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KNUST Requirements for 2024/25

Welcome to the KNUST Admission Requirements page for 2024. You will see from this page the Admission Requirements needed for applicants to qualify for 2025/2026 Admission.

Securing admission to Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is a significant milestone in your educational journey. The KNUST open doors to a world of knowledge, personal growth, and future opportunities. However, the process of applying to the university can be daunting. The KNUST has its own unique set of admission requirements. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the key components of  KNUST Admission Requirements and also provide aspiring students with a roadmap to success.

The KNUST is one of the best universities in Ghana . The University offers many programmes to train students to become great professionals and leaders in the future. Each programme offered at KNUST has specific requirements that prospective students are required to meet to guarantee their chance of gaining admission.

Before one can get admission to read their preferred course, you have to meet the requirements for that course. The Admission Office of the KNUST has announced the available Courses and their requirements for 2025/2026 KNUST Admission.

Candidates may be interested to check out the following info:

1. KNUST Courses

2. KNUST Fees

3. KNUST Application Deadline

4. KNUST Online Application

Comprehensive Guide of the KNUST Admission Requirements

KNUST Undergraduate, Distance,
Sandwich, Mature Admission
Requirements
General Admission Requirements
WASSCE/SSSCE Applicants:
1. Applicant must have CREDITS in the THREE WASSCE/SSSCE Core
Subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science)
2. CREDITS in THREE WASSCE/SSSCE Elective Subjects or its equivalent
relevant to the chosen Programme with aggregate 24 or better
(WASSCE: A1-C6/SSSCE A-D).
General Business Certificate Examination
(GBCE) Applicants
1. Applicants must have passes in THREE Compulsory Subjects
including English Language and passes in THREE Elective Subjects
including Business Mathematics.
KNUST Admission Requirements And Cut Of Points For Undergraduate, Distance, Postgraduate, Sandwich And Mature Applicants.
GCE/IGCSE (CAMBRIDGE) ‘A’ & ‘O’LEVELS/Mature Applicants:
1. Applicants must have FIVE credits at the GCE/IGCSE O’ Level
including English Language and Mathematics (or its approved
equivalent), plus passes in at least Three (3) subjects at the
Advanced Level Three Credits in the case of mature applicants. In
addition, the applicant must fulfil the appropriate Faculty or
Departmental requirements.
Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE):
1. Applicants must have passes in THREE Compulsory Subjects plus
THREE (3) Optional Subjects relevant to the Programme of study.
International Baccalaureate Holders
1. International Baccalaureate holders should have a minimum of grade
4 at the Higher Level (HL) in Three (3) Subjects relevant to the
Programme of choice and minimum of grade 5 in Chemistry for
Health and Allied Sciences.
2. For Engineering at least, grade 5 at the Higher level (HL) in
Mathematics.
3. In addition, one must have a minimum of grade 4 in English
Language and Mathematics at the Standard Level (SL) and at least
grade C in a Science subject at the IGCSE. Applicants from French
speaking Countries must provide a minimum of one year English
Proficiency Certificate.

  College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Chemistry and any TWO (2) from Physics or Mathematics, Biology or General Agriculture or Animal Husbandry or Crop Husbandry or Horticulture.

 BSC. Agribusiness Management
Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE subjects from the following options:

  • Science: Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics, and Biology or General
  • Business: Economics, Accounting, Business Management, Business Mathematics, Costing and Elective Applicants with this combination must have a minimum of C (for SSSCE applicants) and B3 (for WASSCE Applicants) in Integrated Science.
  • General Arts: Economics, Geography, and Elective Applicants with this combination must have a minimum of C (for SSSCE applicants) and B3 (for WASSCE Applicants) in Integrated Science.
  • General Agriculture: Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics, and Biology or General Agriculture or Crop Husbandry or
  BSC. Landscape Design and Management
Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE Subject from the following options:

  • Science: Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics or Crop Husbandry, Biology or General
  • General Arts: Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Technical Drawing and General Knowledge in
  • Visual Art: General Knowledge in Art, Graphic Design, Chemistry, Picture Making, Painting and sculpture

2. GCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

‘O’ Level: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects or equivalent qualification including English Language, Mathematics, AND,

‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects or equivalent from Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics, and Biology or Agricultural Science.

