KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND Candidates should then proceed to the online admissions portal:

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DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR
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research and higher degree programmes candidates who successfully gain admission shall be notified subsequently.
(MSc/MEd/MArch/MFA/MA/MComm/MBA/MPA/MPH/LLM/MPhil/
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At the time of application, applicants should possess a Bachelor’s Degree or internationally recognised Certificate of Proficiency in English Language
its equivalent from a recognised Institution in the relevant field of study. (TOEFL or British Council, IELTS) with an above average score or be
Preference will be given to applicants with FIRST CLASS OR SECOND available to attend a three (3) months English language course at the
CLASS. KNUST-Department of English.

ii. PhD Programmes

Candidates applying for a Doctor of Philosophy degree must have an MPhil
degree or its equivalent from a recognised Institution and shall submit
evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the proposed
programme.

PROGRAMME DURATION
Unless otherwise stated, the duration for Masters Programmes (Full-Time)
is Two (2) Academic Years and (Part-Time) Three (3) Academic Years,
PhD Programmes (Full-Time) is for Four (4) Academic Years and (Part-
Time) Five (5) Academic Years.

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A. COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES 2. Department of Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness and
Extension
• FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
i. MSc. Agribusiness Management
1. Department of Animal Science Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Upper Division)) in Agribusiness Management, Business Administration,
i. MPhil. Animal Breeding and Genetics Agriculture, and relevant subject areas from an approved University or
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Institution of Higher Learning. Preference would be given to candidates
(Upper/Lower Division)) in Agriculture, Animal Science, Biotechnology, with several years of relevant academic, administrative, or field experience.
Statistics, Mathematics, Biology, Natural Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, or Candidates must have a thorough proficiency in written and spoken English.
related disciplines from any recognised University. Candidates would be Candidates shall be required to pass a selection interview.
required to pass a selection interview.
ii. MSc. Agricultural Extension and Development Communication
ii. MPhil. Reproductive Physiology
iii. MPhil. Animal Nutrition Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
iv. MPhil. Meat Science (Lower Division)) in Agriculture or relevant subject areas (Natural
Resources Management, Rural Development, Development Planning,
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Development Studies, Environmental Management, Sociology,
(Upper/Lower Division)) in Agriculture, Animal Science, Biotechnology, Psychology) from an approved University or Institution of Higher Learning.
Biology, Natural Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, or related disciplines from Preference would be given to candidates with several years of relevant
any recognised University. Candidates would be required to pass a selection academic, administrative, or field experience. Candidates must have a
interview. thorough proficiency in written and spoken English. Candidates shall be
required to pass a selection interview.
v. PhD. Animal Breeding and Genetics
vi. PhD. Reproductive Physiology iii. MPhil. Agribusiness Management
vii. PhD. Animal Nutrition
viii. PhD. Meat Science Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
Division)) in Agribusiness Management, Business Administration,
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent in Agriculture, Agriculture and relevant subject areas from an approved University or
Animal Science, Biotechnology, Biology, Veterinary Medicine, Institution of Higher Learning. Preference would be given to candidates
Reproductive Physiology, or related disciplines from any recognised with several years of relevant academic, administrative, or field experience.
University and shall submit evidence of adequate training and ability to Candidates must have a thorough proficiency in written and spoken English.
undertake the proposed programme. Candidates would be required to pass a Candidates shall be required to pass a selection interview.
selection interview.
iv. MPhil. Agricultural Economics
Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Art (BA)
degree (Minimum of Second Class (Upper Division)) or its equivalent in
Agricultural Economics, Economics, or other related disciplines from a
recognised University. Candidates must pass a selection interview to be

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conducted by the Department and demonstrate their ability to pay the Communication programme as may be prescribed. Candidates shall be
required fees. required to pass a selection interview.

v. MPhil. Agricultural Extension and Development Communication viii. PhD Agricultural Economics
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in Agricultural Economics or
(Lower Division)) in Agriculture or relevant subject areas (Natural equivalent qualifications from a recognised University or Institution of
Resources Management, Rural Development, Development Planning, Higher Learning. Other MSc/MPhil or equivalent degree holders in relevant
Development Studies, Environmental Management, Sociology, subject areas (Agribusiness Management, Natural Resources Management,
Psychology) from an approved University or Institution of Higher Learning. Economics, Development Planning, Development Studies) from any
Preference would be given to candidates with several years of relevant accredited institution may be required to take relevant courses from the
academic, administrative, or field experience. Candidates shall be required MPhil Agricultural Economics programme as may be prescribed.
to pass a selection interview. Holders of MSc. Agricultural Extension and Candidates shall be required to pass a selection interview.
Development Communication who would want to upgrade to an MPhil
degree must pass a selection interview and may be required to audit some 3. Department of Crop and Soil Sciences
relevant courses.
i. MPhil. Agronomy
vi. PhD. Agribusiness Management ii. MPhil. Agronomy (Crop Physiology)
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in Agribusiness Management iii. MPhil. Crop Protection (Entomology)
or equivalent qualifications from a recognised University or Institution of iv. MPhil. Crop Protection (Nematology)
Higher Learning. Other MSc/MPhil or equivalent degree holders in relevant v. MPhil. Crop Protection (Plant Pathology)
subject areas (Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Rural vi. MPhil. Crop Protection (Plant Virology)
Development, Economics, Development Planning, Development Studies, vii. MPhil. Plant Breeding
Business Administration) from any accredited institution may be required viii. MPhil. Soil Science
to take relevant courses from the MSc/MPhil Agribusiness programme as
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
may be prescribed. Candidates shall be required to pass a selection
(Upper Division)) in Agriculture or a related discipline from a recognised.
interview.
All applicants will have to pass a selection interview.
vii. PhD. Agricultural Extension and Development Communication
ix. PhD. Agronomy
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in Agricultural Extension and x. PhD. Crop Physiology
Development Communication or equivalent qualifications from a xi. PhD. Nematology
recognised University or Institution of Higher Learning. Other MSc/MPhil xii. PhD. Plant Breeding
or equivalent degree holders in relevant subject areas (Agriculture, Natural xiii. PhD. Plant Entomology
Resource Management, Rural Development, Development Planning, xiv. PhD. Plant Pathology
Development Studies, Environmental Management, Sociology, xv. PhD. Plant Virology
Psychology) from any accredited institution may be required to take relevant xvi. PhD. Soil Science
courses from the MSc/MPhil Agricultural Extension and Development

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Candidates must have either a two-year MSc or MPhil degree in the relevant
discipline. In addition, all applicants will have to pass a selection interview.
• FACULTY OF RENEWABLE NATURAL RESOURCES
4. Department of Horticulture
1. Department of Wildlife and Range Management
i. MPhil. Postharvest Technology
ii. MPhil. Seed Science and Technology i. MPhil. Wildlife and Range Management
iii. MPhil. Fruit Crops Production
ii. MSc. Geo-Information Science for Natural Resources Management
iv. MPhil. Vegetable Crops Production
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Lower Division)) or equivalent from an accredited university in a discipline
(Upper Division)) in Postharvest Technology, Agriculture, Agricultural
related to the course, preferably combined with relevant work experience.
Biotechnology, Agribusiness Management, Food Science or any closely
Candidates must also attend and pass a selection interview.
related allied field. However, such candidates shall be required to satisfy
prerequisites courses. Candidates with Second Class (Lower Division) may iii. PhD. Wildlife and Range Management
be considered after a selection interview and or agreeing to audit some
relevant undergraduate agricultural courses. Candidates with a Pass must Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Wildlife and Range
have relevant working experience in the Postharvest sector and would have Management, Forestry, Natural Resources Management and other related
to pass an interview. disciplines. Candidates must also attend and pass a selection interview.

v. MPhil. Landscape Studies 2. Department of Silviculture and Forest Management

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class i. MPhil. Natural Resources and Environmental Governance
(Lower Division)) in Landscape Design and Management, Agriculture,
Architecture, Communication Design, Tourism, Natural Resources, or Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
certificates in other closely related programmes. (Upper Division)) in Natural Resource Management, Environmental
Management, Environmental Science, Agriculture, Engineering, Planning,
vi. PhD. Postharvest Technology Land Economy, Law, Business, Social or Natural Sciences. Applicants with
vii. PhD. Seed Science and Technology Second Class Lower and some work experience may be admitted after an
viii. PhD. Fruit Crops Production interview.
ix. PhD. Landscape Studies
x. PhD. Vegetable Crops Production ii. MPhil. Silviculture and Forest Management
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent in the relevant Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
field of study, including Horticulture, Agronomy, Biological/ (Upper Division)) in Natural Resource Management, Environmental
Environmental Science, Postharvest Technology, Food Science, Management, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or Natural Sciences. All
Biochemistry, or related disciplines from any recognised University and applicants will have to pass a selection interview.
shall submit evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the
proposed programme. All applicants will have to pass a selection interview.

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iii. PhD. Silviculture and Forest Management iii. PhD. Wood Science and Technology
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil in Wood Science, Wood Technology
(Upper Division) in Natural Resource Management, Environmental or Wood Technology and Management or any other Science related Masters
Management, Agriculture, Environmental Science or Natural Sciences, plus programme.
a good Master’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental
Management, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Land Economy, Law,
Business, Social or Natural Sciences. Applicants with Second Class Lower 5. Department of Fisheries and Watershed Management
Division and a good Master’s Degree, in addition to some work experience,
may be admitted after an interview. i. MPhil. Aquaculture and Environment
ii. MPhil. Fisheries Management
iii. MPhil. Watershed Management
3. Department of Agroforestry
Candidates must have a degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
i. MPhil. Agroforestry Division)) in any of the following fields: Fisheries Sciences, Natural
Resource Management, Environmental Sciences, Agricultural Sciences,
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (Minimum of Second Class
Biological and Physical Sciences, or any related discipline. Applications are
(Lower Division)) in Natural Resources Management, Agriculture or
not restricted to candidates with degrees in the Sciences, but such candidates
Biological Sciences. Graduates in other disciplines with relevant field
must have the relevant work experience related to the proposed programme
experience shall also be considered for admission. In addition, candidates
of study. Applications from mature candidates shall be considered on
will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.
individual basis. Candidates must also attend and pass a selection interview.
ii. PhD. Agroforestry
iv. PhD. Aquaculture and Environment
Candidates must have an MPhil/Master of Research degree in Agroforestry, v. PhD. Fisheries Management
Natural Resources Management, or related field of study with appropriate vi. PhD. Watershed Management
field experience. Candidates will be required to take relevant courses during
the programme. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and pass a Candidates must have a Master’s degree in any of the following fields:
selection interview. Fisheries Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Environmental
Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Biological and Physical Sciences, or any
related discipline. Applications are not restricted to candidates with degrees
in the Sciences, all candidates shall be considered individually. Candidates
4. Department of Wood Science and Technology Management
must also attend and pass a selection interview.
i. MPhil. Packaging Technology and Management
Candidates must have a good Bachelor’s degree in Science, Social Sciences,
Art or Business Administration.

ii. MPhil. Wood Science and Technology

Candidates must have a good Bachelor’s degree in Science related fields.

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B. COLLEGE OF ART AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT iv. PhD. Architecture
Candidates must have a master’s degree in architecture from a recognised
• FACULTY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT
university. Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture holders following initial
registration on an MPhil Architecture programme may be considered for
1. Department of Architecture admission. Applicants who hold a First Class undergraduate degree from a
recognized university may also be considered for admission to the
i. MSc. Architecture (Top-up) One Year
MPhil/PhD programme if they are successful in the pre-admission
Candidates who have completed the Postgraduate Diploma (or higher) in interview. Candidates must have a minimum of two years’ relevant
Architecture and related fields of study from accredited/government industrial or research experience and must submit a research proposal of
recognised university may be admitted. Candidates must demonstrate 3,000 to 5,000 words as part of the admission requirements.
relevant experience as well as the capacity for undertaking advanced
academic study with at least an Undergraduate and Postgraduate cumulative 2. Department of Construction Technology and Management
weighted average in architectural studies of at least 60.00, and Portfolio of
architectural studies (or related fields) works. Candidates must pass a i. MSc. Construction Management
selection interview. ii. MPhil. Construction Management
ii. MArch (Master of Architecture) Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Lower Division)) in Building Technology, Post-graduate diploma (PGD)
Candidates must have Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture
in Architecture, Construction Technology and Management, Quantity
(minimum of Second Class (Upper Division)) from any accredited/
Surveying, and Construction Economics or Civil Engineering. Candidates
recognised university. Candidates with Second Class (Lower Division)
with an Architecture background must have obtained a PGD or MSc in
would be interviewed to ascertain their suitability for the programme. If they
Architecture or a registered qualification in Architecture. Candidates must
do not pass the interview, they would be attached to a recognized
attend and pass a selection interview. Candidates must submit a sustainable
architectural firm for a year before being admitted for the programme. This
proposal and workable programme that fit into the construction industry.
year of attachment would be integrated into the candidate’s National Service
Candidates applying for the MPhil will be admitted in the MSc.
period. Candidates who obtain only a Pass would automatically be made to
Construction Management programme in the first year and may be upgraded
go out for a year attachment/National Service before being allowed into the
to the MPhil in the second year after a satisfactory performance.
M. Arch programme.
iii. MSc. Procurement Management
iii. MPhil Architectural Studies – Two Years
iv. MPhil. Procurement Management
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division)) in Architecture from a recognised university. Candidates must
Division)) in any field/discipline. Candidates must attend and pass a
have a one-year relevant industrial or research experience and must show
selection interview. Candidates must submit a sustainable proposal and
strong research abilities. Candidates must submit a research proposal of
workable programme that fits into the construction industry. Candidates
3,000 to 5,000 words as part of the admission requirements.
applying for the MPhil will be admitted in the MSc. Procurement
Management programme in the first year and may be upgraded to the MPhil
in the second year after a satisfactory performance.

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v. PhD. Procurement Management x. PhD. Building Technology
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognised Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognised
institution in Procurement and Supply Chain Management. Candidates with institution in Architecture, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying and
a two-year Master’s degree in Construction Management are admissible. Construction Technology and management, and Civil Engineering.
Candidates shall demonstrate sufficient ability to undertake the programme. Candidates with a two-year Master’s degree in Construction Management
Candidates must attend and pass a selection interview. Candidates must are admissible. Candidates shall demonstrate sufficient ability to undertake
submit a sustainable research proposal and workable programme. Evidence the programme. Candidates must have a minimum of two years relevant
of publication will be an added advantage. industrial or research experience. Candidates must attend and pass a
selection interview. Candidates must submit a sustainable research proposal
vi. MSc. Project Management (One Year) and a workable programme.
vii. MPhil. Project Management
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class xi. PhD. Construction Management
(Lower Division)) in any field/discipline. Candidates must have a minimum Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognised
of two years’ relevant industrial or research experience. Candidates must institution in Architecture, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying and
attend and pass a selection interview. Candidates must submit a researchable Construction Technology and management, and Civil Engineering.
thesis proposal and a workable programme. Candidates applying for the Candidates with a two-year Master’s degree in Construction Management
MPhil will be admitted in the MSc. Project Management programme in the are admissible. Candidates shall demonstrate sufficient ability to undertake
first year and may be upgraded to the MPhil in the second year after a the programme. Candidates must attend and pass a selection interview.
satisfactory performance. Candidates must submit a sustainable research proposal and workable
programme. Evidence of publication will be an added advantage.
viii. PhD. Project Management
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognised
institution in any field. Candidates with a two-year Master’s degree in 3. Department of Planning
Construction Management are admissible. Candidates shall demonstrate
sufficient ability to undertake the programme. Candidates must attend and i. MSc. Development Planning and Management (SPRING) (Accra
pass a selection interview. Candidates must submit a sustainable research and Kumasi Centres - Weekend)
proposal and a workable programme. Evidence of publication will be an ii. MPhil. Development Planning and Management (SPRING) (Accra
added advantage. and Kumasi Centres - Weekend)
ix. MPhil. Building Technology Students under this programme are initially enrolled in the Master of
Science stage of the programme, with a duration of twelve (12) calendar
Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class months, ran in three (3) sessions of four (months) each. A successful
(Lower Division)) in Architecture (Pg., DIP, MSc), Building Technology, completion of this stage, with passes in all taught courses and submission of
Construction Technology and Management, Quantity Surveying and a short dissertation will lead to the award of a Master of Science degree in
Construction Economics, MTech, and Civil Engineering. Candidates shall Development Planning and Management. Those who obtain CWA of 70%
demonstrate sufficient ability to undertake the programme and must or more at the end of the first year, may progress as MPhil Development
submit a sustainable research proposal and workable programme. In Planning and Management candidates for the second year, of another twelve
addition, candidates must attend and pass an interview.

