School of Science and Technology

Knutsford’s faculty and staff are among the world’s finest academics and researchers who serve as role models and mentors to students and the Knutsford Community. They are dedicated and committed to the Knutsford vision and philosophy in building a new generation of students with innovative and global mind-sets who are eager to find solutions to societal problems.

Knutsford degrees and programmes are well accredited, well-rounded, thorough, and rigorous. The degrees’ main objective is to produce graduates who are:

‘* All-round’ scholars particularly in their chosen field of study or specialisation to provide intelligent solutions to societal challenges.
* Skilful, competent, practical oriented, entrepreneurial, and internationally focused in their chosen field of study or specialisation toward providing technical solutions to societal problems.
* Honest, responsible, dependable and trustworthy and are committed to moral principles, professional ethics and religious values to deepen hope in society.

Knutsford continuously reviews its curricular to ensure the production of graduates who meet the demands of the continually changing needs and expectations of employers, industries, economies, nations.

Its continuous curricular review ensures the production of graduates who meet the demands of a continually changing needs and expectations of employers, industries, economies, countries and society.

A candidate admitted to a degree programme shall be required to follow the approved programme of study over the prescribed time. Any change of programme of study shall be approved by the Dean of Studies after recommendation by the appropriate Head of School or Department.

The minimum and maximum period for completing a Bachelor’s degree programme shall be four and twelve semesters respectively from the date of first registration.

The Career and Professional Development department of Knutsford University College is committed to the growth and achievement of our graduates. It provides hands-on guidance, career-building tools, and access to an extensive network of students, alumni, and employers.

Financial Aid:

Financial aid is provided ‘as and when’ the aid is available. Students would be informed of all available aid and of the criteria for accessing them. It is the student’s responsibility to apply for such aid. Financial aid provided by the college is strictly for tuition and is not refundable under any circumstance. Students may contact the Students Services Office for details.

Types of Financial Aid Programme

SSNIT Students Loan:
Ghanaian students interested in study loans can access the SSNIT student loans provided by the Government of Ghana through SSNIT. Interested students may contact the Students Services Office for details.

Knutsford Scholarship:
Knutsford scholarship is available for Ghanaian students requiring financial aid. The award is based on financial need, academic merit and achievements.

The BSc. in Computer Science degree has the following programme outcomes. Our program enables students to achieve, by the time of graduation:

a.An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline;
b.An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution;
c.An ability to design, implement and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs;
d.An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal;
e.An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities;
f.An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
g.An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society;
h.Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, continuing professional development;
i.An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practices.
j.An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices;
k.An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.