Entry Requirements for Bachelor of Technology Programmes (4-year Straight Degree)

A. MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

MORNING AND EVENING SESSIONS

West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with a  minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science as well as in any three (3) of the following elective subjects namely: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Elective Mathematics will be admitted to level 100 of the BTech Medical Laboratory Science Programme.

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science as well as in any three (3) of the following elective subjects namely: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Elective Mathematics will be admitted to Level 100 of the BTech Medical Laboratory Science Programme.

General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better) in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for Science students will be admitted to level 100 of the B.Tech Medical Laboratory Science Programme.

Mature Applicant (Evening Session)

    The mature applicant must:

  1. Be at least 25 years old by 30th September, 2021.
  2. Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  3. Provide introductory letter from employer or show any other proof of employment in the health sector for 2 years or more;
  4. Have post-secondary school training in laboratory science or allied health science.
  5. Pass mature students’ entrance examinations.

International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted on the basis of qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the National Accreditation Board (NAB) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries. International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for offer of admission. International applicants who fail to provide evidence of having acquired this card will not have their applications processed.

B. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science as well as in any three (3) of the following elective subjects namely: Applied Electricity, Physics, Chemistry, Elective Mathematics and Technical Drawing.

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science as well as in any three (3) of the following elective subjects namely: Applied Electricity, Physics, Chemistry, Elective Mathematics and Technical Drawing.

 General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects including Mathematics and Physics. A pass in Chemistry will be an advantage, at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject. 

Technician Applicants

  • Credit passes in EET Part One certificate plus EET II certificates

OR

  • Credit Pass in Ordinary Technician Diploma

OR

  • Credit Passes in City and Guilds Technician Certificate and Technician Diploma plus Advance Technician Diploma Certificate

OR

  • Credit Passes in EET I Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science

 Mature Applicant

The mature applicant must:

  1. Be at least 25 years old by 30th September, 2021.
  2. Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  3. In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge in Electrical and Electronic.
  4. The mature candidate must have the relevant working experience in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and related subjects.

International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted on the basis of qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the National Accreditation Board (NAB) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries. International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for offer of admission. International applicants who fail to provide evidence of having acquired this card will not have their applications processed.

C. WATER AND SANITATION ENGINEERING

West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science as well as in any three (3) of the following elective subjects namely: Chemistry, Biology, Elective Mathematics and Physics.

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science as well as in any three (3) of the following elective subjects namely: Chemistry, Biology, Elective Mathematics and Physics.

 General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects including Mathematics/Biology, Physics and Chemistry at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject.

Technician Applicants

Technician Applicants with CTC III certificate (old or new scheme).

Diploma Holders

Holders of KNUST Diploma in Civil Engineering with one-year relevant working experience will be offered unconditional admission into the programme.

Mature Candidates

The mature applicant must:

  1. Be at least 25 years old by 30th September, 2021.
  2. Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date
  3. which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  4. In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge.
  5. Mature candidates should have worked in a relevant Water and Sanitation Industry.

International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted on the basis of qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the National Accreditation Board (NAB) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries. International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for offer of admission. International applicants who fail to provide evidence of having acquired this card will not have their applications processed.

D. CYBER SECURITY

West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science as well as in any three (3) of the following elective subjects namely: Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. For non-science students, Grade C6 or better in Elective Mathematics and/or Elective ICT is required.

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and Grade D or better in 3 elective subjects in General Science (Elective Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry). For non-science students, Grade D or better in elective mathematics and/or elective ICT is required.

 General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level

Applicants with passes in three (3) subjects including Mathematics/Biology, Physics and Chemistry at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better in addition to having credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject.

 ABCE

A minimum of three (3)  passes one (1) of which should be grade D or better in Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) in Information Technology (WAEC) plus four (4) GBCE credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and Science.

Diploma

A two-year Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognized higher institution.

