A. FOUR (4) YEAR DEGREE PROGRAMMES

1. Bachelor of Engineering in Automotive Engineering
2. Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
3. Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
4. Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
5. Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)
6. Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (Metallurgy and Materials)
7. Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (Plant)
8. Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering
9. Bachelor of Engineering in Oil & Gas Engineering
10. Bachelor of Engineering in Refrigeration and Air conditioning Engineering
11. Bachelor of Science in Accountancy with Informatics
12. Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness with Entrepreneurship
13. Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Mechanization Engineering
14. Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics
15. Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics (Environmental Statistics)
16. Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics (Financial Statistics)
17. Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics (Health Statistics)
18. Bachelor of Science in Banking and Finance
19. Bachelor of Science in Building Services Engineering
20. Bachelor of Science in Estate Management
21. Bachelor of Science in Facilities Management
22. Bachelor of Science in Information Science
23. Bachelor of Science in Marketing 
24. Bachelor of Science in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
25. Bachelor of Science in Secretaryship & Management Studies 
26. Bachelor of Technology in Building Technology
27. Bachelor of Technology in Computer Technology
28. Bachelor of Technology in Data Science
29. Bachelor of Technology in Entrepreneurship
30. Bachelor of Technology in Fashion Design and Textiles Studies 
31. Bachelor of Technology in Food Technology
32. Bachelor of Technology in Hospitality Management and Catering Technology
33. Bachelor of Technology in Industrial Laboratory Technology
34. Bachelor of Technology in Interior Design Technology
35. Bachelor of Technology in Medical Laboratory Technology
36. Bachelor of Technology in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Basic Entry Requirements for Four (4) year Degree Programmes

a. SSSCE Candidates

Credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects. 
 

b. WASSCE Applicants

Credit passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects. 

     
c. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Applicants

Passes in three (3) relevant subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject (for science students). 
 

d. General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) Applicants

Credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects including English Language and Mathematics plus three (3) relevant elective subjects. 

      
e.  Mature Candidates

i) Must be at least twenty-five (25) years old with any legitimate documentary proof which is at least five (5) years old at the time of application.

ii) Must pass Mature Students’ Entrance Examinations conducted in English Language, Mathematics and General Paper.

iii) The applicant may have to attend and pass an interview. 

iv) Evidence of working experience will be an added advantage. 
 

f. Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE- Full Diploma Certificate in ABCE) Applicants

Credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Business Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in the GBCE or SSSCE or WASSCE to be considered for level 200 of a degree programme. 
 

g. International Applicants

i) International students must possess qualification(s) equivalent to any of the requirements stated above.

ii) Academic records of foreign applicants with the requisite qualification will be referred to GTEC for the determination of equivalence and eligibility for admission as well as placement 
 

Basic Entry Requirements for Top-UP Degrees

a. HND and Tertiary Diploma Applicants

i) HND holders (Other Diploma qualifications from elsewhere assessed to be equivalent to HND) must have graduated with at least, second-class lower division in the relevant discipline will be admitted to level 300.

ii) HND holders in other disciplines may be admitted to level 200 or level 300 on the earlier programme content.

iii) Two-Year Accredited Diploma Holders with at least, second-class lower division in the relevant discipline will be admitted to level 200 of the programme.

b. Professional Certificates Holders Applicants

All professional certificates and any other qualifications beyond the ones specified above will be referred to the GTEC for the establishment of their equivalencies, to determine their eligibility for admission and placement. 
 

 B. HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

1. HND Accounting with Computing 
2. HND Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship
3. HND Automobile Engineering
4. HND Building Technology
5. HND Chemical Engineering
6. HND Civil Engineering
7. HND Computer Science
8. HND Dispensing Technology
9. HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering 
10. HND Entrepreneurship and Finance
11. HND Estate Management
12. HND Fashion Design and Textiles Studies
13. HND Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management
14. HND Interior Design and Technology
15. HND Science and Industrial Laboratory Technology
16. HND Secretaryship and Management Studies
17. HND Statistics
18. HND Marketing 
19. HND Mechanical Engineering (Automotive)
20. HND Mechanical Engineering (Options: Plant, Production, Metallurgy and Foundry)
21. HND Medical Laboratory Technology
22. HND Purchasing and Supply