    BSC. Landscape and Management

‘O’ Level: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects or equivalent qualification including English Language, Mathematics, and any three from:

    • Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Agricultural Science, or
    • General Science, Additional General Science, and Additional Mathematics, and any other relevant

‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects or equivalent from Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics, and Biology or Agricultural Science

3.  MATURE APPLICANTS

Applicants must have attained the age of 25 years at the time of submitting the Application Forms and must have a minimum of TWO (2) years post qualification experience. In addition, applicant must satisfy any of the following qualifications:

  • Diploma or Higher National Diploma Applicants: Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Agriculture or Agriculture-related programme from a recognized institution. OR
  • GCE Applicants: Five (5) credits at O’ Level including English Language and Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, or Additional Mathematics, and Additional General
  • WASSCE/SSSCE Applicants: Credits passes in THREE (3) Elective subjects in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics or General Agriculture or Crop Husbandry or and

Selected Applicants   may be interviewed and sit for an entrance exam as well.

  Faculty of Natural Resource Management
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Natural Resource Management 

Forest Resource Technology 

Aquaculture and Water Resource Management 

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science

Elective Subjects: Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics, and Biology or General Agriculture.

2.  ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANT

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects or equivalent qualification including English Language and Mathematics.
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in Chemistry, Physics and any one from Biology, Agricultural Science, and Applicants with Agricultural Science or Mathematics. Applicant must have a credit in “O’ Level Biology.
3. DIPLOMA HOLDERS
  • Two (2) Years Post Diploma field
  • An applicant must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE OR ‘A’ Level.
  • Shortlisted applicants must pass an interview.
4.    MATURE APPLICANTS
  • Applicant must have attained the age of 25 years at the time of the application
  • Must have a minimum of Two (2) Years post qualification experience in a related field of Natural Resources Management.
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE OR ‘A’ Level
  • Short-listed applicants must pass an interview
BSC. PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY
  1. WASSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science

Elective Subjects: Credit Passes in THREE (3) from any of the following options:

Science, General Arts, Visual Art, Technical and Home Economics.

2.    ‘A’LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects or equivalent passes from any of the following options: Science, and General Arts.
3.MATURE APPLICANTS
  • An applicant must be a least 25 years at the time of the
  • EITHER possess FIVE (5) credits at ‘O’ Level, including Mathematics and English Language, OR
  • Credit passes in THREE (3) WASSCE/SSSCE core Subjects plus credits in THREE (3) Elective Subjects in Science, General Arts, Visual Art, Technical, and Home Economics. Short-listed applicants may take an Entrance Examination and pass an interview.
College of Art and Built Environment

Faculty of Built Environment

  1. BSc Architecture
1.WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Mathematics and any TWO from the following options:

  •   Technical: Technical Drawing or Engineering Science, Woodwork or  Metalwork, Building Construction
  •   General Science :Biology, Chemistry, Physics
  •   Visual Art: General Knowledge in Art, Graphic Design, Picture Making
  •   General Arts: Economics, Geography
2. A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and

‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects from the following Groups:

  • Either Three (3) Subjects from Group A (Technical /Science)
  • Three (3) Subjects from Group B (Visual Art/General Art) or
  • Three (3) Subject Combinations from Groups A and B

It is compulsory to pass in the General Paper.

3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level or HND
  • An applicant must have demonstrated interest in the area of Architectural
  • It must be noted, however, that experience at an Architect’s Office or familiarity with computer drafting techniques alone is not a special advantage. The Department shall not regard these as substitutes for the minimum entry requirements to pursue a degree Applicants may be required to pass a written and an oral examination after pre-qualification exercise.
BSC. Construction Technology and Management (Building Technology)
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Mathematics and any Two (2) from the following options:

  • Technical: Technical Drawing or Engineering Science, Woodwork, Building Construction, and Metalwork.
  • Science: Chemistry, and Physics
  • General Art: Economics, and Geography
2. A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in Mathematics and any TWO (2) from the following options:

Group A: Physics, and Chemistry

Group B: Geography, Economics, Technical Drawing, and Building Construction.