Mature Candidates

The mature applicant must:

  1. Be at least 25 years old by 30th September, 2021.
  2. Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  3. In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge.
  4. Have reasonable education and work experience in the areas of Cyber Security, Computer Science, and Information Technology or any other relevant area.
  5. Holders of Teachers’ Post-Secondary School Certificate (3 years) would be required to apply as Mature Candidates.

International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted on the basis of qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the National Accreditation Board (NAB) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries. International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for offer of admission. International applicants who fail to provide evidence of having acquired this card will not have their applications processed.

D. INTERIOR DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science as well as in any three (3) elective subjects.

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science and grade D or better in any three (3) elective subjects.

 GCE ‘A’ Level Applicants

Five (5) GCE ‘O” Level credits including English Language and Mathematics in addition to three (3) GCE ‘A’ Level  passes one (1) of which should be grade D or better.

TECHNICIAN APPLICANTS

  • Credit Passes CTC I certificate plus CTC II certificates

OR

  • Credit Pass in Ordinary Technician Diploma

OR

  • Credit Passes in City and Guilds Technician Certificate and Technician Diploma plus Advance Technician Diploma Certificate

OR

  • Credit Passes in CTC I Certificate plus credit passes in SSSCE/WASSCE English Language and Core Mathematics and Integrated Science.

International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted on the basis of qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the National Accreditation Board (NAB) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries. International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for offer of admission. International applicants who fail to provide evidence of having acquired this card will not have their applications processed.

E. ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE ANALYTICS

West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of C6 or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science/Social Studies/Life Skills as well as in any three (3) elective subjects.

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)

Applicants with a minimum grade of D or better in three (3) core subjects i.e. English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies/Life Skills and grade D or better in any three (3) elective subjects.

 GCE ‘A’ Level Applicants

Five (5) GCE ‘O” Level credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject in addition to Three (3) GCE ‘A’ Level  passes two (2) of which should be grade C or better. A pass in General Paper is an advantage.

DBS Applicants

Applicants must have credit passes in dbs subjects.

AND

FOUR (5) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics.

Ghana Commercial Examination (ABCE Applicants)

 Applicants must have three (3) credit passes in rsa iii/ABCE. Two (2) of the passes must be D or better.

 and

Five (5) GBCE or Five (5) GCE ‘O’ LEVEL/SSSCE/WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics and a Science Subject. .

Other Applicants

Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Accountancy plus four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credit passes including English Language and Mathematics.

or

Ghana Accounting Technician (GAT) with a minimum of Part I plus four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credit passes including English Language and Mathematics.

                                                        OR

Level I of ACCA or ICA (Gh.) plus Four (4) GCE ‘O’ Level / GBCE / SSSCE / WASSCE credits including English Language and Mathematics.

Mature Candidates

The mature applicant must:

  1. Be at least 25 years old by 30th September, 2021.
  2. Show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date which is at least 5 years old at the time of application;
  3. In addition, applicants must pass the Mature Entrance Examinations to be conducted in English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge.
  4. Holders of Teachers’ Post-Secondary School Certificate (3 years) would be required to apply as Mature Candidates.

International Applicants

International applicants may be admitted on the basis of qualifications from their home countries for which equivalence shall be determined by the National Accreditation Board (NAB) of Ghana and submitted to the University. Evidence of proficiency in English Language will be required in the case of applicants from non-English speaking countries. International applicants are also requested to acquire Non-Citizen Ghana card as a pre-requisite for offer of admission. International applicants who fail to provide evidence of having acquired this card will not have their applications processed.

F. LOGISTICS & TRANSPORT MANAGMENT

i. Higher National Diploma (HND) certificate in a relevant field with a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division.

ii. Where applicable, the following documents must be submitted along with the application form:

  • HND Certificate and Transcript
  • Non-Citizen Ghana card (FOR ALL INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS)

iii. HND graduates from other fields or disciplines would have to participate in a four-week bridging course.