gov't: Pay Us Or....

The Polytechnic Teachers’ Association of Ghana (POTAG) has called on the government to immediately pay the 2014/2015 Book and Research Allowances due its members to ensure a smooth academic calendar. “It should be noted that the delay in the payment of the allowance is mounting tension on the various polytechnic campuses”. A statement read at a press conference at the end of its national congress in Sunyani and signed by the association’s National President, Mr James Dugrah, said POTAG was aware of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which was signed between it and the government before the payment of the 2013/2014 Book and Research Allowance. “However, it was never agreed upon that the Book and Research Allowances have been scrapped. Thus until a new condition of service is agreed upon between the two parties, the old condition of service is deemed to continue as per Section 107 (3) of the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651). The statement said the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) engaged POTAG on two occasions concerning the negotiation and condition of service. It said since that last meeting on January 28, 2015, all attempts to get the FWSC to continue negotiation had failed, adding that “POTAG is expressing our grave disappointment and frustration and a seeming deception concerning this issue”.

Source: Graphic.com.gh

University of Development Studies - UNDERGRADUATE COURSES - NAVRONGO CAMPUS

a. FACULTY OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES (FMS)

• 4-Year BSc (Actuarial Science)
• 4-Year BSc (Computer Science)
• 4-Year BSc (Financial Mathematics)
• 4-Year BSc (Mathematical Science (Mathematics Option))
• 4-Year BSc (Mathematical Science (Statistics Option))
• 4-Year BSc (Mathematics-With-Economics)
• 4-Year BSc (Accounting-With-Computing)
• 4-Year BSc (Information Technology) – Regular and Sandwich

Diploma Programmes

• 2-Year Diploma in Statistics
• 2-Year Diploma in Computer Science

Bridging Science Programme

• Candidates may apply for a six-week bringing programme to prepare them for admission into the University’s Mathematics and Science-based degree programmes at the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences, Navrongo Campus.
• Only those candidates (WASSCE holders) who have aggregate 36 or better - Credit Passes (A1 to C6 only) in the three core and three elective subjects but with weak performance in Elective Mathematics will be considered (i.e. Either Grade D7 or E8 )
• Preference will be given to female students from disadvantaged schools.

It is a residential fee-paying programme at the Navrongo Campus of UDS which will start before the beginning of the 2015/2016 Academic Year.

b. FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES (FAS)

• 4-Year BSc (Applied Biology)
• 4-Year BSc (Applied Chemistry)
• 4-Year BSc (Biochemistry)
• 4-Year BSc (Applied Physics)
• 4-Year BSc (Earth Science)
• 4-Year BSc (Environmental Science)

NB:

To be eligible for admission into the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences (FMS), successful candidates are expected to have at least a grade C6 in Mathematics (Elective). Students admitted into the Faculty of Applied Sciences (FAS) may be allowed to join the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences (FMS) at level 200, subject to first year performance in the pre-requisite subject areas.

Candidates seeking transfer from Faculty of Mathematical Sciences (FMS) to Faculty of Applied Sciences (FAS) at level 200 must meet requirements in the latter before any switch will be allowed.

SUNYANI POLYTECHNIC ADMISSIONS FOR THE 2015/2016 ACADEMIC YEAR

ADMISSION OF CANDIDATES TO DEGREE/HND PROGRAMMES FOR THE  2015/2016 ACADEMIC YEAR

Application Closes: 24th July, 2015.


Applications are invited from prospective applicants for admission into Degree/HND programmes of the Sunyani Polytechnic, Sunyani, for the 2015/2016 Academic year.


PROGRAMMES ON OFFER FOR THE 2015/2016 ACADEMIC YEAR 

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

 Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) Degree in Building Technology (In Collaboration with Kwame
Nkrumah University of Science and Technology) (Regular and Weekend)

Entry Requirements

 Applicants must hold a good HND (Second Class Upper Division or Better) in Building Technology or allied programmes with at least two years relevant post HND qualification experience. 

