Introduction to Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology:

Introduction

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is located in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana. It is one of the most prestigious universities of science and technology in Ghana and even in Africa. The school aims to cultivate talents in scientific and technological innovation and is committed to promoting the development of scientific research and education.

History and establishment time

Historical evolution: In 1949, construction work began at Kumasi Technical College. On January 22, 1952, Kumasi Technical College officially opened. In 1955, the school was awarded university status and in 1961 it was renamed Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in memory of Kwame Nkrumah, the first president of Ghana.

Nature of the institution: Public comprehensive university.

Strength of running a school

Student and faculty scale: In 2023, the school has more than 85,000 students, including 2,306 graduate students, and 4,178 administrative staff.

Discipline coverage: covers agriculture and natural resources, health sciences, humanities and social sciences, art and architectural environment, engineering, science and other fields, providing a wealth of undergraduate, master and doctoral courses.

International cooperation: The school has established cooperative relations with many internationally renowned universities and participated in many global research projects.

Educational philosophy

Committed to cultivating scientific and technological talents with innovative and practical abilities, focusing on the combination of theory and practice, and emphasizing the cultivation of students' comprehensive qualities and social responsibility.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: ranked 101st in the world in epidemiology; ranked 101st in the world in public health and preventive medicine; ranked 381st in the world in clinical medicine; ranked 701st in the world in basic medicine; ranked 711th in the world in ecology.

Research Center: There are many research centers, such as the Center for Environment and Sustainable Development Research, the Agricultural Research Center, etc., which provide a good platform for scientific research.

Faculties and colleges

College of Agriculture and Natural Resources: Provides courses and research projects in agricultural sciences, forestry, environmental sciences, etc.

College of Health Sciences: Including medicine, dentistry, nursing, public health and other majors, cultivating professional talents in the field of medical and health care.

College of Humanities and Social Sciences: covers literature, history, philosophy, sociology, political science and other disciplines.

College of Arts and Architectural Environment: has majors such as architecture, art design, and urban planning.

College of Engineering: is one of the key colleges of the school, offering professional courses such as civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and chemical engineering.

College of Science: includes basic science disciplines such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology.

Ranking

QS World University Ranking: 1401st in 2024.

US NEWS World University Ranking: 749th in 2024.

THE World University Ranking: 1201st in 2025.

Study Abroad Cost

There is no clear standard for the school's unified study abroad cost, but the tuition fees for different majors and different degree levels will vary.

Campus Environment

Area and Layout: The campus covers an area of ​​about 1,016.96 hectares, with a reasonable campus layout and clear divisions of functional areas such as teaching areas, living areas, and scientific research areas.

Architectural style: The campus presents a beautiful and modern architectural panorama, dotted with verdant lawns and tropical plants, providing a cool and refreshing atmosphere for academic research.

Accommodation: The school has six dormitory areas and some student apartments, providing students with good accommodation conditions.