Programmes Akro Senior High Technical School

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Below are the main SHS programme options. Each programme includes core subjects and elective subjects. Use this page as your reference when guiding placement and admissions decisions.

Core subjects are typically common across programmes in Ghana: English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Information and Communication Technology. Electives can vary by school capacity and staffing.

Core subjects (all programmes)

English Language
Core Mathematics
Integrated Science
Social Studies
Physical Education
Information Technology

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Open each programme below. If your school offers a specific elective combination, replace the list with the exact subjects offered.

Business

Develop entrepreneurial skills and initiative, enabling them to identify business opportunities and manage small enterprises.

Head of Department (HOD)

Miss. Mercy Ashley

(Tel: 0240469500)

Business Department

DESCRIPTION

To equip students with practical knowledge in entrepreneurship, accounting, economics, and management to prepare them for business careers and further studies.

What you study

Accounting
Business Management
Economics
Elective Mathematics (where offered)
Information and Communication Technology (where offered)

Outcomes

University pathways: Business Communication, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics
Career: Banking, procurement, entrepreneurship, office administration
Skills: record-keeping, analysis, planning, leadership

Apply (Admissions) Ask about subject combinations

Languages

Performing arts and Language based programme for Communication.

Head of Department (HOD)

Mr. Joseph Tetteh Apeordja

(Tel: 0243315101)

Languages Department

DESCRIPTION

To develop strong communication, reading, and writing skills in local and international languages for academic excellence and global engagement.

What you study

History
Performing arts
Litureture in Engligh
French (where offered)
Dangme (where offered)
Christian Religious Studies

Outcomes

University pathways: Public Relations, Engligh, Languages, Mass Media Communication.
Career: Teaching, Journalist, Content Creator, Public Relation Officer.
Skills: Writing, Translation, planning, leadership

Apply (Admissions) Ask about subject combinations

General Arts

Humanities and social science foundation for diverse university programmes.

Head of Department (HOD)

Mr. John Fiagbey

(Tel: 0246834414)

General Arts Department

DESCRIPTION

To provide broad knowledge in humanities and social sciences to develop critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills.

Typical electives

Government
History
Geography
Literature in English
Economics
Elective Mathematics
Information and Communication Technology (where offered)
Christian Religious Studies / French (where offered)

Outcomes

University pathways: Law, Communication, Political Science, Education, Social Sciences
Career: public service, media, teaching, administration
Skills: writing, critical thinking, analysis, research

Apply (Admissions) Confirm electives offered

Technical

Hands-on technical and engineering-oriented study for trades and industry.

Head of Department (HOD)

Mr. John Cudjoe Gbafa

(Tel: 0243168914)

Technical Department

DESCRIPTION

To focuse on practical and technical skills in technology, innovation, and problem-solving for industrial and vocational career pathways.

Typical electives

Design and Communication Technology
Physics
Information and Communication Technology (where offered)
Applied Electricity / Electronics (where offered)
Building Construction / Woodwork / Metalwork (based on department)
Auto Mechanics (where offered)
ICT (where offered as elective)
Elective Mathematics (recommended for engineering pathways)

Outcomes

University/TVET pathways: Engineering, Construction, Technology
Career: technical trades, engineering assistant roles, industrial skills
Skills: problem-solving, design thinking, practical production

Apply (Admissions) Confirm technical options

Agriculture

Modern agriculture, agribusiness, and practical food systems learning.

Head of Department (HOD)

Mr. Gabriel Kwame Tetteh

(Tel. 0249659546)

Agriculture Department

DESCRIPTION

To equip students with knowledge and practical skills in crop and animal production for sustainable agriculture and agribusiness.

Typical electives

General Agriculture
Animal Husbandary (where offered)
Physics (where offered)
Elective Mathematics (where offered)
Information and Communication Technology (where offered)
Chemistry/Biology (where offered, for advanced pathways)

Outcomes

University/TVET: Agriculture, Agribusiness, Environmental studies
Career: farming enterprises, extension services, food production
Skills: production planning, sustainability, applied science

Apply (Admissions) Ask about practical training

General Science

Engineering, Medicine, and practical food systems learning.

Head of Department (HOD)

Mr. Philip Lawer

(Tel: 0243649416)

Science Department

DESCRIPTION

To build a solid foundation in scientific principles, critical thinking, and problem-solving for careers in medicine, engineering, and technology.

Typical electives

Biology
Physics
Chemistry
Geography (where offered)
Information and Communication Technology (where offered)
Elective Mathematics (where offered, for advanced pathways)

Outcomes

University/TVET: Medicine, Engineering, Mathematics, Physician assistant
Career: Teaching, Doctor, Nurse, Engineer, food production
Skills: production planning, sustainability, applied science

Apply (Admissions) Ask about practical training

Home Economics

Food, textiles, and family life education with strong practical components.

Head of Department (HOD)

Mr. Irene Dey

(Tel: 0542575890)

Home Economics Department

DESCRIPTION

To prepare students with skills in nutrition, clothing and textiles, management, and family life for self-reliance and professional growth.

Typical electives

Food and Nutrition
Management in Living
Clothing and Textiles
Art and Design Foundation
Biology
Chemistry (where offered)
French (where offered)
Information and Communication Technology (where offered)

Outcomes

University/TVET: Hospitality, Nutrition, Fashion, Education
Career: catering, hospitality services, fashion, entrepreneurship
Skills: practical production, management, service delivery

Apply (Admissions) Ask about facilities

Visual Arts

Creative industries pathway: design, craft, and visual communication.

Head of Department (HOD)

Mr. George Debrah Ayisi

(Tel: 0244173235)

Visual Arts Department

DESCRIPTION

To develop creativity and artistic skills through drawing, design, sculpture, and craft for careers in the creative and cultural industries.

Typical electives

Art and Design Studio
Art and Design Foundation
Design and Communication Technology
Clothing and Textiles
Physics (where offered)
Elective Mathematics (where offered)
Information and Communication Technology (where offered)
Business Management
Physical Education and Health (where offered)

Outcomes

University/TVET: Design, Fine Arts, Architecture-related pathways
Career: graphic design, creative production, media, craft enterprises
Skills: visual communication, production, creativity + discipline

Apply (Admissions) Ask about studios/workshops