Applicants with HND

Second Class Lower Division must pass a selection interview before they could be considered. The
programme duration is 18 months consisting of 3 semesters.

 To be eligible for admission to the Pre-B-Tech programme, candidates are required to have one of the following qualification:

i. CTCIII Certificate Part III (CTCIII – New Scheme) or

ii. CTCIII Certificate Part III (CTCII – Old Scheme).


 Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) Degree in Accounting With Computing (In Collaboration with
Kumasi Polytechnic) (Regular and Weekend)

Entry Requirements

a. HND Accountancy Applicants

Holders of HND Accountancy Certificate

b. ACCA and ICA Applicants

Applicants with 7 passes or more papers of ICAG, ACCA, CIMA or equivalents

c. Advanced Diploma in Computerised Accounting


Holders of Professional Diploma in Computerised Accounting with credit passes (SSSCE A- D),
WASSCE (A1 C6) in the three core papers of English Language, Core Mathematics and Social
Studies/Integrated Science or Equivalent from a recognized Tertiary Institution

d. First Degree

Applicants holding NAB Accredited degrees will be interviewed.

The programme duration is 18 months consisting of 3 semesters.


 Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) Degree in Procurement Management (In Collaboration with Takoradi Polytechnic) (Regular and Weekend)

 Entry Requirements

A candidate must have an HND with second class division or better and satisfy all conditions that the polytechnic will require.

a. A candidate must have an HND in Purchasing and Supply, Procurement Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Freight Forwarding, Stores Management, etc; or its equivalent.

b. Applicants with Diploma in Procurement & Supply from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS UK) qualification may apply.

c. HND Graduates from other fields or disciplines with a qualification not lower than a minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division with at least five (5) years working experience in procurement related fields.

d. First degree graduates from other fields or discipline may apply.


The programme duration is 18 months consisting of 3 semesters.


                        HND PROGRAMMES

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES

 HND Accountancy
 HND Computerised Accounting (In collaboration with Kumasi Polytechnic)
 HND Marketing
 HND Purchasing and Supply
 HND Secretaryship and Management Studies (Regular, Weekend and Evening )


SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

 HND Building Technology
 HND Civil Engineering
 HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Computer Engineering Option)
 HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Medical Engineering Technology Option)
 HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Power Systems Option)
 HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Telecommunication Options)
 HND Industrial Arts (Ceramic Arts)
 HND Industrial Arts (Fashion Design Technology)
 HND Industrial Arts (Textiles Technology)
 HND Interior Design and Technology
 HND Materials Engineering
 HND Mechanical Engineering (Automobile Option)
 HND Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option)
 HND Mechanical Engineering (Production Option)
 HND Mechanical Engineering (Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Option)


SCHOOL OF APPLIED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

 HND Computer Science
 HND Dispensing Technology
 HND General Agriculture
 HND Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management
 HND Information and Communication Technology (ICT)


ADMISSION ELIGIBILTY FOR HND PROGRAMMES

Admission is opened to:
i. SSCE holders with credit passes (A-D) in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies plus credit passes (A-D) in Two Elective subjects relevant to the programme of study
ii. WASSCE holders with credit passes (A1-C6) in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies plus credit passes (A1-C6) in Two Elective subjects relevant to the programme of study
iii. CERTIFICATE II HOLDERS
Certificate II Applicants with Passes in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (English, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies) plus three (3) passes in relevant elective subjects are eligible for HND Programmes
iv. ADVANCED LEVEL holders with credit in at least Five (5) subjects at the GCE ‘O’ Level (or its equivalent) including English and Mathematics, plus at least two passes in the subjects relevant to the programme of study.
v. TECHNICAL SCHOOLS APPLICANTS
Technical School applicants with Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.
vi. POST SECONDARY TEACHER TRAINING CERTIFICATE APPLICANTS
Passes at the final Post–Secondary Teacher Training Examination plus five passes at the GCE O’Level/SSSCE/WASSCE including English and Mathematics.
vii. DIPOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (DBS) APPLICANTS
Applicants who hold DBS with Distinction or Credit from GES accredited institutions are eligible for admission to level 200 to pursue Business related programmes at the HND level. DBS applicants who hold a Pass would enroll at level 100. In all cases applicants would be required to have four (4) credit passes in WASSCE/SSSCE/ RSA II including English and Mathematics.
viii. MATURE APPLICANTS
a. Must be at least 25 years old.
b. Must have at least two (2) years relevant industrial experience.
c. Must pass a written examination and an interview.
d. Must show proof of date of birth with any national document which is at least 5 years old at the time of application.
OR
a. Must be at least 25 years old
b. Must have at least two (2) years relevant industrial experience.
c. Must show proof of credit passes in English Language and Mathematics in SSSCE/WASSCE
d. Must show proof of date of birth with any national document which is at least 5 years old at the time of application.


