BSc. Computer Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology · College of Engineering

Degree Computing & Information 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

The BSc Computer Engineering programme at KNUST is designed for students who want to work at the intersection of hardware and software. It is offered under the College of Engineering and is known to be highly competitive. This page explains what the programme covers, how hard it is to get in, and what you can do with the degree afterwards.

What computer engineering actually covers

Computer engineering sits where electrical engineering meets computer science. Programmes of this kind usually cover how to design and build computer systems, from microprocessors and embedded devices to networking and software. You learn how hardware and software work together, and build skills in programming, digital logic, and system design. Most graduates go on to work on the physical and logical components that power modern technology.

How competitive is a place at KNUST

Entry to this programme at KNUST is highly competitive. The College of Engineering admits SHS students from Agriculture, General Science, and Technical Studies backgrounds, so if you come from one of those you are eligible to apply. Because demand is high, your grades need to be strong. The exact aggregate is not published here, so you should check whether your WASSCE results meet the published subject requirements. For comparison, the same programme at the University of Ghana is also highly competitive, while many other universities offering it are less competitive.