KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
COLLEGE OF ART AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT
FACULTY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING
DEVELOPMENT PLANNING THREE
THESIS TOPICS BY WORKSHOP GROUPS
NAME
INDEX
TOPICS
1. BERCHIE, Paul Asamoah
2681720
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2. FRIMPONG, Samuel
2685420
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3. PREMPEH, Gifty (Miss)
2692220
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4. TSEDEY, Elvis Kofi
2696520
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PROPOSED
SUPERVISOR
GROUP 1
Application of the Principles of
Environmental Justice in the
Ghanaian Context: Lessons from the
Garden City.
Laissez Faire Approach to Dealing
with Informal Settlements, An
Analysis of The Emerging Informal
Settlement In Kumasi.
Encroach river buffers in city: land
use and motivation analysis in
Kumasi
Explore the relationship between
transportation and public health (air
Dr Stephen Appiah Takyi Approved
Dr. Owusu Amponsah
Approved
DR OWUSU
AMPONSAH.
Supervisor should help
student refine
Dr. (Mrs.) GIFTY
ADOM ASAMOAH
Supervisor should help
student refine
5. NKETIA, Jennifer (Miss)
2689020
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GROUP 2
1. NARTEY, Cyril Djangmah
2688520
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2. BORDEN, Anthony
2694820
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3. NTIM, Jordane (Miss)
2689420
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pollution, noise pollution, and
potential health benefit of sustainable
transportation)
The role of extra curriculum
activities on mental health of
students: a case of KNUST campus
Exploring strategies for ensuring
access to clean and safe drinking
water in mining areas; A case study
of Kenyase (Sunyani)
Studying the role of health planning
in disaster preparedness and
emergency response
Planning Decision Making from the
Lens of Sustainability: An
Assessment of How Ghana’s
Planning System is Promoting and
Inhibiting Sustainability.
Urban resilience and disaster
preparedness: Assessing the resilience
of urban areas to natural disasters and
recommending strategies to enhance
disaster preparedness and response.
Assessing the economic benefits,
challenges and opportunities of
No topic
Dr. Stephen Appiah
Takyi
Approved
Dr. Eric Oduro
Approved
Dr. (Mrs.) Gifty AdomAsamoah
Approved
4. ALHASSAN, Hajara (Miss)
2677020
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5. OPPONG-AMOAH, Seth
2690920
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GROUP 3
1. NYUNMON, Albert
Monipaak
2696120
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2. AGYAPONG, Oheneyere
Konama (Miss)
2676120
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3. AKOKA, Mary Pomaa
(Miss)
2676720
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investing in railway transportation in
Ghana.
Dr. Simon Dankyi.
Examing Social and Economic
Implications of Mining (Galamsey)
On Community Development in
Prestea Town.
Examing The Contribution of Mining
to Sustainable Development.
Causes And Effects of Illegal Mining
(Galamsey) Activities in Prestea
Town.
Prof. Dina Adei
Assessing the relationship between
social media use and mental health
among students in KNUST Campus.
Effects of climate change on staple
food production in the BunkpruguNakpanduri District of the North East
Region, Ghana.
Doing it ourselves; Civic initiatives
and self-governance in informal
settlements
Implications of climate variability on
agricultural livelihoods and
adaptation. Evidence from farming
Dr. Simon Dankyi
Dr. Owusu Amponsah
Dr. Simon Kwabena
Dankyi
Select or refine one of
the topics
Approved
Student should
establish the evidence
of climate change
In the said area.
Approved
Approved
4. ASAA, Engels
5. BASHIRU, Hafis
Mohammed
2679220
2681420
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6.
20733894
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GROUP 4
1. AQUAYE, Belinda Efia
(Miss)
2695920
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communities in Bosomtwe district,
Ghana.
The challenges and opportunities for
Dr. Adu Gyamfi
housing development in northern
Ghana
Improvement of technology in Ghana
How to improve agricultural
productivity in Ghana.
How and why to promote vocational
skill education in Ghana.
Usage of social media and its impacts
on academic performance on
KNUST students
The effectiveness of waste treatment
at Asafo locality
How COVID-19 pandemic impacted
students in KNUST
Mobility for persons with disability
in Tertiary institutions: The case of
KNUST campus.
Non-motivational Transportation
Planning and their implications for
sustainable development. The case of
KNUST campus
Substance abuse and addiction:
Investigating the underlying factors
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Resubmit topic
Submit
Submit
2. ADEENZE, Douglas
2675120
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3. ASOGYAA, Afua (Miss)
20740103
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4. ASARE, Seedorf
2680120
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5. OBENG, Kwabena Bright
2689820
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GROUP 5
1. LANGNEL, David
2695820
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2681020
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2. BAAH-ANSAH, Kwesi
Isaac
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contributing to substance abuse and
addiction and exploring prevention
and treatment strategies. The case
study of KNUST campus.
The Socio-economic Benefits of
Green Infrastructure Development in
Urban Areas: A Study of Green Roofs
and Vertical Gardens."
Prospect and challenges of revenue
mobilization and newly created
assembly, leasons from Oforikrom
Assembly.
The role of urban design in
promoting social equity and access to
green spaces for all residents.
Effect of Building Material Cost on
Housing Development in Ghana.
Perception of stakeholders
Dr. Adom - Asamoah
Approved
Dr. (Mr.) Theresah Baah
Ennumh,
Approved
Dr. Doe
Approved
Dr. Adu Gyamfi
Approved
Equity in ecosystem services in urban Dr. Mensah Henry
Ghana: a socio-ecological approach.
Free NHIS registration for members
of Kwahu Municipality
Impact of good governance on
development in Ghana
Urban green space and its protection
Approved
Resubmit topic
3. AWINDAGO, Pascal
Avolume
2680620
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4. AMPONSAH, Yeboah
Georgina (Miss)
5. NYAABILA, Priscilla
(Miss)
2678020
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2689520
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GROUP 6
1. NGISAH, Isaac Bawa
2695720
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2. OWUSU ANSAH, Winston
2692020
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3. BOATEMAA-ODURO,
Abena Jnr (Miss)
2682720
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4. ANNAN, Whitney Nana
Ama (Miss)
2078520
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Examine the growing threat of
climate change and social network
response to it among smallholder
farmers
Factors influencing student
engagement in STEM education.
An assessment of the effectiveness of
the disbursement of Disability
Common Fund by MMDAs in
Ghana: A case study of Amansie
West District Assembly
Dr. Simon
Dankyi
Approved
Dr. Michael Nanor
Approved
Prof. Ronald Adamtey
Supervisor should help
refine topic
Ghana's Land Use Planning Regime
and Sustainable Urban Agriculture:
An Assessment of the Enabling and
Inhibiting Factors.
The assessment of the significance of
Cultural tourism to sustainable
development (Ashanti Kingdom)
Building stronger natural ecosystems
amidst urbanization in Ghana: Role of
environmental planning.
The Empowerment and Contribution
of
Women
to
Agricultural
Development: Assessing the Role of
Women in Sustainable Farming
Practices in Ashanti Region; Evidence
Dr. Stephen Appiah
Takyi
Approved
Dr. Ocloo
Approved
Dr. Michael Osei Asibey
Supervisor should help
refine topic.
Dr. Eric Oduro-Ofori
Approved
from Bereku-Camp community.
5. NKRUMAH, Nana Kofi
Atakorah
GROUP 7
1. GYAMFI, Sylvester
2. ASAMOAH, Judith
Wilhemina Kessewa (Miss)
3. ASA-ATIEMO, Kristyne
Adubea (Miss)
2689220
2695520
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Improving the quality of rural
housing, factors, challenges and its
way forward
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Environmental Impacts of Informal
Settlements and Exploring
Sustainable Practices to Enhance the
Resilience of these communities.
Dr. Adu Gyamfi
Approved
Dr. Doe
Supervisor should help
student refine topic.
No topic
2679120
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The Role of Urban Agriculture in
Achieving Sustainable Cities.
Prof. Daniel Kweku Baah Supervisor should help
Inkoom
refine topic.
2688620
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Dr. Gifty Adom –
Asamoah
5. SEEBA-WAYHE, Tahge Jnr 2696920
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Sustainable transportation planning
and its roles in reducing carbon
emissions
Strategies for improving access to
water in rural communities.
The economic & social benefits of
investing in water and sanitation
infrastructure.
Case study on successful water and
sanitation projects implemented in
different regions.
4. NEEQUAYE, Joseph
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Approved
Resubmit topics
GROUP 8
1. ACHAAB, Akanzerewai
Peter-King
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2. DONKOR, Kwamena Botwe 2684320
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3. NKRUMAH, Felix
Koranteng
2689120
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4. NTI, Shabel (Miss)
2689320
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5. OSEI, Hannah (Miss)
2691120
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DR. STEPHEN APPIAH
Capital City Functions and
TAKYI
Sustainable City Nexus: An
Assessment of The State of Ghana’s
Regional Cities and Its Implication to
Sustainable Development
Dr. Eric Oduro-Ofori
Perception and attitude of students
towards studio work.
Approved
Assessment on tourism in Ghana: Dr. Kafui Ocloo
Leveraging cultural and Ecotourism
to foster economic growth and
preserve natural heritage.
The Role of Community Participation Mr. Anokye
in Sustainable Waste Management
Practices in Kumasi.
Climate Change Communication and Dr Michael Osei Asibey
the Role of Social Movements:
Empowering Collective Action for
Environmental Sustainability
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Supervisor should help
refine topic
GROUP 9
1. YARTEY, Gideon
2694020
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2. ADZOFU, Princess Sedinam 2675720
(Miss)
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3. TIMAH, Barbara Osei
(Miss)
4. BOATENG, Assiri Roger
2583720
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2682820
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5. ENNIN, Kingsley Ankamah
2684820
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The effect of Microfinance and Credit
on Women in Small, Medium and
Micro Scale Enterprise (Smmes).
Evaluate the impact of housing
design on resident’s wellbeing, safety
and sense of community and propose
innovative design concept for future
housing developments.
The impact of flood on property
value
An assessment of the relationship
existing between Livelihood of
Youth and urban poverty in
developed communities in Ghana: A
case of Ahodwo and Asokwa in
Kumasi.
Assessing the housing challenges of
the urban households in some
selected communities in Suame
municipality
Traffic control measures and road
furniture functioning of the Suame
roads
Dr. Baah - Ennumh
Approved
Dr. Adu - Gyamfi
Supervisor should help
refine topic.
Dr. Charles Yaw Oduro
Supervisor student help
refine topic.
Dr. Charles Yaw Oduro
Supervisor should help
student refine topic.
Submit
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1. SHABASHIE, Eyram Afi
(Miss)
20752623
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2. AZIZU, Abdul Sharif
2680920
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3. AWUAH, Kwaku Kusi
2680720
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4. SARPONG, Dennis
5. NKETIA, Olivia Kyeraa
(Miss)
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2695320
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Assessing the role of infrastructure in
promoting socio-economic
development and its role on poverty
reduction, a case study of some
selected communities in Suame
municipality.
GROUP 10
Examination on the perception of the
use of Artificial Intelligence in
academic work: Insights from
KNUST
The role of ecosystem services in
urban areas and their economic value
to a developing nation (case study:
KNUST)
An assessment of current strategies,
challenges, and potential solutions in
promoting circular economy
Title: "The Role of Civil Society
Organizations
in
Influencing
Governance and Policy Decisions: A
Comparative Analysis of [Ashanti
Region]"
The roles of Modern Technology in
Agriculture: Nature, uses and
challenges.
Dr. Eric Oduro-Ofori
Approved
Prof. Inkoom
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Mr. Anokye
Approved
Prof. Adamtey
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Professor Charles Peprah
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
GROUP 11
1. TWUM-BARIMAH,
Mephibosheth
2693820
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2. DARKWAA, Sandra (Miss)
2683920
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3. DANQUAH, Blessing
(Miss)
2683820
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4. OWUSU, Cedrick
2691820
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5. NKANSAH, Peprah Kelvin
2688920
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GROUP 12
Effectiveness of urban green
infrastructure and climate change
mitigation in Kumasi.
Sustainable Waste Management in
informal settlements and assessment
of the prospects and challenges in
Techiman- Bono East Region.
Exploring the effects f flooding on
informal settlements and how
community-led innitiatives can help
mitigate the effects. Case study of
Asewase.
The role of Urban Design Guidelines
in Sustainable city development.
Lessons from ……
Assessing the Economic
Consequences of the COVID-19
Pandemic: A Comparative Analysis
of [Ghana]
Dr Michael Osei Asibey
Approved
Prof. Charles Perpah
Approved
Dr. Amaka – Otchere
Approved
Mr. Owusu Adade
Approved
Prof. Dina Adei
Approved
1. OTOO, Amoah Renora
(Miss)
2691720
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2. HARUNA AWUDU,
Haruna
2686320
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3. SALIFU, Anwar Iddrisu
2692420
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4. AMANKWAAH, Christabel
(Miss)
2677120
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5. FRIMPONG, Millicent
(Miss)
Examining the willingness and
ability to pay for decentralized
private water services in a selected
indigenous community in the Greater
Kumasi City Region.
Socio-ecological systems approach to
building and strengthening the
adaptive capacities of the urban poor
to climate risks.
Investigating the challenges and
opportunities of implementing smart
transportation systems in Kumasi
Contribution Of Green Infrastructure
to Flood Risk Reduction in Urban
Kumasi
Socio-economic and environmental
vulnerability of women and children
during flooding in slums
Dr Akosua AmakaOtchere
Approved
Dr. Michael Osei Asibey. Approved
Dr. (Mrs.) Gifty AdomAsamoah
Approved
Professor Micheal Poku
Boansi
Approved
Dr. Eric Kwame Simpeh
Approved
GROUP 13
1. OPPONG, Kofi Gilbert
2690820
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2. BOATENG, Serwaa
Agyemang (Miss)
26832200
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The Impact of Transportation Prof. Clifford Amoako
Planning on Urban Form and Land
Use in Case of Kumasi
Mitigating the Environmental Impact Prof. Ronald Adamtey
of Mining in Obuasi Municipality: A
Call to Action for Sustainable
Resource Extraction
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Approved
3. OKYERE, Micthell Osborn
2690220
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4. BUABENG, Anita (Miss)
2683620
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5. BOADU, Winnifred (Miss)
2681920
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Dr. Charles Oduro
Assessing the effectiveness of slum
improvement programs in Kumasi. A
critical analysis and
recommendations for enhanced
impact.
Prof. Clifford Amoako
Evaluating the impact of public
transit “shuttle” on student stay on
campus: A case study in knust
Dr. Michael Nanor
Analyzing the Role of Agricultural
Extension Service in Enhancing
Productivity and income of Famers in
Obuasi
Approved
Approved
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
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GROUP 14
1. OSMAN, Hamza Kumi
2691520
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2. BOATEMAA, Erica (Miss)
2682620
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3. AKOTO-NIMOH, Angela
Adobea (Miss)
2676920
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Prof. Peprah
Housing affordability and
accessibility: Examine the challenges
related to housing affordability and
accessibility, and propose solutions
for creating more inclusive
communities.
Prof. Dina Adei
An assessment of the effects of
COVID 19 on street hawkers. A case
study of street hawkers in Kumasi.
Dr. Henry Mensah
Promoting Sustainable Economic
Development in Mining
Communities: Evaluating
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Approved
Approved
Diversification Strategies and
Community Development Initiatives
Assessing Transportation Disparities
and Social Equity
4. OHENE, Schelina Dokyiwaa 2690120
(Miss)
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5. ACHEAMPONG, Eugene
2694720
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The role of social media in public
health communication and behavior
change in adolescent: lessons from
KNUST.
Professor Ronald
Adamtey
GROUP 15
1. OPPONG, David
2690720
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Dr. Owusu Amponsah
26872290
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Urban informalities through the Lense
of economic sustainability: insight
from the selected informal settlements
in Kumasi
Sustainable Water Resource
Management Strategies in Response
to Mining in Ghana: Lessons from
the Global World.
Exploring the nature, demand and
reception of caretaker housing units
in Ghana: Evidence from the periurban areas in Oforikrom
Municipality.
Using affordable housing as a tool
for the promotion of social equity.
2. KUMI-ADJEI, Laudina
Ayekie (Miss)
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3. KORANCHIE, Ephraim
4. ASAMOAH-BOADU,
Edward
2679820
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Dr. Adom Asamoah
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Approved
Approved
Dr.Simon Dankyi
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Dr. Owusu Amponsah
Approved
Mr. Prince Anokye
Aboagye
Approved
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Beyond the Chaos: Enhancing the
prospects and challenges of the ecocity urban planning concept for
enhancing Kumasi’s livability.
Dr. Owusu Amponsah
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Approved
2677320
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Dr. Stephen Takyi
Approved
2. OPOKU, Adwoa Boahemaa
(Miss)
20731089