C. HIGHER DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

1. Higher Diploma in Health Statistics (Regular/Evening)

Basic Entry Requirements for Higher National Diploma (HND) and Higher Diploma (HD) Programmes

a. SSSCE Applicants

Credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three (3) relevant elective subjects. 

b. WASSCE Applicants
Must have six (6) passes (A1 – D7) in all subjects including English Language and Mathematics. Must possess a minimum of (C6) in any three (3) of the passes relevant to the area of specialisation.

c. Diploma Applicants

Two-year Accredited Diploma holders with at least, second-class lower division in the relevant discipline will be admitted to level 200 of the programme.

d. Mature Candidates

i) Must be at least twenty-five (25) years old with any legitimate documentary proof which is at least five (5) years old at the time of application.
ii) Must pass Mature Students’ Entrance Examinations conducted in English Language, Mathematics and General Paper.
iii) The applicant may have to attend and pass an interview.
iv) Evidence of working experience will be an added advantage.
 

e. International Applicants

i) International students must possess qualification(s) equivalent to any of the requirements stated above.
ii) Academic records of foreign applicants with the requisite qualification will be referred to GTEC for the determination of equivalence and eligibility for admission as well as placement.  

D. TERTIARY DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

1. Construction Technicians Course Part III
2. Diploma in Automotive Engineering
3. Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance
4. Diploma in Chemical Engineering
5. Diploma in Civil Engineering
6. Diploma in Computerized Accounting
7. Diploma in Construction Technology
8. Diploma in Fashion Design Studies
9. Diploma in Food Processing Technology
10. Diploma In Health Statistics
11. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
12. Diploma in Mechatronics
13. Diploma in Procurement and Materials Management
14. Diploma in Welding and Fabrication Engineering
15. Electrical Engineering Technicians Part III
16. Mechanical Engineering Technicians Part III
17. Motor Vehicle Technicians Part III

Basic Entry Requirements for Tertiary Diploma Programme

a. SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
Six (6) passes including English and Core Mathematics. It is not a requirement
to have learnt accounting in prior education.

b. O’Level/GBCE and A’Level/ABCE Applicants
Five (5) passes in O’ Level/GBCE including English Language and Mathematics.

c. Mature Applicants
i) Must be at least twenty-five (25) years old with any legitimate documentary proof which is at least five (5) years old at the time of application.
ii) Must pass Mature Students’ Entrance Examinations conducted in English Language, Mathematics and General Paper.
iii) The applicant may have to attend and pass an interview.
iv) Evidence of working experience will be an added advantage.

d. International Applicants
Academic records of foreign applicants with the requisite qualification will be referred to GTEC for the determination of equivalence and eligibility for admission as well as placement.

Basic Entry Requirements for Diploma in Construction Technology

a. WASSCE/SSSCE Candidates

 Passes (A1-D7) in three (3) core subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics, plus credit passes in three (3) relevant Elective subjects from the following: Physics, Elective Mathematics, Chemistry, Building Construction, Wood/Metal Work, Technical Drawing, Science, Economics and Geography.

b. GCE Mature Candidates may apply

c. Construction Technician Course Part 1 (CTC 1) graduates can apply.

d. All WASSCE/SSSCE holders who obtained grades (E8/F) in English Language or Mathematics) with passes in the Elective Subjects listed in point (a) above will be required to undergo a semester access course, to foster their enrolment.

e. Intermediate Certificate II holders with minimum of a Pass in Three (3) Electives and Three (3) Core subjects including core Mathematics and English Language.

