Takoradi Technical University admits 7,244 junior members of faculty

• Posted on February 27, 2024February 27, 2024
• by Nana Kwesi Coomson
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Out of the 9, 436 students admitted for the 2023–2024 academic year, about 7, 244 students have reported to Takoradi Technical University (TTU) to pursue various programmes.

In the year under review, the institution received 10,061 applications for its Master’s, Bachelor’s, HND, Diploma, and Certificate programmes.

The following is a breakdown of the figures: Applied Arts and Technology, 980; Engineering, 2,327; Business and Management Studies, 1,538; Applied Science, 1,864; and Built and Natural Environment, 524 are the students in the Centre for Languages and Liberal Studies, which has 11 students.

During the matriculation ceremony, the Vice Chancellor of the university, Reverend Professor John Frank Eshun, stated that 21% of students were admitted to other programmes and 79% of students were admitted to TVET.

The admission also saw male students representing 68 per cent and 32 per cent women, indicating that the University was operating within its TVET mandate.

He told the new Junior Members that the university was a community of dedicated individuals passionate about education, innovation and societal development.

Professor Eshun said: “We take pride in our commitment to excellence and strive to create an environment that fosters academic consistency, critical thinking, creativity and innovation…our faculty members are renowned experts in their respective fields, and they will mentor and guide you throughout the academic journey”

The Vice Chancellor reminded them of the Oath taken earlier which required them to obey and respect authorities in compliance with the policies and procedures of the University.

On infrastructure, he said the university had good facilities for teaching and learning, “We have good facilities such as the E-Library, general library, workshops, and laboratories I entreat you to make good use of these resources available to make your stay at the University meaningful.”

He warned the students against any unruly behaviour that could disrupt their academic dreams and encouraged them to live in all modesty.

“Note that examination malpractices is not tolerated by the University, occultism, alcohol abuse, drugs, promiscuity among others,” the don said.

Professor Eshun also told the new entrants to avoid the beaches, and be careful in and around the twin city, “heighten your security consciousness, by taking great care of your safety as the university also does its best to make your stay a memorable one.”

Dr. Victor Fannam Nunfam, who took the matriculants through some orientation admonished them to help the University in electricity use and management.

The university spent 3,7 million on electricity bills in 2023, placing a huge financial burden on the daily operations of other sectors of the school.

Dr. Nunfam introduced the new junior members of the faculty to relationship dos and don’ts, and innovation centres for ideas. incubation and counselling services to take advantage of for continuous personal development.

-GNA