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(12) calendar months. Such candidates would spend the academic year budgeting offices, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies as well
writing their theses and will be expected to complete the programme by the as the private sector. Applicants must have with a bachelor’s degree in the
end of the second year. Second-Class Division and above or its equivalent in the following
programmes from recognized institutions are encouraged to apply:
The MSc/MPhil. Development Planning and Management (SPRING) is Planning, Development Studies, Integrated Development Studies,
opened to Planners, Managers, Administrators, and other professionals. Geography, Environmental Studies Social Studies, Sociology, Land
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in the Second-Class Division and Economy, Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Economics, Civil
above or its equivalent from recognized institutions in the following Engineering, Business and Public Administration, and any other relevant
programmes: Planning, Development Studies, Integrated Development programmes
Studies, Geography, Environmental Studies, Social Studies, Sociology, Applicants with post-graduation experience in industry or research may
Land Economy, Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Economics, have an added advantage. All applicants must pass selection interviews
Civil Engineering, Business and Public Administration or other relevant before gaining admission. Students enrolled in the DEPP programme are
programmes. required to pay WEEKEND fee approved by the University.
Applicants with post-graduation experience in industry or research may
have an added advantage. All applicants must pass selection interviews
before gaining admission. Students enrolled in the SPRING programme are v. MSc. Development Studies (Kumasi Centres - Weekend)
required to pay WEEKEND fee approved by the University. vi. MPhil. Development Studies (Kumasi Centres - Weekend)
Students under this programme All students admitted are initially enrolled
in the Master of Science stage of the programme, with a duration of
iii. MSc. Development Policy and Planning (Kumasi Centres - Programme. After twelve (12) calendar months, ran in three (3) sessions of
Weekend) four (months) each. A successful completion of this stage, with passes in all
iv. MPhil. Development Policy and Planning (Kumasi Centres - taught courses and submission of a short dissertation will lead to the award
Weekend) of, students who pass all the required courses will be awarded a Master of
Students under this programme are initially enrolled in the Master of Science degree in Development Planning and Management. Those who
Science stage of the programme, with a duration of twelve (12) calendar obtain CWA of 70% or more at the end of the first year, may progress as
months, ran in three (3) sessions of four (months) each. A successful MPhil Development Planning and Management candidates for the second
completion of this stage, with passes in all taught courses and submission of year, of another twelve (12) calendar months. Such candidates would spend
a short dissertation will lead to the award of a Master of Science degree in the academic year writing their theses and will be expected to complete the
Development Planning and Management. Those who obtain CWA of 70% programme by the end of the second year.
or more at the end of the first year, may progress as MPhil Development The MSc/MPhil. Development Studies is opened to Planners, Managers,
Planning and Management candidates for the second year, of another twelve Administrators, and other professionals. Applicants must have a bachelor’s
(12) calendar months. Such candidates would spend the academic year degree in the Second-Class Division and above or its equivalent from
writing their theses and will be expected to complete the programme by the recognized institutions in the following programmes: Planning,
end of the second year. Development Studies, Integrated Development Studies, Geography,
Environmental Studies, Social Studies, Sociology, Land Economy,
The MSc/MPhil programme is designed for a wide range of professionals
Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Economics, Civil
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Engineering, Business and Public Administration or other relevant Applicants for the MSc /MPhil Planning must have obtained First Class
programmes. Degrees or Second-Class Undergraduate degree in Development Planning,
Applicants with post-graduation experience in industry or research may Settlement Planning or any other related Planning degree from reputable
have an added advantage. All applicants must pass selection interviews institutions. Those whose degrees are not in Planning should not apply to
before gaining admission. Students enrolled in the MSc Development the MSc/MPhil Planning programme. Students enrolled in the MSc/MPhil
Studies programme are required to pay WEEKEND fee approved by the Planning programme are required to pay WEEKEND fees approved by the
University. University.
ix. MPhil. Transportation Planning (Kumasi Centres - Weekend)
vii. MSc. Planning (Kumasi Centres - Weekend)
viii. MPhil. Planning (Kumasi Centres - Weekend) x. MSc. Transportation Planning (Kumasi Centres - Weekend)
Students under this programme are initially enrolled in the Master of
Students under this programme All students admitted are initially enrolled Science stage of the programme, with a duration of twelve (12) calendar
in the Master of Science stage of the programme, with a duration of months, ran in three (3) sessions of four (months) each. A successful
Programme. After twelve (12) calendar months, ran in three (3) sessions of completion of this stage, with passes in all taught courses and submission of
four (months) each. A successful completion of this stage, with passes in all a short dissertation will lead to the award of a Master of Science degree in
taught courses and submission of a short dissertation will lead to the award Development Planning and Management. Those who obtain CWA of 70%
of, students who pass all the required courses will be awarded a Master of or more at the end of the first year, may progress as MPhil Development
Science degree in Development Planning and Management. Those who Planning and Management candidates for the second year, of another twelve
obtain CWA of 70% or more at the end of the first year, may progress as (12) calendar months. Such candidates would spend the academic year
MPhil Development Planning and Management candidates for the second writing their theses and will be expected to complete the programme by the
year, of another twelve (12) calendar months. Such candidates would spend end of the second year.
the academic year writing their theses and will be expected to complete the The programme targets young and mid-career professionals specializing or
programme by the end of the second year. seeking to specialize in Transportation Planning. Graduates of the
All applicants must pass selection interviews before gaining admission. Programme will fit in the Transportation Departments of the Metropolitan,
Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs); Transportation Ministries;
Applicants for MSc/MPhil Development Studies must have obtained First Private Transport Operator Organizations; Civil Engineering,
Class or Second-Class Undergraduate degree in the following academic Transportation Planning and Urban Planning Firms; and Academic and
backgrounds from reputable institutions: Planning, Development Studies, Research Institutions in Ghana and in Africa. Applicants must have with a
Integrated Development Studies, Geography, Environmental Studies, bachelor’s degree in the Second-Class Division and above or its equivalent
Social Studies, Sociology, Land Economy, Agriculture, Renewable in the following programmes from recognized institutions are encouraged
Natural Resources, Economics, Civil Engineering, Business and Public to apply: Planning, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics,
Administration, and other relevant programmes. In addition, applicants Geography, Architecture, Building Technology, Construction
must have written a thesis on contemporary planning issues at the Management, Development Studies and any field of specialization
undergraduate level. relevant to the programme from a recognized University.
Applicants who did not write thesis at the undergraduate level and those Candidates with B-Tech with at least 2 years’ working experience in the
who wrote group projects may only be admitted under special relevant disciplines may be admitted after passing an interview.
circumstances.

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Applicants with post-graduation experience in industry or research may The Department Board may grant direct admission into 2-year MPhil
have an added advantage. All applicants must pass selection interviews degrees in all the programmes listed under A above, if the following
before gaining admission. Students enrolled in the MSc Transportation admission requirements are met:
Planning programme are required to pay WEEKEND fee approved by the a. Applicant meets all the entry requirements stated under the programme of
University. choice (as listed under A above).
b. An applicant with First-Class (Hons) or a good Second-Class (Upper
xi. MPhil. Urban Management Studies Division) from a recognised institution; and had undertaken individual
Students under this programme All students admitted are initially enrolled undergraduate research, in partial fulfilment of his/her Bachelor’s degree
in the Master of Science stage of the programme, with a duration of may be considered for a direct entry into a 2-Year MPhil programme.
Programme. After twelve (12) calendar months, ran in three (3) sessions of c. Applicant presents an excellent research proposal and defends same at the
four (months) each. A successful completion of this stage, with passes in all selection interview – At the interview these group of applicants will be
taught courses and submission of a short dissertation will lead to the award intensively engaged on the focus of their proposed research and intended
of, students who pass all the required courses will be awarded a Master of contribution(s) to knowledge. Applicants must show considerable
Science degree in Development Planning and Management. Those who knowledge and experience in their proposed/chosen research. In addition,
obtain CWA of 70% or more at the end of the first year, may progress as applicants must proof themselves to be all-round candidates, who can
MPhil Development Planning and Management candidates for the second complete their taught courses and research in the 2-years allowed.
year, of another twelve (12) calendar months. Such candidates would spend d. Area(s) of proposed research fits into the Department’s research agenda
the academic year writing their theses and will be expected to complete the and supervisor can be assigned – At the selection interview, the relevance
programme by the end of the second year. of the proposed research to the Department’s broad research agenda will
The MSc/MPhil. Development Studies is opened to Planners, Managers, be determined [Please see the Department’s website for details of research
Administrators and other professionals. Applicants must have a bachelor’s themes]. An applicant with a well-written and excellently delivered
degree in the Second-Class Division and above or its equivalent from research proposal will be considered for a direct entry into a 2-year MPhil
recognized institutions in the following programmes: Planning, degree in his/her programme of choice, as listed under A above.
Development Studies, Integrated Development Studies, Geography,
Environmental Studies, Social Studies, Sociology, Land Economy,
xii. PhD. Development Studies
Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Economics, Civil
xiii. PhD. Planning
Engineering, Business and Public Administration or other relevant
programmes. Applicants must hold a Master of Philosophy degree in related disciplines
Applicants with post-graduation experience in industry or research may to be able to apply for any of the programmes above. Applicants with a two-
have an added advantage. All applicants must pass selection interviews year research-based master’s degree in any relevant discipline are eligible
before gaining admission. Students enrolled in the MSc Urban Management to apply to any of the programmes above. Applicants with a 1-year master’s
Studies programme are required to pay WEEKEND fee approved by the degree maybe considered for admission but would have to be admitted into
University. a one-year Master of Philosophy programme and would be eligible to be
upgraded to the PhD programme after a satisfactory performance.
Applicants for PhD (Development Studies) must hold a good Master of
NB: DIRECT ADMISSION INTO 2-YEAR MPHIL PROGRAMMES Philosophy degree in related disciplines or a relevant Master’s degree from
recognized universities. A good master’s degree in the following

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programmes is required for admission into the programme: Planning,
Development Studies, Integrated Development Studies, Geography, ii.Social and Economic Resilience Cluster
Environmental Studies, Social Studies, Sociology Land Economy, This cluster serves to document, analyse and test effective practices in urban
Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Economics, Civil resilience in terms of social infrastructure and services accessibility, and
Engineering and any other relevant programmes Applicants for the PhD economic development, paying special attention to urban sustainable
Planning programme must hold a good Master of Philosophy degree or a infrastructure services and economic measures, which are critical in
relevant Master’s degree in Planning from recognized universities. Those improving accessibility for, and wellbeing of, urban dwellers, particularly
whose degrees are not in Planning should not apply to the PhD Planning among the urban poor. The cluster will create evidence based on practical
programme. knowledge developed through research and stakeholders and communities
Applicants with post-graduation experience in industry and proven research for a paradigm shift in urban planning, encouraging improved and
backgrounds in publications in reputable journals have added advantage. All sustainable infrastructure provision and service delivery, and resilient local
applicants must pass through a competitive interview. Applicants are economy. Areas of research focus include:
encouraged to discuss their research proposals with a potential supervisor
prior to submitting their applications. Applicants must copy the Water and sanitation sustainability; Housing supply; Resilient cities
postgraduate director of such correspondence using the email address: through the smart social service delivery; Sustainable economic
planningpgsch@knust.edu.gh. development; Quality of life index and analysis; Infrastructure planning;
Heath and education systems; Urban agriculture.
These research proposals must fall within the four (4) research clustered
outlined below. iii.Governance, Social Justice and Inequality Cluster
This cluster focuses on analysing and promoting effective governance
i.Sustainable Transport and Future Urban Spaces Cluster models, processes and tools to deliver sustainable urban development in line
This research cluster focuses on promoting and advancing the efficient with current global trends (e.g., Sustainable Development Goals). The
planning and delivery of transport and land use services within the urban cluster aims to create an evidence base of practical knowledge and expertise
environments focusing on Ghanaian and other African cities through the use involved in researching and delivering urban governance, alongside
of spatially integrated information and communication technology, evaluation of such practices, to enable impact on education and policy,
emerging planning techniques, and smart cities model. A sustainable future gender and empowerment, and inequality and poverty. The cluster has the
urban space requires investments in human and social capital and aim to deliver more inclusive, participatory and effective governance,
transformation in transport system, and land use (spatial) planning to particularly in relation to the three universal trends of: gender and
promote spatially integrated, socio-economic advancement and empowerment; poverty dynamics and inequality; and social justice. Areas
environmental protection in the anthropocene. The research focuses on the of research focus include:
following areas:
Politics and planning; Participatory urbanism to empower citizen;
Urban mobility; Urbanisation; Land use/spatial planning; Transport Fostering partnerships and empowering women; urban safety and security;
infrastructure and services; Transport and road safety; Traffic segregation Prevention of urban violence, urban conflict and peace-building; Land
and urban development; Contestations and management of urban governance, Decentralization; Poverty, Vulnerability and Social inclusion;
environments; Intermediate mode of transport; Transport affordability and Community participation in urban planning;
access; Transport terminal development; Intelligent transport system;
Public transport system. iv.Climate Transformation and Environmental Sustainability Cluster

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This cluster brings together researchers and practitioners interested in how Economics and Planning from recognised institutions. Candidates with
planning and experience shape contemporary climate transformation qualifications not stated above must have a minimum of two (2) years of
responses and environmental sustainability regimes. It focuses on work experience in the real estate industry. Preference will be given to
understanding the relationship between people and their environments in candidates with a minimum of two years’ relevant industrial or research
this era of climate change. At the core of this interest is the desire to experience. All candidates must attend a selection interview and pass the
understand the complexities of people-place relationships. Specifically, interview before admission.
members of this cluster conduct research on aspects of the relationship
between people and their environments which have the potential to benefit ii. MSc. Land Governance and Policy (One Year)
the communities. Our research engages with contemporary dilemmas in Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
environmental and climate planning, around issues of: (Lower Division)) in Land Economy, Real Estate, Planning, Law,
Geomatic/Geodetic Engineering, Geography, Economics, Sociology,
Urban greenery; Natural resource management; Tourism studies; Reusing, Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources Management,
recycling, regenerating materials, producing and using renewable Construction Technology Management and other related degree from
energies; Regenerating the cultural heritage/landscape of cities; Waste recognised institutions. Preference will be given to candidates with a
management; Climate change adaptation; Natural disasters and climate minimum of two years’ relevant industrial or research experience. All
change; Flood management. candidates must attend a selection interview and pass the interview before
admission.
Upon admission, all students shall undertake a year’s course work which
they are expected to pass and obtained a CWA of 55 or above. Having iii. MSc. Facilities Management (One Year)
passed all course work and with a CWA of 55 or above, all PhD students Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
are required to take and pass a comprehensive examination administered by Division)) in Real Estate, Architecture, Building Technology, Business
the Department. Administration, Civil Engineering, Construction Management,
Construction Technology and Management, Estate Management,
PhD Candidates shall attend weekly Research Seminars and meet certain Information Technology, Interior Design, Landscape Design, Land
benchmarks set by the Department. Economy, Law, Planning, Project Management, Quantity Surveying and
All applicants who are currently working or those actively seeking for Construction Economics, Geography, Economics or other related degree
employment MUST NOT APPLY INTO THE FULL TIME from institutions of recognised standing. Applicants with B.Tech
PROGRAMME. Such applicants MUST apply to the Part-Time qualifications are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to
programmes. candidates with a minimum of two years relevant industrial or research
experience. All candidates must attend a selection interview and pass the
4. Department of Land Economy interview before admission.

i. MSc. Real Estate (One Year - Weekend) iv. PhD. Land Management and Governance
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognised
(Lower Division)) in Real Estate, Land Economy, Architecture, Business institution in Land Economy, Real Estate, Facilities Management, Planning,
Administration, Civil Engineering, Building Technology Construction Law, Geomatic Engineering, Geography, Economics, Sociology,
Management, Estate Management, Quantity Surveying and Construction Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources Management,

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Urban Management, Development Studies or other related degrees. iii. MSc. Creative Art Therapy
Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant work experience. iv. MPhil. Creative Art Therapy
Candidates must attend and pass a selection interview. Candidates must Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
submit a research proposal that focuses on the thematic areas of Land (Upper Division) in the Visual Arts, Art Education, Education, Architecture,
Management which shall be reviewed. Social Sciences, Biological Sciences, Psychology, Nursing, the Medical
Field, or any relevant discipline from a recognised university. Preference
would be given to candidates with work experience in a clinical,
• FACULTY OF ART rehabilitative, or educational setting (i.e. teaching experience). MPhil
candidates must show a strong research background and must submit a
research proposal of about 5000 words. Candidates must pass a selection
1. Department of Painting and Sculpture interview.
i. MFA. Fine Art and Curatorial Practice with options in;
v. PhD. Fine Art and Curatorial Practice with options in;
a. Painting
a. Painting
b. Sculpture
b. Sculpture
c. Expanded Fine Art
c. Expanded Fine Art Media
d. Curatorial Practice
d. Curatorial Practice
e. Painting and Sculpture
e. Painting and Sculpture
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
Candidates must have a master’s degree from a recognised university in the
(Lower Division) or its equivalent from a recognised university in the
relevant area of study. Candidates must also present a proposal of intended
relevant area of study. Candidates must also present a Portfolio of recent
research and pass a selection interview.
works and pass a selection interview.
vi. PhD. African Art and Culture
ii. MPhil. African Art and Culture
Candidates must have MA, MFA of MPhil degree in any Arts discipline
Candidates must have a BA/BFA/BEd degree (minimum of Second Class
from a recognised university. Candidates must show evidence of research
(Lower Division) in any Arts discipline or its equivalent from a recognised
scholarship, Thesis, Project Report, Journal, or other acceptable publication.
university. Candidates must pass (at least 65%) in research Methodology at
Candidates must submit a comprehensive Research Proposal on an
the undergraduate level. Candidates must submit a synopsis on an
appropriate topic in the Arts and pass a selection interview. Candidates must
appropriate topic that is relevant to arts and cultures of indigenous African
pass (70% and above) a written examination and interview to be determined
society and pass a selection interview. Candidates must pass (65% and
by the Departmental Board.
above) in a written examination and interview to be determined by the
Departmental Board.

