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William Oblitey

Professor Emeritus/Program Director

Email: [email protected]

Interests: Security, Network and Applications, Formal Methods

PhD Entry Requirements for Admission

Applicants for the PhD in Computer Science are expected to have met the following prerequisites:

• MPhil (in CS or closely related field, with or without work experience, [Duration: 3-4 years])
• MSc (in CS or closely related field (Comp Eng. & EE with or without work experience, [Duration: 4-5 years])
• Candidates must demonstrate that they have a solid background to conduct independent academic research in Computer Science.

Mode of Application

A complete application packet must include:

• A completed Valley View University graduate application form;
• Official transcripts of the applicant’s previous academic record at the university level
• A full curriculum vitae
• Three letters of recommendation commenting on the applicant’s ability to do the programme
• Research Proposal [MANDATORY] – Candidate shall make a presentation to the selection panel during the interview process

Cost of Programme Local Students: USD2000.00 Per Semester (Payment of fees is in Ghana Cedi Equivalent)

Cost of Programme   Foreign Students : USD5000.00 Per Semester (Payment of fees is in Ghana Cedi Equivalent)

SPECIALIZATION TRACKS

The PhD CS curriculum offers three areas of specialization tracks for students to choose from. Each track has four courses (12 credit hours) to offer in-depth understanding of an integrated body of knowledge area in which the student seeks to develop a thesis.

 The three areas of specialization tracks are:

• Network and Security Systems [COSC 720, COSC 721, COSC 722, COSC 723]
• Software Engineering and Embedded Systems [COSC 730, COSC 731, COSC 732, COSC 733]
• Artificial Intelligence and Robotics [ COSC 740, COSC 741, COSC 742, COSC 743]

MPhil/MSc Entry Requirements for Admission

Applicants for the Masters in Computer Science are expected to have met the following prerequisites:

• The minimum requirement for admission shall be the possession of a relevant Baccalaureate Degree (BSc. CS, BSc CE, BSc. IT) (First class and Second Class only)

Programme Duration: 2-3 years (on the average) for full time students and 4-5 years for part-time students.

• Admission to university master’s program is made by competition. Candidates must be successful at an interview to be scheduled by the department. [Pre-selection: An examination-interview, will be conducted for each candidate to further ascertain their eligibility into the programmes. The Chair should give his/her agreement for each of the candidates prior to the examination. The competition is in the form of an examination-interview in front of a committee formed by at least two professors and the representative of the university usually from the Graduate School. Every student is admitted or rejected to the program after the examination in front of the committee and as would be determined by the interviewing committee.
• Master of Philosophy candidates must demonstrate that they have the relevant background and competencies to conduct independent academic research in Computer Science.

Cost of Programme [Local Students]: USD2000.00 Per Semester (Payment of fees is in Ghana Cedi Equivalent) 

Cost of Programme [Foreign Students]: USD5000.00 Per Semester

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Application fee: GHC 400.00 [local students]/ USD 150.00 [Foreign Nationals] 

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Account Number: 0362000060047

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Application Deadlines: Admission is still ongoing

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Valley View University P. O. Box DT 595 Adentan - Accra Ghana

Email Address: [email protected] / [email protected]  

Start of Programme: January/August each year

Selection/Interview: Qualified candidates will be invited for interview after the Selection Committee reviews your application dossier.

 Orientation: Two (2) weeks to the start of the programme

Mode: Regular only [Studies may be considered online during this COVID-19 pandemic]

Meet our dedicated committed hardworking faculty for the program

Dr. ing. nicolae goga.

Interests: Software Engineering, Networking, Formal Languages, Formal Methods, Software Testing Application Programs and Artificial Intelligence

Vasilățeanu Andrei

Associate Professor Email: [email protected] Interests: Programming Languages, Object Oriented Programming, Web Application Development, Software Development Methods, Software Design, Data Structures and Algorithms, Formal Languages

Nabil Bedewi

Associate Professor

Interests: Artificial Intelligence & Human Factors / Computer Science (Application Development and Computer Networks)

Donald J.G Chiarella

Interests: Security, Network and Applications Software Engineer

Sunday AnuOluwa Idowu

Interests: Software Engineering, Software Development and Maintenance, Web based Applications Development, Database Design and Development, Internet Technologies

Stephen Ofosu Agyei-Mensah

Interests: Computer Networking and Computer Information Science

Rick Halterman

Interests: Programming

Interests: Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering

Benjamin Ghansah, PhD

Senior Lecturer

Interests: Federated Search, Information Security, Information Systems, Information Retrieval

Edward Danso Ansong, PhD

Interests: Computer Security, Operating Systems

Dominic Damoah, PhD

Senior Lecturer/Dean (FoS)

Interests: Graph Databases, Molecular dynamics, Software Engineering

Kofi Sarpong Adu-Manu, PhD

Senior Lecturer/Head of Department (IT)

Interests: Wireless Sensor Networks, Cloud Computing, Programming, Computer Science Education

Prince Yaw Owusu Amoako

Interests: Machine Learning, Programming

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PhD Computer Science

The PhD Computer Science programme is a 4-year programme that offers applicants the opportunity to graduate with a PhD in Computer Science upon successful completion. The programme is offered at the Department of Computer Science under the Faculty of Computing and Information Systems (FoCIS).  

