KNUST boosts petroleum engineering output with largest MSc cohort
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has produced its largest cohort of petroleum engineering master's graduates, with 25 students completing the programme. The graduating class represents a 100% increase from the inaugural cohort of 12 students last year. The programme recorded a 90% completion rate, with most students finishing within the expected period.
Students received training across key areas including well engineering, production engineering, reservoir appraisal and development, natural gas engineering, and health, safety and environment (HSE). Head of Department Ing. Dr. Kwame Sarkodie said the programme was designed to prepare graduates for both local and international energy markets. He said, "The training provided is not only tailored for Ghana but also for sub-Saharan Africa and the wider international community," adding that the department aims to produce graduates capable of competing globally.
KNUST has been expanding its graduate engineering programmes in recent years. Graduates are expected to enter roles across the oil and gas value chain, where demand remains for skills in exploration, production and environmental safety. Dr. Sarkodie also acknowledged contributions from faculty members including Dr. Yen Adams Sokama-Neuyam, Dr. Samuel Erzuah, Dr. Caspar Daniel Adenutsi, Dr. Stephen Adjei and Dr. Jonathan Atuquaye Quaye.
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KNUST has produced its largest cohort of petroleum engineering master's graduates. The expansion reflects rising enrolment in petroleum and energy-related studies - universities are responding to industry demand.
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