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2. Department of Industrial Art vi. MPhil. Fashion Design Technology
i. MFA. Ceramics Candidates must have a BSc, BA, or BTech degree in Textile/Fashion with
a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) or its equivalent from an
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in BFA/BA in accredited institution. Admission into the programme will be based on the
Ceramics (minimum of Second Class (Upper Division). Candidates must assessment of the candidate’s portfolio. Candidates shall be required to
submit ten images of work (portfolio) and one-page artist statement and pass submit a research proposal and pass a selection interview.
a selection interview.
vii. PhD. Ceramic Technology
ii. MFA. Jewellery and Metalsmithing
Candidates must have a two-year research-based Master’s degree or its
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class equivalent in Ceramic Technology or any field of specialization relevant to
(Lower Division)) in Metalsmithing and/or Jewelry or its equivalent. the programme from a recognised university. Candidates shall be required
Admission into the programme will be based on the assessment of the to pass a selection interview. Candidates with qualifications in disciplines
candidates' Portfolio and artist statement. other than Ceramic, Materials Science and Engineering would be required
to audit some undergraduate to acquire aptitude for the programme.
iii. MFA. Textiles Design
Candidates shall be required to submit a research proposal and pass a
Candidates must have a BSc, BA, or BTech degree in Textile/Fashion with selection interview.
a minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) or its equivalent. Admission
into the programme will be based on the assessment of the candidate’s NB: All MFA programmes include research. International students from
portfolio. Candidates shall pass a selection interview. countries where English is not the official language will require proof of
English proficiency. (TOEFL or British Council, IELTS)
iv. MPhil. Textile Design Technology
viii. PhD Textile Design Technology
Candidates must have a BSc, BA, or BTech degree in Textile with a
minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) or its equivalent from an Candidates must have a two-year research-based Masters’ degree in Textile
accredited institution. Admission into the programme will be based on the (e.g. MFA/MPhil) or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
assessment of the candidate’s portfolio. Candidates shall be required to Admission into the programme will be based on the assessment of the
submit a research proposal and pass a selection interview. candidate’s portfolio. Candidates shall be required to submit a research
proposal and pass a selection interview.
v. MPhil. Ceramic Technology
ix. PhD Fashion Design Technology
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Lower Division)) or its equivalent in Ceramics, Materials Science, and Candidates must have a two-year research-based Masters’ degree in Fashion
Engineering or a related Engineering or Science field. Candidates with Design (e.g., MFA/MPhil) or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
qualifications in disciplines other than Ceramics, Materials Science, and Admission into the programme will be based on the assessment of the
Engineering may be required to audit some undergraduate courses to ensure candidate’s portfolio. Candidates shall be required to submit a research
that they have acquired aptitude in the Ceramics field. Candidates shall be proposal and pass a selection interview.
required to submit a research proposal and pass a selection interview.

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3. Department of Indigenous Art and Technology Studies, Communication and Media Studies, Journalism and Media,
Graphic Design, Printing Technology, etc. from a recognised institution.
i. MPhil. Integrated Art Preference would be given to candidates with a minimum of two years work
Areas of Specialization: experience. Candidates shall be required pass a selection interview.
• Fibres and Fabrics Technology iii. MPhil. Publishing Studies (Top-Up)
• Leather Technology
• Clay and Earthenware Technology Candidates must have MA Publishing Studies degree or MPhil degree from
• Woodworking Technology a related discipline with a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
• Metal Fabrication Technology (Lower Division)) in Publishing Studies. Preference would be given to
candidates with a minimum of three years work experience from the
• Rattan and Bamboo Technology
Publishing, Design, or Multimedia industries. Candidates shall be required
• Product Design Technology
pass a selection interview.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Upper Division)) in Integrated Rural Art and Industry or Bachelor’s degree
in design-based programmes such as Graphic Communication, Painting, ii. Department of Communication Design
Architecture, Computer Science and Engineering programmes or a closely
related field. Candidates with Master of Integrated Art and Industry degree i. MComm. Design
will be admitted to the Second Year of the MPhil programme. Candidates Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
with a Second Class (Lower Division) and considerable relevant Division)) in one of the pathway areas in Communication design or design-
professional experience may also apply. Admission into the programme will related programme. Candidates in addition, must have a minimum of two
be based on the assessment of the candidate’s portfolio and pass a selection years professional work experience, and further demonstrate the appropriate
interview in the areas of specialization. intellectual, creative, and personal qualities to pursue the programme.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate, through the submission and review
of a portfolio and through a selection interview, a level of knowledge and
4. Department of Publishing Studies competence appropriate to the demands of the programme, and to
demonstrate the potential to benefit from that study.
i. MA. Publishing Studies (One Year)
ii. MPhil. Communication Design
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Lower Division)) from a recognised institution. Other related qualifications Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
with work experience may be considered. Preference would be given to Division)) in one of the pathway areas in Communication design or design-
candidates with a minimum of two years of work experience. Candidates related programme. Candidates shall be required to submit a 2-page
shall be required to pass a selection interview. summary of proposal for which a competent supervisor is readily available.
Candidates shall be required to produce a good professional portfolio and
ii. MPhil. Publishing Studies pass a selection interview. Candidates shall be selected on the basis of a
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class body of work/proposal that will demonstrate an advanced understanding of
(Lower Division)) in Publishing Studies, English Language, the subject/area, sufficient knowledge and technical skill to realise
Communication Design, Information Studies, Information Science, Library intentions. Candidates shall be required to demonstrate evidence of

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commitment to the subject; research and intellectual curiosity, critical relevant to teaching, learning, and administration of the Arts, Vocational or
design-thinking; open-mindedness; the ability to collaborate, to engage in General Education. Candidates must pass an entrance examination and
research and debate, and respond communicatively to criticism. interview with a minimum of 65%.

iii. PhD. Visual Communication Design iv. Master of Education (M.Ed.) - General Education
(Regular/Sandwich)
Candidates must have a good two-year research-based Master’s degree
(MFA/MPhil) in Communication Design, Visual Communication, Graphic Candidates must have a BSc, BA, BFA or B.Ed. (minimum of Second Class
Design or a related area from an accredited institution. Candidates shall be (Lower Division)) degree in an appropriate field of study from a recognised
required to submit a summary of proposal that he/she intends to work on university. Candidates must have a minimum of 60% in Research
and for which a competent supervisor is readily available. Candidates shall Methodology and Thesis writing at the undergraduate level. Candidates with
be required to pass a selection interview. at least one year classroom teaching or school administration experience
would be at an advantage. A candidate who does not satisfy the requirement
stated above but is otherwise adjudged suitable by the Department Board,
shall, where practicable, be interviewed and in addition may be required to
• FACULTY OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES take an entrance examination.

v. MSc. Educational Innovation and Leadership Science

1. Department of Educational Innovations in Science and Technology
(Regular/Sandwich)
i. MA. Art Education Candidates must have a BA, BFA or B.Ed. (minimum of Second Class
Candidates must have a BA, BFA or B.Ed (minimum of Second Class (Lower Division)) degree in any discipline. Candidates must have a
(Lower Division)) degree in any Visual Arts discipline. Candidates must minimum of 60% in Research Methodology and Thesis writing at the
have at least 60% in Research Methodology and Thesis Writing at the undergraduate level. Candidates must have at least one year classroom
undergraduate level. At least one-year teaching or school administration teaching or school administration experience.
experience would be an advantage.
vi. MPhil. Educational Innovation and Leadership Science
ii. MPhil. Art Education (General and Specialisation) (Regular/Weekend)
Candidates must have a BA, BFA or B.Ed (minimum of Second Class Candidates must have an MA in Education, M.Ed., MSc or a B.Ed.
(Lower Division)) degree in any Visual Arts discipline. Candidates must (minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) in any discipline. Candidates
have at least 60% in Research Methodology and Thesis Writing at the must have a minimum of 60% in Research in Methodology and Thesis
undergraduate level. Candidates must submit a research proposal on an writing at the postgraduate or undergraduate level. Candidates must submit
appropriate topic that is relevant to teaching, learning, and administration of research proposal on an appropriate topic that is relevant to teaching,
the Arts, Vocational or General Education. Candidates must pass an learning and administration or General Education and a Statement of
entrance examination and interview with a minimum of 65%. Purpose of about 500 to 700 words. Candidates must have at least one-year
classroom teaching or school administration experience.
iii. MPhil. Art Education (Top-Up)
Candidates must have a MA, MFA, MComm from a recognised university.
Candidates must submit a research proposal on an appropriate topic that is

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vii. PhD. Art Education (General and Specialisation)
Candidates must have an MPhil in Fine Art, Art Education, or any Visual iii. EDD. Educational Planning and Administration (Regular)
Arts discipline from a recognized university. Candidates must show
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree with a CGPA of 3.0 or CWA of 60
evidence of a research scholarship: Thesis, Project Report, Journal article or or above in any Education discipline or related field. Candidates must have
other acceptable publication. Candidates must also submit a comprehensive a professional education certificate (Masters in Higher Education Pedagogy,
research proposal on an appropriate topic in any Visual Arts discipline or Postgraduate Diploma in Education, Diploma in Education). Candidate with
Arts Administration. Candidates must pass an entrance examination and relevant professional experience in educational administration,
interview with a minimum of 70%. management, and leadership not less than three (3) years. In addition,
candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.
iv. MPhil. Mathematics Education (Regular/Weekend - 2 years)
2. Department of Teacher Education Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 3.0 or CWA of 60
i. MPhil. Educational Planning and Administration or better in Mathematics Education or any related discipline. Candidates
(Regular/Weekend – 2 years) with a Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 3.0 or CWA of 60 or better in
Mathematics or any related discipline and has a MEd in Education, PGD in
Candidates with a good first degree with a CGPA of 3.0 or CWA of 60 and Education or Diploma in Education may enrol on the programme.
above in any education discipline or related field may enrol on the MPhil in Candidates with MEd/MSc/MA in Mathematics Education or any related
Educational Planning and Administration for two years. Candidates with a area (without research) from a recognized university with a CGPA of above
good first degree in a non-education related area and possessing a 2.5 or CWA of 60 may enrol on the programme. In addition, candidates will
professional educational certificate (e.g., Master of Education, Postgraduate be required to attend a selection interview.
Diploma in Education, or Diploma in Education may enrol in the MPhil v. MPhil. Mathematics Education Top-Up (Weekend - 1 year)
(Educational Planning and administration) programme. In addition,
Online for the first semester and Weekend face-to-face the for second
candidates will be required to attend a selection interview.
semester. Candidates with M.Ed. in Mathematics Education (with/without
ii. MPhil. Educational Planning and Administration Top-Up thesis) from a recognized university with a GPA of above 2.5 and have taken
(Weekend - 1 year) and passed a course in research methods at the master's level may apply to
join in 2nd year for a top-up for the Master of Philosophy degree in
Candidates with M.Ed./MSc/MA in educational administration or any Mathematics Education.
related area (with/without thesis) from a recognized university with a CGPA Candidates with either MSc in Mathematics. MSc in Statistics or any related
of above 2.5 and have taken and passed a course in research methods at the area (with/without thesis) from a recognized university with a CGPA of
master’s level may apply to join in 2nd year for a top-up for the Master of above 2.5 and have taken and passed a course in research methods at the
Philosophy degree in Planning and Administration. In addition, candidates master's level and possesses a professional education certificate (e.g.,
will be required to attend a selection interview. Masters in Higher Education Pedagogy, Postgraduate Diploma in
Education, Diploma in Education) may apply to join in 2nd year for a top-
up for the Master of Philosophy degree in Mathematics Education. In
addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection interview.

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 and has an MED in Education, PGD in education or Diploma in Education
may enrol on the programme. Candidates with MEd/MSc in any ICT related
vi. MPhil. Language Education and Literacy discipline without research from a recognized university with a CGPA of
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 3.0 or CWA of 60 above 2.5 or CWA of 60 and has a MEd in Education, PGD in education or
or better in any Language Education related discipline from a recognised Diploma in Education may enrol on the programme. In addition, candidates
university. Candidates with Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 3.0 or CWA will be required to attend a selection interview.
of 60 or better in any Language related discipline from a recognised
university and has a MEd in Education, ix. MPhil. ICT Education Top-Up (Weekend – 1 year)
Online for the first semester and Weekend face-to-face the for second
in education or Diploma in Education may enrol on the programme. semester. Candidates with M.Ed. in ICT Education (with/without thesis)
Candidates with MEd/MSc/MA in Language Education or any related area from a recognized university with a CGPA of above 2.5 and have taken and
(without research) from a recognized university with a CGPA of above 2.5 passed a course in research methods at the master's level may apply to join
or CWA of 60 may enrol on the programme. In addition, candidates will be in 2nd year for a top-up for the Master of Philosophy degree in ICT
required to attend a selection interview. Education.
Candidates with either MSc. (Computer Science), MSc. (Information
vii. MPhil. Language Education and Literacy (Top-Up)
Technology) or MSc. (ICT) or any related area (with/without thesis from a
Online for the first semester and Weekend face-to-face the for second recognized university with a CGPA of above 2.5 and have taken and passed
semester. Candidates with M.Ed. in Language and Literacy Education a course in research methods at the master's level and also possess a
(with/without thesis) from a recognized university with a GPA of above 2.5 professional education certificate (eg Masters in Higher Education
and have taken and passed a course in research methods at the master's level Pedagogy, Postgraduate Diploma in Education, Diploma in Education) may
may apply to join in 2nd year for a top-up for the Master of Philosophy apply to join in 2nd year for a top-up for the Master of Philosophy degree in
degree in Language and Literacy Education. ICT Education. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection
Candidates with MA in Akan, English language, French, Spanish, Russian, interview.
Swahili, Arabic, Ewe, Ga, Hausa or any related area from a recognized
university with a CGPA of above 2.5 (with/ without thesis) and have taken x. MPhil. Science Education (Regular/Weekend – 2 years)
and passed a course in research methods at the master's level and possesses Candidates with BEd. Science Education, BEd. Biology Education, BEd.
a professional education certificate (eg Masters in Higher Education Physics Education or BEd. Chemistry Education with CGPA of 3.0 or CWA
Pedagogy, Postgraduate Diploma in Education, Diploma in Education) may of 60 or better from a recognised university may enrol on the programme.
apply to join in 2nd year for a top-up for the Master of Philosophy degree in Candidates with BSc. Physics, Chemistry or Biology with CGPA of 3.0 or
Language and Literacy Education. In addition, candidates will be required CWA of 60 or better from a recognised university and has a MEd in
to attend a selection interview. Education, PGD in Education or Diploma in Education may enrol on the
programme. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection
viii. MPhil. ICT Education (Regular/Weekend – 2 years)
interview.
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 3.0 or CWA of 60
or better in any ICT in Education related discipline from a recognised xi. MPhil. Science Education Top-Up (Weekend – 1 year)
university. Candidates with Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 3.0 or CWA Online for the first semester and Weekend face-to-face the for second
of 60 or better in any ICT related discipline from a recognised university semester. Candidates with M.Ed. in Science Education (with/without thesis)

