BSc. Ceramics Design Technology

BSc Ceramics Design Technology at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology combines the art and science of working with clay and ceramic materials. Offered under the College of Art and Built Environment, the programme is competitive, so strong WASSCE results are needed. This page explains what the field covers and where it can take you.

What ceramics design technology actually involves

Programmes of this kind usually cover the properties of clays and glazes, kiln operation and firing techniques, and both hand-building and wheel-throwing methods. You also learn about moulding and casting for production work, as well as surface decoration and design for both artistic pieces and industrial ceramic products. The field sits at the meeting point of studio art, materials science, and product design, so you gain practical skills in shaping, firing, and finishing ceramic objects.

Where graduates work

Most graduates go into ceramic studios as artist-potters or production throwers, while others find roles in ceramic manufacturing industries such as tiles, sanitaryware, or bricks. Product design companies also hire ceramics specialists to design new forms and glazes, and there are opportunities in teaching at SHS or vocational level. Many graduates eventually start their own pottery workshops or small businesses selling tableware and decorative items.

How competitive the programme is

Entry into this programme is competitive, meaning that places are limited and you will need a strong WASSCE result to be considered. No specific aggregate or cut-off score is published for this page, so you should check the KNUST admissions portal or speak with your school counsellor for the exact subject requirements and qualifying grade profile. If your grades meet the threshold, you will also go through any selection process the university uses for this programme.