Ecofeminism and sustainable
environmentally sustainable
development -lessons from the
Ghanaian perspective
The role of local governments in
natural ecosystem protection in fast
growing Municipality: Case study of
Tafo Municipality
Prof. Ronald Adamtey
Approved
3. QUAIGRAIN, Abeiku Jesse
2692320
Dr. Amaka – Otchere
Approved
5. ABUBAKAR, Hickmat
Mogtar (Miss)
GROUP 16
1.AMOAH, Afua Frema
(Miss)
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4. SOWALO, Emmanuel
Mawuli
2693520
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5. TAGOE, Daniel Nii Kwade
2693620
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Green infrastructure planning for
resilient cities
The effect of deforestation on the
environment and wildlife
The benefit and drawbacks of
renewable energy resources
The impact of air pollution on human
health
Prof. Owusu
Exploring sustainable housing
Ansah
solution in urban areas.
Submit
Approved
GROUP 17
1. OFORI, Osei Dennis
2. BOAKYE, Yiadom Gloria
(Miss)
3. OSUMAN, Issa
20751162
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Ghana’s land use planning regime
and sustainable urban agriculture:
The place of urban agriculture in the
local land use planning in Oforikrom
Municipality.
Dr. Owusu Amponsah
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2691620
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4. DON GAGLA, Steve
2684220
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5. OSEI-BONSU, Abigail
(Miss)
2691320
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Approved
No topic
Evaluating the impact of
Transportation Network Companies
on Urban Mobility.
The impact of informal settlement on
urban growth and development.
Transportation and how it contributes
to the development of urban
mobility.
Dr. Simon Kwabena
The prevalence and patterns of
substance use abuse among students Dankyi
of KNUST, including the use of
alcohol, marijuana, prescription
drugs and other substances.
Evaluating The effect of Smart Street Dr. Amaka - Otchere
Lighting on Urban Sustainability and
Public Safety.
Resubmit topic
Approved
Approved
GROUP 18
1. NGMALBINI, Kofi N.
Oscar
2688720
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Building resilience to perennial flood Dr. Michael Osei Asibey
occurrence from the White Volta in
Upper West Region of Ghana: Case
of Lawra.
2. SARPONG, Esther Bemah
Adjoa (Miss)
2692820
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Dr. Eric O. Ofori
Approved
3. BOAKYE, Ivy Takyiwaa
(Miss)
2682220

