The Institute of Distance Learning (IDL), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi informs prospective students and the general public that application e-vouchers for admission to the following Undergraduate Top-Up programmes in Engineering of the University through the Distance Learning Mode for the 2025/2026 academic year are now on sale. Successful applicants will start classes in the third weekend of May, 2026.
PROGRAMMES ON OFFER:
A. Undergraduate Top Up Programmes (Five Semesters)
- BSc. Civil Engineering
- BSc. Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- BSc. Geomatic Engineering
- BSc. Mechanical Engineering
- BSc. Petroleum Engineering
- BSc. Chemical Engineering
- Entry Requirements
- BSc. Civil Engineering
HND in Civil Engineering from a recognised Technical University or equivalent Diploma from a recognised institution
- BSc. Electrical and Electronic Engineering
HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Computer Engineering/Telecommunication Engineering or an equivalent Diploma certificate.
- BSc. Geomatic Engineering
HND in Surveying or Diploma in Geodetic/Geomatic Engineering or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
- BSc. Mechanical Engineering
HND or its equivalent Diploma Certificate from an accredited institution in any of the following Mechanical Engineering disciplines:
- Production Engineering
- Plant Engineering
- Automobile Engineering
- Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
- Foundry Technology
- BSc. Petroleum Engineering
- HND in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Civil Engineering.
- First Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
- BSc. Chemical Engineering
HND in Chemical Engineering or its equivalent Diploma certificate from an accredited institution.
Cost of Application E-Voucher
The cost of E-voucher for the Top-up Programmes is GH¢250.00 for Ghanaian Applicants and US$10.00 for Foreign Applicants
HOW TO APPLY
Prospective applicants MUST carefully read all the following instructions before starting the application process.
Purchase of Application E-Voucher
- Online Application Portal
Applicants may access the application portal via https://admissions.knust.edu.gh.
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- Create an account on the portal
- Verify the account in your email
- Purchase the application E-voucher
- USSD Application Option
Alternatively, applicants may dial the shortcode *415*55# on all mobile networks and follow the on-screen prompts to purchase the application e-voucher.
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- Create an account on the portal
- Verify the account in your email
- Login and verify the voucher you purchased with the USSD
Complete the application form by carefully following the detailed instructions provided on the admission portal.
Submission of Supporting Documents
Applicants are required to upload Certified True Copies of all relevant Certificates and Academic Transcripts. Only documents submitted at the time of application shall be considered during the evaluation process.
Deadline for Submission of application forms
All completed application forms must be submitted online on or before Friday, 15th May, 2026.
Note: Applicants are not required to post hard copies of the application forms
Mode of Instruction
Teaching and facilitation will be conducted through a blended learning approach, comprising both online and face-to-face sessions held on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) at designated centres.
FURTHER ENQUIRIES
For additional information, kindly visit the following platforms:
- Website: idl.knust.edu.gh
- Helpdesk: helpdesk.knust.edu.gh
- Social Media: LinkedIn: idlknust, Facebook: idlknust, Twitter: idlknust,
- Telegram: 0207801326,
- Call: 0245077483 / 0509314350 / 0247274661 / 0500482885
- IDL Offices are as follows:
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- PLEASE NOTE: Programmes would only be mounted at Centres with the requisite minimum number of qualified applicants (please contact IDL Office for details).
- Facilitation is a blend of online and face-to-face sessions on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) at the Centres mentioned above.
INSTITUTE REGISTRAR