MATURE CANDIDATES ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

Mature Candidates Entrance Examination will take place on Friday, July 31, 2015 at the Sunyani Polytechnic. The starting time for the examination is 10:00 a.m. prompt.
Note: All mature candidates will be expected to pay an additional amount of GH¢50.00 on or before the day of the entrance examination at the Polytechnic Campus. This amount covers the cost of the entrance examinations.


PRE-HND (ACCESS) COURSE FOR TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL SCHOOL STUDENTS

The National Board for Professional and Technicians Examinations (NABPTEX) has designed an access programme for Technical/Vocational Institute graduates into HND programmes. NABPTEX will conduct a final external examination after which successful applicants shall proceed to enroll in the following HND programmes:
 HND Building Technology
 HND Civil Engineering
 HND Computer Science
 HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering
 HND General Agriculture
 HND Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management
 HND Industrial Arts
 HND Interior Design Technology
 HND Materials Engineering
 HND Mechanical Engineering


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR PRE-HND COURSES

Applicants should posses a minimum qualification of Intermediate Certificate or its equivalent in the relevant area of study.


ACCESS PROGRAMME FOR SSSCE/WASSCE

In the case of SSSCE/WASSCE Science applicants for Access course, they must have passes in three (3) subjects comprising at least one (1) core subject plus at least one (1) science elective subject and any other science related subject.


PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES

INSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL AND EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT, UK (IPED)

Do you want a qualification that is internationally recognized? A qualification that can be used for both academic and professional purposes. IPED qualification is the answer. The following programmes of the Institute for Professional and Executive Development, UK are available at the Polytechnic and run by the Department of Commercial Studies:
 Diploma in Bank Management & Financial Services
 Diploma in Business Administration & Strategic Management
 Diploma in Customer Service Management
 Diploma in Human Resource Management
 Diploma in Marketing Studies
 Diploma in Project Management

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

 Four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE passes including English Language and Mathematics or Certificate in Business Studies or closely related fields.


INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS (ICA) GHANA – PART 1

Entry Requirements for HND Programmes

a. SSSCE /WASSCE APPLICANTS
6 Passes in with at least aggregate 20 and including English Language and Mathematics.

b. GBCE APPLICANTS (RSA) – Six GBCE passes including English Language, Business Mathematics, with at least aggregate 20.

THE ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS SCHEME WEST AFRICA (ATSWA) FORMERLY GAT

Entry Requirements for HND Programmes

a. SSSCE /WASSCE APPLICANTS
6 Passes in with at least aggregate 20 and including English Language and Mathematics.

b. GBCE APPLICANTS (RSA) – Six GBCE passes including English Language, Business Mathematics, with at least aggregate 20.

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

1. Diploma in Computerised Accounting (DCA)
2. Diploma in Banking Technology & Accounting (DBTA)
3. Diploma in Business Studies (Accounting Option)
4. Diploma in Business Studies (Secretarial Option)
5. Diploma in Business Studies (Management Option)
6. Diploma in Business Studies (Marketing Option)
7. Diploma in Business Studies (Purchasing and Supply Option)
8. Diploma in Business Studies (Statistics Option)

Entry Requirements for 1 – 2

Five (5) SSSCE/ WASSCE passes including English Language and Mathematics/ GBCE passes.

