WELCOME MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN
Faculty of Computing and Information Systems (FoCIS)
Ghana Communication Technology University
It is with profound honour, deep humility, and an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovation, research, and transformational leadership that I warmly welcome you to the Faculty of Computing and Information Systems.
As Dean of this distinguished faculty, I am delighted to extend my heartfelt greetings to every member of our academic community, our brilliant students, accomplished faculty members, professional staff, industry collaborators, alumni, visiting scholars, and prospective learners from across Ghana, Africa, and the global community.
The Faculty of Computing and Information Systems stands as a beacon of intellectual excellence, technological advancement, scientific discovery, and digital transformation. In an era where computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, software engineering, digital governance, cloud computing, robotics, and emerging technologies continue to redefine the global landscape, our faculty remains committed to preparing leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and problem-solvers who will shape the future of society.
At FoCIS, we believe that education transcends the classroom. It is about cultivating critical thinkers, ethical innovators, visionary leaders, and globally competitive professionals who possess not only technical competence but also the integrity, creativity, and resilience necessary to solve complex real-world challenges.
Our faculty is built upon five foundational pillars:
1. Academic Excellence
We are committed to delivering world-class academic programmes that combine rigorous theoretical foundations with practical, industry-relevant applications. Our curricula are continuously reviewed to align with global technological trends, professional standards, and emerging market demands.
2. Research and Innovation
Research remains the heartbeat of our faculty. We encourage groundbreaking interdisciplinary research in areas such as:
* Artificial Intelligence
* Cybersecurity
* Data Science
* Machine Learning
* Internet of Things
* Cloud Computing
* Digital Forensics
* Software Engineering
* Blockchain Technology
* Human-Computer Interaction
* General Computing : Computer science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Mobile and Pervasive Computing, etc
We strive to produce research that not only advances knowledge but also creates measurable impact for industry, government, and society.
3. Industry Relevance and Professional Development
Technology evolves rapidly, and our faculty is dedicated to ensuring that our graduates remain globally competitive. Through strategic collaborations with industry, professional bodies, research institutions, and technology ecosystems, we provide students with opportunities for internships, certifications, mentorship, entrepreneurship, and experiential learning.
4. Ethical Leadership and Global Citizenship
In a digital world filled with unprecedented opportunities and challenges, technical knowledge must be guided by ethics, responsibility, and accountability. We are committed to nurturing professionals who will deploy technology responsibly for the advancement of humanity.
5. Transformational Impact
Our mission extends beyond teaching and research, we seek to transform communities, strengthen institutions, empower industries, and contribute to national and continental development through technology-driven solutions.
To our students: you are not merely pursuing degrees; you are preparing to become architects of the digital future. I encourage you to embrace curiosity, challenge conventional thinking, engage deeply in research, collaborate across disciplines, and pursue excellence in all your endeavours.
To our faculty and staff: your dedication, scholarship, mentorship, and professionalism form the backbone of our success. Together, we will continue to build an intellectually vibrant, research-driven, and globally respected faculty.
To our partners, alumni, and stakeholders: your support, collaboration, and shared vision remain invaluable as we continue to expand our impact and strengthen our legacy.
As we embark on this exciting journey together, let us remain guided by excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusiveness, and service. Let us push boundaries, challenge limitations, and create technologies that solve real problems and improve lives.
The future of computing is not something we wait for, it is something we create.
I warmly welcome you to the Faculty of Computing and Information Systems, where knowledge meets innovation, research drives transformation, and excellence defines our identity.
May your journey with us be intellectually enriching, professionally rewarding, and transformational.
With warm regards and best wishes,
Prof. Quist-Aphetsi Kester
Dean, Faculty of Computing and Information Systems
“Innovating Knowledge, Securing the Future, Transforming Society.”