Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering (Automotive)

Programmes of this kind focus on the design, operation, and maintenance of vehicles. They typically cover engine systems, vehicle dynamics, and diagnostics. Kumasi Technical University offers this degree through its Faculty of Engineering, and entry is less competitive than many engineering programmes.

What automotive mechanical engineering covers

Programmes of this kind usually cover the principles of mechanical engineering as they apply to cars, buses, trucks, and other vehicles. Students learn about engines, transmissions, suspension, steering, braking, and vehicle electronics. The course also builds practical skills in diagnosis, servicing, and the use of workshop tools and diagnostic equipment.

How hard it is to get a place

Entry to this programme is less competitive than many engineering degrees. If you have studied General Science, Technical Studies, or Visual Arts at SHS, you are among the backgrounds this programme accepts. Similar automotive mechanical engineering programmes at other Ghanaian technical universities are also less competitive, so your chances of getting an offer are generally good compared with more selective engineering courses. Always check the university's published requirements for the specific grades you need.

Where graduates work

Graduates of automotive mechanical engineering programmes typically go into vehicle manufacturing, assembly plants, and automotive service and repair centres. Others find roles in transport and fleet management, spare-parts distribution, or as technical officers in government agencies. The mechanical engineering foundation also allows movement into broader fields such as industrial maintenance or technical sales.