BSc Telecommunications Engineering

Telecommunications engineering is the branch of engineering that focuses on the design and maintenance of systems that carry voice, data and video over distances. This degree at Ghana Communication Technology University gives you a foundation in the technology that keeps Ghana connected. If you are considering a practical engineering career with solid job prospects, this is a field worth exploring.

What telecommunications engineering covers

Programmes of this kind typically cover the core principles of electronic communication, including signal transmission, network architecture, wireless technologies and data networking. Students develop skills in mathematics, electronics and systems thinking, learning to debug and improve the infrastructure that underpins modern life. Much of the work is practical, so you can expect to gain hands-on experience with the tools used in industry.

How hard it is to get a place

Entry to this programme is less competitive than to many other engineering degrees, meaning that you are not competing against as many high-scoring applicants. The Faculty of Engineering accepts students from Business, General Science and Technical Studies backgrounds, so even if your SHS combination is not the typical science track, you can still be considered. As always, you should check whether your WASSCE grades meet the general admission requirements.

What you can do after you graduate

Most graduates with a telecommunications engineering degree go into roles such as network engineer, radio frequency engineer, transmission engineer or telecoms project manager. In Ghana, the expanding mobile and internet sector creates steady demand for engineers who can plan, build and maintain communication networks. You could work for a telecom operator, an internet service provider, a government agency or as an independent consultant.