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from a recognized university with a GPA of above 2.5 and have taken and Bachelor’s degree in a non-education related area but has a MEd in
passed a course in research methods at the master's level may apply to join Education, PGD in Education or Diploma in Education. In addition,
in 2nd year for a top-up for the Master of Philosophy degree in Science candidates will be required to attend a selection interview.
Education.
Candidates with M.Ed. in Science Education (with/without thesis) from a iii. MEd. Mathematics Education
recognized university with a GPA of above 2.5 and have taken and passed Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics Education or any
a course in research methods at the master's level may apply to join in 2nd related discipline or a good Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics or
year for a top-up for the Master of Philosophy degree in Science Education. Actuarial Science or any related discipline and has a MEd in Education,
In addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection interview. PGD in Education or Diploma in Education. In addition, candidates will be
required to attend a selection interview.
xii. PhD. Science Education (Regular)
iv. MEd. ICT Education
xiii. PhD. ICT Education (Regular)
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any ICT Education related
xiv. PhD. Mathematics Education (Regular) discipline from a recognised university OR Candidates with a good
xv. PhD. Language and Literacy Education (Regular) Bachelor’s degree in any ICT-related discipline from a recognised
university and have an MEd in Education, PGD in Education or Diploma in
xvi. PhD. Educational Planning and Administration (Regular) Education. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection
Candidates with MPhil in Educational Planning, Management, Leadership interview.
or Administration or any related area from a recognised university and with
v. MEd. Science Education (Online)
a CGPA of 3.0 or CWA of 60 or higher. Candidates must have a professional
education certificate (Masters in Higher Education Pedagogy, Postgraduate Candidates must have a BEd. Science Education, BEd. Biology Education,
Diploma in Education, Diploma in Education). BEd. Physics Education or BEd. Chemistry Education from a recognised
university. Candidates with BSc. Physics, Chemistry or Biology with CGPA
SANDWICH PROGRAMMES (TO BE RUN ONLINE AND FACE- of 3.0 or CWA of 60 or better from a recognised university and has a MEd
TO-FACE DURING GES VACATION) in Education, PGD in Education or Diploma in Education may enrol on the
programme. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and pass a
i. Masters in Higher Education Pedagogy selection interview.
Candidates with a non-education bachelor’s degree from an accredited vi. Post Graduate Diploma in Education
institution with a CGPA of 2.5 or a CWA of 50.0 which is second-class
lower or better. Candidate MUST be a lecturer, tutor, or instructor in a Candidates with a non-education bachelor’s degree from an accredited
tertiary institution. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a institution with a CGPA of 2.5 or a CWA of 50.0 which is second class
selection interview. lower or better. Candidate should be a teacher or have intentions of teaching
at any level of Ghana’s education system.
ii. MEd. Educational Planning and Administration (Online)
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with a CGPA of 2.5 or CWA of
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vii. MEd. Language Education and Literacy shall, where applicable be interviewed for admission. Candidates shall be
interviewed by an admissions committee and those who have relevant
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any Language Education
experience, and qualification and pass the interview will be admitted.
related discipline from a recognised university. Candidates with a good
Bachelor’s degree in any Language related discipline from a recognised
v. PhD. Geotechnical Engineering
university and has a MEd in Education, PGD in Education or Diploma in
Candidates must have in Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering,
Education may enrol on the programme. In addition, candidates will be
Geological Engineering, and other relevant disciplines, with a cumulative
required to attend a selection interview.
weighted average of at least 60, from a recognized University. Candidates
with some publications in a journal as first authors have an advantage.
Candidates must provide evidence of current and previous employment.
Candidates shall be interviewed by an admissions committee and those who
C. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING have relevant experience, qualification and pass the interview will be
admitted.
• FACULTY OF CIVIL AND GEO-ENGINEERING
vi. PhD. Structural Engineering
1. Department of Civil Engineering Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and other
relevant disciplines, with an average of at least 60, from a recognized
University. Candidates with some publications in a journal as first authors
i. MSc. Geotechnical Engineering (Regular, Weekend) have an advantage. Candidates must provide evidence of current and
ii. MPhil. Geotechnical Engineering (Full-Time) previous employment. Candidates shall be interviewed by an admissions
committee and those who have relevant experience, qualification and pass
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class the interview will be admitted.
Upper Division) or its equivalent in Civil Engineering, Geological
Engineering, or any field relevant to the programme from a recognized
University. Candidates with other qualifications shall be interviewed by an WORLD BANK AFRICA CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE (ACE)
admissions committee and, if necessary, may be required to take a written REGIONAL WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION
examination before admission. Candidates shall be interviewed by an CENTRE KUMASI (RWESCK)
admissions committee and those who have relevant experience, and
qualifications and pass the interview will be admitted. vii. MSc. Disaster Prevention and Management (Regular, Weekend)
viii. MSc. Water Engineering (Regular, Weekend)
iii. MSc. Structural Engineering (Regular, Weekend) ix. MSc. Water Resources Engineering and Management (Regular,
iv. MPhil. Structural Engineering (Full-Time) Weekend)
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class x. MPhil. Water Resources Engineering and Management (Full-
Honours Upper Division) or its equivalent in BSc Civil Engineering from a Time)
recognized University. Admission may be offered to applicants with Second Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
Class (Lower Division) degree provided they have considerable relevant Upper Division) or its equivalent in Civil Engineering, Environmental
professional experience. A candidate who does not satisfy the above Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geomatic
requirements but is otherwise adjudged suitable by the Departmental Board Engineering, Applied Physics, Water Resources Management, Natural

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Resources Management or any field relevant to the water resources (for • Waste engineering: waste processing technology to enhance industrial
Disaster Prevention and Management – any discipline with experiences symbiosis and eco-efficiency in circular economy, Low-cost on-site
relevant to disasters) from a recognized University. Candidates shall be sanitation toilet technologies, Innovative waste treatment and conversion
interviewed by an admissions committee and those who have relevant technology such as waste-to-green energy, waste-to-fertilizers with
experience, qualification and pass the interview will be admitted. nutrients amendments, and food waste-to-animal feed, thermal treatment
and bio-adsorbents for faecal sludge treatment and odour control,
xi. MSc. Water Supply Engineering and Management (Regular, remediation of industrial wastewater and remediation of artisanal mining
Weekend) sites.
xii. MSc. Environmental Sanitation and Waste Management
(Regular, Weekend)
xiii. MSc. Water Supply and Environmental Sanitation (Full-Time)
xiv. MPhil. Water Supply and Environmental Sanitation (Full-Time) xvi. PhD. Water Resources Management
Candidates must have in Master’s degree in Water Resources,
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Environmental Engineering, Agricultural Engineering (Soil and Water
Upper Divisions) or its equivalent from a recognized University in Civil Engineering option), Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Natural Resources,
Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geomatic Mathematics, and other relevant physical science disciplines, with a
Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, cumulative weighted average of at least 60, from a recognized University.
or any field relevant to the water supply and environmental sanitation from Candidates with some publications in journals as first author have an
a recognized University. Candidates shall be interviewed by an admissions advantage. Candidates shall be interviewed by an admissions committee and
committee and those who have relevant experience, qualification and pass those who have relevant experience, qualification and pass the interview
the interview will be admitted. will be admitted. Candidates must submit a research proposal on the
following research themes and prepare for presentation at selection
xv. PhD. Environmental Sanitation and Waste Management interview:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Water and Sanitation, Civil • Digital Solutions: Computational flow dynamics (CFD), digital real-time
Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental systems, artificial intelligence and data analytics, tools and innovative
science/management, Chemical Engineering, chemistry and other relevant technologies, GIS, remote sensing technology, web-based application for
physical science disciplines, with a cumulative weighted average of at least water resources management.
60, from a recognized University. Candidates with some publications in • Climate resilience systems: Climate resilience water resources
journals as first authors have an advantage. Candidates shall be interviewed management, Water Management, hydrological modelling, flood
by an admissions committee and those who have relevant experience, management, and urban water cycle management, irrigation water
qualification and pass the interview will be admitted. Candidates must management, soil moisture dynamics modelling,
submit a research proposal on the following research themes and prepare for • Groundwater hydrogeology: managed-aquifer recharge, groundwater
presentation at the selection interview: recharge modelling, optimising soil moisture dynamics, and isotope for
• Digital Solutions: Digital innovations in faecal sludge, wastewater and water management.
solid waste management using GIS-web-based and IoT integrated systems,
artificial intelligence and data analytics, digital solutions in sanitation
management,

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xvii. PhD. Water Supply and Treatment Technology by an admissions committee and those who have relevant experience,
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Water and Sanitation qualification and pass the interview will be admitted.
Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering (Water
Treatment), Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and other xxi. MSc. Transport Systems (Urban Transport and Operations)
relevant physical science disciplines, with a cumulative weighted average xxii. MPhil. Transport Systems (Urban Transport and Operations)
of at least 60, from a recognized University. Candidates with some Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
publications in journals as first authors have an advantage. Candidates shall Upper Divisions) or its equivalent from a recognized University in
be interviewed by an admissions committee and those who have relevant Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Planning, Architecture, Building
experience, qualification and pass the interview will be admitted. Technology, Construction Management, Development Studies, Geography
Candidates must submit a research proposal on the following research or any engineering discipline related to transport. Candidates whose
themes and prepare for presentation at the selection interview: qualifications do not directly align with the above requirements will have
• Digital Water Solutions: GIS, remote sensing, web-based application their academic transcripts assessed and, if found acceptable, will be invited
for water supply system management, digital real-time systems, to an interview. Candidates shall be interviewed by an admissions
Optimising water supply systems management with data analytics and committee and those who have relevant experience in the transport sector,
Artificial Intelligence applications and SMART water instrumentation, qualification and pass the interview will be admitted.
and the application of tools and technology for water distribution
leakage reduction and non-revenue water management, 2. Department of Geomatic Engineering
• Water treatment: Removal of water contaminants using innovative
nanomaterials, membrane modules and adsorbents (metal-oxide coated i. MSc. Geomatic Engineering
media and zeolites) in drinking water treatment, membrane technology ii. MPhil. Geomatic Engineering
and membrane modules development, Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division)) or its equivalent from a recognised University in the relevant field
WORLD BANK AFRICA CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE (ACE) of study. Candidates shall be required to pass a selection interview to
REGIONAL TRANSPORT RESEARCH AND EDUCATION determine their suitability and preparedness or otherwise for the
CENTRE KUMASI (TRECK) programme.

xviii. PhD. Highway & Transportation Engineering iii. MSc. Geographic Information System
iv. MPhil. Geographic Information System
xix. MSc. Transport Systems (Infrastructure and Engineering)
xx. MPhil. Transport Systems (Infrastructure and Engineering)
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Upper Divisions) or its equivalent from a recognized University in Civil Division)) or its equivalent from a recognised university in Engineering,
Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geomatic Engineering and any other Surveying, Architecture, Building Technology, Planning, Land Economy,
engineering discipline related to transport, with good mathematical skills. Real Estate, Agriculture, Landscape Design & Management, Natural
Candidates whose qualifications do not directly align with the above Resource Management, Forest Resource Technology, Computer Science,
requirements will have their academic transcripts assessed and, if found Environmental Science, Meteorology and Climate Science, or Geography
acceptable, will be invited to an interview. Candidates shall be interviewed and Rural Development. Candidates with Pass in any of the areas listed

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above must have in addition, a minimum of two (2) years post-graduate iv. PhD. Geological Engineering
industrial work experience. Candidates shall be required to pass a selection Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent in Geology,
interview to determine their suitability and preparedness or otherwise for Geological Engineering or any earth science related field from a recognised
the programme. institution, and must provide evidence of adequate training and ability to
v. PhD. Geomatic Engineering undertake a proposed research. In addition, candidates will be required to
attend a selection interview.
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Geomatic Engineering or its
equivalent from a recognised Institution and shall submit evidence of • FACULTY OF ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING
adequate training and ability to undertake the proposed programme.
Candidates shall be required to pass a selection interview to determine their
suitability and preparedness or otherwise for the programme. 1. Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
i. MPhil. Power Systems Engineering
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (BSc/BEng) (minimum of Second
3. Department of Geological Engineering
Class (Lower Division)) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
i. MSc. Geophysical Engineering Disciplines from a recognised University. In addition, candidates will be
required to attend a selection interview.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Upper Division)) or its equivalent in Geological Engineering, Civil ii. PhD. Electric & Electronic Engineering
Engineering, Mining Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Geophysics,
Physics, Geology, Earth Science, Agricultural Engineering or any field of Candidates must have a MSc/MEng/MPhil degree in Power Systems
specialisation relevant to the programme from a recognised University. Engineering or Electrical and Electronic Engineering from a recognised
Candidates with a Second Class (Lower Division) must have at least three University. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection
(3) years of relevant experience. Candidates with degrees in other interview.
engineering/science disciplines (e.g. Agricultural Science, Mathematics,
Electrical Engineering, etc.) may be required to take prerequisite courses to 2. Department of Computer Engineering
make up for deficiencies in undergraduate geological sciences. In addition,
candidates will be required to attend a selection interview. i. MPhil. Computer Engineering
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
ii. MSc. Geological Engineering
(Upper Division)) or its equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electrical and
iii. MPhil. Geological Engineering Electronic Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering or any field of
specialisation relevant to the programme from a recognised University.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
Candidates who do not meet the above requirement may be admitted subject
(Upper Division)) or its equivalent in Geological Engineering, Geology or
to passing a selection interview. Such candidates may be required to take
any earth science related field from a recognised University. Candidates
some recommended courses to make up for deficiencies which may be
with Second Class (Lower Division) in Geological Engineering, Geology or
identified as a result of their background.
any earth science related field from a recognised University must have at
least three (3) years of relevant experience. In addition, candidates will be
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ii. PhD. Computer Engineering • FACULTY OF MECHANICAL & CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Candidates must have a Master’s degree (MSc/MPhil) or its equivalent in
Computer Engineering, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, 1. Department of Chemical Engineering
Telecommunication Engineering or any field of specialisation relevant to
the programme from a recognised University. Candidates who do not meet i. MPhil. Chemical Engineering
this requirement may be admitted subject to passing a selection interview. Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
Such candidates may be required to take some recommended courses to Division)) in Chemical Engineering or other engineering/science disciplines.
make up for deficiencies which may be identified as a result of their Consideration would also be given to candidates with Second Class (Lower
background. Division) with at least three years of relevant work experience. All candidates
shall be required to submit a synopsis of their research proposal, clearly
International students from countries where English is not the official stating the member(s) of staff willing to supervise the research. All
language must have proof of English proficiency from an internationally candidates will be required to pass a selection interview and demonstrate the
approved English examination (IELTS, TOEFL etc.). or be available to ability to fund or prove their source funds for their research.
attend a three (3) months English Language course.
ii. PhD. Chemical Engineering
Candidates must have a Master’s degree (MSc/MPhil) in a relevant field
3. Department of Telecommunication Engineering from a recognized university. The Bachelor’s degree of the applicant should
not be lower than a Second Class (Upper Division) or its equivalent in
i. MPhil. Telecommunication Engineering
Chemical Engineering or related fields. All candidates will be required to
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class pass a selection interview and demonstrate the ability to fund or prove their
(Upper Division)) in Telecommunication Engineering, Electrical/Electronic source funds for their research. All candidates shall be required to submit a
Engineering, Computer Engineering, Sciences or Mathematics disciplines
synopsis of their research proposal.
from a recognised University. Candidates who have Second Class (Lower
Division) from KNUST and those who did not obtain their degrees from
KNUST would be required to pass a selection interview. Candidates from
Science or Mathematics disciplines would be required to take sufficient 2. Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
Engineering background courses from the undergraduate level.
i. MPhil. Agricultural Machinery Engineering
ii. PhD. Telecommunication Engineering ii. MPhil. Agro-Environmental Engineering
iii. MPhil. Bioengineering
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in Telecommunication iv. MPhil. Food and Post-Harvest Engineering
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering from a v. MPhil. Soil and Water Engineering
recognised University. Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum
of Second Class (Upper Division)).
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division) in Agricultural Engineering or other related Engineering
disciplines. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
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Postharvest must have a minimum of two years relevant post qualification 3. Department of Mechanical Engineering
work experience. Candidates must pass a selection interview.
i. MPhil. Mechanical Eng. (Thermo-Fluids and Energy Systems)
vi. MPhil. Intellectual Property (MIP) ii. MPhil. Mechanical Eng. (Applied Mechanics)
iii. MPhil. Mechanical Eng. (Design and Manufacturing)
This programme is jointly offered by the African Regional Intellectual iv. MPhil. Renewable Energy Technologies
Property Organisation (ARIPO), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science
and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi and the Intellectual Property Office of Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
Ghana. The Programme adopts a comparative approach, with particular Division)) in Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines from a
emphasis on Africa. Lectures are given by leading academics, intellectual recognised University. Candidates with a Second Class (Lower Division)
property practitioners, intellectual property officers, the European Union must have at least two (2) years industrial experience and must pass a
Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and other experts drawn from across selection interview.
Africa.
v. MPhil. Mechanical Eng. (Thermo-Fluids and Energy Systems) Top-
With a view to contributing to the development of human resources in the Up
field of Intellectual Property in Africa, ARIPO will provide 5 scholarships vi. MPhil. Mechanical Eng. (Applied Mechanics) Top-Up
for successful applicants. The scholarship shall cover the cost of a return vii. MPhil. Mechanical Eng. (Design and Manufacturing) Top-Up
air ticket, boarding and lodging at KNUST, tuition fees, registration fees
and medical insurance. Candidates must have a one-year taught masters or two-year taught masters’
degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering disciplines from a
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class recognised university.
(Lower Division)) from a recognised university in any discipline and a
minimum of two (2) years work experience. International students from viii. PhD. Mechanical Engineering
countries where English is not the official language will require proof of ix. PhD. Sustainable Energy Technologies
English proficiency from an internationally approved English examination Candidates must have a good Masters (research based) degree in
(IELTS, TOEFL etc.). Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from a recognised University.
Candidates are required to submit good research proposal with a maximum
vii. PhD Agricultural Machinery Engineering
of one thousand words and pass a selection interview.
viii. PhD Agro-Environmental Engineering
ix. PhD Bioengineering
x. PhD Food and Post-Harvest Engineering
xi. PhD Soil and Water Engineering 4. Department of Materials Engineering
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in the relevant specialisation i. MPhil. Environmental Resources Management
from a recognised university. Candidates may gain direct entry or undergo
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
a selection interview prior to admission into the programme. Candidates
(Upper Division)) or its equivalent in Mineral Processing, Material Science
must provide an outline of research proposal (synopsis) and statement of
and Engineering, Architecture, Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources,
purpose.
and Science. Candidates with Second Class (Lower Division) would be
interviewed before admission. Candidates must also have some industrial