3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1) and (2.0) or
  • An applicant may be required to pass a qualifying examination which shall form the basis for short-listing of candidates for an interview. Candidates must also pass an
BSC. Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics (Building Technology)
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Mathematics and any Two (2) from the following: Chemistry, Economics, Geography, Technical Drawing, Building Construction and Physics.

2. A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in Mathematics and any TWO (2) from the following: Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Economics, Building Construction and Technical Drawing
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of the application
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0) or
  • An applicants may be required to pass a qualifying examination which shall form the basis for short-listing of candidates for an interview. Candidates must also pass an interview.
BSC Development Planning
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in three (3) Elective Subjects as follows: Three (3) Electives from Group A or Two (2) from Group A and One (1) from Group B:

Group A: Economics, Introduction to Business Management, Geography, Government, Elective Mathematics, General Knowledge in Art.

Group B: Accounting, Technical Drawing, Graphic Design, Picture Making, Sculpture, and Painting.

2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and science.
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in the three (3) subjects from the groups below:
  • Either all Subjects from Group A, OR
  • Two (2) subjects from Group A, and one (1) subject from Group B GROUP A: Economics, Geography and Government

GROUP B: Mathematics, Statistics, General Knowledge in Art, Accounting and Business Management.

3.  MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of  the application
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as follows
  • An applicant may be required to pass a qualifying examination which shall form the basis for short-listing of candidates for an interview. Candidates must also pass an interview.
BSC. Human Settlement Planning
  1. WASSCE/ SSSCE APPLICANTS

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in three  (3) Subjects in Group A including Geography, OR Credit passes in TWO (2) Subjects in Group A, and a credit pass in ONE (1) from in Group B, as follows:

GROUP A:Economics, Introduction to Business Management, Geography, Government, Mathematics, General Knowledge in Art

GROUP B:Accounting, Technical Drawing, Graphic Design, Picture Making, Sculpture  Painting

2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes or equivalent in TWO (2) from Group A and ONE
    • from Group B, plus a pass in General

GROUP A:Economics, Geography, and Government

GROUP B:Mathematics, Statistics, Art, Accounting, and Business Management

3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0).
  • Higher National Diploma (HND), Construction Technician Course (Part III) or Professional Draughtmanship Certificates with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in draughtsmanship.
  • An applicant may be required to pass a qualifying examination which shall form the basis for short-listing of candidates for an interview.
BSC LAND ECONOMY
BSC REAL ESTATE
  1.  WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE subjects from the following:

  • Economics, Geography and a third subject relevant to the Land Economy Programme, preferably Accounting, Business Management, Government, Business Mathematics, French, Literature in English, History, Building Construction, Technical Drawing and
  • Economics, and TWO (2) other subjects from the following: Elective Mathematics, Geography, Accounting, Business Management, Business Mathematics, Government, French, Building Construction, Technical Drawing, and General Knowledge in Art.
2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects, two of which shall be Economics and Geography, at a grade not below Preference will be given to a third subject in Mathematics, Government or History. Candidates must also pass the General Paper.
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0), OR should hold a Diploma/HND in Estate Management.
  • An applicant may be required to pass a qualifying examination which shall form the basis for short-listing of candidates for an interview. Candidates must also pass an
4. DIPLOMA HOLDERS

Candidates with the Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Estate Management or other relevant Diploma qualification from a recognized University or Polytechnic with Cumulative Weighted Average (CWA) of 70% and above after a successful interview would be admitted into the second year of the Programme. Other Diploma holders with less than 70% as their CWA would be required to have three years’ work experience in the real estate industry and in addition pass an interview to be admitted into first year of the Programme.