Professor Ronald
Adamtey
Approved
4. APEA, Emmanuel Nawintim 2678620
Junior
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Assessing the effects of school
infrastructure on teaching and
learning in basic schools in Ghana. A
case study of the Oforikrom
Municipal Assembly.
The role of decentralization in crime
reduction among the youth through
local economic development: Case
study of Asokore Mampong
Municipality
A study of sanitation issues in urban
slums
areas
in
Atwimah
Mponua District.
(Dr. Eric Oduro)
Approved
5. AMOO, Richard
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Assessment of the effect of ‘Trotro’
Transportation Industry to Local
Economic Development (LED)
Dr. Adom Asamoah
Approved
2677820
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GROUP 19
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Approved
1. MENSAH, Effah Kobina
2688020
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2. KYEI, Emmanuel
2687520
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3. SIAW, Nancy (Miss)
2693220
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4. KYEI BAFFOUR, Felicity
(Miss)
2687620
5. DANKWAH, Ofosu Alex
2683720
GROUP 20
State-Owned Enterprises and Their
Contribution to Economic Growth:
An In-Depth Assessment and Policy
Implications
Assessing the impact of
decentralization on local governance,
service delivery and community
development. (Case study of Ejisu)
Assessing the role of women in small
scale mining in Ghana: A case study
of the Wasa Amenfi East Municipal
Assembly.
Prof. Dwomoh Kessey
Approved
Dr (Mrs.) Theresa Y.
Baah Ennumh
Approved
Dr (Mrs.) Theresa Y.
Baah Ennumh
Approved