Entry Requirements for 3 – 8

Four (4) SSSCE/ WASSCE passes including English Language and Mathematics/ GBCE passes.


TECHNICIAN AND ADVANCED PROGRAMMES

 Construction Technicians Course (CTC) Part I
 Construction Technicians Course (CTC) Part II
 Construction Technicians Course (CTC) Part III
 Electrical Engineering Technicians (EET) Part I
 Electrical Engineering Technicians (EET) Part II
 Electrical Engineering Technicians (EET) Part III
 Mechanical Engineering Technicians (MET) Part I
 Mechanical Engineering Technicians (MET) Part II
 Mechanical Engineering Technicians Part III
 Motor Vehicle Technicians (MVT) Part I
 Motor Vehicle Technicians (MVT) Part II
 Motor Vehicle Technicians Part III (MVT III)
 Advanced Blocklaying and Concreting
 Advanced Carpentry and Joinery
 Advanced Cookery (8122)
 Advanced Furniture
 Advanced Painting and Decorating
 Advanced Fashion and Designing
 Advanced Furniture Design & Construction


Entry Requirements

Passes in Intermediate, SSSCE/WASSCE, Part I and Part II of that particular programme.


CRAFT PROGRAMMES/COUNCIL FOR TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (COTVET) PROGRAMMES

The Polytechnic also runs programmes of the Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) at the Certificate II and Advanced levels. The programmes are:

 Agric Mechanics Work
 Autobody Inter/COTVET
 Blocklaying and Concreting Inter/COTVET
 Catering Inter/COTVET
 Electrical Installation Work
 Electrical Machine Rewinding and Repairs
 Fabrication and Welding
 Fashion and Designing Intermediate
 Furniture Craft Inter/COTVET
 General Textiles
 Heavy Duty and Diesel Mechanics
 Industrial Maintenance Technology
 Industrial Mechanics
 Mechanical Engineering Craft Practice
 Motor Vehicle Mechanics Work
 Painting and Decorating Inter
 Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Mechanics
 Small Engines Repairs
 Textiles Technician

Entry Requirements

 SSSCE/WASSCE and JHS certificates


OTHER PROGRAMMES

 General Business Certificate Examination (Formerly Ghana Commercial Examinations or RSA Stage II)

Entry Requirements
 SSSCE/WASSCE and JHS certificates


 Advanced Business Certificate Examination (Formerly Ghana Commercial Examinations or RSA Stage III)

Entry Requirements
 RSA Stage II


PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATES

 Architectural and Engineering Draughtmanship
 Proficiency in Chinese Language
 Proficiency in English Language
 Proficiency in French Language


SALES OUTLET

Prospective Applicants must purchase Sunyani Polytechnic ADMISSIONS FORMS from the following centres:

i. The Finance Office, Sunyani Polytechnic
ii. Regional and District POST OFFICES throughout the country
iii. Fidelity Bank, Zenith Bank, Ghana Commercial Bank, Ecobank, Stanbic Bank, Sunyani and all other Branches throughout the Country.


COST OF APPLICATION FORMS

i. Bachelor of Technology Applicants - GH¢130.00
ii. HND Programmes (Direct Applicants) - GH¢120.00
iii. HND Programmes (Mature) - GH¢130.00
iv. Access (Pre-HND), Diploma, Technician and Advanced Programmes - GH¢120.00
v. Craft programmes and Proficiency Certificates - GH¢80.00


                 HOW TO APPLY 

ONLINE ADMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Go to www.spoly.edu.gh/admission on the internet after you have purchased the Sunyani Polytechnic admissions documents
2. Log onto the Online Admissions system with the E-Voucher Number and Pin
3. Follow steps on the Online Admissions system to complete your application
4. A printed copy of your completed online application must be enclosed in your envelope before posting together with photocopies of Certificates or Results slips to be returned to: 
The Registrar, Sunyani Polytechnic, P. O. Box 206, Sunyani

COMPLETED FORM

A completed ADMISSION FORM should be sent to the Post Office together with photocopies of certificates or result slips and in the case of Mature Applicants, birth certificates and any other relevant document(s) should also be attached and sent to the address below:

THE REGISTRAR,
SUNYANI POLYTECHNIC,
P.O. BOX 206,
SUNYANI - B/A

Completed application should reach the Registrar by 24th July, 2015.

