B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering Technology Education

Mechanical Engineering Technology Education is a degree that combines the practical side of engineering with the skills to teach it. At Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, this programme is based in Kumasi and available in both full-time and sandwich modes. It is designed to prepare you for careers where you can work with machines and also train others to do the same.

What this degree actually covers

Programmes of this kind typically mix core mechanical engineering subjects such as mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes with studies in education and training. In practical workshops, you learn how to operate tools and equipment, while your education modules teach you how to design lessons, assess learning, and instruct others in technical skills. This combination is what sets the degree apart from a pure engineering honours programme.

How difficult it is to get a place

This is a less competitive engineering-related degree, so places are more accessible than many other programmes in the field. The university accepts applicants from General Science, Technical Studies, and Visual Arts backgrounds from SHS, which widens the net for eligible students. Because the entry competition is low, your chances of admission are likely to be higher, but you should still confirm that you meet the university's general requirements.

What you can do after graduation

Graduates often go into teaching and training roles at technical schools, polytechnics, or vocational institutes, where they teach mechanical engineering subjects. Others find work in industry as training officers or technical instructors, and some move directly into engineering support roles such as mechanical technician or quality control. The ability to combine engineering know-how with teaching skills is valued in many organisations.