Assessment of the effectiveness of
Internally generated fund (IGF)
mobilisation in the Ghanaian public
sector: A case study of the Amansie
West District Assembly
Prof. Ronald Adamtey
Approved

Assessing the Socioeconomic Impact Dr. Benjamin Doe
of a University Campus on Urban
Development:
A
Geo-Spatial
Analysis of Its Surrounding Areas
Approved
1. MAWUTOR, Senanu
Awurama Ewoenam (Miss)
2687920
2. BIO, Eugene
2695020
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Environmental economics from the
Ghanaian perspective: Extent of
adoption, prospects and Challenges.
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Examining environmental Impact of
Mining and the wellbeing of the
People in Akwatia (A Case Study in
Akwatia Town, Ghana).
Dr. Stephen Appiah
Takyi
Approved
Dr Michael Osei Asibey
Approved
3. BREFO, Queenster (Miss)
2683520
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Assessing the Role of Financial Mr. Anokye
Institutions in Housing Development
in Ghana
Approved
4. OWUSU, Dankyi Randy
2691920
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Examining the role of urban planning Dr. Albert Adu - Gyamfi
in promoting sustainable housing and
transportation.
Approved
5. LOMOTEY, Michael
Larweh
2694920
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Sustainability decongestion of
Kumasi central business district: The
role of satellite markets
Approved
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GROUP 21
1. LORIBA, Adonija
Mr. Prince Aboagye
Anokye
2687820
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Dr. Michael Osei Asibey
Strengthening the inclusivity of the
urban poor in neighborhood planning
approaches in secondary cities. A
case study of Tamale Metro.
Approved
SARFO, Willhemina Nyarko 2692520
(Miss)
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2. FORDJOUR, Michaela
Abena (Miss)
2685120
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3. AFRIYIE, Andy Owusu
2675920
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4. GYASI, David Gyamfi
2686120
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1. KORANTENG, Kwame
Owusu
2687020
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2. YEBOAH, Fosuaa Bridget
(Miss)
2694120
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GROUP 22
Dr Akosua AmakaOtchere
Approved
Dr Akosua AmakaOtchere
Approved
Dr Albert Arhin
Approved
Perception and attitudes of residents Dr Albert Arhin
towards green spaces in Urban Areas;
A case study of Aboabo community.
Approved
Assessment of the impact of Prof. Dina Adei
technology on health delivery at
KNUST (a case study of KNUST
Hospital).
Dr. Stephen Appiah
Assessing Natural Resource
Takyi
Management In Ghana: How It Has
Contributed To Resource Curse And
Implications
Approved
Determinants of the willingness to
pay for decentralized water services.
A case of selected small towns within
Greater Kumasi City Region.
Assessment of Solar Energy
Adoption in Urban centers of Ghana:
Opportunities, challenges and policy
implications.
Analyzing the effects of floodings on
urban infrastructure and communities
in Kumasi: Mitigation and
Adaptation Measures.
Approved
3. ASAMOAH, Manfred Asare 2679620