Faculty of Art
1.      BFA. Painting &Sculpture
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE subjects from the following groups:

  • VISUAL ART: General Knowledge in Art, and any TWO (2) Visual Arts Elective
  • HOME ECONOMICS: General Knowledge in Art, and any TWO (2) Home Economics Elective
  • TECHNICAL: General Knowledge in Art, plus any TWO (2) Technical Elective
  • SCIENCE: General Knowledge in Art, plus any TWO (2) Science Elective
  • GENERAL ARTS: General Knowledge in Art, plus any TWO (2) General Arts Elective
  • BUSINESS: General Knowledge in Art, plus any TWO (2) Business Elective
2. A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS
Entry Requirements
  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in General Knowledge in Art and any TWO subjects
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the application with at least THREE (3) years working experience.
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0), or should hold a Diploma.
  • An applicant may be required to pass a qualifying examination which shall form the basis for short-listing of candidates for an interview. Candidates must also pass an
4. HND APPLICANTS/DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION IN ART AND RELATED FIELDS

An applicant who possesses an HND in Creative Art or Equivalent Diploma will be admitted into the Second (2nd) Year of the Programme. Applicants must also pass an interview.

Applicants may be admitted into the SECOND or THIRD YEAR based on performance at the interview.

 BA. Communication Design (Graphic Design)
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Graphic Design, General Knowledge in Art and any other Visual Arts Elective Subject excluding Leatherwork, Basketry and Bead making.

2. A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in TWO (2) subjects including Art, preference would be given to applicants with THREE (3) passes at the A’ Level with grade A or B in
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the application with at least THREE (3) years working experience.
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0).
  • An applicant may be required to pass a qualifying examination which shall form the basis for short-listing of candidates for an interview. Candidates must also pass an interview and a practical
BA. Integrated Rural Art and Industry
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects from Picture Making, Leatherwork, Graphic Design, Textiles, Jewellery, Basketry, Sculpture, Ceramics, General Knowledge in Art, Management in Living, Clothing & Textiles, Food and Nutrition, Physics, Chemistry, Elective Mathematics, Biology, Technical Drawing, Woodwork, Metalwork, Religious Studies, Construction, Economics, History, Akan, Geography, Literature in English, Business Management, Accounting, Costing, and ICT.

2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in TWO (2) subjects including
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the application with at least THREE (3) years working experience.
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0).
  • An applicant may be required to pass a qualifying examination at which they must submit a portfolio of Artworks showing interest in Rural and Industrial
  • Candidates must also pass an interview and a practical
4. DIPLOMA HOLDERS

Entry Requirements

  • An applicant who possesses the Diploma in Rural Art and Industry High National Diploma (HND) in Education will be admitted into SECOND or THIRD YEAR of the
  • Applicants must also pass an interview or written examination or both
BA Publishing Studies
1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects from any of the following groupings:

  • VISUAL ARTS: General Knowledge in Art, Picture Making and/or Graphic Design plus Textiles or Sculpture or leatherwork
  • GENERAL ARTS: Geography, Economics, Government, English Language, History, Religious Studies, French, Ghanaian Languages etc.
  • BUSINESS: Economics, Accounting, Introduction to Business Management, Business Mathematics and Principles of Costing and Elective Mathematics.
  • VOCATIONAL/HOME ECONOMICS: General knowledge in Art, Management in Living plus either Food and Nutrition or Clothing and Textiles
  • SCIENCE: Biology, Chemistry plus Mathematics or Physics
2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in at least TWO (2) passes in the relevant subject areas as indicated in (1.0) above.
MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the application with at least FIVE (5) years working
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0).
  • Candidates must also pass an interview and a practical
BA METAL PRODUCT DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
  1. SSSCE/WASSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects from the following disciplines: Visual Art, Home Economics, Technical, Science, General Arts and Business.

 ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in at least TWO (2) passes in the relevant subject areas as indicated in (1.0) above.
MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of the
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0).
  • Candidates must also pass an interview and a practical
HND AND DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE IN RELEVANT AREAS

Entry Requirements

Applicants may be admitted starting either from the SECOND or THIRD YEAR based on performance at the interview.

TEXTILE DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
FASHION DESIGN
  1. WASSCE APPLICANTS

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects from the following disciplines: Visual Arts, Home Economics, Technical, Science, General Arts, and Business.