For general enquiries contact the Senior Assistant Registrar in-charge of Admissions on 0352023278/0352027052 or 0264485858

Kumasi Polytechnic 2015/2016 Admissions

Closing Date for Application: 31st July, 2015

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for admission to any of the following programmes for the 2015/2016 academic year.

(A) B.TECH DEGREE PROGRAMMES

1. Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering (two-year top-up)
2. Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering (one and half years top-up)
3. Bachelor of Technology in Accounting with Computing (one and half years top-up)
4. Bachelor of Technology in Procurement Management (one and half years top-up)
5. Bachelor of Technology in Building Technology (one and half years top-up)
6. Bachelor of Technology in Estate Management (two-year top-up)
7. Bachelor of Technology in Entrepreneurship & Finance (one and half years top-up)

(B)  HND PROGRAMMES

1. HND Accountancy (Regular/Evening/Weekend Options)
2. HND Accounting with Computing (Regular/Evening/Weekend Options)
3. HND Secretaryship and Management Studies (Regular/ Evening/Weekend Options)
4. HND Marketing (Regular/Evening/Weekend Options)
5. HND Purchasing and Supply (Regular/Evening/Weekend Options)
6. HND Computer Science (Regular Only)
7. HND Statistics (Regular Only)
8. HND Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management (Regular Only)
9. HND Building Technology (Regular Only)
10. HND Estate Management (Regular Only)      
11. HND Interior Architecture and Furniture Production (Regular Only)
12. HND Mechanical Engineering with choice of options at Level 200

             Options: (I) Plant (II) Production (III) Automotive and (IV) Metallurgy (Regular Only)

1.  HND Chemical Engineering (Regular Only)
2.  HND Civil Engineering (Regular Only)
3.  HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Regular Only)
4. HND Dispensing Technology (Regular Only)
5. HND Medical Laboratory Technology (Regular Only)
6. HND Science and Industrial Laboratory Technology (Regular Only)
7. HND Entrepreneurship and Finance (Regular Only)
8. HND Fashion Design and Textiles Studies (Regular Only)

(C) NON-HND TERTIARY PROGRAMMES

1. Electrical Engineering Technicians Part III
2. Mechanical Engineering Technicians Part III
3. Motor Vehicle Technicians Part III
4. Construction Technicians Course Part III.

Entry Requirement for Non-HND Full Time Programmes
Technician Part II Certificate

(D)  PART-TIME PROGRAMMES

1) Diploma in Business Studies (DBS) in the following areas (one year programme):

1. Accountancy
2. Marketing
3. Secretarial
4. Management
5. Statistics
6. Purchasing & Supply
7. Entrepreneurship

2) Certificate in Accounting (6 months)

3) Diploma in Banking Technology and Accounting (DBTA) 2 year programme

4) Diploma in Computerised Accounting (DCA) 2 year programme

5) Diploma in Public Relations (2 year programme)

6) Diploma in Electronic Marketing (2 year programme)

7) Diploma in Business Administration (DBA) (2 year Programme)

8) Diploma in Procurement & Materials Management (2 year Programme)

9) Diploma in Agribusiness and Finance (2 year Programme)

10) Diploma in Banking and Small Business Management (2 year Programme)       

11) Diploma in Information Technology (2 year Programme

12) Diploma in Hardware and Networking (2 year Programme)

13) Diploma in Web Applications and Database (2 year Programme)

14) Professional Diploma in Banking Technology and Accounting (PDBTA) 1 year programme.

15) Professional Diploma in Computerised Accounting (PDCA) 1 year programme

16) Post Graduate Certificate in Computerized Accounting (PGCCA) six months week-end programme.