Basic Entry Requirements for Tertiary Technician Programmes

Applicants must have Technician Part II Certificate 
 

E. NON TERTIARY PROGRAMMES

1. Diploma in Agribusiness & Finance
2. Diploma in Banking and Small Business Management
3. Diploma in Business Administration
4. Diploma in Computerised Accounting
5. Diploma in Electronic Marketing
6. Diploma in Fashion Design and Textiles Studies
7. Diploma in Hardware & Networking
8. Diploma in Hospitality Operations and Management (PRECEVID)
9. Diploma in Information Technology
10. Diploma in Mass Communication in Journalism
11. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
12. Diploma in Procurement & Materials Management
13. Diploma in Public Relations
14. Diploma in Web Applications and Database
15. Construction Technician Course Part I & II
16. Electrical Engineering Technician Part I & II
17. Mechanical Engineering Technician Part 1 & II
18. Motor Vehicle Technician Part I & II

Basic Entry Requirements for Non Tertiary Programmes

a. WASSCE /SSSCE/GBCE Candidates
Four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE passes including English Language and Mathematics
 

 b. Technician Part II
Four (4) passes Technician Part I
 

Diploma in Hospitality Operations and Management (In Collaboration with Presbyterian Centre for Vocational Instructor’s Development - PRECEVID)

Entry Requirements

a. SSSCE/WASSCE/GCE ‘O’ Level Applicants
Passes in four (4) subjects including Core English Language and Mathematics.

b. Mature Applicants
Must be at least 25 years with Senior High School Education and must pass an interview.

c. Holders of Technical Examinations Unit Certificates
i) Passes in Old Intermediate catering or NVTI Grade 1in Catering.
ii) New Intermediate: Passes in four (4) subjects including Core English Language and Mathematics.
iii) Advanced Catering: Passes in all subjects would be admitted at level 200 of the programme.

F. NON-TERTIARY PROGRAMMES (2-YEAR)

1. Diploma in Banking Technology & Finance
2. Diploma in Public Relations
3. Diploma in Electronic Marketing
4. Diploma in Business Administration
5. Diploma in Procurement & Materials Mgt.
6. Diploma in Agribusiness & Finance
7. Diploma in Banking & Small Business Management
8. Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance
9. Diploma in Information Technology
10. Diploma in Hardware & Networking
11. Diploma in Web Applications & Database
12. Diploma in Fashion Design and Textiles
13. Diploma in Financial Statistics
14. Diploma in Library & Information Science
15. Diploma in Mass Communication and Journalism
16. Diploma in Education (1 year)
17. Diploma in Health Statistics
18. Diploma in Construction Technology
19. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
20. Diploma in Automotive Engineering
21. Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
22. Diploma in Statistics for Risk Management
23. Diploma in Hospitality Operations and Management
24. Electrical Engineering Technician Part I & II
25. Mechanical Engineering Technician Part 1 & II
26. Motor Vehicle Technician Part I & II
27. Construction Technician Course Part I & II

Basic Entry Requirements for Non-HND Tertiary Programmes

  a. WASSCE /SSSCE/GBCE Candidates

      Four (4) SSSCE/WASSCE passes including English Language and Mathematics

  b. Technician Part II

      Four (4) passes Technician Part I

Basic Entry Requirements for  Mass Communication & Journalism

Entry Requirements

a. SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants
Applicants must have credit pass in two core subjects including English Language, Mathematics Integrated Science or Social Studies and credits
passes in any two elective subjects. The total aggregate for the five subjects should not exceed 24 and 36 for SSSCE and WASSCE respectively.

b. Mature Applicants

• Must be at least 25 years.
• Must have SSCCE/WASSCE passes in any for subjects including English Language.
• Must pass a written examination and an interview.
• Must have been in the media industry for at least two years.

Diploma in Hospitality Operations and Management (In Collaboration with Presbyterian Centre for Vocational Instructor’s Development - PRECEVID)

Entry Requirements

a. SSSCE/WASSCE/GCE ‘O’ LevelApplicants

Passes in six (6) subjects including Core English Language and Mathematics.

b. Mature Applicants

Must be at least 25 years with Senior High School Education and must pass an interview.

c. Holders of Technical Examinations Unit Certificates

i) Passes in Old Intermediate catering or NVTI Grade 1in Catering.

ii) New Intermediate: Passes in four (4) subjects including Core English Language and Mathematics.

iii) Advanced Catering: Passes in all subjects would be admitted at level 200 of the programme.

G. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (1-year)
 

Entry Requirements

Prospective applicants must possess Bachelor’s Degree qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.

H. ACCESS AND OTHER PROGRAMMES

1. Access Course in Building Technology (1-Semester)
2. Access Course in Chemical Engineering (1-year)
3. Pre-Engineering (1-year)

Entry Requirements

a. Qualification of Access in Building Technology

i. Candidates must pass at least three (3) of the four (4) major components including Construction Practice and Applied Technology and Site Experience at CTC III or CTC II final (old scheme) including passes in their corresponding project works.

ii. HND Estate Management, HND Civil Engineering, HND Interior Architecture and Furniture Production, HND Interior Design and Materials Technology.

iii. First degree Graduates from other fields or discipline may apply.

b. Qualification of Pre-Engineering

i. SSSCE with three passes in Core subjects (English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies) plus any three (3) passes in elective subjects (Visual Arts, Home Economics, Business and General Arts) with total aggregate not exceeding 30.

ii. WASSCE with a minimum of credit score (C6) in Core subjects (English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies) plus any three (3) passes in elective subjects (Visual Arts, Home Economics, Business and General Arts) with aggregate not exceeding 36.

c. Applicants with Science Background

i. SSSCE with minimum of three credit passes (A-B) in Core subjects (English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies) plus any two (2) minimum passes (A-E) in elective subjects

II. WASSCE with a minimum credit score (C6) in Core subjects (English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science/Social Studies) plus any two (2) passes (A1-D7) in elective subjects

I. PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES (only Weekends)

    a. Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)

i. International Certificate in Logistics and Transport (CILT): Six (6) Months

ii.. International Diploma in Logistics and Transport (DILT): The programme covers two (2) semesters

iii. International Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport (ADILT): The programme covers three (3) semesters.

Entry Requirements

• CILT: Senior High School (SHS), GCE Ordinary or Advanced Levels, HND, First Degree, Masters and/or (equivalencies) coupled with adequate relevant work experience. Mature applicants may be considered at appropriate level.
• DILT: Possession of the International Certificate in Logistics and Transport of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport OR Possession of a University first degree and/or HND (or equivalencies) coupled with relevant areas of study. In addition, participants must have worked in a Logistics and Transport environment for a minimum of three (3) years.

• ADILT: Possession of the International Diploma in Logistics and Transport of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport OR First Degree/ Masters in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport, or related discipline with accredited institution.

   

b. Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghanaian (ICAG)

Entry Requirements

SHS Graduates, Diploma Graduates, HND Graduates, BTech/BSc Graduates, MTech/MSc/MBA Graduates and related qualifications.

COST OF APPLICATION FORMS

Bachelor of Technology Applicants               -              GH ¢200.00
HND Applicants                                             -               GH ¢200.00
Mature Applicants                                         -               GH ¢200.00
Diploma Programmes Applicants                   -             GH ¢200.00

 

APPLICATION CODE

An application code can be obtained from the following places.

1. Kumasi Technical University Cash Office
2. Directly from https://apply.kstu.edu.gh  using mobile money on all networks
3. Via Short code *389*610# on all networks
4. All Regional Post Offices

Banks

1. All Zenith Bank Branches
2. All Prudential Bank Branches
3. All CBG Bank Branches
4. All Access Bank Branches
5. All GT Bank Branches
6. All Universal Merchant Bank Branches

MODE OF APPLICATION

• ​Apply online at https://apply.kstu.edu.gh
• Upload a passport size picture with a  RED BACKGROUND, photocopies of relevant documents and certificates.
• International Applicants are to process their application from the University website at https://iail.kstu.edu.gh/international-students-application-form

Note: Candidates writing WASSCE Examinations in Sept/Oct, 2024 can apply as awaiting and upload their results as soon as they are released

Visit the following for further information on how to apply online:

Available Programmes:

https://kstu.edu.gh/academics/programmes

General Admission Requirements

https://kstu.edu.gh/admission/requirements

Application Forms & Instructions

https://kstu.edu.gh/admissions/how-to-apply

General Admission Enquiries

+233(0)322 496 534/+233(0)322 496 380

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