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experience. Candidates with other degrees but with a minimum of five (5) D. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
years of related work experience would be interviewed before admission.
• FACULTY OF PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL
ii. MPhil. Materials Engineering SCIENCES
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Upper Division)) or equivalent in Engineering and Sciences or any field of 1. Department of Pharmaceutics
specialisation relevant to the programme from a recognised university.
Candidates with Second Class (Lower Division) must have at least three (3) i. MSc. Pharmaceutical Technology
years of relevant experience. Candidates in Engineering/Sciences Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
disciplines such as Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical (Lower Division) or equivalent degree in Pharmacy (BPharm/PharmD),
Engineering, etc. may be required to take prerequisite courses to make up Chemistry, Biochemistry, Herbal Medicine, Chemical Engineering and
for deficiencies in undergraduate Materials Engineering. other related disciplines from a recognised institution. Short-listed
candidates must pass a selection interview. Internation candidates from non-
For Non-English-speaking applicants, arrangements may be made with the English speaking countries must possess adequate level of English
Department of Languages for necessary English language skills prior to proficiency.
embarking on the programme.
ii. MPhil. Pharmaceutics
iii. PhD. Materials Engineering
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree or its equivalent in Materials (Lower Division) or equivalent degree in Pharmacy (BPharm/PharmD),
Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, Petroleum Chemistry, Biochemistry, Herbal Medicine, Chemical Engineering or other
Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or any field related disciplines from a recognised institution. Internation candidates from
of specialisation relevant to the programme from a recognised university. non-English speaking countries must possess adequate level of English
proficiency. Short-listed candidates must pass a selection interview.
For Non-English-speaking applicants, arrangements may be made with the
Department of Languages for necessary English language skills prior to iii. MPhil. Pharmaceutical Microbiology
embarking on the programme.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Lower Division) or equivalent degree in Pharmacy (BPharm/PharmD),
Herbal Medicine, Biology, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biomedical
Sciences, Medical Laboratory Technology, and other related disciplines
from a recognised institution. Internation candidates from non-English
speaking countries must possess adequate level of English proficiency.
Short-listed candidates must pass a selection interview.

iv. PhD. Pharmaceutics

Candidates applying for Doctor of Philosophy degree must have an MPhil
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evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the proposed ii. PhD. Pharmacognosy
programme. Candidates must have a good Master’s degree (MSc/MPhil or Candidates must have a Master’s degree in any of the Pharmaceutical
its equivalent) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Drug delivery, Drug Design and Sciences; e.g. Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry,
Formulation and other related disciplines from a recognised institution. Pharmaceutics, Herbal Medicine, Chemistry or a related field in the
Candidates must have a good Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Biomedical Sciences from an accredited institution. Candidates must pass a
(Lower Division) or equivalent degree in Pharmacy (BPharm/PharmD), selection interview.
Chemistry, Biochemistry, Herbal Medicine, Chemical Engineering and
other related disciplines from a recognised institution. Short-listed
candidates must pass a selection interview. Internation candidates from non-
English speaking countries must possess adequate level of English 3. Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
proficiency. i. MPhil. Pharmaceutical Chemistry: With emphasis on Pharmaceutical
Analysis and Quality Control, Medicinal Chemistry, Natural Product
v. PhD. Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Chemistry and Drug discovery, Pharmacokinetics and Drug
Candidates applying for Doctor of Philosophy degree must have an MPhil metabolism, and Kinetics and Stability of Drug products.
degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution and shall submit
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the proposed
(Upper Division)) or its equivalent in Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Chemistry
programme. Candidates must have a good Bachelor’s degree (minimum of
and related fields. Candidates must pass a selection interview.
Second Class (Lower Division) or equivalent degree in Pharmacy
(BPharm/PharmD), Herbal Medicine, Biology, Biological Sciences, ii. PhD. Pharmaceutical Chemistry: With emphasis on Pharmaceutical
Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Medical Laboratory Technology, and Analysis and Quality Control, Medicinal Chemistry, Natural Product
other related disciplines from a recognised institution. Candidates must have Chemistry and Drug discovery, Pharmacokinetics and Drug
a good Master’s degree (MPhil) in Pharmaceutical Microbiology, metabolism, and Kinetics and Stability of Drug products.
Microbiology, Biotechnology and other related disciplines from a
Candidates must have a minimum of MSc/MPhil degree in pharmaceutical
recognised institution. Short-listed candidates must pass a selection
chemistry and/or related disciplines such as Pharmaceutical Analysis and
interview. Internation candidates from non-English speaking countries must
Quality Control; Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Phytochemistry,
possess adequate level of English proficiency.
Chemistry, etc. with a minimum cumulative weighted average (CWA) of
70.00 or its equivalent in taught courses. Candidates must pass a selection
interview.
2. Department of Pharmacognosy
i. MPhil. Pharmacognosy
4. Department of Pharmacy Practice
Candidates must have a pass in Doctor of Pharmacy degree or Bachelor of
Pharmacy degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower Division)) or its i. MSc. Clinical Pharmacy (Part-Time)
equivalent in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Agriculture or a related
Candidates must have Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
field in the Biomedical Sciences. Candidates must pass a selection
from a recognised Institution. In addition, candidates will be required to
interview.
attend and pass a selection interview.

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ii. MPhil. Clinical Pharmacy (Full-Time) good first degree (minimum second-class Upper division) in Pharmacy,
Pharmacology, Toxicology, Medicine, Biochemistry, or related Biomedical
Candidates must have Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
Sciences degrees must first apply as an MPhil and after satisfying the
(with CWA of 60 or above) from a recognised Institution. In addition,
candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview. conditions necessary for transfer into the PhD at the end of the second year
by the School of Graduate Studies. Candidates must present letters of
iii. PhD. Clinical Pharmacy recommendation from three referees and provide evidence of source of
funding as part of the application. All candidates will have to attend and
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in Clinical Pharmacy from a pass a selection interview.
recognised Institution. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and
pass a selection interview. iv. PhD Clinical Pharmacology
iv. PhD. Social Pharmacy Candidates must have a master’s degree in clinical pharmacology or a
related field from an accredited institution. Candidates must present letters
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in Pharmacy, Public Health, of recommendation from three referees and provide evidence of the source
Psychology, or related disciplines from a recognised Institution. In addition, of funding as part of the application. All candidates will have to attend and
candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview. pass a selection interview.

5. Department of Pharmacology
• FACULTY OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
i. MPhil Pharmacology
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class 1. Department of Physiotherapy and Sports Science
(Lower Division)) in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biochemistry, Biology or a
related field in the Biomedical Sciences. All candidates must present letters i. MPhil. Clinical Rehabilitation and Exercise Therapy
of recommendation from three referees. All candidates will have to attend Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
and pass a selection interview. (Upper Division)) or its equivalent in Sport and exercise Science, Human
Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Physiotherapy, Occupation Therapy,
ii. MPhil Clinical Pharmacology Human Nutrition, Allied Health Sciences. Candidates with Second Class
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower (Lower Division) must have at least two years post qualification experience
Division)) in the Health Sciences including Pharmacy, Medicine and other with relevant profession and would be required to pass a selection interview.
relevant healthcare-related fields. All candidates must present letters of Candidates who have Masters degree in Natural Sciences with work
recommendation from three referees. All candidates will have to attend and experience related to Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine and Exercise
pass a selection interview. Science may be considered. Evidence of at least one publication in a peer
review journal would be a major added advantage.
iii. PhD Pharmacology
Candidates must have a master’s degree in Pharmacology or a related field
in the Biomedical Sciences from an accredited institution. A candidate with

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2. Department of Medical Imaging candidates with at least one year’s work experience. Candidates must pass
a selection interview. Candidates must also provide sufficient evidence they
i. MPhil. Medical Imaging
can meet the financial requirement.
Candidates must have a BSc degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division)) or its equivalent in Medical Imaging field Science with relevant iv. PhD. Chemical Pathology
professional registration and a minimum of two years’ experience in clinical v. PhD. Molecular Medicine
practice. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection vi. PhD. Immunology
interview.
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in Biochemistry,
ii. PhD. Medical Imaging Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Medical Laboratory Technology.
Candidates with MBChB and Membership with the Ghana College of
Candidates should have an MSc/MPhil or its equivalent in Medical Imaging
field. Candidates must attend and pass a selection interview. Physicians and Surgeons or similar institution would be required to
undertake a one-year MPhil equivalent after which they may be migrated
3. Department of Medical Diagnostics onto the PhD programme. Preference would be given to candidates with at
least one (1) year of work experience. Candidates must attend and pass a
iii. MPhil. Haematology selection interview.
Candidates must have a BSc degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division)) or its equivalent in Medical Laboratory Science with relevant
professional registration and a minimum of two years’ experience in clinical 2. Department of Clinical Microbiology
practice. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection
interview. i. MPhil. Clinical Microbiology
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
iv. PhD. Haematology
(Lower Division)) or its equivalent in Life Sciences, Medicine/Dentistry,
Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil or its equivalent in Haematology or Medical Laboratory Technology, Biomedical Sciences, Biology or
biomedical sciences. Candidates must attend and pass a selection interview. Biochemistry. Preference would be given to candidates with work
experience. Candidates must submit a research proposal. In addition,
• SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.

1. Department of Molecular Medicine ii. PhD. Clinical Microbiology

Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent in Clinical
i. MPhil. Chemical Pathology
Microbiology from a recognised institution of higher learning. Candidates
ii. MPhil. Molecular Medicine
are entreated to contact a potential supervisor at the Department before
iii. MPhil. Immunology
proceeding to apply. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower pass a selection interview.
Division)) in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Medical
Laboratory Technology and MBChB. Preference would be given to

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3. Department of Anatomy 4. Department of Physiology
i. MPhil. Human Anatomy and Cell Biology i. MPhil. Physiology
ii. MPhil. Human Anatomy and Cell Biology (Morphological Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Diagnostics) Division)) in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Science, Anatomy and Cell
iii. MPhil. Human Anatomy and Forensic Science Biology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Nursing, Herbal Medicine,
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper Biochemistry, Allied Health Sciences or a degree in of the Life Sciences or
Division)) in Biological Sciences, Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biomedical MBChB from a recognised University. Candidates should have a flare for
Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, MBChB or its equivalent from a laboratory work or research. Candidates must show proof of their source of
recognised Institution. Candidates must have a flare for laboratory work or funding and pass a selection interview.
research. Candidates are required to submit a research synopsis together
with the application. Candidates must show proof of their source of funding 5. Department of Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat
and pass a selection interview and entrance examination.
i. MSc. Audiology
iv. MPhil. Mortuary Science and Management
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower Division)) in Psychology, Special Education, Nursing, Medicine,
(Upper Division)) in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Science, Anatomy Neurology or Applied Sciences. Candidates with other degrees or equivalent
and Cell Biology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Physician Assistantship, may be considered on their own merits. Candidates must show proof of their
Forensic and Investigation Sciences, MBChB/BDS or its equivalent from a source of funding and pass a selection interview.
recognised Institution. Candidates are required to submit a research synopsis
together with the application. Candidates should have a flare for laboratory ii. MSc. Speech and Language Therapy
work or research. Candidates must show proof of their source of funding Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum second-class division)
and pass a selection interview and entrance examination. from a recognized university in Psychology, Special Education, Nursing,
v. PhD. Human Anatomy and Cell Biology Medicine, Neurology, or any relevant area.
vi. PhD. Human Anatomy and Forensic Science
Candidates must have a good MSc/MPhil/MMedSc degree in Human • SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
Anatomy and Cell Biology, Human Anatomy and Forensic Science,
1. Department of Nursing
Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognised University. Candidates
with MPhil in Biological Sciences/Biomedical Science and MBChb with i. MSc. Clinical Nursing
Membership from the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons or related ii. MPhil. Nursing
recognised institutions will be required to undertake a one-year bridging
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
programme before being migrated into the PhD programme. Candidates are
Division)) in Nursing or similar qualifications from a recognised university.
required to submit a research synopsis together with the application.
Candidates must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of
Candidates must have a flare for laboratory work or research. Candidates
Ghana or its equivalent from other countries. Candidates must have a
must show proof of their source of funding and pass a selection interview.
minimum of two years of work experience after the Bachelor’s degree
programme in a relevant area i.e. health facility, public health unit, or a

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health training institution. Holders of Second Class (Lower Division) iii. MPhil. Comparative Anatomy
degrees must have a minimum of three years post-qualification work Candidates must have Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), MBChB,
experience in a relevant area. BSc Dental Surgery, Doctor of Pharmacy, or Bachelor’s degree (minimum
of Second Class (Upper Division)) in Biological Sciences, Biomedical
iii. PhD Nursing Sciences, Agriculture (Animal Science option) and relevant subject areas;
Candidates applying for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Nursing must from an approved University or Institution of Higher Learning. Preference
have graduated with a Masters* degree in Nursing, Social Sciences or Allied would be given to candidates with several years of relevant academic,
Health Sciences and other health related sciences. Those with a Masters' administrative, or field experience. Candidates must pass a selection
degree in other health sciences other than nursing or a Master's degree in interview.
social sciences should have a first degree in Nursing.
Candidates must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of iv. Master of Veterinary Science in Anatomy
Ghana or a recognised Nursing Regulatory body from other countries.
Candidate must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Bachelor of
Applicants with a minimum of two (2) years Post-Masters qualification
Veterinary Medicine (BVM, BVetMed, VetMB), Bachelor of Veterinary
work experiences in a relevant field of practice (Clinical and Education) and
Medicine and Surgery (BVM&S, BVMS, BVetMS) degree or equivalent
research are additional advantage. Applicants must also submit a proposal
professional degree from an approved Veterinary Institution of Higher
on a research topic and pass an interview for admission.
Learning. Candidates must pass a selection interview.
v. PhD. Integrative Pathobiology
• SCHOOL OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
Candidates must have an MPhil. Integrative Pathobiology or MPhil/MSc
i. MPhil. One Health degree in Veterinary Sciences, Biological or Biomedical Sciences in
Candidates must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or its addition to any of following: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, BSc.
equivalent, MBChB, BSc Dental Surgery, PharmD, or Bachelor’s degree (Microbiology, Biological Sciences and Human Biology) with minimum of
(minimum of Second Class (Upper Division)) in Biological Sciences, Second Class (Lower Division), MBChB, BSc Dental Surgery, Doctor of
Biomedical Sciences, Agriculture (Animal Science option) and relevant Pharmacy, Bachelor of Pharmacy. Candidates must pass a selection
subject areas; from an approved University or Institution of Higher interview.
Learning. Preference would be given to candidates with several years of vi. PhD. One Health
relevant academic, administrative, or field experience. Candidates must pass
a selection interview. Candidates must have an MPhil. One Health degree from KNUST. MPhil
degree in One Health or equivalent degrees from other recognised
ii. MPhil. Integrative Pathobiology universities may be considered on their own merit. In addition, candidates
Candidates must have Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, MBChB, BSc Dental will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.
Surgery, Doctor of Pharmacy or its equivalent, BSc. (Microbiology, vii. PhD. Veterinary Anatomy
Biological Sciences and Human Biology) with minimum of Second Class
(Lower Division). Candidates must pass a selection interview. Candidates must have an MPhil. Comparative Anatomy and MSc Anatomy
from KNUST. MPhil. degree in Veterinary Anatomy or equivalent degree
from other recognised may be considered on their own merit.

