Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development

Entry routes

Applicants are admitted as Direct, Mature or Post-Diploma candidates to full-time, weekend, evening and sandwich programmes. Direct applicants are selected on the strength of their WASSCE/SSSCE and usually do not write the University's entrance examination unless the programme requires it. Final-year SHS/TVET students yet to write WASSCE/CTVET may apply as awaiting results.

Degree programmes: Direct applicants

• WASSCE: at least six credit passes (A1-C6), including three core subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies) and three relevant electives, with a total aggregate of 36 or better.
• SSSCE: six credit passes (A-D) in three core subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies) and three relevant electives, aggregate of 24 or better.
• School Certificate/GCE: five GCE O-Level credits including English Language and Mathematics, plus two A-Level passes (other than General Paper) in relevant subjects.
• CTVET: credits in six subjects (three core including English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies, and three relevant electives) with aggregate 36 or better.
• NABPTEX: passes in the three core subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science) and at least three elective passes from the Technical Exams Unit of the Ghana Education Service.

Post-Diploma and Diploma in Basic Education

Applicants hold a Higher National Diploma or equivalent tertiary diploma, usually seeking a degree in their previous area of study. Diploma in Basic Education holders attach both their SSSCE/WASSCE and diploma certificates. Holders of a first degree in Basic Education (Mathematics option) or a related degree may be considered for Level 200 or 300 of the BSc Mathematics Education programme.

Mature applicants

Applicants must be at least 25 years old by 1 September of the year of application, have at least five years' working experience in the relevant discipline, hold a minimum of grade E (SSSCE) or E8 (WASSCE) in six subjects (three core including English Language and Mathematics, and three relevant electives), show proof of age (birth certificate, passport, driver's licence, voter ID or Ghana Card, issued at least five years earlier) and pass the University's entrance examination, made up of a Subject Area Test (SAT) and a General Aptitude Test (GAT).

Two-year diploma programmes

A Distinction or Credit in an accredited certificate programme, or three SHS/GCE credit passes in relevant electives and at least D7 in English Language, Mathematics and Social Studies or Integrated Science. TVET applicants need credits in five subjects: three core including English Language and Mathematics, and two relevant electives.

Postgraduate entry

• MPhil: a BSc, BEd, BA, BTech or equivalent degree with at least Second Class (Lower Division) in the relevant area, a total of 36 credit hours, two satisfactory academic references and a pass in the University's competitive examination or interview. Holders of an MTech, MA, MSc, MEd or MBA may be admitted to the second year for the synopsis and thesis.
• MA/MEd/MTech/MSc: the same degree class, 36 credit hours, two references and a competitive examination or interview.
• MBA: a good first degree, preferably Second Class Lower or a GPA of at least 2.0, in a relevant field; third class may be considered with work experience or other qualifications; examination or interview and two references.
• PGDE: a first degree or higher from a recognised university in any field. Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education: a first degree from a recognised university.
• PhD: a relevant master's degree (preferably a research degree) from an accredited university and an interview.

How to apply (2026/2027)

Buy an application voucher at Ghana Post, partner banks (including GCB, Zenith, Ecobank, GT Bank, Fidelity, Consolidated Bank Ghana, Agricultural Development Bank, UBA, Prudential, Kwamanman Rural Bank, Nsutaman Rural Bank) or the University revenue offices at Kumasi and Mampong, then log in to the online application portal with the voucher serial number and PIN, complete the form and submit. Applicants need a valid email, a mobile number, scanned certified certificates and transcripts in PDF, and a JPEG passport photo of 450 x 450 pixels on a plain light background.

Application fees: Direct GHGH¢230, Post-Diploma GHGH¢230, Graduate/Postgraduate GHGH¢288, Mature GHGH¢345. International applicants request forms via [email protected] or WhatsApp +233244972835.

Closing dates for 2026/2027: Mature applications 20 August 2026; Direct, Post-Diploma and Postgraduate applications 30 August 2026; Sandwich applications 30 July 2026.

• Kumasi (main campus): off the Kumasi-Sunyani Highway in Kumasi, about 280 km north-west of Accra. Houses the Faculties of Technical Education, Engineering and Technology, Vocational Education, Applied Sciences and Mathematics Education, Education and Communication Sciences and Business Education (six faculties, sixteen departments), the School of Graduate Studies and the IEDEI. Departments include Construction Technology and Management Education, Wood Science and Technology Education, Architecture and Civil Engineering, Automotive and Mechanical Technology Education, Electrical and Electronics Technology Education, Catering and Hospitality Education, Fashion and Textiles Design Education, Information Technology Education, Mathematics Education, Accounting Studies, Management Studies, Languages Education and Interdisciplinary Studies.
• Asante-Mampong: 63 km from the main campus, in Asante-Mampong, seat of the Silver Stool of the Asante Kingdom. Four faculties and eleven departments: Agriculture Education (Crop and Soil Science, Animal Science, Agricultural Economics and Extension, Agricultural Engineering and Mechanisation), Science Education (Integrated Science, Biological Science, Chemistry), Environment and Health Education (Environmental Health and Sanitation, Public Health) and Education and General Studies (Educational Leadership, Educational Studies).

The University library offers online databases, e-books, a library catalogue, off-campus access and research tutorials. Sandwich and weekend sessions serve working students. Revenue (cash) offices operate on both campuses.