BSc. Civil Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology · College of Engineering

Degree Engineering & Technology Highly competitive

Will you get in?

Only students with near-perfect aggregates get a place here. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology you qualify for.

Check if you qualify

Civil engineering is the profession behind the roads, bridges, and buildings that shape modern life. KNUST offers a BSc in Civil Engineering through its College of Engineering, open to students from Agriculture, General Science, and Technical Studies backgrounds. Getting in is highly competitive, so you'll need strong WASSCE results.

What civil engineering actually is

Civil engineering is a broad field that focuses on designing and building the infrastructure we rely on every day – roads, bridges, dams, airports, water and sewerage systems, and buildings. Programmes of this kind typically cover structural analysis, materials, geotechnical engineering, hydraulics, and construction management. You'll learn to solve practical problems, use engineering software, and manage projects from start to finish.

What you can do with a civil engineering degree

Most graduates go into the construction industry, working for contractors, consultancies, or government agencies. Typical roles include civil engineer, structural engineer, transport planner, and water resources engineer. Others move into construction management or quantity surveying. The problem-solving and project management skills you build are also useful in banking, technology, and other sectors.

How hard it is to get a place

KNUST's civil engineering programme is highly competitive. Given the number of applicants, you need strong WASSCE grades to have a realistic chance of admission. The programme accepts students from Agriculture, General Science, and Technical Studies backgrounds, so your SHS pathway doesn't lock you out. If you want to know whether your grades qualify, check the university's current admission requirements.