4. ATTAKORAH, Stephen
2680520

5. BOAHEN, Priscilla
Kyerewaa (Miss)
2682020

Health implications of indiscriminate Prof. Roland Adamtey
plastic waste disposal: A case of
Gumbihni- Tamale Metropolis.
Health implementations of sexual Prof. Dina Adei
behavior among students (Case Study
of KNUST).
Professor Charles Peprah
Eco- friendly urban planning and
smart cities: An assessment of
integration, prospects and challenges
in Kumasi
Approved
Dr. Eric Oduro-Ofori
Accessing the ICT knowledge level
of pupils in the basic schools in
Ghana.
Assessing the environmental and Dr. Adom Asamoah
economic impact of Solid Waste
generation at market centres. A Case
study at Central Market, Kumasi.
Prof. Dina Adei
Causes and effect of maternal
mortality in Oforikrom Municipal.
Dr. Kafui Ocloo
The effect of poor planning and
practices on the development of
towns (study area Kentinkrono).
Approved
Approved
Approved
GROUP 23

1. KANKAM, Elizabeth (Miss)
20781362

3. ARTHUR NATHANIEL,
20745342
Hillary
4. BOATENG, Kwadwo Marfo 20745636

2. ACHIAA, Rachel (Miss)

Approved
Approved
Supervisor should help
student refine topic.

5. AMOH, Desmond
2677720

2686220



GROUP 24
1. HANSEN-MALM, Caryn
Barbara (Miss)



2. ATTAH, Ayem Roger
3. SOMUAH MIREKU,
Josephine (Miss)
2693420

4. BOADU, Emmanuel
2681820

The effect of absentee parenthood on
child education (study area Ayeduase
New site).
The role of community participation Dr. Simon Dankyi
in Natural Resource Management.
Promoting participation for
Sustainable development in Ghana:
A case study of Ejisu municipality.
Public-private partnerships in the
implementation of development
plans.
Government Interventions and
Economic Growth: The effects on the
Kumasi economy.
Assessing farmers' local perception
and adaptation strategies towards
climate-resilient agriculture: a case
study in Kpandai.
Analyzing the impact of stress on the
mental health of undergraduate
students: A case study at KNUST.
Investigating the Role of Women in
Entrepreneurship and Economic
Development in Kumasi
Dr. (Mrs) Theresa Y.
Baah – Ennumh
Approved
Approved
Select one topic for
student
DR. MICHAEL OSEI
ASIBEY
Approved
Prof. Dina Adei
Approved
Dr. Baah – Ennumh
Approved
5. EFFAH, Daniel Damoah
2684620



1. GODZI, Anne (Miss)
2685620



2. SIEKAAH, Enoch
2693320

3. MOHAMMED, Shamra
Sungmanbo (Miss)
2688420

4. AMOAH, Carl Kessie
2677420

GROUP 25
5. BOAKYE, Thomas

Resubmit appropriate
topics.
The role of technology in promoting
economic development in Ghana.
The effects of globalization on
economic development in Ghana.
The impact of corruption on
development in Ghana.
The green space- rental value nexus:
an assessment of the effects of
proximity to green spaces on rental
property values
Assessing the renewable energy
resource potential for sustainable
development: A case study of
Kumasi.
The planning dilemma: An
Assessment of the current state of
urban livability in Ghanaian cities
and the key challenges and issues
affecting residents’ quality of life.
Assessing the recycling and re-usage
of plastics for sustainable cities in
Kumasi
Dr. Owusu -Amponsah
Approved
Dr. Amaka - Otchere
Approved
Dr. Stephen Appiah
Takyi
Approved
Mr Prince Anokye
Approved
Submit
GROUP 26
1. GYAMFUA, Gloria Boateng 2686020
(Miss)



2. ANKAPONG, Enock
2678320

3. AMOAKO-MENSAH,
Francis Junior
2677620

4. OPOKU, Julius
2690620

5. APPIAH, Bernice (Miss)
2678820


Social Media Analysis of the
perception of key stakeholders of
Ghana's environmental management
strategies; lessons from the green
Ghana project.
The Impact of School Factors on
Student’s Performance in Junior
High Schools
Investigating the challenges and
opportunities of sustaining the Free
Senior High School policy and
identifying
strategies
for
its
continuous improvement.
Health needs assessment of informal
caregivers of older adults in slums
communities at Asokore Mampong
Municipality
The social and environmental effects
on mining on the community. (New
Abirem)
Evaluating the role of government
and regulatory bodies in sustainable
mining development in new Abirem.
Dr. Stephen Appiah
Takyi
Approved
Dr. Eric Oduro
Approved
Dr. Eric Oduro-Ofori
Approved
Prof. Dina Adei
Approved
Dr. Simon Denkyi
Approved

GROUP 27
1. DASSAH, Emmanuel
20723680



Assessment of mining Companies
Corporate Social Responsibility
(CSR) initiatives in new Abirem.
Urban metabolic view of scrab metal
dwellers in informal settlements in
urban Ghana.
Dr. Owusu Amponsah
2. EGYIR, Mathias
No topic
3. KARIKARI, Gyimah
Ankoana
2686520