Aims of the Programme

The primary goal of the PhD Computer Science is to grow research computer scientists with the ability to generate new knowledge. Additionally, the programme is designed to advance the theoretical and practical understanding in computer science, professional development of experienced computer scientists and professionals in the computer arena by extending their computer knowledge and equipping them with broad research and process computer skills, enabling them to make a key leadership contribution to their chosen fields.

Objectives of the Programme

On successful completion of this Programme, graduates will be able to gain:

• Knowledge and understanding:
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of and the ability to use advanced computing methods and techniques
• Explore complex computing problems and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions
• Fashion out advanced computing-based solutions to meet a given set of computing requirements in the computer science.
• Demonstrate understanding of professional responsibilities and make informed assessments grounded on accepted legal and ethical standards.
• Acquire advanced knowledge of computer theories and computer systems
• Carry out scholarly research to apply concepts of Computing to contemporary issues and publish in peer-reviewed journals, conferences and books in the computing discipline (s)
• Analyse, select and develop complex solutions to meet standard computing requirements
• Apply advanced methodologies and techniques in solving problems in computer systems.
• Engage in critical peer review process of papers, software and proposals, and give positive advice for improvement and innovation.
• Values and attitudes:
• Embrace technical challenges as an opportunity for personal development
• Engage in continued learning, later in their career
• Exploit both traditional and novel technological approaches
• Assess alternative approaches and novel designs and implementations
• Acquire a technical goal and encourage and lead others in order to achieve it
• Exhibit a professional and ethical approach to computing in the global environment
• Admission Requirements

The minimum academic entry requirements for a PhD are:

A postgraduate degree in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD programme or equivalent international qualifications. Preferably 2-year MSc or MPhil in Computer science programme is required. The applicant or potential students with a 2-year MSC/MPhil. or equivalent international qualifications.

Applicants with inadequate courses in Computer science will be asked to take those deficient courses before being enrolled on the programme.

Foreign Applicants:

All foreign qualifications in relevant fields will be referred to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for determination of equivalences and eligibility for admission.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the PhD programme will acquire the necessary skills to be able to work in:

• Academic positions where they teach, research and lead the development of Computer Science and related programmes
• Private industry and the public sector which require high level computer scientists as the leaders in applied innovation.

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PhD in Information and Communications Technology   (in Collaboration with  Aalborg University , Denmark )

The PhD in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is designed to refine the level of knowledge of students on the mechanisms, economic and political structures affecting technology development in ICT. It also considers the impact of implementation and application of ICTs on the broader social developments. The programme provides a unique option for students wishing to pursue careers in the ICT industry, research departments of public and private organizations, and in major academic institutions.

Students will be required to take courses to cover the following areas:

• Mobile Applications and Services
• ICT regulation and markets
• ICT Design and organizations

Seminars/Conferences & Research Workshops  Workshops/Conferences and seminars will be based on the core study areas indicated above.

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Available PhD Programmes for 2022/23 Year

A. college of agriculture and natural resources.

DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE

• Doctor of Philosophy Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Doctor of Philosophy Reproductive Physiology
• Doctor of Philosophy Animal Nutrition
• Doctor of Philosophy Meat Science

DEPARTMENT OF CROP AND SOIL SCIENCES

• Doctor of Philosophy Agronomy
• Doctor of Philosophy Crop Physiology
• Doctor of Philosophy Forage Production and Management
• Doctor of Philosophy Nematology
• Doctor of Philosophy Plant Breeding
• Doctor of Philosophy Plant Entomology
• Doctor of Philosophy Plant Pathology
• Doctor of Philosophy Plant Virology
• Doctor of Philosophy Soil Science

DEPARTMENT OF HORTICULTURE

• Doctor of Philosophy Postharvest Technology
• Doctor of Philosophy Seed Science and Technology
• Doctor of Philosophy Fruit Crops Production
• Doctor of Philosophy Landscape Studies
• Doctor of Philosophy Vegetable Crops Production
• Doctor of Philosophy Horticulture

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS, AGRIBUSINESS AND EXTENSION

• Doctor of Philosophy Agribusiness Management
• Doctor of Philosophy Agricultural Economics
• Doctor of Philosophy Agricultural Extension and Development Communication

DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND RANGE MANAGEMENT

• Doctor of Philosophy Wildlife and Range Management

DEPARTMENT OF SILVICULTURE AND FOREST MANAGEMENT

• Doctor of Philosophy Silviculture and Forest Management

DEPARTMENT OF AGROFORESTRY

• Doctor of Philosophy Agroforestry

DEPARTMENT OF WOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY  MANAGEMENT

