The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, KNUST Cut-Off Points for admission into undergraduate programmes have been released online for the 2023/2024 academic session.
There are certain requirements one must meet before being admitted to study in any tertiary institution in Ghana. One of these is meeting the minimum cut-off points of the school of choice. It is very easy to obtain admission if one has met the required cut-off points for admission into a particular course.
The following are the KNUST cut off points to consider before applying for admission to study any academic programme available at KNUST.
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Knust Admission Requirements
GUIDELINES FOR SELECTING AN UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME
- Most first degree Programmes of study are of Four (4) Years duration
- Minimum/General Entry Requirements
WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS
An applicant for admission to a degree Programme in the University must have CREDITS in the THREE WASSCE/SSSCE Core Subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science), and 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) D7, E8 & F9 ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE FOR ADMISSION PURPOSES.
** It is worth noting that the THREE CORE SUBJECTS are prerequisite for all Programmes of study at our University
GENERAL BUSINESS CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (GBCE)
Applicants must have passes in THREE Compulsory Subjects including English Language and passes in THREE Elective Subjects including Business Mathematics.
ADVANCED LEVEL/MATURE APPLICANTS
Applicants must have FIVE credits at the GCE O’ Level including English Language and Mathematics (or its approved equivalent), plus passes in at least THREE subjects at the Advanced Level/Three Credits in the case of mature applicants. In addition, the applicant must fulfill the appropriate Faculty or Departmental requirements.
ADVANCED BUSINESS CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (ABCE)
Applicants must have passes in THREE Compulsory Subjects plus THREE (3) Optional Subjects relevant to the Programme of study.
KNUST Cut-Off Points
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) cut-off points aggregates for 2023/2024 admissions are to serve only as a guide to applicants.
| 1. BA. Akan Language and Culture | 24 |
| 2. B.Ed. Junior High School Specialism | 24 |
| 3. BA. Communication Design (Graphic Design) | 14 |
| 4. BA. Communication Studies | 12 |
| 5. BA. Culture and Tourism | 16 |
| 6. BA. Economics | 13 |
| 7. BA. English | 20 |
| 8. BA. French and Francophone Studies | 15 |
| 9. BA. Geography and Rural Development | 14 |
| 10. BA. History | 18 |
| 11. BA. Linguistics | 22 |
| 12. BSc. Fashion Design | 16 |
| 13. BSc. Ceramics Design Technology | 24 |
| 14. BSc. Metalsmithing and Jewellery Technology | 24 |
| 15. BSc. Textile Design and Technology | 18 |
| 16. BA. Integrated Rural Art and Industry | 19 |
| 17. BFA. Painting and Sculpture | 20 |
| 18. BA. Political Studies | 11 |
| 19. BA. Publishing Studies | 16 |
| 20. BA. Religious Studies | 24 |
| 21. BA. Sociology | 14 |
| 22. BA. Social Work | 15 |
| 23. Bsc. Actuarial Science | 11 |
| 24. Bsc. Aerospace Engineering | 09 |
| 25. Bsc. Agribusiness Management | 18 |
| 26. Bsc. Agricultural Biotechnology | 19 |
| 27. Bsc. Agricultural Engineering | 16 |
| 28. Bsc. Agriculture | 24 |
| 29. Bsc. Aquaculture and Water Resources Management | 24 |
| 30. Bsc. Architecture | 09 |
| 31. BSc. Automobile Engineering | 14 |
| 32. Bsc. BDS (Dental Surgery) (Fee-Paying Only) | 08 |
| 33. Bsc. Biochemistry | 10 |
| 34. Bsc. Biological Science | 12 |
| 35. Bsc. Biomedical Engineering | 07 |
| 36. BSc Business Administration ((Human Resource Management/Management) | 10 |
| 37. Bsc. Business Administration (Marketing/International Business) | 12 |
| 38. Bsc. Business Administration (Accounting/Banking and Finance) | 09 |
| 39. Bsc. Business Administration (Logistics and Supply Chain Mgt/Bus. Info. Tech.) | 12 |
| 40. Bsc. Hospitality and Tourism Management | 13 |
| 41. Bsc. Chemical Engineering | 10 |
| 42. Bsc. Chemistry | 18 |
| 43. Bsc. Civil Engineering | 10 |
| 44. Bsc. Computer Engineering | 09 |
| 45. Bsc. Computer Science | 11 |
| 46. Bsc. Construction Technology and Management | 14 |
| 47. Bsc. Development Planning | 12 |
| 48. Bsc. Disability and Rehabilitation Studies | 17 |
| 49. Bsc. Electrical/Electronic Engineering | 07 |
| 50. Bsc. Environmental Sciences | 17 |
| 51. Bsc. Food Science and Technology | 14 |
| 52. Bsc. Forest Resources Technology | 24 |
| 53. Bsc. Geological Engineering | 13 |
| 54. Bsc. Geomatic (Geodetic) Engineering | 14 |
| 55. Bsc. Herbal Medicine | 16 |
| 56. Bsc. Human Biology (Medicine) | 06 |
| 57. Bsc. Human Settlement Planning | 16 |
| 58. BSc. Industrial Engineering | 15 |
| 59. Bsc. Land Economy | 09 |
| 60. Bsc. Landscape Design and Management | 22 |
| 61. BSc. Marine Engineering | 12 |
| 62. Bsc. Materials Engineering | 14 |
| 63. Bsc. Mathematics | 18 |
| 64. Bsc. Mechanical Engineering | 10 |
| 65. Bsc. Medical Laboratory Technology | 08 |
| 66. Bsc. Metallurgical Engineering | 16 |
| 67. Bsc. Meteorology and Climate Science | 21 |
| 68. Bsc. Midwifery | 10 |
| 69. Bsc. Natural Resources Management | 20 |
| 70. Bsc. Nursing | 09 |
| 71. Bsc. Petrochemical Engineering | 09 |
| 72. Bsc. Petroleum Engineering | 07 |
| 73. Bsc. Physics | 21 |
| 74. BSc. Physician Assistantship | 07 |
| 75. Bsc. Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics | 14 |
| 76. Bsc. Real Estate | 13 |
| 77. BSc. Medical Imaging | 10 |
| 78. BSc. Physiotherapy and Sports Science | 14 |
| 79. Bsc. Statistics | 16 |
| 80. Bsc. Telecommunication Engineering | 11 |
| 81. Doctor of Optometry | 06 |
| 82. (DVM) Doctor of Veterinary Medicine | 15 |
| 83. LLB | 06 |
| 84. Pharm D (Doctor of Pharmacy) | 06 |
KNUST WAEC Grading System for Admission
See image below for KNUST WASSCE/SSCE grading system for 2023/2024 admission.
| WASSCE | SSSCE | VALUE |
| A1 | A | 1 |
| B2 | B | 2 |
| B3 | C | 3 |
| C4 | D | 4 |
| C5 | D | 4 |
| C6 | D | 4 |
| D7 | – | – |
| E8 | – | – |
| F9 | F | – |
NB:
D7, E8 AND F9 ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE FOR ANY ADMISSION PURPOSES.
After checking the KNUST cut-off point, it’s recommended to see How to Apply for KNUST Admission Form
Also, Take a look at the – List of Institutions that Release Admission forms.
KNUST Contacts:
Admissions website: http://admissions.knust.edu.gh/
Tel: 03220-6183; 03220-60444
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 03220-60444
