University of Professional Studies, Accra

Name: University of Professional Studies
Address: Accra, Ghana

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The University of Professional Studies, Accra formerly known as Institute of Professional Studies, is a public university in Ghana. The main campus is located in Accra. UPSA is the first university in Ghana to provide both academic and business professional education. The University of Professional Studies Act, 2012 changed the name of the Institute of Professional Studies to University of Professional Studies, Accra. UPSA is nationally and internationally accredited by the National Accreditation Board and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs respectively. ()

Established: 1965 (59 years ago)Coordinates: 5°39'41"N, 0°9'59"W

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4.1 miS
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Marina Mall, Accra
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Achimota Mall, Accra
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Shopping, Shopping centre
A&C Mall, Accra
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1.8 miS
Museum
Nubuke Foundation, Accra
47 min walk • The Nubuke Foundation stands as a beacon of Ghanaian culture and arts in the bustling city of Accra. Established in 2006, this vibrant cultural institution is dedicated to recording, preserving, and promoting the rich artistic heritage of Ghana.
5.1 miS
Mosque
Ghana National Mosque, Accra
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Church
Action Chapel International, Accra
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1.6 miSW
Library
The Balme Library, Accra
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5.9 miSW
Neighbourhood
Ayawaso East Municipal District, Accra
150 min walk • Ayawaso East Municipal District is one of the twenty-nine districts in Greater Accra Region, Ghana.
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Neighbourhood
Ayawaso West Municipal District, Accra
102 min walk • Ayawaso West Municipal District is one of the twenty-nine districts in Greater Accra Region, Ghana.
4.3 miS
5°36'1"N • 0°10'42"W
Silver Star Tower, Accra
110 min walk • Tower, Coworking space
1.8 miSW
Universities and schools
University of Ghana, Accra
46 min walk • The University of Ghana is the oldest and largest of the thirteen Ghanaian national public universities.