• Doctor of Philosophy Wood Science
• Doctor of Philosophy Wood Technology

DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES AND WATERSHED MANAGEMENT

• Doctor of Philosophy  Aquaculture
• Doctor of Philosophy Aquaculture and Environment
• Doctor of Philosophy Fisheries Management
• Doctor of Philosophy Watershed Management

B. COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

FACULTY OF LAW

• Doctor of Philosophy Law

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS

• Doctor of Philosophy Economics

DEPARTMENT OF MODERN LANGUAGES

• Doctor of Philosophy French

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH

• Doctor of Philosophy English

DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

• Doctor of Philosophy Geography and Rural Development

DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES

• Doctor of Philosophy Religious Studies

DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND POLITICAL STUDIES

• Doctor of Philosophy in Historical Studies

C. COLLEGE OF ART AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE

• Doctor of Philosophy Architecture

DEPARTMENT OF CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT

• Doctor of Philosophy Building Technology
• Doctor of Philosophy Construction Management

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING

• Doctor of Philosophy Development Studies
• Doctor of Philosophy Planning

DEPARTMENT OF LAND ECONOMY

• Doctor of Philosophy Land Management

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL INNOVATIONS IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

• Doctor of Philosophy Art Education
• Doctor of Philosophy African Art and Culture

DEPARTMENT OF PAINTING AND SCULPTURE

• Doctor of Philosophy Painting
• Doctor of Philosophy Sculpture
• Doctor of Philosophy Painting and Sculpture

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL ART

• Doctor of Philosophy Fashion Design Technology
• Doctor of Philosophy Textile Design Technology

D. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICS

• Doctor of Philosophy Pharmaceutics
• Doctor of Philosophy Pharmaceutical Microbiology

DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOGNOSY

• Doctor of Philosophy Pharmacognosy

DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY

• Doctor of Philosophy Pharmaceutical Chemistry

DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACY PRACTICE

• Doctor of Philosophy Clinical Pharmacy
• Doctor of Philosophy Social Pharmacy

DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY

• Doctor of Philosophy Pharmacology

DEPARTMENT OF MOLECULAR MEDICINE

• Doctor of Philosophy Chemical Pathology
• Doctor of Philosophy Molecular Medicine
• Doctor of Philosophy Immunology

DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY

• Doctor of Philosophy Clinical Microbiology

DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY AND CELL BIOLOGY

• Doctor of Philosophy Human Anatomy and Cell Biology Programme
• Doctor of Philosophy Human Anatomy and Forensic Science Programme           

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

• Doctor of Philosophy Public Health

E. COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY

• Doctor of Philosophy Human Nutrition and Dietetics
• Doctor of Philosophy Biochemistry
• Doctor of Philosophy Biotechnology
• Doctor of Philosophy Biodata Analytics and Computational Genomics

DEPARTMENT OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

• Doctor of Philosophy Food Science and Technology

DEPARTMENT OF THEORETICAL AND APPLIED BIOLOGY

• Doctor of Philosophy Parasitology
• Doctor of Philosophy Ecology
• Doctor of Philosophy Entomology
• Doctor of Philosophy Plant/Animal Physiology
• Doctor of Philosophy Microbiology
• Doctor of Philosophy Reproductive Biology
• Doctor of Philosophy Plant/Animal Systematics
• Doctor of Philosophy Molecular Biology
• Doctor of Philosophy Fish and Fisheries Science

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

• Doctor of Philosophy Chemistry
• Doctor of Philosophy Organic and Natural Products
• Doctor of Philosophy Analytical Chemistry
• Doctor of Philosophy Environmental Chemistry
• Doctor of Philosophy Physical Chemistry
• Doctor of Philosophy Inorganic Chemistry

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS

• Doctor of Philosophy Geophysics

DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS AND ACTUARIAL SCIENCE

• Doctor of Philosophy Mathematical Statistics
• Doctor of Philosophy Actuarial Science

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

• Doctor of Philosophy Pure Mathematics
• Doctor of Philosophy Applied Mathematics

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

• Doctor of Philosophy Information Technology
• Doctor of Philosophy Computer Science

DEPARTMENT OF OPTOMETRY AND VISUAL SCIENCE

• Doctor of Philosophy Vision Science

F. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Water Resources Engineering and Management.
• Doctor of Philosophy Water Supply and Treatment Technologies
• Doctor of Philosophy Environmental Sanitation and Waste Management
• Doctor of Philosophy Structural Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy Geotechnical Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy Highway and Transportation Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy Climate Change and Land Use

DEPARTMENT OF GEOMATIC ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Geomatic Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Electrical Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Telecommunications Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Computer Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Chemical Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF MATERIALS ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Materials Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Agricultural Machinery Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy Agricultural Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy Agro-Environmental Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy Bioengineering
• Doctor of Philosophy Food and Post-Harvest Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy Soil and Water Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

• Doctor of Philosophy Mechanical Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING

•   Doctor of Philosophy Geological Engineering

Department of Computer Science and Information Technology

For more than 25 years, computing courses have been provided for students from various departments by the computer centre. With the recent developments and trends in the information technology (IT), the University of Cape Coast established an academic department known as the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology. The primary focus of this department is teaching and research in computing.  Furthermore the need for trained computer scientists and information technologists is one of the challenges that face the rapidly growing Ghanaian economy.   

