Overview
The Master of Science in Systems Engineering: The degree is intended to equip students with appropriate knowledge that will enable them to perform efficiently in the systems engineering profession.
Master of Science in Systems Engineering
Programme Aim:
The degree is intended to equip students with appropriate knowledge that will enable them to perform efficiently in the systems engineering profession.
Duration:
This is a full-time programme for one year. The degree can also be taken part-time over two years.
Eligibility:
Applicants can be admitted based on the following criteria:
The course is for a candidate who has gone through a recognized accredited university, having achieved at least a Second-Class pass degree in Information Technology, Mathematics, Engineering or related field. Additionally, applicants with third-class would be considered if they provide evidence of three years of post-qualification relevant work experience and successfully pass an entrance interview.
How Do I Apply?:
Contact 0551026164 by phone/WhatsApp or visit www.hcu.edu.gh to access an application. The fee for the application is GH₵ 200. After submitting all relevant documents and fees required (including a written essay), successful applicants will be invited for an interview either in person or online.
What is the Cost?:
Tuition for nationals for the 2025 academic year is GH₵ 20,000.00. Tuition for international students is US$ 6,000 (international Heritage alumni receive a US$ 2000 discount). 50% of the payment is due upon admission, 25% due at the end of the first four courses, 25% due at the end of eight courses. General scholarships are not available.
Programme Format: Hybrid Format:
Students will be required to be in-person on campus at least one Saturday for every module. A module is taught over 3 weeks/weekends in a month. Other meetings are offered in a hybrid format that allows students to be present on campus or online. The fourth weekend is an exam weekend. Note: the first module requires in-person attendance for the first two weekends.
What is the Cost?:
Modules under Master of Science in Systems Engineering
Introduction to Systems Engineering
System Modelling and Simulation
System Design & Architecture
Research Methods
Ethical and Professional Issues in Engineering
Human Systems Engineering
Enterprise Architecture and Realisation Workshop(s)
System Dependability and Resilience
System Integration Security
Systems Engineering Project
Systems Software Engineering
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
System Quality and Metrics
HCU Capstone (Ethical Leadership and Entrepreneurship)