Universidad Tecnológica Nacional - UTN vs University of Ghana - UG vs Ziauddin University - ZU vs Tamale Technical University - TATU vs University for Development Studies - UDS

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tamale Technical University - TATU (4.50)
Universidad Tecnológica Nacional - UTN: wins 0/5 categories
University of Ghana - UG: wins 2/5 categories
Ziauddin University - ZU: wins 0/5 categories
Tamale Technical University - TATU: wins 1/5 categories
University for Development Studies - UDS: wins 0/5 categories
Winston-Salem State University - WSSU: wins 2/5 categories
Tamale College of Education - TACE: wins 0/5 categories
Comparing
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Best programme: Administration
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Best programme: Bsc Information Technology
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
4.30
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Best programme: Bachelor in Management
Best programme: Education
Category ratings
Facilities
3.33
4.00
4.00
3.00
Not rated
4.00
2.00
Location
4.08
4.32
Win
3.60
4.00
Not rated
4.25
4.00
Professors
3.83
4.25
4.17
4.50
Win
Not rated
4.25
1.00
Internationality
2.75
4.08
3.83
4.00
Not rated
4.75
Win
1.00
Student life
3.60
4.29
Win
3.50
3.00
Not rated
4.25
4.00
Value
3.75
4.22
3.67
4.50
Not rated
4.50
4.00
Accommodation
3.27
3.48
2.67
3.00
Not rated
4.50
Win
3.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong academic programs with industry-experienced professors
  • +Flexible schedules supporting work-study balance
  • +Good job prospects and practical preparation for the professional market
  • +Strong academic programs and theory-practice balance
  • +Diverse, inclusive, and intellectually engaging campus environment
  • +Opportunities for exploration and personal growth
  • +Supportive and helpful faculty
  • +Modern and well-equipped facilities
  • +Practical learning and development opportunities
  • +Skill acquisition for career and future
  • +Project support from lecturers
  • +Desire for degree-level programs

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  • +Strong academic programs and expert faculty
  • +Personalized student support and success focus
  • +Valuable career preparation and opportunities
  • +Conducive and bright environment.
  • +Proper movement layout.
Cons
  • -Poor management and communication, particularly concerning administrative tasks.
  • -Outdated curriculum and overly long program duration.
  • -Unattractive facilities and uninspiring campus environment.
  • -Outdated curriculum and teaching methods hinder skill development.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes cause communication and access issues.
  • -Overcrowded facilities and old-fashioned learning environments are problematic.
  • -Unprofessional administration and some teachers.
  • -Unsatisfactory academic practices in specific departments.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Limited career support and unclear future prospects are disappointing.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from faculty is a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and inadequate resources impact the learning environment.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff causes dissatisfaction.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution receives its highest marks for location, followed closely by professors and value. Conversely, its internationality rating is notably the lowest among the surveyed categories. Facilities and accommodation also received mid-range scores, while student life achieved a respectable standing.

Overall, the university receives positive feedback, with particularly strong ratings in Location (4.32), Student Life (4.29), and Value (4.22). Professors (4.25) and Internationality (4.08) also score well. The weakest area identified is Accomodation, receiving a rating of 3.48, indicating room for improvement in this aspect of the student experience. Facilities also received a solid, but lower, score of 4.

This institution receives favorable marks for its **Facilities** (4) and **Professors** (4.17). Areas requiring improvement include **Accomodation** (2.67) and **Student Life** (3.5). Other aspects like **Location** (3.6), **Internationality** (3.83), and **Value** (3.67) fall within a moderate range.

Academic excellence and international appeal are clear strengths, evidenced by high ratings for professors (4.5) and internationality (4). The university also scores well in location (4) and value (4.5). However, areas such as facilities, student life, and accommodation received more moderate scores of 3, suggesting potential for improvement in these aspects.

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This institution demonstrates significant strengths in its internationality, receiving a high rating of 4.75. Accommodations and value are also noteworthy, both scoring 4.5. Professors, location, and student life are uniformly strong at 4.25. The weakest area, while still positive, is facilities, rated at 4. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded and competitive offering.

This institution demonstrates notable strengths in its **location** and **student life**, both receiving a high rating of 4. Furthermore, its **value** is also rated positively at 4. Conversely, the university faces challenges in **professors** and **internationality**, both scoring a low 1. **Facilities** and **accommodation** fall within the mid-range with scores of 2 and 3 respectively.

Reviews summary
Highlights

~74% of reviews are positive, highlighting good education and job prospects, often with experienced professors. ~14% of feedback is negative, citing outdated curricula, poor management, and unappealing infrastructure.

Most reviews (~88%) highlight academic excellence, diverse programs, and vibrant campus life. A small minority (~1.6%) experienced administrative delays and outdated teaching methods.

With an average rating of 4/5, reviews indicate around 83% positive feedback praising supportive faculty and good facilities. Some students, representing about 17%, noted average performance in specific departments and unprofessionalism from some staff.

With an average rating of 4.5/5, the 2 reviews were entirely positive. Students highlighted lectures' assistance with projects and skill acquisition for future careers.

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With 100% positive feedback, students highlight strong academics and supportive professors, particularly praising hands-on training and career preparation. They also appreciate the university's individual approach and sense of belonging.

The sole review praises the college's conducive environment and proper layout. With an average rating of 4/5, feedback is overwhelmingly positive.

Rating distribution
5★
29%
41%
50%
50%
0%
25%
0%
4★
36%
47%
17%
50%
0%
75%
100%
3★
21%
11%
17%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
7%
1%
17%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
7%
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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Educative

The University of Ghana is a highly respected institution with strong research, diverse programs, and a vibrant campus life, though it faces challenges with large class sizes and administrative delays, and I would recommend it for its academic reputation and opportunities.

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75%

It's not a university but it's a training ground to acquire skills for a purpose and future. What I like about this is Lectures are always ready to assist students to undertake projects which enhance their ability. What I dislike about the school is students are being stressed with series of projects with limited time.

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