17) Diploma in Health Statistics (Two year programme) and

18) Diploma in Statistics for Risk Management

19) Catering 812/1 and 812/2

20) Advanced Furniture Craft

21) Intermediate and Advanced Fashion

22) Electrical Engineering Technician Part I and II

23) Mechanical Engineering Technician Part 1 and II

24) Motor Vehicle Technician Part I and II

25) Construction Technician Course Part I and II

(E) ONE YEAR ACCESS/PRE-HND PROGRAMME (TECHNICAL/VOCATIONAL APPLICANTS ONLY) for entry into

HND Mechanical Engineering
HND Electrical Engineering
HND Civil Engineering
HND Hotel Catering & Institutional Management,
HND Fashion
HND Interior Architecture & Furniture Production, and
HND Building Technology

Entry Requirements|
A minimum qualification of Intermediate certificate in vocational or technical courses or its equivalent.

(F) ONE YEAR ACCESS/PRE-HND PROGRAMME for entry into

HND Chemical Engineering
HND Building Technology
HND Mechanical Engineering
HND Electrical Engineering
HND Civil Engineering
HND Interior Architecture & Furniture Production

(G) ONE YEAR TOP-UP HND DISPENSING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME

A One year top-up Dispensing Technology Programme leading to HND Dispensing Technology.

(H)   ICM FINANCIAL SERVICES PROGRAMMES

1. Certificate in Financial Services - ICM (Part One) -
   Entry Requirement: Four (4) passes in WASSCE/SSCE including English and Mathematics
2. Diploma in Financial Services - ICM (Part Two)
   Entry Requirement: ICM Financial Services (Part One)
3. ICM Advanced Diploma - ICM (Part Three)
   Entry Requirement: ICM Financial Services (Part Two)
4. ICM Graduate Diploma – ICM (Part Four)
   Entry Requirement: ICM Financial Services (Part Three)

COST OF APPLICATION FORMS

Bachelor of Technology Applicants   -           GH ¢130.00
HND Applicants                                  -            GH ¢120.00
Matured Applicants                            -           GH ¢130.00
Diploma Programmes Applicants      -           GH ¢120.00
Foreign Applicants                             -            US $50.00

NOTE TO FOREIGN APPLICANTS: Payment for an application can be deposited into ECOBANK Account No. 00452014470095301 in any African country. A scanned copy of the payment slip should be emailed to: info@kpoly.edu.gh for the processing of the application.

MODE OF APPLICATION

A card with an application code and admission requirement Brochure can be obtained from the following places.

1. Kumasi Polytechnic Cash office
2. All Regional Post Offices
3. All Zenith Bank Branches
4. All Ecobank Branches
5. All UBA Branches
6. All HFC Bank branches
7. Technical Examinations Unit, Accra next to Kimbu Senior High Technical School.

Payment for the Application should be by Bank Draft payable to the Rector, Kumasi Polytechnic. 

All applicants are required to apply online (http://forms.kpoly.edu.gh). They are also required to download and print completed online application form and attach two (2) passport pictures, two (2) photocopies of relevant documents/certificates and payment voucher to be submitted to the address below.

The Acting Registrar

Kumasi Polytechnic

Post Office Box 854

Kumasi

Visit the following for further information on how to apply online.

Available programs: http://kpoly.edu.gh/academics/programmes
For general admission requirements: http://kpoly.edu.gh/admission/requirements
Application Forms & Instructions: http://kpoly.edu.gh/admission/application/forms/instructions

For general admission enquiries call 0322392522 OR 0202440413

Closing Date for Application: 31^st July, 2015

 SGD.

