BSc Information Technology

KAAF University College · Faculty of Engineering & Computer Science

Degree Computing & Information Technology Less competitive

Will you get in?

Meet the minimum pass grades for this level and you will be considered. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at KAAF University College you qualify for.

Check if you qualify

The BSc Information Technology at KAAF University College is a computing degree designed to prepare you for the practical side of information systems. It sits within the Faculty of Engineering & Computer Science, and entry is less competitive than at Ghana's older public universities. This page explains what the programme typically covers, how hard it is to get a place, and where the qualification can lead.

What studying information technology involves

Information technology programmes of this kind focus on the application of computing to real-world problems. You can expect to learn how computer systems work, how to manage data, how to build and maintain networks, and how to develop software that meets users' needs. The emphasis is usually on practical skills such as programming, database design, system administration, and cybersecurity, alongside the theory that underpins them. Most programmes also develop project management and communication skills, because IT professionals rarely work alone.

How competitive entry is at KAAF

Entry to this degree at KAAF is less competitive than the same programme at University of Ghana or University of Cape Coast. It is about on a par with Academic City University College, Akenten Appiah-Menka University, and Catholic University of Ghana. That means it is within reach for many SHS leavers. To know whether your grades qualify, check the published entry requirements for the school.

What Information Technology graduates do

Graduates of IT programmes typically move into roles that keep organisations' technology running and solve problems with data and software. Some work as systems administrators or network engineers, making sure servers and connectivity are reliable. Others become software developers, database administrators, or cybersecurity analysts. The degree also provides a route into IT consulting, project management, and technical support. Because these skills are needed across banking, telecoms, healthcare, education, and government, the job market is broad.