4. BOAMPONG, Victorine
Afrifa (Miss)
2682520


5. FOSU, Stephanie Leslie
(Miss)
Approved
5734420

Dr. Owusu Amponsah
Informal quarrying and livelihood
Nexus, opportunities and risks from
the Afigya kwabre districts.
Mr Anokye
Impact of Industrialization on the
Environment
Renewable Energy Integration in
Development Plans
Farmers perception on genetically
modified crops and its implication on
food crops.
Approved
Willingness to Pay for Tuition Fees at Dr M.A. Nanor
The Basic Level of Education:
Experiences of Households in Greater
Kumasi.
Approved
Approved
Mr Anokye

GROUP 28
1. ACHEAMPONG, Michael
Kwaku
2674620


2. BOATENG, Owusu Heather
Maxine (Miss)

2683020

3. BARFOUR, Frimpong
4. SARPONG, Dorothy (Miss)
2692720
5. APPOH, Ertie Moses
2678920
GROUP 29


Assessing the Effectiveness of Waste Prof. Owusu Anasah
Segregation Programs in Promoting
Recycling and Reducing Landfill
Waste
Dr. Owusu Amponsah
A Spatial Daily Commutation
Mapping of Residents in Informal
Settings: A Need for Integration in
An Era of Sustainable City Planning
Analyzing the role of governance on Dr. Amaka – Otchere
climate change planning and
management
 Evaluating the effectiveness of
renewable energy initiatives in
promoting sustainable development
Innovative Approaches to Building Dr. Adu Gyamfi
Affordable and Safe Housing: A New
Model for Sustainable and Inclusive
Communities
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
1. AHENAKWA,
Collins
2676520

Bridging the Housing Gap in Urban Ghana:
Homeowner’s Perception and Receptivity for
Container Housing in Kumasi.
2. MOHAMMED,
Adams Ali
2688320

A critical analysis of the urban planning policies and Prof. Owusu
Ansah
practices in developing countries.
3. MENSAH,
Whitney (Miss)
2688120

The impact of social media on self-image and selfesteem: The case of adolescents.
Dr. Ocloo
Approved
2694320
4. YEBOAH,
Mensah Samantha
(Miss)

Assessing the effectiveness of climate change
adaptation strategies in the agricultural sector of
Techiman
Prof. Peprah
Approved
2696020

The Impact of Land Use Changes on Flooding
Patterns in Kumasi: A Geospatial analysis
Dr. Benjamin
Doe
Approved
2689720


Disaster risks reduction and resilience
The role of community participation in sustainable
development
Disaster management and development planning
Public-private participation for infrastructure
development
Mr. Anokye
Approved
5. HANNAA,
Christopher
Dr. Owusu
Amponsah
Approved
Approved
GROUP 30
1.
NYANTEH,
Arnold Kwame


Supervisor should help
student refine topic
2. OSEI-WUSU,

2691420
David

3. ACHEAMPONG, 2674520
Derrick


4. MENSAH, Mabel
2696420
Prof. Dina
Adei
Approved
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Resubmit appropriate
topics
Health and Development: the role of a planner in
creating a balance. Lessons from Ghana.
An assessment of the impact of development
planning on Education in Ghana.
Healthier workforce, wealthier nation: Unravelling
the link between population Health and Economic
Prosperity.
Factors influencing low patronage of family planning
services in rural areas: A case study of the Wasa
Amenfi East Municipal Assembly.
Prof. Ronald
Adamtey
Approved
2678120

Assessing the impact of the housing typology in
slums on the environment (Kumasi, Aboabo,
asawaase)
Prof. Owusu
Ansah
Approved
2676820

Enhancing Traffic Management Strategies to Foster
Safer Urban Environments
The Role of Urban Greenery in Climate Change
Mitigation and Community Resilience
Prof. Rudith
King
Approved
(Miss)
5. ANANE,

Factors contributing to healthcare and disparities
barriers to access and strategies to improve health
equity among different populations.
Kingsley
GROUP 31
1. AKOLGO, Obed
Anogyine


The Complexities of Climate Change: Housing
Related Issues

A longitudinal analysis on the trends and patterns of Dr. Nanor
illiteracy in Ghana
Perceptions and Attitudes towards Tuition Fees in
Basic Education: A Comparative Study
Approved
2. AMPONGAGYEMAN,
Ernestina (Miss)
2677920
3. BOBIE-ANSAH,
Rosemary (Miss)
2683320

An assessment of the effects of depression among Prof. Dina
university students in Ghana. A case study of Kwame Adei
Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.
Approved
4. OPOKU,
Henewaa
Christiana (Miss)
2690520

Community governance and practices toward Dr. Owusu
sustainable forest management in Ghana: Case of Bia Amponsah
Tano Forest Reserve.
Approved
5. BEKOE, Priscilla 2681520
Amponsah (Miss)

The effects of street hawkers and vendors on urban
development in Kumasi.
An assessment of the effects of transport cost on the
prices of food stuffs. A case study of some markets
in Kumasi.
An assessment of the cost of rental housing in the
Oforikurom Municipality.



GROUP 32
Prof. Charles
Peprah
Approved
1. KISSI, Anne
Sekyeraa (Miss)
2686620

Assessment of the impact of “Cash and Carry” on the
utilization of healthcare by patients within the health
Prof. Ronald
sector, A case study of Asokore Mampong Municipal
Adamtey
Assembly.
2. ANNAN,
Precious (Miss)
2678420

Climate adaptation strategies for coastal
communities. A case study area of Abluekuma
North (Dansoman)
Dr. Simon
Dankyi
Approved
3. BOATENG, Osei 2695120
Owusu Ansah
2685820
4. GYABENG,
Mark Kwayie

The Impact Of E-Learning on Education
Dr. Ocloo
Approved

Assessment of the use and risk of commercial
activities on transportation route in urban centres.
Dr. Charles
Oduro
Approved
Approved
2692920

Analyzing the integration of Information and Dr. Kafui
Communication Technology in educational planning in Ocloo
Ejisu.
Approved
1. ASANTE, Alfred 2680020

A gendered analysis of the cashew supply chain. DR. Owusu
Amponsah
Evidence from the jaman north district.
Approved