The worldwide shortage of qualified human resources in IT has been the main obstacles to the deployment, exploitation and development of ICT to accelerate socio-economic development. In Ghana there is an urgent need to meet this shortfall in computer science with graduate having the requisite skills. This programme is geared toward this major area of manpower requirement by preparing qualified SSS graduate for a career in IT. The programmes that the DCSIT runs are geared towards this major area of manpower requirement. In this regard, the department admits qualified SSS graduates and train them for a career in computing.

The Department offers three programs: BSc Computer Science, BSc Information Technology and a PhD in Computer Science and Application. These programs provide a comprehensive education in both theoretical and practical aspects of Computer Science (CS) and Information Technology (IT). There are a variety of exciting courses, including software engineering, artificial intelligence, internet systems and technology, computer security, algorithms, data structures, programming languages, operating systems hardware development, databases, networks design, business management and practices, as well cryptography, Data mining, Optimization as some of our doctoral studies in computing-related fields.

Dr. Abdul-Lateef Yussif

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Currently, GCTU is in collaboration with a number of universities in and out of the country/continent. Specific to our doctoral programs, the collaborations are with Aalborg University in Denmark, M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences in India.

The distinguishing feature of our collaboration is that it provides top-quality postgraduate, e-Learning, and executive development programs that combine academic rigor with practical managerial relevance. In addition to these, our students get the opportunity of up-to-date higher management education and training a new generation of forward-thinking leaders whether they wish to embark upon an academic career or assume positions of responsibility at the middle and upper management levels in private business enterprises or public-sector organizations require

M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (4years)

The programme is research-based hence after the first one-week coursework, students liaise with the supervisors in writing their theses. Periodically students go through Progress Reviews (PRP) at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), Accra Campus, and /or through Skype/Teleconferencing.

Application forms are available at https://site.gctu.edu.gh/downloads . other related information is also available at  https://gs.gctu.edu.gh . Kindly note that application fees in Draft to Ghana Technology University College is required for each application.

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The Computer Science Department was established in 2004 with an initial enrolment of 45 students. The department has gradually developed over the years since its establishment with regard to infrastructure and facilities, caliber of lecturers, among others. The development of the department has for these years turn-out many competent graduates in collaboration with industry in the area of Computer Science, Computer Networking Management, Information and Communications Technology and as well as Information Systems at both the HND and BSc levels for both industry and academia. Our tracer study outcomes reveal these products are excelling greatly in their respective fields of endeavors. Also, the Computer Science Department in addition to its core mandate of providing teaching and learning, conducting and publishing of research findings, and supervising students’ research as well, services other departments within and without the Faculty of Applied Science and Technology in the handling of various courses especially in the area of computer literacy and IT related courses.

The mission of the department is to provide students with excellent academic and professional training in Computer Science, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity with the view of meeting the skilled manpower needs for development and efficient management of organizations.

The department aspires to be a center of excellence to produce, for both private and public sector organizations, high caliber middle level manpower who have sound practical and technical skills in the areas of Computer programming and related discipline to meet the challenges of Information and Communication Technology related organizations in Ghana and beyond.

EXISTING PROGRAMMES AND STRUCTURE

The department currently has five running: Two (2) are Higher National Diploma (HND) and include:

• HND Computer Science
• HND Computer Network Management

The remaining three (3) are Bachelor of Science (BSc) run in collaboration with Valley View University and include:

• BSc Computer Science
• BSc Information Technology
• BSc Business Information Systems

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With 16 new doctorate degrees, Accra Institute of Technology shows the way to produce PhDs in Ghana

Birthed in 2009, started walking fully in the latter part of 2010 at a one block building surrounded by beautifully designed containers at the premises of the Civil Service Training Center and Government Secretarial School at Cantonments, the Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) has defied all odds and become a leader in producing PhDs in Ghana, one of Africa’s major centres of learning.

Once described by a Nigerian journalist as a “potter cabin university” with the registrar’s office labeled as a “two by four cubicle”, the AIT success story provides a model on Africa’s pathway to knowledge and skill development in a more globalised economy. And it is worthy of emulation.

Captained by Professor Clement Dzidonu, a world renowned Computer Scientist, backboned by eminent academics in the Board of Trustees (BoT) including Prof Edward Ayensu (Formerly of World Bank Inspection Panel) as Chairman, Prof. Ivan Addae Mensah (Former Vice Chancellor, University of Ghana) as Vice Chairman, Prof. Jophus Anamuah Mensah (Former Vice Chancellor of University of Education, Winneba), and Prof. Samuel Adjepong (Former Vice Chancellor, University of Cape Coast), the AIT has been built on a solid rock of knowledge champions. In this league are also Prof. William Otoo Ellis (Former Vice Chancellor, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology), Very Rev. Ama Afo Blay (Former Director General of Ghana Education Service), Dr. Grace Bediako (Former Government Statistician) and Mr. K.S. Yamoah (Former Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange).

