Qualifications to Study Masters and PhD Programmes at KNUST

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology offers a wide range of both Masters and PhD programmes for duely qualified applicants.

Masters Programmes

At the time of application, applicants should possess a Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent from a recognized Institution in the relevant field of study. Preference will be given to applicants with FIRST CLASS OR SECOND CLASS.

Doctor of Philosophy Programmes

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

Programme Specific Requirement

Your graduate programme may have additional admissions requirements. Kindly visit the University’s official website to review your programme details.

Duration of programme

ProgrammeMandatoryYear(s) of Grace PeriodTotal
 FTPTFTFTFT
PhD4 226
MPhil/MFA/MArch2 113
MA/MSc/MBA2 113
MSc.1 112
MPH/MSc.12 monthsN/A1N/A2
  • FT – Full Time
  • PT – Part-Time