Approved
5. SARPONGNYANTAKYI,
Maame Afriyie
(Miss)
GROUP 33
2. OFOSUHENE,
Nana Offeibea
(Miss)
2690020
Exploring the potential of green technology and
innovations in small and medium scale enterprises.
DR ERIC
ODUROOFORI
3. OSEI - BONSU,
Andrews
2691220

The complexities of ad-hoc volunteering and Dr. Michael
informal action groups in building resilience to Osei Asibey
climate risks in urban Ghana: Case of Kumasi"
Approved
4. ASANTE,
Abigail
Agyeiwaa (Miss
2679920

Environment Sustainability and Urbanization: Prof. Imoro
Accessing the impact of urbanization on natural Braimah
ecosystems (in Ghana)
Approved
5. ANDERSON,
Koduah Duffour
Kwadwo Ivan
2678220
Dr. Charles
Oduro
Approved

An assessment of perception of local farmers on
climate change
GROUP 34
1. Appiah, Adwoa
Cyndi (Miss)
2678720

Michael Approved
The receptivity of residents in incorporating Nature Dr,
Based Solution in their homes and communities: The Osei Asibey)
case study of a community in Kumasi
2. KUSI, Andrea
(Miss)
20782248

Owusu Approved
Affordability of the affordable housing scheme to the Dr.
Amponsah
urban poor: a case study in Kumasi.
3. KUMAH, Enoch
Blessed
2695220

Examining the role of urban planning in promoting Dr. Michael
sustainable transportation options and reducing Osei Asibey,
traffic congestions in cities
Approved
Dr. Charles
Oduro
Approved
2684920
 Assessing the effectiveness of Environmental planning Prof. Imoro
Braimah
policies in promoting sustainable rural development:
A case study of Bolgatanga.
Approved
1. BOAKYE,
Agyemang Israel
Kwasi
2682120

Development-infrastructure nexus; how roads and
the entire transport system play a pivotal role in
socio-economic transformation.
Prof. Poku Boansi
Approved
2.
2685920

Analyzing the effects of climate change on
livelihoods and Community Resilience in Kumasi.
Dr. Simon
Kwabena
Dankyi
Approved
4. ACQUAH,
Rasheed Osei
5. FAALONG,
Elead Naa
2674820

Assessing the effectiveness of public-private
partnership in developing and maintaining
transportation infrastructure in Accra
GROUP 35
GYAMFI,
Beatrice (Miss)
3. KORAY, Kojo
Emmanuel
4. BADU, Comfort
Mensah (Miss)
 Assessment of Housing Development and Affordability in Mr. Anokye
Kumasi
20739341
Mr. Owusu
Adade
 Land commodification and its effects on urban
development.
2687120
Approved
Approved
2680820

Owusu Approved
An assessment of the compliance of location of Dr.
Amponsah
places of worship with planning regulations.
1. BOAKYEWAABOATENG,
Amma (Miss)
2. ADU, Richmond
Okyere
2682420

The rising trends in hotel and restaurant
establishments and its effects on development.
Prof. Charles
Peprah
Approved

Dr. Micheal
Osei Asibey
Approved
3. BOATENG, adu
2683120

Incorporating Environmental Considerations in
Transportation Planning for Sustainable
Development
Effects of urban expansion on ecologically sensitive
areas in our environment. The case of ecologically
sensitive areas in Kumasi.
Prof. Owusu
Ansah
Approved
4. BOATENG,
Vicentia Yaa
Kakra (Miss)
2696620

Usage of social media and its impacts on academic
performance on knust students
Dr. Simon
Kwabena
Dankyi
Approved
5. ADDO,
Akonnobea
Victoria (Miss)
2675020

Assessment of poverty reduction and its effect on
Ghana school feeding programme on education in
Ghana.
Dr. Simon
Kwabena
Dankyi
Approved
5. AYIVOR, James
GROUP 36
GROUP 37
2684420

Effects of the adaption Artificial Intelligence (AI)
on students learning outcomes: A case study in
KNUST
ADU MENSAH, 2675620
Priscilla (Miss)

Thesis Topic: "Examining the Impact of Parental Dr. Eric Oduro Approved
Involvement on Academic Achievement: A
Comparative Analysis of [Specific Student
Populations/Schools]."
1. DRAMANI,
Zinabu (Miss)
2.
3. GYAPONG,
Ricky
4. FRIMPONG
OWUSU, Blair
No topic
2685520
5. BEKOE, Priscilla 2681520
Amponsah (Miss)

"Assessing the Economic Consequences of the COVID- Dr. Nanor
19 Pandemic: A Comparative Analysis of economy of
Kumasi


GROUP 38
Dr. Kafui
Ocloo
An assessment of the effects of transport cost on the
prices foods stuffs. A case study of some markets in
Kumasi.
Prof. Charles
Peprah
Approved
Submit
Approved
Supervisor should help
student refine topic

1. OKYERE,
Richard Amoako
2690320
2. FOSU, Samuella
Koduah (Miss)
2685320

Evidence Of Natural Resource Curse from The Dr. Stephen
Ghanaian Context from The Perspective of Spatial Appiah Takyi
Analysis.
Approved
3. ASSAFUAH,
Emmanuel
Kobina
4. DOMFEH,
Joseph
Agyemang
Ababio
2680320

Migration Patterns and Its Impact on Urbanization Dr. Nanor
and Urban Housing
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
2684120

Elucidating the sustainability of materials and
Technologies: The case study of carbon Emissions
in the construction industry
Raising settlement needs due to population growth
and the effect on green economy
Assessing the influence of organized waste disposal
systems on the rationale or prospectives towards
waste management / circular economy
Resubmit appropriate
topics


