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Tamale Technical University

Tamale, Ghana

Updated May 2026 · Source: tatu.edu.gh

Overview

English Name: Tamale Technical University
Institution Type: Institute of Technology
Control Type: Public
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Tamale Technical University is a public institute of technology based in Tamale, Ghana, operating as a higher-education provider.

Tamale Technical University's academic profile: it teaches across bachelor's and master's programmes, is organised into multiple faculties and runs a broad programme catalogue.

Location & Contact

Address, phone, email, and online links for Tamale Technical University are listed below.

Address: P.O. Box 3 ER
Phone:  0372099593
Email: info@tatu.edu.gh

Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Tamale Technical University are listed below.

Accrediting Agency: Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)

Degrees

Certification: National Board for Professional and Technician Examinations

Bachelor's 28 programs
  • Accountancy
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Agriculture
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Building Technologies
  • Business and Commerce
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Construction Engineering
  • Design
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Food Science
  • Food Technology
  • Hotel Management
  • Information Technology
  • Logistics Management
  • Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metal Techniques
  • Multimedia
  • Real Estate
  • Sanitary Engineering
  • Statistics
  • Surveying and Mapping
  • Tourism
  • Transport Engineering
  • Water Management
  • Wood Technology
Master's 6 programs
  • Graphic Design
  • Hotel Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Statistics
  • Textile Design
  • Tourism

Faculties & Divisions

Tamale Technical University's faculties and the subjects each covers are listed below.

Agriculture and Natural Resources (Faculty) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Agriculture
  • Natural Resources
Allied Health & Pharmaceutical Sciences (Faculty) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Sciences
  • Pharmacy
Applied Arts (Faculty) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Art Management
  • Communication Studies
  • English
  • Fashion Design
  • French
  • Media Studies
  • Textile Design
Applied Science and Technology (Faculty) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Hotel and Restaurant
  • Hotel Management
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Sciences
  • Statistics
  • Tourism
Built and Natural Environment (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Building Technologies
Business (Faculty) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Secretarial Studies
Creative Art and Technology (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Fine Arts
Engineering (Faculty) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metal Techniques
  • Wood Technology

Programs Offered

Every programme Tamale Technical University currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.

40 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Ghana

Bachelor's Degree 17 programmes

Bachelor of Technology in Agricultural Engineering
Agriculture

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Bachelor of Technology in Applied Accounting
Accounting

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Bachelor of Technology in Architectural Wood Technology and Furniture Production
Interior Design

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Bachelor of Technology in Art Design and Innovation
Applied Design

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Bachelor of Technology in Building Technology
Civil Engineering & Construction

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Bachelor of Technology in Business Management
Business & Management

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Bachelor of Technology in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Entrepreneurship

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Bachelor of Technology in Food Science and Technology
Food Science

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Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology
Information Systems & Technology

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Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology in Multimedia Computing
Information Systems & Technology

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Associate's Degree 19 programmes

Associate's Degree in HND in Accountancy
Accounting

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Associate's Degree in HND in Agricultural Engineering
Agriculture

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Associate's Degree in HND in Automotive Engineering
Trades

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Associate's Degree in HND in Bilingual Secretaryship and Management Studies
Business & Management

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Associate's Degree in HND in Building Technology
Civil Engineering & Construction

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Associate's Degree in HND in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Robotics & Automation

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Associate's Degree in HND in Fashion, Design and Textiles
Applied Design

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Associate's Degree in HND in Food Technology
Food Science

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Associate's Degree in HND in Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management
Tourism & Leisure

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Associate's Degree in HND in Industrial Art

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Diploma 4 programmes

Diploma in Food Technology
Food Science

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Diploma in Geographic Information Systems
Information Systems & Technology

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Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Tourism & Leisure

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How to apply to Tamale Technical University

Five steps that capture how applications to Tamale Technical University flow.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Tamale Technical University runs 40 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Before applying to Tamale Technical University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Ghana.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Tamale Technical University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Lodge your application through the official website (tatu.edu.gh). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. You can reach the institution by email at info@tatu.edu.gh or by phone at  0372099593. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tamale Technical University

Quick reference for Tamale Technical University: founding, control type, and recognition status.

In which city is Tamale Technical University?

Tamale Technical University is based in Tamale, Ghana.

What is Tamale Technical University's control type?

Tamale Technical University is a public institution.

What degrees does Tamale Technical University offer?

Tamale Technical University offers bachelor's and master's programmes.

Is Tamale Technical University officially recognised?

The institution holds recognition from Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC).

Where can I learn more about Tamale Technical University?

The institution's website is tatu.edu.gh.

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