Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) 2021 Waste-to-Energy Postgraduate Research Scholarship (Ghana)

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi; School of Graduate Studies and the Brew Hammond Energy Centre, College of Engineering

The Brew Hammond Energy Centre, College of Engineering, KNUST has received funding from the ‘Hybrid Waste to Energy as a Sustainable Solution for Ghana’ project to train postgraduate students in any of the following thematic areas: Optimization of anaerobic digestion of municipal solid waste and Pyrolysis of waste. This project is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and research (BMBF), aimed at developing tailor-made solutions to tackle the problem of waste management as well as power management in Ghana.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the following limited funding MPhil degree programmes at the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering and Department of Chemistry.

• Table of Content
• About Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
• KNUST Masters Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of KNUST Masters Scholarship
• KNUST Masters Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for KNUST Masters Scholarship Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)

KNUST exists to advance knowledge in science and technology through creating an environment for undertaking relevant research, quality teaching, entrepreneurship training and community engagement to improve the quality of life. KNUST is committed to attracting and developing excellent staff and students in order to contribute towards the achievement of the goals, targets and directions that the government has set for higher education. The following cherished values characterise the work and life of the University and are ingrained in all those who pass through the University. To build on...&nb... continue reading

KNUST Masters Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of KNUST Masters Scholarship

The funding is expected to cover Tuition Fees, Accommodation and Research Grant. Payment of stipend is not part of this scholarship.

KNUST Masters Scholarship Courses

• Agro-Environmental Engineering
• Bioengineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry

Requirements for KNUST Masters Scholarship Qualification

1. Bachelor’s degree with First or Second Class (Upper Division), preferably in Agricultural & Biosystems / Bioresources Engineering, Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, or related programmes.
2. Applicants must not be more than 40 years by 1st August, 2020.

Documents Required for Application

1. Two passport sized photographs
2. Detailed CV and two letters of reference
3. Official transcripts and certificates of BSc degree
4. A letter of motivation (max. 2 pages) with the heading outlining why you want to study, what makes you well-suited to study in your chosen specialisation, current occupation, how the programme will fit into your professional vision, how your Ghana stands to benefit after your training.
5. A short concept note (max. 3 pages) outlining the justification, objectives, methodology and expected outcomes of a research idea.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Sale of E-Vouchers/Forms for admission is ongoing.

1. Purchase e-Voucher for GHc250.00 at the following banks: GCB, CBG or ECOBANK or dial *447*160# on any network and follow the prompts.
2. Upon payment of the application fee, candidates will receive an e-Voucher containing an application number and PIN that will grant access to the online admissions portal.
3. Candidates should then proceed to online admissions website: (Here!) and begin the application process.
4. Once the process has been completed, candidates MUST PRINT OUT 2 COPIES of the completed application form from the portal and submit them (by post) to the School of Graduate Studies
5. To the following address:

   The Secretary

   School of Graduate Studies, KNUST

   Kumasi-Ghana

ELECTRONIC COPIES of completed application forms and supporting documents MUST be sent to [email protected] for your application to be considered.

For more details, visit KNUST website