Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, has announced the dates for its 58th Congregation ceremonies, a major milestone for students who completed their programs in August 2024. These ceremonies will be held from Wednesday, 20th to Saturday, 30th November 2024.
This blog provides a comprehensive guide on fees, rehearsal schedules, graduation day protocols, and streaming options for graduands and their families.
Graduation Fee and Payment Details
All graduands are required to pay a graduation fee of GHS 450.00. The fee covers essential items including:
- Congregation publications
- Graduation medal
- Certificate holder
- University souvenirs
- Graduation photographs
- Administrative costs
Payment Instructions:
Graduands should pay the fee at any of the following banks:
- Absa Bank
- Cal Bank
- CBG
- Ecobank
- Fidelity Bank Ghana
- GCB Bank
- GT Bank
- Republic Bank
- Stanbic Bank
- Standard Chartered Bank
- UBA
- Zenith Bank
At the bank, graduands must provide the following details:
- Name
- Programme of Study
- Examination Index Number
- Student ID Number
- Contact Address
- Telephone Number
- Email Address
Congregation Rehearsals Schedule
To ensure a smooth ceremony, rehearsals will be held at the Great Hall, KNUST, for all graduands based on the day they are attending the ceremony. Attendance is essential for a seamless experience.
Here’s the full rehearsal schedule:
| Date | Time | Graduands to Rehearse | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, 19th November | 4:30 pm | For those attending on 20th November | Great Hall |
| Wednesday, 20th November | 4:30 pm | For those attending on 21st November | Great Hall |
| Thursday, 21st November | 5:00 pm | For those attending on 22nd November | Great Hall |
| Friday, 22nd November | 5:00 pm | For those attending on 23rd November | Great Hall |
| Sunday, 24th November | 5:00 pm | For those attending on 25th November | Great Hall |
| Monday, 25th November | 5:00 pm | For those attending on 26th November | Great Hall |
| Tuesday, 26th November | 5:00 pm | For those attending on 27th November | Great Hall |
| Wednesday, 27th November | 5:00 pm | For those attending on 28th November | Great Hall |
| Thursday, 28th November | 5:00 pm | For those attending on 29th November | Great Hall |
| Friday, 29th November | 5:00 pm | For those attending on 30th November | Great Hall |
Graduation Day Dress Code and Arrival
Graduands should be seated THIRTY (30) MINUTES before the scheduled start time for each session. They are expected to wear their academic gowns, preferably over a suit or jacket with a university tie/scarf or other appropriate formal attire.
58th Congregation Ceremony Schedule
The congregation will be held over a series of sessions, each dedicated to specific colleges and faculties. Below is the detailed schedule:
| Date | Session | College | Faculty/School | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 20th Nov | 9:00 am | Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) | Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources | Great Hall |
| Thursday, 21st Nov | 9:00 am | Art and Built Environment (CABE) | Faculty of Art | Great Hall |
| 2:00 pm | Art and Built Environment (CABE) | Faculty of Built Environment, Faculty of Educational Studies | Great Hall | |
| Friday, 22nd Nov | 9:00 am | Engineering (CoE) | Faculty of Mechanical and Chemical Engineering | Great Hall |
| 2:00 pm | Engineering (CoE) | Faculty of Civil and Geo-Engineering, Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering | Great Hall | |
| Saturday, 23rd Nov | 9:00 am | Institute of Distance Learning (IDL) | Bachelor of Business Administration (All Options) | Great Hall |
| 2:00 pm | Institute of Distance Learning (IDL) | Bachelor of Science (All Programmes), All Diploma Programmes | Great Hall | |
| Monday, 25th Nov | 9:00 am | Health Sciences (CHS) | Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Nursing & Midwifery, School of Veterinary Medicine | Great Hall |
| 2:00 pm | Health Sciences (CHS) | School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, School of Public Health, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences | Great Hall | |
| Tuesday, 26th Nov | 9:00 am | Humanities and Social Sciences (COHSS) | Faculty of Social Sciences (Various Programs) | Great Hall |
| 2:00 pm | Humanities and Social Sciences (COHSS) | Faculty of Law, Faculty of Social Sciences (Additional Programs) | Great Hall | |
| Wednesday, 27th Nov | 9:00 am | Humanities and Social Sciences (COHSS) | KNUST School of Business (All Programs) | Great Hall |
| 2:00 pm | Science (COS) | Faculty of Biosciences | Great Hall | |
| Thursday, 28th Nov | 9:00 am | Science (COS) | Faculty of Physical and Computational Sciences | Great Hall |
| 2:00 pm | School of Graduate Studies (SGS) | PENDING | Great Hall | |
| Friday, 29th Nov | 9:00 am | School of Graduate Studies (SGS) | PENDING | Great Hall |
| 2:00 pm | School of Graduate Studies (SGS) | PENDING | Great Hall | |
| Saturday, 30th Nov | 10:00 am | School of Graduate Studies (SGS) | Master of Philosophy, Master of Fine Art, Doctor of Philosophy | Great Hall |
Streaming Platforms for Virtual Attendance
For the convenience of those unable to attend in person, KNUST will stream the congregation live on multiple platforms:
- @Tek TV
- @KNUSTGH on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter
- KNUST’s official website: knust.edu.gh
Our Final Notes
Congratulations to all KNUST 2024 graduands!
The 58th Congregation marks the culmination of your hard work and dedication. Make sure to attend rehearsals, follow dress code guidelines, and tune in to the live stream if attending remotely.
Source:Â knustnoticeboard.info