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• SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
1. PhD. Public Health
2. Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognised
institution and shall provide evidence of adequate training and financial i. MSc. Population and Reproductive Health (One Year - Full Time/
support to undertake the proposed programme. A demonstrable scientific Weekend)
publication or good writing skills will be an advantage. ii. MPH. Population and Reproductive Health (One Year - Full Time/
Weekend)
Candidates must have a first degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
1. Department of Health Education, Promotion and Disability Studies Division)) in any of the life sciences such as: Medicine, Veterinary
Medicine, Nursing/Midwifery, Public Health, Environmental Health,
i. MPH. Health Education and Promotion Pharmacy, Physician Assistantship, Medical Laboratory Science or Health
Options: related sectors such as the Social Sciences, Development and Education
a. Regular from a recognised university/college. Candidates should have at least two
b. Weekend years post-graduation work/job experience. In addition, candidates will be
required to attend and pass a selection interview.
ii. MSc. Health Education and Promotion
Options:
a. Regular 3. Department of Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety
b. Weekend
i. MSc. Occupational and Environmental Health & Safety (One Year
Candidates must have a first degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower - Full Time/ Weekend)
Division)) in any of the Natural Sciences such as Medicine, Allied Health ii. MPH. Occupational and Environmental Health & Safety (One
Sciences, Public Health, Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Year - Full Time/ Weekend)
Pharmacy, or Health-related disciplines such as the Social Sciences, Candidates must have a first degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Development Studies, and Education. Candidates should have a minimum Division)) from a recognised tertiary institution preferably in any of the
of two (2) years of work experience. Candidates must pass a written Natural Sciences such as Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Public
examination and a selection interview. Health, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Pharmacy, Medical Laboratory
Science Physician Assistantship, or health-related disciplines such as the
iii. MPhil. Disability, Rehabilitation and Development (Full Time/ Social Sciences, Development Studies, and Education, etc. Candidates must
Weekend) pass a selection interview.
Practicing professionals/graduates with a first degree (minimum of Second
Class (Lower Division)) in Disability and Allied disciplines, Health related
Sciences, Education and Education Psychology, Social Services or Social
Work, Physiotherapy, Development Studies, Sports and Exercise Science,
Architecture, Policy/Settlement Planning, or Social Sciences. Candidates
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4. Department of Health Policy, Management and Economics language. In addition, candidates should have at least two (2) years post-
graduation work/job experience. Candidates must pass a selection interview.
i. MSc. Health Services Planning and Management (One Year –
Regular/Weekend)
ii. MPH. Health Services Planning and Management (One Year –
Regular/Weekend) 6. Department of Global and International Health
iii. MPH. Health Systems Research and Management (One Year - i. MPH. Global Health (One Year)
Weekend)
Candidates applying to pursue any of the MSc/MPH/MPhil programmes,
iv. MPhil. Health Systems Research and Management (Regular/ must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Weekend) Division)) from a recognised tertiary institution preferably in any of the
All candidates should have a first degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower natural sciences such as medicine, veterinary medicine, nursing, public
Division)), preferably in any Public Health related field, Statistics/ health, environmental sciences, biology, pharmacy or health-related sectors
Biostatistics; Biology; Medicine or other health related sciences; Political such as the social sciences, development studies and education. Candidates
Science or Economics; Sociology or related Social Sciences, Development must have at least two years post-qualification work experience. In addition,
and Education to be eligible for any of the programmes mentioned above. candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.
In addition, candidates should have at least two years post-graduation
work/job experience. Relevant international work experience is an
advantage and applications. Candidates must pass a written examination and
E. COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
a selection interview.
• FACULTY OF LAW
International students from countries where English is not the official
language will require proof of English proficiency from an internationally i. Master of Laws (LLM)
approved English examination (IELTS, TOEFL etc.). Final selection will be
Candidates must have a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree (minimum of
done after a written examination followed by and interview (in person or
Second Class (Upper Division)) or its equivalent from a recognised
online).
university. Candidates may be admitted to the programme upon a successful
selection interview.
5. Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics
ii. PhD. Law
i. MPhil. Field Epidemiology and Applied Biostatistics
Candidates must have a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from a recognised
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
university. An applicant who does not satisfy the stated criteria but is
(Upper Division)) from a recognised tertiary institution in any of the Natural
adjudged suitable by the Faculty Board may be admitted to the programme
Sciences such as: Biology, Allied Health Sciences, Medical Sciences,
upon a successful selection interview.
Biostatistics/Statistics/Actuarial Science, Mathematics or any Public Health
related field. Candidates with MPH or Masters in any of the Public Health
disciplines can apply. A demonstration of quantitative analytical skills
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• FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES 2. Department of Language and Communication Sciences
i. MPhil. French
1. Department of Economics
Options:
i. MSc. Economics (One Year) • Literature and Society
ii. MSc. Economics and Finance (One Year) • Applied Linguistics
iii. MSc. Business Economics (One Year) • Translation and Interpreting
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division)) in the Economics, Economics (with Finance, Management, Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, Geography, Law, Sociology, Social Division)) in French or a postgraduate qualification relevant to the area of
Work, Political Science, Psychology, History etc.), Business study from a recognised University. In addition, candidates will be required
Administration, Finance, Banking and Finance, Accounting, Marketing, to pass a written examination and a selection interview.
Management, Human Resource Management, Mathematics, Statistics,
ii. PhD. French
Engineering, Physics, Actuarial Science, Environmental Science, Land
Economy, Real Estate, Natural Resource Management; Geography, and Options:
related disciplines and related disciplines. Candidates with a degree in any • Literature and Society
unlisted programme will have their applications assessed independently. In • Applied Linguistics
addition, candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview. • Translation and Interpreting

iv. MPhil. Economics Candidates must have a Master’s degree in French from a recognised
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper University and must submit a research proposal. In addition, candidates will
Division)) in Economics. Candidates must have done Econometrics, be required to pass a selection interview.
Economic Theory and Mathematical Economics at the undergraduate level
in a recognized tertiary institution. Potential candidates with different
backgrounds are advised to pursue the one-year MSc. Economics 3. Department of English
programme run by the department before applying to the MPhil programme.
Admission is subject to passing a selection interview. i. MPhil. English
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
v. PhD. Economics
Division)) in English. Shortlisted candidates would be examined and
Candidates must have a first degree in Economics, Second Class (Upper
interviewed.
Division) plus an MPhil (with an average grade not less than a B or
equivalent) in Economics or related field with sufficient background in ii. PhD. English
Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics from a recognised Candidates must have an MA/MPhil degree in English. Prospective
tertiary institution. A good background in econometrics, statistics and Candidates are required to discuss their research topics with the Head of
mathematics will be an added advantage. Admission is subject to passing an Department or any Senior Member in the Department. In addition,
interview. candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.

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4. Department of Geography and Rural Development University or accredited Theological Seminary/Institution. Admission for
both groups is subject to passing a selection interview.
i. MSc. Geography and Sustainable Development (One Year)
Candidates must have Bachelor’s Degree (minimum of Second Class iii. PhD. Religious Studies
(Lower Division)) in Geography or other related disciplines. Candidates Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Religious Studies or Theology
shall be considered at a selection interview. with extensive research from a recognised University or Theological
Seminary/Institution. A candidate with a one-year Master’s degree in
ii. MPhil. Geography and Rural Development Religious/Theology Studies will be made to take the first year courses in the
Candidates must have Bachelor’s Degree (minimum of Second Class MPhil. Religious Studies programme at the Department. The applicant
(Lower Division)) in Geography or other Geography related disciplines. should pass all courses and attain a minimum CWA of 70 or better and
Candidates shall be required to submit a synopsis of proposed thesis and demonstrate the capacity for independent research before they could be
pass a selection interview. considered for admission into the PhD programme. Admission for both
groups is subject to passing a selection interview.
iii. PhD. Geography and Rural Development
Candidates must have a Master’s degree with a good research background
in Geography or other Geography related disciplines. Candidates shall be 6. Department of Sociology and Social Work
required to submit and present a thesis proposal and pass a selection
i. MA. Sociology
interview.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
5. Department of Religious Studies (Lower Division)) in Sociology from a recognised University. A first degree
i. MA. Religious Studies (One Year) (minimum of second class lower division) from an accredited University
with at least two years’ work experience. In addition, candidate must have
Candidates must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second a postgraduate diploma degree from an accredited University with at least
Class (Lower Division)) in either Religious Studies or Theology from a two years. All candidates must pass a selection interview or an entrance
recognised University or accredited Theological Seminary/Institution. examination or both.
Applicants with a good Bachelor’s degree in any discipline other than
Religious Studies or Theology, may apply for the MA programme.
Admission for both groups is subject to passing a selection interview. ii. MPhil. Sociology

ii. MPhil. Religious Studies Candidates must have an MA/ a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second
Class (Upper Division)) in Sociology or Social Work from a recognised
Candidates must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second University. Any relevant Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
Class (Upper Division)) in either Religious Studies or Theology from a (Upper Division)) from an accredited University with at least two years. All
recognised University or accredited Theological Seminary/Institution. candidates must pass a selection interview or an entrance examination or
Candidates with Social Sciences or Humanities background must, in both.
addition, have a Diploma in Theology/Religious Studies from a recognised

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iii. MA. Social Work class may be considered if the applicants have a minimum of five (5) years
post-first-degree working experience. International applicants must, in
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class general, meet the requirements above and demonstrate proficiency in
(Lower Division)) in Social Work from a recognised University. A relevant English as the medium of instruction. All applications must include
first degree in (minimum of second-class lower division) from an accredited transcripts of all post-secondary level education received, a statement of
University with at least two years of work experience in a social service purpose and three letters of recommendation from individuals in
agency. In addition, the candidate must have a postgraduate diploma degree professional capacities who are familiar with the applicant's potential for
from an accredited University with at least two years in a social service graduate study. The final requirement for admission is an entry examination
agency. All candidates must pass a selection interview or an entrance and a departmental interview to determine applicants' suitability for the
examination or both. programme.

ii. MA. Chieftaincy and Traditional Leadership (One Year)

iv. MPhil. Social Work
Candidates must have a good first degree in any of the Social Sciences or
Candidates must have an MA in Social Work or Bachelor’s degree
Humanities degree from an accredited University. Candidates with degrees
(minimum of Second Class (Upper Division)) in Social Work from an
in other disciplines with related experience/background in Chieftaincy and
accredited university. A relevant first degree in (minimum of second class
Traditional Leadership may also be admitted. Students who obtain a CWA
lower division) from an accredited University with at least two years of
of 70 or above at the end of the first year could proceed to do MPhil.
work experience in a social service agency. In addition, the candidate must
Chieftaincy and Traditional Leadership Studies. In addition, candidates will
have a postgraduate diploma degree from an accredited University with at
be required to attend and pass a selection interview.
least two years in a social service agency. All candidates must pass a
selection interview or an entrance examination or both. iii. Master of Public Administration (Full Time/Weekend)

v. PhD. Sociology Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
(Lower Division)) in all disciplines. Third Class candidates with more than
Candidates must have an MPhil degree in Sociology. Candidates with an five years work experience in the public sector may be considered for
MA in sociology and at least two (2) years of work experience in a social admission after passing a selection interview.
research organisation can apply. Candidates with an MPhil in other social
sciences from an accredited University and a post-degree minimum of two iv. MA. Asante History (One Year)
years of work experience in a social research organisation. All candidates Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
will be interviewed. (Upper Division)) in History or other related degrees from accredited
universities. Candidates must pass a selection interview.
v. MPhil. Historical Studies
7. Department of History and Political Studies
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
i. MA. Political Science Division)) in History or other related degrees from accredited universities.
Applicants to the MA in Political Science programme must have a Candidates must pass a selection interview.
Bachelor's degree in Political Science or a related discipline with a second-
class or better degree from a recognized University. Applicants with third

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vi. MPhil. Political Science • KNUST SCHOOL OF BUSINESS (KSB)
Applicants to the MPhil programme must have a Bachelor of Arts or 1. Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Day/Evening/
Bachelor of Science degree with Second Class Upper or better in Political Weekend
Science, or Political Studies. Applicants with MA in Political Science will Areas of Specialisation:
also be considered for a top-up to acquire the MPhil in Political Science i. Accounting
degree. Such students must demonstrate that they have offered all the Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (Second Class (Lower Division))
relevant courses of the MPhil degree in their transcripts. Holders of Second- in Administration (Finance and Accounting option), Commerce from a
Class lower degrees may be considered if they have at least three years' recognised University. Other degree holders with Part 1 or 2 qualified or
working experience. International applicants must, in general, meet the fully qualified certificates of ACCA, CIMA, ICAG, ICAEW, CPA, CFA,
requirements above and also demonstrate proficiency in English as the and, or related field.
medium of classroom instruction. All applications must include transcripts ii. Finance
of all post-secondary level education received as well as three letters of Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (Second Class (Lower Division))
recommendation from individuals in professional capacities who are in Finance and Financial Economics, Administration (Finance and
familiar with the applicant's potential for graduate study. The final Accounting option), and Commerce from a recognised University. Holders
requirement for admission is an entry examination and a departmental of Finance and Financial Economics or related degree acceptable by the
interview to determine applicants' likelihood of academic success. National Accreditation Board of Ghana.
vii. PhD. Political Science iii. Marketing
iv. Entrepreneurship and Business Management
Applicants to the Ph.D. programme must have BA in Political Science with v. Strategic Management and Consulting
a grade of Second Class upper or better and MPhil degrees in Political vi. Human Resource Management
Science from a recognized University. International applicants must, in vii. Management and Organisational Development
general, meet the requirements above and also demonstrate proficiency in viii. Logistics and Supply Chain Management
English as the medium of instruction. All applications must include ix. Management Information Systems (MIS)
transcripts of all post-secondary level education received, a statement of Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
purpose/research proposal as well as three letters of recommendation from (Lower Division)) or equivalent professional qualifications from a
individuals in professional capacities who are familiar with the applicant's recognised institution in any relevant area. Candidates must pass a selection
potential for graduate study. The final requirement for admission is a interview. An entrance examination may be required when necessary. All
departmental interview to determine applicants' suitability for the candidates must demonstrate their ability to pay all approved programme
programme. e. Prospective applicants must FIRST contact and receive the fees for the duration of study.
consent of potential supervisors before applying for the programme.

viii. PhD. Historical Studies

Candidates must have an MPhil. in Historical Studies or other related
degrees from accredited universities. Candidates must pass a selection
interview.