2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in at least TWO (2) passes in the relevant subject areas as indicated in (1.0) above.
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of the
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0).
  • Candidates must also pass an interview and a practical
4. HND AND DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE IN RELEVANT AREAS

Applicants may be admitted to start either from the SECOND or THIRD YEAR based on performance at the interview.

BFA. CERAMICS
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects from ANY of the following disciplines: Visual Art, Home Economics, and General Arts.

2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS
Entry Requirements
  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in at least TWO (2) passes in the relevant subject areas as indicated in (1.0) above.
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of the
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0).
  • Candidates must also pass an interview and a practical
4. HND AND DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE IN RELEVANT AREAS

Entry Requirements

Applicants with a certificate in relevant areas may be admitted to start either from the Second or Third Year based on performance at the interview.

BSC. Ceramic Technology
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in any THREE (3) subjects from any ONE of the following groupings:

  • Visual Art: Ceramics, General Knowledge-in-Art, and Chemistry or Mathematics or
  • Science: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics or
  • Technical: Technical Drawing, Building Construction, Applied Electricity, Auto Mechanics, Electronics,
2 .‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS AND EQUIVALENT

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in THREE (3) in Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Biology.
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of the
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level, as in (1.0) and (2.0).
  • Candidates must also pass an interview and a practical examination
HND AND DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE

Entry Requirements

Applicants with a certificate in the relevant area may be admitted to start either from the SECOND or THIRD YEAR based on performance at the interview.

Faculty of Educational Studies

B.Ed. JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION (With the following Options):

  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • C.T.
  • Agricultural Science
  • Visual Art
  • History and Geography
1.WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in any THREE (3) subjects from the following programmes:

  • Science, General Agriculture, and C.T. (for a-d)
  • Visual Art (for e)
  • General Arts including History or Geography, as may be applied (for f and g)
2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and

‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in THREE (3) subjects from the following programmes:

  • Science, General Agriculture, and C.T. (for a-d)
  • Visual Art (for e)
  • General Arts including History or Geography, as may be applied (for f and g)
College of Engineering
  1. AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING
  2. CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
  3. CIVIL ENGINEERING
  4. MATERIALS ENGINEERING
  5. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
  6. AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
  7. PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
  8. GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
  9. GEOMATIC (GEODETIC) ENGINEERING
  10. ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING
  11. COMPUTER ENGINEERING
  12. TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
  13. BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
  14. PETROCHEMICAL ENGINEERING
  15. METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING
I. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry.

  • For Programme J, Basic/Applied Electricity or Basic Electronics, or Information Communication Technology is acceptable in place of
  • For K, L, and M, Programmes, Electricity/Applied Electricity or Electronics is acceptable in place of
  • In the case of programme (M), Biology is acceptable in place of
  • For Programme (I), Geography is acceptable in place of
  • For Programmes E, and F any of the following is acceptable in place of Chemistry: Metal Work, Auto Mechanics, Applied Electricity, Technical Drawing and Engineering Science.
  • For Programmes P, Q and R any of the following is acceptable in place of Chemistry; Metalwork, Auto Mechanics, Applied Electricity, Technical Drawing, Building Construction and
  • For Programme A, any of the following are acceptable in place of Chemistry; Technical Drawing or Engineering Science and General Agriculture, Biology, Metalwork, Auto Mechanics, Applied Electricity, and Building Construction.
    • Applicants in this category who do not have Chemistry must obtain Grade B3 in Integrated
  • For Programme I, any of the following are acceptable in place of Chemistry, Applied Electricity or
2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: Either credit passes in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Physics with an ‘O’ Level credit in Chemistry,  Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
  • For Programme (I), EITHER passes in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Physics with an ‘O ‘Level credit pass in Chemistry OR Geography OR Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or Geography.
  • For programme C, credit passes in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Physics with credit in ‘Chemistry at O’
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the
  • EITHER credit passes in Five (5) subjects at the ‘O’ Level including English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, OR
  • Credit passes in THREE (3) WASSCE/SSSCE Core Subjects- English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science, and credit passes in Mathematics, Physics and chemistry
  • For Programme (I), Geography is acceptable in place of
  • For Programme Applicants must have at least THREE (3) years working experience.
4. HND APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • For programme K, applicants shall have at least Second Class Honours from any accredited Computer Engineering oriented programme such as Electrical and Electronic
  • In the case of programme M, applicants shall have at least Second Class Honours from any accredited Biomedical Engineering oriented programme such as Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Medical
  • Admission would be based on assessment of Academic
  • Applicants must satisfy the requirements for either WASSCE/SSSCE or ‘A’ Level as in (1.0) and (2.0)
  1. AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
  2. INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
  3. MARINE ENGINEERING
 WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Physics, Mathematics, and any one of the following:

  • Chemistry
  • Metalwork
  • Auto Mechanics
  • Applied Electricity
  • Technical Drawing
  • Building Construction
  • Woodwork

Applicants without Chemistry shall obtain at least B3 in Integrated Science.

2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • ‘O’ Level: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and
  • ‘A’ Level or equivalent: At least credit passes in Mathematics, Physics and chemistry
3. MATURE APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be 25 years at the time of s the
  • A minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience at the time of the application
  • Must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or A’ Level or
4. HND APPLICANTS

Entry Requirements

An applicants shall have at least Second Class Honour in any Mechanical Engineering orientated programme, such as:

  • Mechanical Engineering with any option
  • Agricultural Mechanization
  • Automobile Engineering
  • An Applicant must satisfy the requirements for WASSCE/SSSCE or ‘O’
  • Assessment shall be based on the applicants’
International and Other Applicants
  • International Baccalaureate applicants may apply with contents of programmes equivalent to the Ghanaian WASSCE/SSSCE or the Ghanaian ‘A’ Level programmes.
  • Credit passes of International Baccalaureate applicants shall meet requirements 1.0 and 0 with equivalent certificates.
College of Health Sciences
  1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS
  2. Human Biology (Medicine) (MBChB)
  3. Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
  4. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM.)
  5. Medical Laboratory Sciences
  6. General Nursing
  7. Midwifery
  8. Physiotherapy and Sports Science
  9. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)
  10. Bachelor of Herbal Medicine (BHM)
  11. Medical Imaging
  12. Physician Assistantship

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science.

Elective Subjects: Credit passes in Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics.

  • For (A & B), programmes may be followed with a 3-year clinical programme for the ChB degree and BDS degree respectively.
  • For Programme, (C), Animal Husbandry is acceptable in place of
  • ​For (A, B, &K), short-listed Applicants must pass an

 BSc. Disability and Rehabilitation Studies

Entry Requirements

Core Subjects: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science. Elective Subjects: Credit passes from the following groups: General Science, General Art, Business, Visual Art or Vocational.

2. ‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS
  1. Human Biology (Medicine) (MBChB)
  2. Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
  3. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
  4. Medical Laboratory Sciences
  5. General Nursing
  6. Midwifery
  7. Physiotherapy and Sports Science
  8. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)
  9. Bachelor of Herbal Medicine (BHM)
  10. Medical Imaging
  11. BSc Physician Assistantship Entry Requirements

‘O’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in FIVE (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics, and Additional/Elective Mathematics, and chemistry

‘A’ Level or equivalent: Credit passes in Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Applicants must also have a pass in General

3. MATURE APPLICANTS
  1. Medical Laboratory Sciences
  2. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)
  3. Bachelor of Herbal Medicine (BHM)
  4. Medical Imaging
  5. Physician Assistantship Entry Requirements
  • Applicants should be at least 25 years at the time of the
  • Applicants must satisfy the general requirements for the programme (i.e WASSCE/SSSCE, OR ‘A’ Level).
  • For (A), Applicants with Diploma/Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology with at least One (1) year post qualification experience shall be interviewed and successful Applicants placed in the SECOND YEAR.

Mature Candidates with University Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (Top-Up) would be placed in the THIRD YEAR, whilst Candidates with Ministry of Health Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or HND in Science Laboratory Technology will be placed in SECOND YEAR. All Candidates must have TWO (2) YEARS post-qualification experience and must have passed an interview.