AG. REGISTRAR

Source: 

Polytechnic Relations Office

KNUST IDL Top-Up Admissions 2015 / 2016 Academic Year

Admission to Diploma & Top-up Degree Programmes for HND and Diploma Certificate Holders for the 2015/2016 Academic Year

Application Closes: Friday 29th August, 2015

It is announced for the information of prospective applicants and the general public that KNUST has opened applications for Top-up programmes in the Distance Learning mode leading to the award of Degrees in the following programmes:

Top Up Undergraduate Programmes on Offer:

• B.Sc. Geomatic Engineering
• B.Sc. Agricultural Engineering
• BSc. Mechanical Engineering
• BSc. Computer Science
• BSc. Statistics
• BSc. Computer Engineering
• BSc. Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics
• BSc. Construction Technology & Management
• BSc. Actuarial Science
• BSc. Information Technology
• BSc. Petroleum Engineering (online only)
• BSc. Chemical Engineering (online only)
• BSc. Physics
• B.A. Social Work
• B.A. Sociology
• BSc. Business Administration
• BSc. Telecommunication Engineering
• BSc. Electrical Engineering

Entry Requirements for Top-Up Programmes

General Requirement for all Programmes

1. Applicants must have at least 5 (five) credits in GCE “O” Level, including English Language and Mathematics and at least 6 (six) credits in  SSSCE/WASSCE subjects in the relevant areas, including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science with an aggregate not exceeding 24.
2. Applicants with passes (i.e. D7 and E8) in English, Mathematics and Integrated Science, who completed their HND on or before 2010 can apply to go through a qualifying Pre-bridging Course.
3. All HND applicants should have obtained at least a Second Class Lower Division in the respective fields.

Specific Requirements

In addition to these general requirements, programme specific requirement is stated below.

1. BSc. Geomatic Engineering
   HND in Surveying or Diploma in Geodetic/Geomatic Engineering or its equivalent.
2. BSc. Agricultural Engineering
   HND in Agricultural Engineering or its equivalent Diploma certificate.
3. BSc. Business Administration
   HND or its equivalent in business-related areas, such as (Accounting, Secretarial, Management, Purchasing and Supply, Marketing, etc.) Concentration for the programme is in the following areas:
   
   • Human Resource Management
   • Accounting
   • Banking and Finance
   • Marketing
   • Hospitality Management
   • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
   Candidates shall continue in the areas of specialization in their respective programmes for the Top–up. Specializations would be mounted in specific centres depending on the number of qualified applicants.
4. BSc. Computer Engineering
   HND in Computer Engineering/Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Telecommunication Engineering or an equivalent Diploma certificate.
5. BSc. Construction Technology and Management(CTM)/QuantitySurveying and Construction Economics (QSCE)
   HND in Building Technology or its equivalent diploma certificate. A sound background in mathematics is required.
6. BSc. Mechanical Engineering
   HND or its equivalent diploma certificate in any of the following Mechanical Engineering disciplines:
   
   • Production Engineering;
   • Plant Engineering;
   • Automobile Engineering;
   • Refrigeration and Air- Conditioning and
   • Foundry Technology.
7. BSc. Statistics
   HND in Statistics or its equivalent diploma certificate.
8. BSc. Computer Science
   HND or its equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electronics, Data Processing, Information Systems/Sciences and any area related to any of the programmes listed.
9. BSc. Actuarial Science
   HND or equivalent Diploma Certificate in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Science or Accounting. University graduates holding a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science or Statistics.
10. BSc. Information Technology
    HND or equivalent Diploma Certificate in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electronics, Data Processing, Information Systems/Sciences and any area related to any of the programmes listed.
    A first degree in any Physical Sciences and Engineering programme may also apply.
11. BSc. Chemical Engineering
    HND or its equivalent in Chemical Engineering.
12. BSc. Physics
    HND or University Diploma in any of the Engineering Disciplines. Graduates from Colleges of Education (Training Colleges) may also apply.
13. BSc. Petroleum Engineering
    a. HND in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Civil Engineering.
    b. First Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
14. B.A. Social Work
    Entry requirements:
    I. Diploma in Social Work;
    II. Degree or Diploma in Education;
    III. Diploma from Teacher Training Colleges/ Nursing Training College;
    IV. HND in Management or Human Resource Management; an
    V. Degree or Diploma in Theology and Bible studies.
15. B.A. Sociology
    Candidates shall hold a diploma in any of the under listed programmes from an accredited University or Institution.
    i. Diploma in Social work;
    ii. Diploma in Social Administration;
    iii. Diploma in Police / Prison Administration;
    iv. Degree or Diploma in Education;
    v. Diploma from Teacher Training Colleges;
    vi. Diploma from Nursing Training Colleges;
    vii. Degree or Diploma in Theology or any Social Science Programme; and
    viii. HND in Business Administration (i.e. Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, etc.).

