BSc (Information Technology)
University of Cape Coast · College of Education Studies
Will you get in?
You will need better than the minimum pass grades for this level. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at University of Cape Coast you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThe BSc (Information Technology) at the University of Cape Coast is a degree in computing and information technology, offered through the College of Education Studies. This page explains what the programme typically covers, how competitive a place is, and where graduates go afterwards.
What studying IT actually means
Programmes of this kind usually combine programming, databases, networking, web development, and systems analysis. You learn how to design, build, and manage the technology that organisations rely on, and you develop skills in logical thinking, problem-solving, and working in teams. The emphasis is on applying technology to real-world situations, not just theory.
How hard it is to get a place
Entry to this programme is competitive, meaning you will need solid WASSCE results to be considered. It is worth knowing that similar programmes at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and the University of Ghana are highly competitive, so this programme at Cape Coast may be a slightly more accessible option while still leading to the same field. We do not publish cut-off aggregates here, so check your grades against the official requirements.
What IT graduates go on to do
Most graduates go into roles that involve developing and supporting software, networks, and information systems. Typical employers include banks, telecoms companies, government agencies, and tech firms. You might start as a programmer, network technician, or IT support analyst, and move into systems analysis, project management, or cybersecurity as you gain experience.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
University of Cape Coast publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
BSc (Information Technology) at other institutions
The same programme elsewhere in Ghana, ordered from most to least competitive.
Where graduates work
- Software developer
- Network administrator
- Database administrator
- IT consultant
- Systems analyst
- Cybersecurity analyst