KNUST School of Medical & Dental Sciences Entrance Examination & Interview Tips

Official Update for All Applicants Seeking Admission into Medicine or Dentistry at KNUST

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) School of Medical and Dental Sciences has officially released the list of shortlisted applicants for the 2024/2025 Entrance Examination and Interview.

🎓 What This Shortlisting Means

Being shortlisted means:

You have met the initial eligibility criteria.

You are officially invited to participate in the Entrance Examination and/or Interview.

You are one step closer to securing admission into the Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) programme.

However, note that shortlisting does not guarantee admission. Final selection depends on:

•Performance in the entrance examination

•Performance at the interview

•Academic background and prerequisite subject strength

The School of Medical Sciences (SMS) and the School of Dentistry (SoD) of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) wish to inform all prospective applicants that the Entrance Examination and Interview for admission into the BSc. Human Biology (Medicine) and BSc. Human Biology (Dentistry) programmes are scheduled as follows:

Date: Wednesday, 10th December, 2025

Time: 8:00 a.m.

Exam Venue: Lecture Hall Complex, Boadi Medical Enclave

Examination Format

Applicants will write 100 multiple-choice questions covering:

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Mathematics

Verbal/Quantitative Reasoning

Eligible Applicants

A-Level Applicants

Aggregate 08 or better

Required subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, General Paper

International Baccalaureate (IB) Applicants

WASSCE Applicants – BSc. Human Biology (Medicine)

Aggregate 8 or better

WASSCE Applicants – BSc. Human Biology (Dentistry)

Aggregate 12 or better

Aggregate Calculation (WASSCE):

3 Core Subjects (English, Integrated Science, Core Mathematics)

3 Elective Subjects (Chemistry, Biology, and either Physics or Elective Mathematics)

Items to Bring to the Examination Venue

• Two (2) HB Pencils

• Two (2) Pens

• One (1) Eraser

• One (1) Scientific Calculator

• National ID (e.g., Ghana Card)

• Two (2) Passport-Sized Photographs

Prohibited Items

The following items are not allowed in the exam hall and interview areas:

• Mobile Phones

• Wristwatches

Any breach of this directive will result in automatic disqualification.

For Interviews: Dress formally

Download and complete the Interview Application Form via: (HERE!)

Submit the completed form at the interview

Entrance Examination Fee – GhȻ 400.00

Payment should be made to the appropriate programme account using:

• BSc. Human Biology (Medicine)

Bank: GCB Bank

Account Name: School of Medical Sciences

Account Number: 6031130001749

Branch: KNUST

• BSc. Human Biology (Dentistry)

Bank: GCB Bank

Account Name: School of Dentistry

Account Number: 6031130001390

Branch: Tech Junction

Please use your Application ID as reference for payment

Please present your bank pay-in slip at the examination venue.

Accommodation

Reservations can be made at GUSSS Hostels (Brunei) at GHC 20.00 per bed per night.

Important Notice

Applicants are strongly advised not to engage middlemen or agents.

Selection is strictly on merit.

For further information, contact: 0546255063, 0503126847,

Accommodation Reservations, Contact: 024 860 3463

 

⚠️ Important Notice

Applicants who fail to appear for the examination or interview automatically forfeit their chance of admission for the academic year.

Advice to Candidates

• Revise your Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and General Knowledge.

• Prepare a clear explanation of why you want to study Medicine or Dentistry.

• Practice communication skills — interviews focus heavily on articulation.

• Ensure you understand current healthcare issues in Ghana and globally.

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