All of these academic have helped AIT to lead the way in terms of production of quality PhDs in the country, and the rest of the continent to set the pace in knowledge engineering.

Through its partnership with Open University of Malaysia, the Accra Institute of Technology has produced Eighty-One (81) PhDs since 2016. This translates into an average of Fourteen (14) PhDs per year.

This is unprecedented and a great achievement for a young private university like AIT. Considering the fact that the PhD per capita of Ghana is alarmingly low, the contributions of AIT in bridging this gap cannot be underrated. More importantly, the partnership has fostered the new direction of knowledge-sharing across continents to close the gap deep learning and development.

Did this Come Easy? Not at all! To offer, run and graduate students on an internationally benchmarked Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programs in Ghana is by all standards a herculean task. As a non-religiously denominated or related private university which is school fees driven with no support from government nor any other organisations, running PhDs can be very expensive.

After paying supervisors, external examiners and reviewers, PhD Research Committee members, internal and external moderators, etc, the university retains virtually nothing and makes no profit. This explains why most of the private universities shy away from this daring venture since it is not financially worthwhile.

Additionally, getting supervisors and external examiners to mentor these PhD students is another huge task. Running PhDs in special areas like Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering and Education come with so many difficulties in attracting supervisors and external examiners who dully qualify to mentor the students.

However, AIT has surmounted this hurdle with collaborations with several internationally recognized universities with competent Professors who have been working hard to produce these PhDs.

Speaking at the 18th graduation of AIT, held on 17th December, 2022 at the ultramodern Knowledge City Campus in Kokomlemle, where AIT graduated Sixteen (16) PhDs at a goal, the President of AIT could not hide his joy especially having led his team to make this huge contribution to academia in the country.

He stated: “Mr. Chairman, I will need to pause here to comment on the historic nature of the 18th Congregation of this young and dynamic University. Today we are making yet another history in this country’s annals of private university education. Mr. Chairman, it is my great honor and privilege to announce that we are today graduating for the 10th time, PhDs who studied at this university.

This major achievement of a university barely ten years old makes AIT the first private university in Ghana to successfully offer and graduate students on an internationally benchmarked PhD program. This is no small achievement if put within the context of the fact that the PhD per capita of Ghana is extremely low. Mr. Chairman, we can claim that we have become one of the leading postgraduate research institutions on the continent. I want to take this opportunity to assure you that we are confident that we will again be graduating more PhDs next year.”

He added: “The Quality? The quality of the PhDs produced by AIT is not in contention. As highlighted by the President in his speech ‘Mr. Chairman, I am delighted to inform you that, at AIT, we are mindful of the need to provide high-standard tertiary education and training not only aimed at producing qualified and highly skilled people to drive the nation’s development in the information age but also to produce job creators, with the requisite entrepreneurial skills and expertise to set up and run their corporations in various fields.

Also, as a research university, our focus on cutting-edge research work through our postgraduate programs and research initiatives is geared towards supporting the nation’s science, technology, and innovation (STI) drive towards developing a modern knowledge-based and wealth-generating economy in the information and technological age.”

AIT’s milestones underscored why it was ranked the best private university in Ghana in 2018 and 2019 and was also awarded the Best Technology University in Ghana for the fourth year running by Ghana Tertiary Awards.

Quality of the PhDs produced by AIT is shown in the progress of their graduates. Currently, AIT has Pro Vice Chancellors in public universities who became Professors in less than three years after completion. 60% of the graduates have become Senior Lecturers, Associate Professors and Full Professors few years after graduation.

The strict requirements by AIT for students to publish minimum of five papers in a reputable and ranked journal sets the foundation for this growth. The PhD Candidature system where students are mentored by the PhD Research Committee for one year instead of just one supervisor through series of presentations and the strict requirement to write minimum three chapters of your thesis within that period also contributes heavily to the success of these students.

If anyone thought AIT is resting on its laurels, then such people must rewrite their notes. At the 18th graduation ceremony, thirty-five (35) students graduated to become PhD Candidates after completing the first three chapters of their thesis in the first year. They should be completing their PhDs in two years. This is coupled with a number of students who are going through their Post Viva corrections and the twenty (20) students who are preparing to submit their thesis for examination. Two years from now, it is estimated that AIT will graduate not less than forty (40) additional PhDs.

The Chairman of the AIT Board of Trustees, Prof Edward Ayensu summed it all up in his speech at the 18th graduation: “So far, we are proud to report that our efforts in all directions are proceeding according to plan. We can assure this Congregation, and all stakeholders, that we shall not relent in our efforts to ensure the full fulfillment of that vision.”

Conspicuously, the Accra Institute of Technology is showing the way and will fill the PhD gap in the country and across Africa in no time.

My final message to students all of Africa, start your journey with AIT from Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Education and Health and Safety.

