Mancell Girls SHTS to Introduce Biomedical and Engineering Courses to Address Gender Gap

Mancell Girls Senior High Technical School (SHTS) in Kumasi has announced plans to introduce biomedical and engineering courses aimed at addressing the ongoing gender gap in these fields.

The headmistress revealed this initiative during the World Engineering Day program organized by the Technology Consultancy Centre (TCC) at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

The event, held under the theme ‘Shaping a Sustainable Future: Inspiring Engineering Careers in Senior High School Students,’ focused on encouraging young women to pursue careers in traditionally male-dominated sectors.
‘We aim to bridge the gender gap in engineering and biomedical sciences by encouraging more young women to pursue careers in these fields. Our goal is to provide practical, hands-on training that will prepare them for real-world applications in health, infrastructure, and technology,’ she said.

The new programs will emphasize practical skills, designed to equip students with the expertise necessary for immediate impact in the industry. The school intends to cultivate not just learners, but future innovators and leaders.
‘Our goal is to foster innovation and leadership, ensuring our students are not only learners but also future problem-solvers and industry leaders,’ she emphasized.

This initiative aligns with Mancell Girls SHTS's broader vision to become a leading institution in technical and STEM education, empowering young women with the skills necessary for innovation and global impact.

"The headmistress urged stakeholders, industry leaders, and academic institutions to collaborate in making the school a hub for technical and STEM excellence, empowering women as leaders in engineering."