  • Short-listed applicants may take an Entrance Examination and pass an interview.
BSc. General Nursing (Mature Applicants for Top-up)

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be at least 25 years of age at the time of the
  • Applicants must satisfy the University’s General Requirements for Admission into Degree Programmes.
  • Applicants must be Registered General Nurses with a Diploma in Nursing
  • Applicants must have a minimum of Two years working experience in a clinical
  • Applicants in this category must pass an
BSc. Midwifery (Mature Applicants for Top-up)
  • Applicants must be at least 25 years of age at the time of the
  • Applicants must satisfy the University’s General Requirements for Admission into degree
  • Applicants must be a registered Midwives with a Diploma in Midwifery
  • Applicants must have a minimum of TWO (2) years’ working experience in a clinical
  • Applicants in this category must pass an

BSc. Physiotherapy and Sports Science

  • Applicants should be a least 25 years at the time of the
  • Applicants must satisfy the general requirements for the programme (i.e WASSCE/SSSCE, OR ‘A’ Level). OR
  • Candidates who have relevant Diploma certificates in Sports and Exercise Science, Fitness Assessment, Physiotherapy and Orthotic Assistant, coaching etc. and who must have worked for at least three (3) years will be considered for admission into year
  • Applicants must be declared medically fit by the University Hospital and must undergo a physical fitness assessment and must pass a written and/or oral interview conducted at the
Other Applicants

 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) -Diploma Holder 

Entry Requirements

  • A Diploma from Pong-Tamale Veterinary School or any other recognized Veterinary Training Institutions,
  • Three (3) years relevant Post qualification working
  • All diploma holding applicants must also satisfy the minimum University entry requirement for
  • Applicants with BSc. Agriculture (Animal Science Option) or BSc. Biological Sciences not below 2ndClass lower division are eligible to apply for Admission. Such applicants will be admitted directly into 2nd year of the
2.  BSc. MIDWIFERY (Sandwich) Entry Requirements
  • Applicants must satisfy the University’s General Requirements for Admission into Degree Programmes.
  • Must be registered Midwives with a Diploma in Midwifery
  • Be at least 25 years of age at the time of submitting the application
  • Must have a minimum of TWO (2) years working experience in a clinical area
  • Applicants in this category must pass an
  • This Programme is taken during the NURSING (Emergency Option)

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must satisfy the University’s General Requirements for the Admission to Degree Programmes.
  • Must be registered general Nurses with a Diploma in Nursing
  • Must be at least 25 years of age at the time of the
  • Must have a minimum of TWO (2) years working Experience in a clinical
  • Applicants in this category must pass an
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM D) TOP-UP (Fee-Paying Only)

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must satisfy the University’s General Requirements for Admission into Degree Programmes.
  • Must have a Degree in Pharmacy with at least THREE (3) years post-registration
  • Must pass an interview and an entrance exams.
Bachelor of Herbal Medicine (BHM) Entry Requirements
  • Applicants who are Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS) certified or equivalent from a recognized
  • Must have a minimum of THREE (3) years working experience may
  • Must pass an interview and an entrance exams.
BSC PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTSHIP

Entry Requirements

  • Must possess a bachelor’s degree in the Life Sciences (Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Medical Laboratory Technology, Herbal Medicine and Sports and Exercise Science,) will be placed in year two (2) of the programme whilst applicants with BSc. Nursing will be placed in year three (3) of the programme.
  • Must pass an  interview and an entrance exams.
Conclusion:

Navigating the KNUST Admission Requirements requires thorough commitment, carefulness preparation, and attention to detail. Understanding the specific requirements for specific Courses, applicants need to have good academic transcripts, entrance examinations, language proficiency (for foreign students), and additional requirements in terms of documentation, is essential for a successful application. By applicants equipping themselves with this knowledge, they can confidently embark on their journey towards higher education at KNUST.

If you are confident of your qualification, click on KNUST Online Application to start the 2025/2026 Admission process.