B.Sc Civil Engineering

The B.Sc Civil Engineering programme at Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development gives you the foundation to work in construction, infrastructure, and design. This page explains the kind of work civil engineers do, how difficult it is to secure a place, and what you can expect from studying in Kumasi.

What civil engineering programmes cover

Civil engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with the built environment. Programmes of this kind usually cover the design, construction, and maintenance of roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and other public works. You will build skills in structural analysis, materials, mathematics, and project management, and learn how to plan projects that are safe, cost-effective, and sustainable.

How hard is it to get a place?

This programme is less competitive than many civil engineering degrees in Ghana. For comparison, places at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology are highly competitive, while this university's entry is more open. That said, you still need to meet the university's published requirements. SHS graduates from General Science, Technical Studies, and Visual Arts are eligible to apply. Check whether your WASSCE grades qualify before applying.

Where and how you will study

The programme is based in Kumasi and delivered on a full-time basis. Studying in Kumasi places you in a major centre of construction and engineering activity in Ghana, and full-time attendance allows you to give the course your full attention.