The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has announced a return to its traditional academic calendar, with the 2026/2027 academic year set to commence in October 2026.
This marks a significant shift from the January start dates implemented in recent years as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a notice published on the university’s official website, KNUST confirmed that the 2026/2027 academic year will begin on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. This move realigns the university’s schedule with its pre-pandemic norm, where academic years traditionally started in September.
The adjustment to January start dates was first adopted in 2021 following widespread disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic across Ghana’s educational sector. The revised calendar aimed to accommodate missed instructional time and ensure continuity for students.
According to the newly released 2026/2027 academic calendar, KNUST will also begin its 2027/2028 academic year on Tuesday, September 21, 2027, further signaling a complete return to the university’s original academic schedule.
The resumption of the previous calendar is expected to provide greater stability and predictability for students, faculty and staff, as well as align KNUST’s academic operations with international standards.