5. NJIMINE, Mabel 2688820
(Miss)
GROUP 39

The Nexus of Transportation and Economic
Development: A Comprehensive Analysis of the
Impacts and Policy Implications"
Who benefits from green spaces? Urban planning
and access to urban parks among persons with
disability
Dr. Ebenezer
Owusu Addo
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
Approved
DR.
MICHEAL
OSEI ASIBEY
1. FORDJOUR,
Naana Dwamena
(Miss)
2675220
2. NYAMEKYE,
Naomi (Miss)

Awareness and compliance with stone quarrying
regulations; insights from the Afigya Kwabre South
District
Dr. Owusu
Amponsah
Approved

Assessing the potential contribution of government
incentives to the development of private green
spaces in peri-urban neighborhood. A case study of
Ayigya and Ayeduase
Dr. Thomas
Yeboah
Approved
3. LAAMIITEY, L.
John
2687720

Assessing the effectiveness of social welfare
programs in addressing poverty and inequality
Dr. Thomas
Yeboah
Approved
4. FATAWU,
Sherifa (Miss)
2685020

Education for environmental citizens: An
assessment of the relationship between the level of
education and knowledge in environment.
Dr. Stephen
Takyi
Approved
5. AMOAKO,
Akwasi
5734320

Factors affecting adoption of hand pollination
technique by cocoa farmers in Ghana.
Dr. Monica
Addison
Supervisor should help
student refine topic
GROUP 40
1. BERCHIE,
Maame Yaa
(Miss)
20729975


Mitigating urban sprawl in rapidly urbanizing
Ghanaian cities: fringe households’ willingness to
live in higher occupancy housing units
An in-depth analysis of the ignored boy child
education in Ghana and strategies for equitable
educational development
Submit

Waste management in Ghana: assessing challenges,
opportunities and sustainable strategies for a cleaner
and healthier environment
2688220
2. MICHEL,
Alexander Joseph

Assessing the level of satisfaction with hostels
among students in KNUST
Mr Prince
Aboagye
Anokye)
Approved
3. ACKAH, Lucy
(Miss)
2674720

Assessing the effectiveness and challenges of
public-private partnerships in promoting affordable
housing initiatives in Ghana
Prof. Owusu
Ansah
Approved
4. ASAMOAH
SARFO,
Richmond
2679720

Situating the benefits of Zongo development funds
within sustainable city discourse: critique, benefits
and challenges.
Dr. Owusu
Amponsah
Approved
5. ADJEI, Jonathan
Nyarko
2675320

Effects on road construction on the livelihood of local Dr. Adom
Asamoah
communities. Lessons from ……….
Approved
GROUP 41
1. SERE, Lawrence
2693020
2. AGYEI,
Francisca (Miss)
2676320
 Analysing the drivers of migration in Nandom. A
comparative study of climate change and
socioeconomic conditions.

The complexities of the 3As of shock-responsive
social protection interventions to building climate
resilience in Kumasi.
Dr Henry
Mensah
Approved
Dr Michael
Osei Asibey
Approved
3. AFEDO, Seth
Yaw Ganyo

2675820


4. OWUSUACHAW, Stella
Akosua (Miss)
5. AMOAKO,
Boateng Kwaku
The impact of climate change on the import and
export trade of Ghana
The impact of import substitution industrialization
on economic development in Ghana
The role of import and export taxes in economic
development in Ghana
Resubmit appropriate
topics
2692120

Comparative study of urban ecology development in Dr. Stephen
Appiah Takyi
Kumasi and Accra
Approved
2677520

A Comparative Analysis of Global Education
Systems and Planning Strategies to Enhance Local
Educational Systems
Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation.
Emotional Intelligence in modern education: A
prerequisite for holistic Development
Resubmit


GROUP 42
1. ADJEI, Henry
Fordjour
2675220
2. BOAKYE,
Eugene
2695420


.
Awareness and compliance with stone quarrying
regulations; insights from the Afigya Kwabre South
District
Effect of free education policy on private senior high
schools in Kumasi.
Dr. Owusu
Amponsah
Approved
Dr. Nanor
Approved
3. ABASS,
Masururatu
(Miss)
4. AGYEI, Rhoda
(Miss)
20780306
5. YEBOAH,
Joseph Danso
2694220

Analyzing the Impact of Tourism on Local
Communities and Cultural Heritage Preservation
 Exploring the effectiveness of campus safety on
student’s security: A case study of Ayeduase and
Bomso
 Investigating the factors influencing student’s choice
of program of study; A case study of KNUST
2676420



Prof. Owusu
Ansah
Approved
Dr. Eric
Oduro-Ofori
Approved
Resubmit appropriate
topics
Effects of poor sanitation practice on public health
The relationship between drug abuse and tone of
discipline in Secondary Schools
Treatment and prevention of sexually transmitted
diseases
GROUP 43
1. ADU, Edmund
2675420

Impact of Traffic Congestion in Urban Areas on Dr. Adom
Asamoah
Travel Time of Government Workers
2. AMEVOR,
Seyram
2677220

The impact of natural resource extraction on local
communities and strategies for planning sustainable
resource management.
Dr. Charles
Oduro
Approved
3. AGBAGBA, Paul 2676070
Mawutor Awoe

Planning
responses
to
the
siting
of Dr. Charles
telecommunication masts: insights from Koforidua. Oduro
Approved
Approved
4. OSEI, Adarkwah
Doreen (Miss)
2691020

Examining the coping mechanism of city residents
in the water supply breakdown. A case study of
Kumasi city.
Dr. Ocloo
5. WOMYETE,
Sherita Songose
(Miss)
2693920

Investigating the impact of climate change on
development planning and identifying adaptation
strategies
Dr. Amaka
Recast topic
Refine topic
GROUP 44
1. ASAFO, Sitsofe
Akosua (Miss)
2679420

Child-friendly cities and children’s rights:
Measuring the child-friendliness of Ghanaian cities.
Dr. Stephen
Takyi
2. YEBOAH, Nana
Kusi
2694420

Analysing the cultural, social and economic factors
influencing housing poverty and the potential for
culturally sensitive interventions in Kumasi
Approved
Dr. