Accra Technical University has achieved the 4th position among Ghanaian universities and 28th out of 88 universities in the sub-region, according to the Times Higher Education Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings 2023, released on June 26, 2023.

ATU stands out as the only technical university in the country to make it onto the list, with Ashesi University, University of Ghana, and Academic City taking the top three spots, respectively.

The rankings were based on five pillars: resources and finances, access and fairness, teaching skills, student engagement, and African impact. Each pillar includes various metrics, with a focus on a university's contributions to the 17 United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Recently, ATU was honored with the title of "Best in SDG Research" at the inaugural SDGs Awards held at the La Palm Beach Hotel in Accra. The award recognizes the university's dedication to innovative, sustainable, and impactful research, showcasing its commitment to excellence in higher education.

Prof. Amevi Acakpovi, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, expressed gratitude for the recognition, attributing it to the hard work and dedication of the university's management, staff, faculty, and students.

He sees it as a motivation to continue striving for excellence and producing competent graduates for the global job market.

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings, known as the "THE Rankings," are highly regarded in the academic community and are published annually by the Times Higher Education magazine.