How to Apply

Application is strictly on-line.

1. E-Vouchers may be purchased from any Regional Post Office
2. E-vouchers (payable directly to IDL, KNUST accounts) can be obtained at any of the following banks: Ecobank, hfc Bank and Fidelity Bank branches throughout Ghana.
3. E-vouchers may also be purchased by bankers’ draft (from any bank) payable to the Institute of Distance Learning, KNUST from the following venues:

• KUMASI- The Office of the Director, Institute of Distance Learning, New Examination Block, KNUST Campus, Tel 0247274661 or 0500482885
• ACCRA- Catholic Institute of Business and Technology, Adabraka (formally, Social Advance Institute) Accra Contact Mr. Adu Brenya/Michael Tel. 0500482875 orKNUST Accra City Campus, Accra Contact Mathias Tel: 0500482876
• SUNYANI- University of Energy and Natural Resources. Contact Mr. Appiah 0242543408 or Clement on Tel: 0500482877
• HO- Ho Polytechnic, Volta Region, Contact: Mr. Ben Quarshie Honyenuga,Tel 0500482877
• TAKORADI- Takoradi Polytechnic, Contact: Mr. Emmanuel Opintan-Baah, Tel 0500482883
• KOFORIDUA- Gratis Foundation; Contact Mr. Foster Ofori, Tel. 0244811805 or Fedelia 0500482874
• TAMALE- Tamale Polytechnic, Contact Mr. Abubakari Abdul-Razak, Tel. 0500482879
• BOLGATANGA- Bolgatanga Secondary School, Contact Mr. Zoogar Mukasa, Tel. 050482880
• WA Centre: Jihann Training College, Contact Mr. Dominic  Wanaa, Tel. 0500482878
• TARKWA Contact Mr. Andrew Doku, UMAT, Tel. 0500482884
• CAPE COAST: Cape Coast Polytechnic, Contact Mr. K. A. Simpson, Tel. 0500482882
• TECHIMAN: Contact Mr Toura  0205782024
• AKOSOMBO: Mr. Moses A. Korda Tel. 0500482881

Applicants should follow carefully the instructions on the e-voucher.

ALL APPLICANTS ARE TO VISIT http://admissions.knust.edu.gh AND COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION USING THE E-VOUCHER PROVIDED.

A copy of the completed on-line forms together with all relevant documents should be posted in the enclosed self-addressed EMS envelope to reach THE DIRECTOR, INSTITUTE OF DISTANCE LEARNING, KNUST-KUMASI, GHANA by FRIDAY, 29th AUGUST, 2015.

Cost of Application Form

E-voucher together with Prepaid EMS Envelope cost as follows:

GH¢190 for the Undergraduate (Top-Up) Forms; and

For Foreign Applicants

US$150 for the Undergraduate (Top-Up) Forms

Note:

1. ONLY RESULTS AND/OR DOCUMENTS PROVIDED BY APPLICANTS AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF THEIR APPLICATIONS SHALL BE CONSIDERED.

2. APPLICANTS MUST INCLUDE IN THEIR APPLICATION PACKAGE CERTIFIED TRUE COPIES OF THEIR WASSCE/SSCE AND HND CERTIFICATES AND ALL OTHER RELEVANT CERTIFICATES.

• FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT http://idl.knust.edu.gh OR CALL TEL: 0247274661/ 0249735140.

NOTE: PROGRAMMES/CENTRES WOULD RUN DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.