Indeed! Your journey to the top starts at Accra Institute of Technology as it lives to its payoff as the University of the Future beginning today. Yes! In AIT, Africa has a chance to leapfrog; the milestones achieved by AIT in so short a while proved that point.

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With 16 PhDs, Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) shows the way to produce doctorate degrees in Ghana

Birthed in 2009, started walking fully in the latter part of 2010 at a one block building surrounded by beautifully designed containers at the premises of the Civil Service Training Center and Government Secretarial School at Cantonments, the Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) has defied all odds and become a leader in producing PhDs in Ghana, one of Africa’s major centres of learning.

Once described by a Nigerian journalist as a “potter cabin university” with the registrar’s office labeled as a “two by four cubicle”, the AIT success story provides a model on Africa’s pathway to knowledge and skill development in a more globalised economy. And it is worthy of emulation.

Captained by Professor Clement Dzidonu, a world renowned Computer Scientist, backboned by eminent academics in the Board of Trustees (BoT) including Prof Edward Ayensu (Formerly of World Bank Inspection Panel) as Chairman, Prof. Ivan Addae Mensah (Former Vice Chancellor, University of Ghana) as Vice Chairman, Prof. Jophus Anamuah Mensah (Former Vice Chancellor of University of Education, Winneba), and Prof. Samuel Adjepong (Former Vice Chancellor, University of Cape Coast), the AIT has been built on a solid rock of knowledge champions.

In this league are also Prof. William Otoo Ellis (Former Vice Chancellor, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology), Very Rev. Ama Afo Blay (Former Director General of Ghana Education Service), Dr. Grace Bediako (Former Government Statistician) and Mr. K.S. Yamoah (Former Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange). All of these academic have helped AIT to lead the way in terms of production of quality PhDs in the country, and the rest of the continent to set the pace in knowledge engineering.

Through its partnership with Open University of Malaysia, the Accra Institute of Technology has produced Eighty-One (81) PhDs since 2016. This translates into an average of Fourteen (14) PhDs per year. This is unprecedented and a great achievement for a young private university like AIT. Considering the fact that the PhD per capita of Ghana is alarmingly low, the contributions of AIT in bridging this gap cannot be underrated. More importantly, the partnership has fostered the new direction of knowledge-sharing across continents to close the gap deep learning and development.

Did this Come Easy? Not at all! To offer, run and graduate students on an internationally benchmarked Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programs in Ghana is by all standards a herculean task. As a non-religiously denominated or related private university which is school fees driven with no support from government nor any other organisations, running PhDs can be very expensive. After paying supervisors, external examiners and reviewers, PhD Research Committee members, internal and external moderators, etc, the university retains virtually nothing and makes no profit. This explains why most of the private universities shy away from this daring venture since it is not financially worthwhile.

Additionally, getting supervisors and external examiners to mentor these PhD students is another huge task. Running PhDs in special areas like Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering and Education come with so many difficulties in attracting supervisors and external examiners who dully qualify to mentor the students.

However, AIT has surmounted this hurdle with collaborations with several internationally recognized universities with competent Professors who have been working hard to produce these PhDs.

Speaking at the 18 th graduation of AIT, held on 17 th December, 2022 at the ultramodern Knowledge City Campus in Kokomlemle, where AIT graduated Sixteen (16) PhDs at a goal, the President of AIT could not hide his joy especially having led his team to make this huge contribution to academia in the country.

He stated: “Mr. Chairman, I will need to pause here to comment on the historic nature of the 18th Congregation of this young and dynamic University. Today we are making yet another history in this country’s annals of private university education. Mr. Chairman, it is my great honor and privilege to announce that we are today graduating for the 10th time, PhDs who studied at this university. This major achievement of a university barely ten years old makes AIT the first private university in Ghana to successfully offer and graduate students on an internationally benchmarked PhD program. This is no small achievement if put within the context of the fact that the PhD per capita of Ghana is extremely low. Mr. Chairman, we can claim that we have become one of the leading postgraduate research institutions on the continent. I want to take this opportunity to assure you that we are confident that we will again be graduating more PhDs next year.”

He added: “The Quality? The quality of the PhDs produced by AIT is not in contention. As highlighted by the President in his speech ‘Mr. Chairman, I am delighted to inform you that, at AIT, we are mindful of the need to provide high-standard tertiary education and training not only aimed at producing qualified and highly skilled people to drive the nation’s development in the information age but also to produce job creators, with the requisite entrepreneurial skills and expertise to set up and run their corporations in various fields. Also, as a research university, our focus on cutting-edge research work through our postgraduate programs and research initiatives is geared towards supporting the nation’s science, technology, and innovation (STI) drive towards developing a modern knowledge-based and wealth-generating economy in the information and technological age.”

AIT’s milestones underscored why it was ranked the best private university in Ghana in 2018 and 2019 and was also awarded the Best Technology University in Ghana for the fourth year running by Ghana Tertiary Awards.

