This is a list of polytechnics institutions in Ghana . These institutions are not accredited degree granting institutions. For a list of Universities and other degree granting institutions see List of universities in Ghana.
This is a list of polytechnics institutions in Ghana . These institutions are not accredited degree granting institutions. For a list of Universities and other degree granting institutions see List of universities in Ghana.
| Institution | Location(s) | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Public polytechnics | ||
| Tamale Polytechnic | Tamale, Northern Region | Website |
| Kumasi Polytechnic | Kumasi, Ashanti Region | Website |
| Accra Polytechnic | Accra, Greater Accra Region | Website |
| Cape Coast Polytechnic | Cape Coast, Central Region | Website |
| Koforidua Polytechnic | Koforidua, Eastern Region | Website |
| Ho Polytechnic | Ho, Volta Region | Website |
| Takoradi Polytechnic | Takoradi, Western Region | Website |
| Sunyani Polytechnic | Sunyani, Brong Ahafo Region | Website |
| Bolgatanga Polytechnic | Bolgatanga, Upper East Region | Website |
| Wa Polytechnic | Wa, Upper West Region | Website |
| Select polytechnics | ||
| Archbishop Porter's Polytechnic | Cape Coast, Central Region | N/A |
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