Diploma in Education
Kumasi Technical University · Faculty of Applied Sciences
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 Kumasi Technical University you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThe Diploma in Education at Kumasi Technical University is designed for those who want to teach at the basic school level. It offers practical training in teaching methods and educational theory, and entry is less competitive than many other programmes.
What studying education involves
Programmes of this kind usually cover child development, educational psychology, teaching methods, and classroom management. You will learn how to plan lessons, assess pupils' progress, and handle the day-to-day realities of a classroom. Practical teaching practice is often a key component.
How hard it is to get a place
This programme is less competitive than many others. If you meet the basic requirements for a diploma course, you have a good chance of securing a place. As with all programmes, you should check the specific entry requirements with the university.
What you can do after graduation
Most graduates go into teaching roles at primary and junior high schools. Others find work as education assistants, school administrators, or in training departments of organisations. A diploma in education can also lead to further study, such as a degree in education.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
Kumasi Technical University publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
Diploma in Education at other institutions
The same programme elsewhere in Ghana, ordered from most to least competitive.
Where graduates work
- Teacher
- Teaching assistant
- Education administrator
- Training officer