Quality of the PhDs produced by AIT is shown in the progress of their graduates. Currently, AIT has Pro Vice Chancellors in public universities who became Professors in less than three years after completion. 60% of the graduates have become Senior Lecturers, Associate Professors and Full Professors few years after graduation. The strict requirements by AIT for students to publish minimum of five papers in a reputable and ranked journal sets the foundation for this growth. The PhD Candidature system where students are mentored by the PhD Research Committee for one year instead of just one supervisor through series of presentations and the strict requirement to write minimum three chapters of your thesis within that period also contributes heavily to the success of these students.

If anyone thought AIT is resting on its laurels, then such people must rewrite their notes. At the 18 th graduation ceremony, thirty-five (35) students graduated to become PhD Candidates after completing the first three chapters of their thesis in the first year. They should be completing their PhDs in two years. This is coupled with a number of students who are going through their Post Viva corrections and the twenty (20) students who are preparing to submit their thesis for examination. Two years from now, it is estimated that AIT will graduate not less than forty (40) additional PhDs.

The Chairman of the AIT Board of Trustees, Prof Edward Ayensu summed it all up in his speech at the 18 th graduation: “So far, we are proud to report that our efforts in all directions are proceeding according to plan. We can assure this Congregation, and all stakeholders, that we shall not relent in our efforts to ensure the full fulfillment of that vision”

Conspicuously, the Accra Institute of Technology is showing the way and will fill the PhD gap in the country and across Africa in no time.

My final message to students all of Africa, start your journey with AIT from Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Education and Health and Safety.

Indeed! Your journey to the top starts at Accra Institute of Technology as it lives to its payoff as the University of the Future beginning today. Yes! In AIT, Africa has a chance to leapfrog; the milestones achieved by AIT in so short a while proved that point.

By Dominic Osei-Boakye

Dominic Osei-Boakye is Registrar at AIT

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The M.Phil programme has two pathways – the two (2) years Full-Time (regular) and the three years Part-Time (sandwich) options. The timeline for the full time (regular) format will be consistent with the academic timetable of the University (usually runs from (August to June). For Part-Time students, the first year will consist of two long vacations (June – August). Each long vacation period will be equivalent to one semester.

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The Ph.D programme is a four (4)-year full-time or six years’ part-time programme to be conducted in similar formats as the MPhil full time (regular) and part-time (sandwich)]. In the first academic year, candidates will undertake same taught courses to enable them identify areas of research interest in MI to conduct their research. The timeline for the full time (regular) format will be consistent with the academic timetable of the university (usually runs from August to June). For Part-Time students, the first year will consist of two long vacations (June – August). Each long vacation period will be equivalent to one semester.

• Applicants must hold an M.Phil or MSc. in Medical Imaging, Therapy Radiography, Nuclear Medicine or related MI area from a recognised University.

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The Ph.D programme is a four (4)-year full-time or six years’ part-time programme to be conducted in similar formats as the M.Phil full time (regular) and part-time (sandwich). In the first academic year, candidates will undertake taught courses to enable them identify areas of research interest to conduct their research. The timeline for the full time (regular) format will be consistent with the academic timetable of the university. For Part-Time students, the first year will consist of two long vacations. Each long vacation period will be equivalent to one semester.

• Applicants must hold an MSc or M.Phil in Biology, Biomedical Sciences and Allied Health Sciences.

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• A good first degree (with a minimum of second-class lower division) in relevant health and health related field.

• Applicants with three (3) years relevant working experience are preferred.

• All candidates should have a background or interest in Public Health.

• Applicants will be required to submit their Curriculum Vitae, pass an entrance examination and/or an interview, and required to submit a 500-word concept note on their chosen research area of interest.

• Ghanaian and foreign applicants are eligible to apply.

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• Applicants are required to submit their Curriculum Vitae, pass an entrance interview.

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• Applicants are required to visit the university website to identify and make preliminary contacts with prospective thesis supervisors.

• Applicants who meet the minimum requirements upon submission of relevant documents, will be invited to undergo a rigorous academic interview.

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Tim Huang’s “The Time Traveling Project” Presented at Governor’s Residence

Technology has the capability to transform the way people produce and consume art, and at SCI, Assistant Professor Tim Huang is making that happen with a Pittsburgh connection.

On March 19, Huang and fellow researcher Pat Healy, a PhD student studying information science, presented their work on The Time Traveling Project in Harrisburg at Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s residence.

“Being invited to present at the Governor's Residence was an incredible honor and a significant milestone in my career,” said Huang. “This opportunity showed that my work is starting to bring attention to the needs and stories of marginalized communities. The experience validated the importance of bridging the gap between technology and historical preservation while emphasizing community engagement. It reinforced the significance of inclusivity in technology research and the transformative impact immersive technologies can have on underserved communities.”

Healy also remarked on the opportunity to present at the Governor’s Residence.

“More people need to see these photos, they need to see what the Hill District was like in its golden era, see the stunning portrait of the Black working class in the bulk of his photos that we don't really see represented in any other media,” said Healy.

Huang, a faculty member in SCI’s Department of Information Culture and Data Stewardship (ICDS), developed an immersive artistic experience using virtual reality (VR), resulting in The Time Traveling Project. Using the photography of famed Black photographer and Pittsburgh native Teenie Harris and a VR headset, people can engage with Harris’ photos and historic Pittsburgh in an exciting new way.

The attendees at this reception, including Governor Shapiro, responded positively to Huang’s presentation.

“Several attendees, including leadership from the Carnegie Museum of Art, were enthusiastic about the potential of using VR for education and community engagement,” said Huang. “The positive reception underscored the importance of ICDS’s mission to positively impact local communities through information and technology, with a focus on meeting community needs through collaboration with residents.”

In addition to showcasing how The Time Traveling Project bridges the gap between historical preservation and modern technology, Huang noted how sharing this research aligned with his greater research goals.

“[This event] provid[ed] an opportunity to highlight the broader impact of immersive technology in historical preservation and community engagement,” said Huang. “The presentation provided an excellent platform to connect with a wider audience and to encourage more people to get involved. It opened new doors for collaboration, as several attendees expressed interest in supporting or partnering with the project.”

Though The Time Traveling Project looks to the past, Huang is excited about the future of this research and the potential for its impact.

“This experience has motivated me to continue exploring innovative ways to bring these technologies to a wider audience and further enrich the storytelling of marginalized communities,” said Huang. “It has also highlighted the visibility of the work ICDS and SCI have been focusing on, inspiring me to continue contributing to its mission to positively impact local communities using information and technology, while ensuring that projects like this address community needs together with local residents.”

Other next steps for Huang include working to expand community partnerships and refine the VR experiences to not only explore the past but envision future spaces.

“In April, I had discussions with Dr. Mindy Fullilove that helped shape my approach to community healing, further refining the concept of using VR storytelling as a tool to help communities impacted by displacement heal and envision a path toward restoration,” noted Huang. “The momentum from this event will be instrumental in reaching broader audiences and securing further funding for the project's expansion.”

Learn more about the Time Traveling Project here .

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3 high-paying associate degrees that pay $100,000+ in 2024.

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Both employers and professionals around the world are waking up to the realization that you do not ... [+] need a four-year degree to get ahead in your career or learn new skills

Between 2020 and 2021 (the year immediately after the start of the pandemic), post-secondary institutions conferred over one million associate degrees, according to data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

Associate degrees are popular, and may increase in popularity as more employers favor skills-based hiring, and aspiring professionals lean towards opting out of expensive four-year degrees. Both employers and professionals around the world are recognizing that there is more to acquiring new skills and being "job-ready" than undertaking the traditional college route.

Providers offering certificate programs, short courses, and associate degrees are already realizing an uptick in enrolments, with the online course market alone being worth $185.20bn, with an annual growth rate of 8.6% since 2023.

While prestige and high-paying jobs are typically associated with bachelor's degree holders and post-graduates, the reality is that there are many high-paying jobs and fulfilling careers that you can get with an associate degree alone.

Let's look at a few of them:

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Wwe smackdown results winners and grades on may 10 2024, the 8 best trampolines with insights from an industry expert, 1. sonographer—associate degree in diagnostic medical sonography.

Although not a commonly thought of job title, diagnostic medical sonographers play an important role in ensuring patients' minds are put at rest, and that doctors are able to accurately and effectively perform a diagnosis. Sonographers are trained to operate ultrasound imaging equipment on different parts of the body. An associate degree in diagnostic medical sonography can take between 18 to 24 months to complete.

Average salary range: Between $77,214 to £116,300

2. Funeral Home Manager—Associate Degree In F uneral Service/Mortuary Science

If you consider yourself to be an empathetic person, with a good degree of emotional intelligence and strong communication, management, and interpersonal skills, perhaps a career in funeral home management would be a good choice for you. An associate degree in funeral service will help you gain an understanding of ethics, grief counseling, and funeral home business regulations and management.

Average salary range: Between $72,507 to $131,360

3. Construction Project Manager —Associate Degree in Construction Management

Project managers are in high demand across several sectors, and due to this demand, you can anticipate a highly lucrative career pursuing project management. But when comparing project manager salaries, there are some sectors in which it truly pays to be a project manager, more than anywhere else, because these industries are renowned for their high salaries. One such industry is construction.

A project manager within the construction industry can expect to make $118,758 on average, in the United States. To land this role you can get an associate degree in construction management technology, or an associate degree in construction management.

Average salary range: Between $104,611 to $172,040

Associate degrees are practical and hands-on, and have a direct career route as opposed to four-year ... [+] or master's degrees

These opportunities listed above, demonstrate the financial and career potential that can be gained with an associate degree alone (of course, not to forget on-the-job training). Associate degrees are most commonly linked to direct job opportunities after completion, as they prepare you with the know-how and technical skills for specific roles. For these reasons, pursuing an associate degree is one of the best decisions you may ever make for your education and career.

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