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 2. Master of Science Programmes (Day/Evening/Weekend) Enthusiasm for cutting-edge research, team spirit, and capability of
independent problem-solving. Proficiency in English (oral and written).
i. MSc. Marketing
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
ii. MSc. Management and Human Resource Strategy
iii. MSc. Accounting and Finance
iv. MSc. Finance v. MSc. Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership
v. MSc. Logistics and Supply Chain Management Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
vi. MSc. Procurement and Supply Chain Management (Lower Division) in a relevant discipline from a recognised University or
vii. MSc. Health Entrepreneurship Institution of Higher Learning. Candidates with Postgraduate Diploma in
viii. MSc. Marketing Analytics Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership, or postgraduate Certificate
ix. MSc. Strategic Marketing in either Corporate Governance or Strategic Leadership or both shall be
x. MSc. Business and Data Analytics given exemptions or credits up to the number of courses they have already
xi. MSc. Air Transportation and Aviation Management (Accra taken.
Only)
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class 3. MPhil. Management and Human Resource Strategy
(Lower Division) in a relevant discipline. All candidates must demonstrate (Day/Evening/Weekend)
their ability to pay all approved programme fees for the duration of study. 4. MPhil. Logistics and Supply Chain Management
(Day/Evening/Weekend)
i. MSc. Health Entrepreneurship 5. MPhil. Procurement and Supply Chain Management
(Day/Evening/Weekend)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree (BAs, BSCs, and BFAs) or 6. MPhil. Accounting (Day/Evening/Weekend)
equivalent from a recognized institution in the relevant field of study. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Accounting and will be required
Preference will be given to applicants with a first-class or second-class to attend a proposal interview.
division from any recognised university in the fields of physical and social 7. MPhil. Finance (Day/Evening/Weekend)
sciences and any other health-related discipline. However, special Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Finance and Financial and will
admission dispensation could be given to applicants with a pass or third- be required to attend a proposal interview
class division with a certain level of experience. Candidates will be required
to attend and pass an interview.

ii. MSc Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management

iii. MSc Health Supply Chain Management
iv. MSc Agricultural Supply Chain Management

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree qualification with second class

lower division in relevant disciplinary areas: Pharmacy, Healthcare related
programs, Health Administration, Agriculture/Agribusiness, Business
Administration. Preference will be given to applicants with first and
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 8. MPhil. Business and Management (Day/Evening/Weekend) vii. Finance
Areas of Specialisation: viii. Hospitality and Tourism Management
i. Accounting ix. Accounting
ii. Finance
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates, with doctoral
iii. Marketing level research interests in the field of business and management, for
iv. Strategic Management and Consulting admission to PhD in Business and Management Programme at the KNUST
v. Hospitality and Tourism Management School of Business (KSB).
vi. Human Resource Management At the time of application, all applicants should possess both Bachelor's
vii. Management and Organisational Development degree (minimum of Second Honours Upper Division) and Master's degree
viii. Procurement and Supply Chain Management MSc/MBA/MA/MPhil) in relevant fields (e.g., Entrepreneurship and
(Weekend/Evening) Innovation, Marketing, Accounting and Finance, Strategy, HRM, Supply
Chain Management, Management Information Systems, International
ix. Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Business, Hospitality and Tourism) from a recognised higher education
(Weekend/Evening)
institution.
x. Management Information Systems (Weekend/Evening) Research Proposals
All applicants are required to submit a 3-to-5-page research proposal (1.5
Candidates shall hold a Master’s degree (MSc or MBA in the relevant
spaced, 12 font size, 1-inch margin and inclusive of references and
Business Administration subject area) from a recognised University or
appendices) that addresses the following themes.
institution of higher learning. All candidates must attend and pass interview
i. Indicate the initial title of the research.
sessions conducted by the Departments. All candidates must demonstrate
ii. Explain the research problem, and discuss why it is important (for theory,
their ability to pay all approved programme fees for the duration of study.
practice, and policy) to research the problem identified.
Candidates without a Master’s degree qualification in relevant Business iii. Following discussion of the research problem, applicants must clearly
Administration subject areas but possess Bachelor’s degree (minimum of indicate the objective of their research.
Second Class (Lower Division)) in any subject area shall be admitted into iv. Applicants must also explain how their proposed research will contribute
the MSc. programme and may be upgraded to MPhil. after achieving a to existing knowledge in the identified business and management field, and
minimum CWA of 70 at the end of the first year. how it can improve managers' and policy-makers' efforts to grand challenges
in business and management.
9. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business and Management (Day v. Applicant must further explain briefly (in one paragraph each) the
/Weekend) following methodological issues:
Areas of Specialisation: a. The context of the proposed research (e.g., agriculture, healthcare,
i. Marketing Fintech, banking, mining etc. sectors).
ii. Strategic Management and Consulting b. Indication of the approaches to data collection: qualitative, quantitative
iii. Human Resource Management or both.
iv. Management and Organisational Development с. The proposed sampling frame and why this is preferred.
v. Logistics and Supply Chain Management d. The proposed informants/respondents and the criteria to be used for
vi. Management Information Systems including and excluding informants/respondents in the sample.

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Note, all applicants must discuss their proposals with a potential supervisor Technology, Biological Sciences, Agricultural Science, Biological or
from KNUST School of Business. The potential supervisor must be at least Chemical engineering, and other related disciplines. MPhil candidates will
a senior lecturer rank. The proposed supervisor must sign a form which be required to pass a selection interview. Internation candidates from non-
should be attached to the application forms. English speaking countries must possess a minimum of one-year English
Interview and Proposal Presentation proficiency certificate.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and presentation
session on a date and a venue to be communicated. Candidates should, ii. MPhil. Biochemistry
therefore, prepare a 10-minute PowerPoint Presentation based on their Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
research proposal and be physically available to present their proposals to a (Lower Division)) from an accredited institution of higher learning in any
panel. of the following fields: Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology,
Limited Scholarship Award Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory
Limited numbers of PARTIAL scholarship awards may be available to Technology, Biological Sciences, Agricultural Science, Biological or
highly deserving candidates from low-income and disadvantaged Chemical engineering, and other related disciplines. Candidates will be
backgrounds. Preference will be given to deserving female applicants. required to pass a selection interview. Work experience is an added
Duration advantage. Internation candidates from non-English speaking countries
Three (3) Academic Years (Full Time only) must possess a minimum of one-year English proficiency certificate.
Successful candidates will start in the first semester of the 2024/2025
academic year and be required to be physically present on KNUST campus iii. MSc. Biodata Analytics and Computational Genomics
during the entire duration of study, including weekday and weekend classes. iv. MPhil. Biodata Analytics and Computational Genomics
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
Please Note: (Lower Division)) from an accredited institution of higher learning in any
MBA FULL-TIME students shall be made to choose to join EITHER the of the following fields: Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry,
EVENING or WEEKEND stream in the Second Year. Biological Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Computer Science, Engineering,
Statistics, Mathematics, and other related disciplines. MPhil candidates will
be required to pass a selection interview.

F. COLLEGE OF SCIENCE v. MPhil. Forensic Science

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
• FACULTY OF BIOSCIENCES
(Lower Division)) from a recognized University in any of the following
fields: Biochemistry, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Molecular Biology,
1. Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology Pharmacy, or Human Biology and related disciplines. In addition,
candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.
i. MPhil. Biotechnology
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class vi. MPhil. Human Nutrition and Dietetics
(Lower Division)) from an accredited institution of higher learning in any Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
of the following fields: Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, (Lower Division)) from a recognized University in any of the following
Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory

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fields: Biochemistry, Food Science, Animal Science, Nutrition, Nursing, 2. Department of Food Science and Technology
Biological Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Dietetics, Home Economics and
related fields. Candidates with Home Economics background will be i. MSc. Food Quality Management
required to have a minimum of 12 undergraduate credits in Chemistry and/or Candidates must have a BSc degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Biochemistry. Candidates will be required to pass a selection interview. Division)) in Food Science and Technology, Biochemistry, Chemistry,
Nutrition Science, Biology, Agricultural Engineering, Chemical
vii. PhD. Biotechnology Engineering, or related science or technology disciplines from a recognised
viii. PhD. Biochemistry university. A higher-level professional qualification or an advanced degree
Candidates must have an MSc or MPhil degree from a recognised university and relevant work experience in a food-related establishment may be
in any of the following fields: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, considered where the candidate has not reached the requirement above. Such
Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Medical Laboratory Technology, candidates shall be assessed through a selection interview. Work experience
Biological or Chemical Engineering, Agricultural Science, and other related may be an advantage.
disciplines. Candidates will be required to submit a research proposal and ii. MSc. Food Science and Technology
pass a selection interview.
Candidates must have a BSc degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
ix. PhD. Human Nutrition and Dietetics Division)) in Food Science, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry,
Candidates must have an MSc or MPhil degree from a recognised university Agricultural Science, Agricultural Engineering, Chemical Engineering,
in any of the following fields: Biochemistry, Nursing, Biological Sciences, Natural Resources Management, and other science-based degrees from a
Food Science, Nutrition, Medicine, Dietetics, and other related disciplines. recognised university. A higher-level professional qualification or an
Candidates will be required to submit a research proposal and pass a advanced degree and relevant work experience in food-related
selection interview. establishment may be considered where the candidate has not reached the
requirement above. Such candidates shall be assessed through a selection
x. PhD. Biodata Analytics and Computational Genomics interview or an entrance examination. Work experience may be an
Candidates must have an MSc or MPhil degree from a recognised university advantage.
in any of the following fields: Biodata Analytics and Computational iii. MPhil. Food Science and Technology
Genomics, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biological
Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Candidates must have a BSc degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Mathematics, and other related disciplines. Candidates will be required to Division)) in Food Science and Technology, Food Science and Nutrition,
submit a research proposal and pass a selection interview. Food Technology, Food Science, Biochemistry, and Chemical Engineering.
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in any closely related field may apply,
NB: International students from countries where English is not the official such candidates shall be required to satisfy prerequisite courses. Work
language will require proof of English proficiency. (Minimum of one-year). experience may be an advantage. In addition, candidates will be required to
attend and pass a selection interview.

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iv. PhD Food Science and Technology iii. PhD. Environmental Science
Candidates must have a master’s degree in Food Science and Technology. Candidates must have an MPhil degree or a MSc with a research and, or its
Other candidates must have completed course work in any three (3) out of equivalent from a recognised institution, in Environmental Science,
the under-listed areas at the Masters’ levels. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Biological Sciences,
• Food Chemistry or related courses Natural Resources or other related disciplines from a recognised university.
• Food Microbiology or related courses Candidates may be required to pass a selection interview.
• Food Processing/Technology/Engineering or related courses
• Food Product Development/Sensory Science or related courses NB: International students from countries where English is not the official
Candidates with the under-listed degrees are eligible to apply provided they language will require proof of English proficiency. (Minimum of one-year).
are willing to satisfy the prerequisite courses while on the PhD programme.
• MSc/MPhil Food Quality Management or its equivalent
• MSc/MPhil Chemistry or its equivalent
• MSc/MPhil Food Microbiology or its equivalent 4. Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology
• MSc/MPhil Biochemistry or its equivalent i. MPhil. Parasitology
• MSc/MPhil Agricultural Science or its equivalent ii. MPhil. Ecology
Admission shall be based on application with relevant qualification, iii. MPhil. Entomology
research proposal, performance at a selection interview and acceptance of iv. MPhil. Plant Physiology
prerequisite courses where recommendations have been made. v. MPhil. Microbiology
NB: International students from countries where English is not the official vi. MPhil. Plant Pathology
language will require proof of English proficiency. (Minimum of one-year). vii. MPhil. Reproductive Biology
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
3. Department of Environmental Science (Lower Division)) or its equivalent from a recognised institution in
i. MPhil. Environmental Science Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Medical Laboratory
Technology, Biotechnology, Agriculture, Biochemistry, or other related
Candidates must have Bachelor of Science degree or its equivalent in Biosciences programmes. Candidates will be required to pass a selection
Environmental Science, Biological Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, interview.
Mathematics, Engineering, Natural Resources, or other related fields from
a recognised university. Work experience may be an advantage.
Candidates may be required to pass a selection interview.
ii. MPhil. Environmental Science (Top-Up)
Candidates who already have a one-year MSc. degree in Environmental
Science and related disciplines (by taught course) can be admitted into the
second year (research phase) of the MPhil. Environmental Science
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viii. PhD. Parasitology NB: International students from countries where English is not the official
ix. PhD. Ecology language will require proof of English proficiency. (Minimum of one-year).
x. PhD. Entomology
xi. PhD. Animal Physiology
xii. PhD. Limnology and Fisheries
xiii. PhD. Plant Physiology • FACULTY OF PHYSICAL & COMPUTATIONAL SCIENCES
xiv. PhD. Microbiology
xv. PhD. Plant Pathology 1. Department of Chemistry
xvi. PhD. Reproductive Biology
i. MPhil. Chemistry
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognised ii. MPhil. Organic and Natural Products
institution and shall submit a research proposal to undertake the proposed iii. MPhil. Analytical Chemistry
programme. Candidates will be required to pass a selection interview. iv. MPhil. Environmental Chemistry
v. MPhil. Physical Chemistry
NB: International students from countries where English is not the official
language will require proof of English proficiency. (Minimum of one-year). Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry, Chemical
Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering and related science disciplines
with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division). In addition, candidates
will be required to attend a selection interview.
5. Department of Optometry and Visual Science
vi. MPhil. Polymer Science and Technology
i. MPhil Vision Science Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry, Physics,
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering and related science
Division)) from a recognised University in Optometry, Vision Science, disciplines with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division). In addition,
Neuroscience, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology, Mathematics, candidates will be required to attend a selection interview.
Physics, Human Biology, Medicine, Chemistry, Ophthalmology, Biological
Sciences/Molecular, Biomedical Sciences, Computer Engineering/Science. vii. PhD. Chemistry
Candidates shall be required to pass a selection interview. Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree or its equivalent in Chemistry,
Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/ Engineering, and any
ii. PhD Vision Science science disciplines. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and
Candidates must have an MSc or MPhil degree in Optometry, Vision pass a selection interview.
Science, Neuroscience, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology,
Mathematics, Physics, Human Biology, Medicine, Chemistry,
Ophthalmology, Biological Sciences/Molecular, Biomedical Sciences,
Computer Engineering/Science. Candidates shall be required to pass a
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2. Department of Physics vi. MPhil. Mathematical and Computational Physics
i. MPhil. Geophysics Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Upper
Division)) in Physics, Meteorology and Climate Science, Engineering,
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division)) in Physics, Geology and related disciplines, Engineering, Chemistry, or Mathematics from a recognised university. In addition,
Mathematics or Statistics from a recognised university. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.
candidates will be required to attend a selection interview. The programme is in collaboration with the University of L’Aquila – Itali.
ii. MPhil. Environmental Physics vii. PhD. Geophysics
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower Candidates must have an MPhil degree in Geophysics, Geology with
Division)) in Physics, Meteorology and Climate Science, Mathematics, Geophysics or Geosciences related fields with specialisation in Geophysics
Engineering or Chemistry from a recognised university. In addition, from a recognised university. In addition, candidates will be required to
candidates will be required to attend a selection interview. attend and pass a selection interview.
iii. MPhil. Solid State Physics viii. PhD. Environmental Physics
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil degree in Physics, MPhil Degree in
Division)) in Physics, Materials Engineering or Engineering Physics from a Meteorology and Climate Science, Mathematics, or Chemistry from a
recognised university. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a recognised university. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and
selection interview. pass a selection interview.
iv. MPhil. Materials Science ix. PhD. Solid State Physics
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower Candidates must have an MPhil degree in Solid State Physics, Materials
Division)) in Physics, Materials Engineering or Chemical Engineering from Science, or Physics with specialisation in Physics Materials or Solid State
a recognised university. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a from a recognised university. In addition, candidates will be required to
selection interview. attend and pass a selection interview.
v. MPhil. Nuclear Science and Technology
x. PhD. Materials Science
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division)) in Physics, or Physics with Biomedical Physics from a Candidates must have an MPhil degree in Solid State Physics, Materials
recognised university. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Geophysics, or Physics with
selection interview. specialisation in Physics Materials or Solid State from a recognised
university. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and pass a
selection interview.

xi. PhD. Nuclear Science and Technology

Candidates must have an MSc/MPhil. degree in Physics, MPhil. Degree in
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Physics from a recognised university. In addition, candidates will be The Programme is an English-speaking graduate programme that will
required to attend and pass a selection interview. involve faculties from the Department of Mathematics, KNUST, and partner
institutions to cover the curriculum. Therefore, the following are the
xii. PhD. Mathematical and Computational Physics language requirements:
Candidates must have an MPhil. degree in Solid State Physics, Materials Credit passes in English language at O/L, WAEC/SSSCE West African
Science, Physics, Engineering, Geophysics, Applied Physics, Nuclear School Certificate Examinations or at the baccalaureate, or Candidates from
Physics, Applied Nuclear Physics, Meteorology and Climate Science, non-Anglophone countries must have an internationally recognized
Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Environmental Physics from a Certificate of Proficiency in the English Language (TOEFL or British
recognised university. In addition, candidates will be required to attend and Council, IELTS) with above average score e.g. TOEFL (75% or above).
pass a selection interview. Candidates without this qualification will take a two-month university
The programme is in collaboration with the University of L’Aquila – Itali. programme before the programme commences each year.

The lack of proficiency in English would not constitute a determinant

criterion against the selection of a candidate. Prior to arriving in KNUST,
3. Department of Meteorology and Climate Science
the Mathematics Department will facilitate the attendance of an intensive
1. MPhil. Meteorology and Climate Science English language training programme at KNUST for Non-English-speaking
participants.
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Division)) in Meteorology and Climate Science, Physics, Mathematics,
Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science, from a recognised university or iii. MPhil. Scientific Computing and Industrial Modeling
Geography plus World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) diploma in Candidates must have obtained a Bachelor of Science honours Degree from
meteorology and at least three (3) years work experience with a meteorology a reputable and accredited University or Institution of Higher Learning.
and climate science agency. In addition, candidates will be required to attend Candidates with Bachelor’s Degrees in the Sciences, such as Mathematics,
a selection interview. Statistics, Computer Science, Physics and Chemistry, and Engineering may
apply. Candidates with a minimum of Second-Class Upper degrees shall be
2. PhD. Meteorology and Climate Science
given priority during the recruitment process. Candidates must attend and
Candidates must have an MPhil degree in Meteorology and Climate pass an interview that will be conducted by an admission committee set up
Science, Environmental Physics or Atmospheric Physics from a recognised by NIMS-Ghana and the Department of Mathematics.
university. In addition, candidates will be required to attend a selection
interview.
iv. PhD. Scientific Computing and Industrial Modeling
Candidates must have a minimum of Second-Class Honors (Upper
4. Department of Mathematics Division) in their first degree or a postgraduate diploma in Mathematics or
i. MPhil. Pure Mathematics its equivalent and a good Master of Philosophy in Scientific computing and
ii. MPhil. Applied Mathematics industrial modeling, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or its
equivalent and other relevant disciplines, with an average of at least 60%
Candidates must have a minimum of Second-Class Honors (Lower CWA and must submit academic transcripts. Candidates from non-
Division) from a recognized University in the following areas: Bachelor of Anglophone countries must have an internationally recognized. Certificate
Science in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or related degrees.

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of Proficiency in the English Language (TOEFL or British Council, IELTS) 5. Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science
with above average score. Otherwise, they will undertake a three-month
intensive English training at KNUST. Candidates must be less than 35 years i. MPhil. Actuarial Science
of age and must submit three favorable references, one of whom may
preferably be the supervisor at the Master’s level. In addition, the following Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
are also essential for selecting participants. Candidates must demonstrate Division)) in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Physics and
adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and effective decision making, Engineering. Candidates with a good first degree in Finance, Accounting,
problem-solving potential and should be socially competent. Candidates Economics and other relevant disciplines will be considered provided they
must submit both soft and hard copies of the research pre-proposal (about 6 also pass at least level 1 examination from the Society of Actuaries (SOA),
- 8 pages double space), which will be fine-tuned under the guidance of their Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) and Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA)
supervisors, if admitted. Candidates must show evidence of current and examinations, Institute and Faculty of Actuarial (IFOA). Candidates with a
previous employment. Full-time availability after admission for a period of good MSc in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance,
at least three years. Candidates must pass an interview. Accounting, Economics, and other related disciplines will be considered
provided they audit courses not done in MSc studies. Candidates will be
v. PhD. Pure Mathematics required to attend and pass a selection interview.
vi. PhD. Applied Mathematics
Candidates must have a minimum of Second-Class Honors (Upper
ii. MPhil. Mathematical Statistics
Division) in their first degree or a postgraduate diploma in Mathematics or
its equivalent. Candidates must have a good Master of Philosophy in Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower
Pure/Applied Mathematics or its equivalent and other relevant disciplines, Division)) in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science or related
with an average of at least 65% CWA and must submit academic transcripts. disciplines. Candidates with a good MSc in Actuarial Science, Statistics,
Candidates from non-Anglophone countries must have an internationally Mathematics, Finance, Accounting, Economics, and other related
recognized Certificate of Proficiency in the English Language (TOEFL or disciplines will be considered provided they audit courses not done in MSc
British Council, IELTS) with an above-average score. Otherwise, they will studies. Candidates will be required to attend and pass a selection interview.
undertake a three-month intensive English training and must submit three
favorable references, one of whom may preferably be the supervisor at the iii. PhD Actuarial Science
master’s level. In addition, candidates must demonstrate adequate iv. PhD Mathematical Statistics
intellectual capacity, maturity, and effective decision-making, problem- Candidates must hold an MPhil degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or
solving potential and should be socially competent. Candidates must submit Actuarial Science with a strong research background and must
both soft and hard copies of the research pre-proposal (about 6 – 8 pages independently be able to carry out original scientific research. Qualified
double space), which will be fine-tuned under the guidance of their applicants will be interviewed.
supervisors if admitted. Candidates must show evidence of current and
previous employment. Full-time availability after admission for a period of
at least three years. Candidates must attend and pass an interview that will
be conducted by an admission committee set up by the Department of
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6. Department of Computer Science and Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software
Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Computer
i. MSc. Computer Science Network/Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science with
ii. MPhil. Computer Science Mathematics, Computer Technology, Computer Security, Computer
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower Forensics, Computer Gaming.
Division)) from an accredited university in any of the following areas:
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering,
Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Networking/Networks,
Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science with Mathematics, Computer
G. INSTITUTE OF DISTANCE LEARNING
Forensics, Computer Technology, Computer Gaming, Computer Security.
Candidates must demonstrate that they are familiar with at least one All MPhil/MBA programmes are for two years and MSc/MPA programmes
programming language (i.e., C, C++, C#, Java, Python, JavaScript) are of one-year duration. Applicants may be required to attend a selection
iii. MSc. Cyber Security and Digital Forensics interview.
iv. MPhil. Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
1. MSc. Health Informatics
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class
2. MSc. Information Technology
(Lower Division)) from an accredited university in Computer Science,
Computer Forensics, Computer Engineering, Information Technology (2nd 3. MSc. Human Nutrition
Upper), Cyber Security, and Network Engineering. 4. MSc. Food Quality Management
5. MSc. Biotechnology
v. MSc. Information Technology
6. MSc. Forensic Science
vi. MPhil. Information Technology
7. Commonwealth Master of Business Administration (CMBA) with
Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class (Lower specialisations in:
Division)) from an accredited university in any of the following areas:
a) Finance
Information Technology, Information, Communication and Technology,
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, b) Marketing
Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Networking/Networks, c) Human Resource Management
Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science with Mathematics, Computer d) Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Forensics, Computer Technology, Computer Gaming, Computer Security. 8. MBA International Business
In exceptional cases, candidates found to have a weak background in any 9. MSc. Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
course, especially in programming, may be required to take extra courses as
10. MSc. Industrial Finance and Investment
may be deemed necessary.
11. MSc. Business Consulting and Enterprise Risk Management
vii. PhD. Computer Science 12. MSc. Educational Innovations and Leadership Science
viii. PhD. Information Technology 13. Master of Education (M.Ed)
Candidates must have a master’s degree (MSc/MPhil) from an accredited 14. MSc. Project Management
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 16. Master of Public Administration (MPA) 2. MSc. Information Technology
17. MSc. Security and Justice Administration 3. MSc. Human Nutrition
18. MSc. Energy and Sustainable Management 4. MSc. Food Quality Management
5. MSc. Biotechnology
19. MSc. Hospitality and Tourism Management
6. MSc. Forensic Science
20. MSc. Strategic Management and Leadership
21. MSc. Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership Entry Requirements (Programmes 1 – 6):
22. MSc. Insurance
Applicants for all the above programmes (1 – 6) must hold a good
23. MSc. Development Finance
bachelor’s degree from a recognised University in Science (Physical and
24. MSc. Management and Human Resource Strategy Biological) or Engineering background.
25. MSc. Marketing
26. MSc. Economics 7. Commonwealth Master of Business Administration with
27. MPhil. Post-Harvest Technology (Horticulture) specialisations in:
28. MSc. Logistics and Supply Chain Management a) Finance
29. MSc. Procurement and Supply Chain Management b) Marketing
30. MSc. Geography and Sustainable Development c) Human Resource Management
31. MSc. Accounting and Finance d) Logistics and Supply Chain Management
32. MSc. Actuarial Science e) Accounting
33. MSc. Applied Statistics 8. MBA International Business
9. MSc Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
34. MSc. Environmental Science
10. MSc. Industrial Finance and Investment
35. MSc. Agribusiness Management 11. MSc Business Consulting and Enterprise Risk Management
36. MSc. Mechanical Engineering 12. MSc. Educational Innovations and Leadership Science
37. MSc. Cyber Security and Digital Forensics 13. Master of Education
38. MSc. Environmental Resources Management 14. MSc. Project Management
39. MSc. Communication System and Network Engineering 15. MSc. Development Management
40. Professional Master of Engineering with Management (MEng) 16. Master of Public Administration
17. MSc. Security and Justice Administration
Programmes
18. MSc. Energy and Sustainable Management
41. MPhil. Crop Science 19. MSc. Hospitality and Tourism Management
42. MSc. Agricultural Extension and Development Communication 20. MSc. Strategic Management and Leadership
43. MSc Physics 21. MSc. Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership
22. MSc. Insurance and Business Continuity
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS OF PROGRAMMES 23. MSc. Development Finance
24. MSc. Management and Human Resource Strategy
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 26. MSc. Economics with options in: 30. MSc. Geography and Sustainable Development
a) MSc. Economics A good bachelor’s degree in any Geography and Development related
b) MSc. Economics (Money, Banking and Finance) discipline. Other Candidates with professional qualifications may be
c) MSc. Economics (Energy and Resource Economics) considered.
d) MSc. Economics (Health Economics and Policy)
31. MSc. Accounting and Finance
Entry Requirements (for Programmes 7 – 26): A good bachelor’s degree from a recognised University in Accounting or
Finance; or A good first degree with option in Accounting e.g., BSc
Applicants to the above programmes (7 – 26) must possess: Mathematics with Accounting; Any other good degree with Part II
A good bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised University; qualification from recognised professional accounting bodies such as:
or Professional qualifications (i.e., Chartered Level) in Accounting, ICAG, ACCA, CIMA, etc.
Banking, Finance, Administration, Marketing, Management, Insurance,
Engineering, Risk Management, etc. (e.g., ICAG, ACCA, CIMA, CIM, 32. MSc. Actuarial Science
CPA, CIB, CII, ICMCI, CIRM, CFA, CFM, etc.). A good first degree from a recognised University in Actuarial Science,
Physics, Mathematics, Engineering Accounting, Finance, Economics or
27. MPhil. Post-Harvest Technology (Horticulture) any programme within the Mathematical Sciences with evidence of
Applicants must hold a good bachelor’s degree from a recognised Mathematical or quantitative ability.
University in Post-Harvest Technology, Agriculture, Agricultural 33. MSc. Applied Statistics
Biotechnology, Natural Resource Management, Biological Sciences and A good first degree from a recognised University in Statistics,
other related sciences. Mathematics, or a Mathematical-related degree such as Actuarial Science,
28. MSc. Logistics and Supply Chain Management Economics, Computer Science, etc.
A good bachelor’s degree from a recognised University in Logistics and 34. MSc. Environmental Science
Supply Chain Management related discipline; or A good first degree in any A good first degree from a recognised University in Biological Sciences,
discipline with appreciable work experience in Supply Chain, Logistics or Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering,
Transport Management; or An international advanced diploma in Logistics Geography, Culture and Tourism, Natural Resource Management and
and Supply Chain Management. Agriculture.
29. MSc. Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Applicants must hold a good bachelor’s degree from a recognised 35. MSc. Agribusiness Management
University in Supply Chain Management; Candidates without a background A good first degree from a recognised University in Agribusiness
in Supply Chain Management MUST have verifiable experience and/or Management, Business Administration, Agriculture and relevant subject
training in Procurement Management; or Applicants that are chartered areas.
members of CIPS with two years’ work experience.
36. MSc. Mechanical Engineering
A good first degree in Mechanical Engineering or an allied discipline from
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 37. MSc. Cyber Security and Digital Forensics Possesses a BSc or B-Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering or Energy
A good first degree from a recognised University in Computer Science, related engineering disciplines from a recognised University.
Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Duration of MEng Programmes
Physics, Mathematics, Telecommunication, Business Information The professional engineering programmes are MODULAR, and the
Technology, Electrical Engineering and other related Science or modules will be run during weekends. The programme will cover two (2)
Engineering background. Candidates with professional qualifications and academic years.
experience in the relevant area may be considered. In addition to (i) and (ii)
above, applicants may be required to go through background security checks 41. MPhil. Crop Science
with the relevant state agency. A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) in
Agriculture, Agriculture Education, Natural Resources, Biological Science
38. MSc Environmental Resources Management or Environmental Science from a recognised University, Technical
A good first degree from a recognised University in Mineral Processing, University or University College.
Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Architecture,
Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources and Physical Science. 42. MSc. Agricultural Extension and Development Communication
A good first degree in Agriculture or relevant subject areas (Natural
39. MSc. Communication System and Network Engineering Resource Management, Rural Development, Development Planning,
A good first degree from a recognised University in Telecommunication, Development Studies, Environmental Management, Sociology,
Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Psychology) from a recognised University or Institution of higher learning.
Science, Physics, Mathematics, Telecommunication or other related Science
or Engineering subjects; or Applicants with BSc Electrical and Electronic 43. MSc. Physics
Technology in Education or BSc Information and Communication A good first degree in Physics, Meteorology and Climate Science,
Technology in Education and a CWA of 45 in a semester bridging course Engineering or Mathematics from a recognised University or Institution
organised by the University. of higher learning

40. Professional Master of Engineering with Management (MEng) 1. IDL Offices are as follows:
Programmes:
General Entry Requirements • KUMASI – The Office of the Director, Institute of Distance
A good first degree from a recognised University with minimum of two Learning, Casely-Hayford Building, KNUST Campus;
years of working experience contact/WhatsApp, 0500482885, 0207801326, 0245077483,
Specific Entry Requirements for Options:
0509314350
A. Oil and Gas (Mid and Downstream)
• ACCRA – Old KNUST Guest House near ECOBANK Head
Possesses a BSc or B-Tech degree in Chemical Process and other
Quarters, Adabraka; contact/WhatsApp 0500482875 or KNUST
Engineering disciplines from a recognised University;
B. Industrial Operations Accra City Centre, Kwabenya; contact/WhatsApp 0546924824 or
Possesses a BSc or B-Tech degree in Engineering disciplines from a McCarthy Office contact/WhatsApp 0509627664 or Adenta Office
recognised University. contact/WhatsApp 0509627679
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 • TAKORADI – Sekondi-Takoradi City Centre, Kansaworado,
contact/WhatsApp 0500 482 883
• TAMALE – KNUST IDL Centre, Kapohini (near SSNIT Regional
Headquarters); contact/WhatsApp 0244771773, 0208288666

2. PLEASE NOTE: Programmes would only be mounted at Centres

with the requisite minimum number of qualified applicants (please
contact IDL Office for details).

3. Facilitation is a blend of online and face-to-face sessions on weekends

(Saturdays and Sundays) at the Centres mentioned above.

4. For more information and in-depth knowledge about the programmes,

visit idl.knust.edu.gh or call 0247274661 or 0507110005.

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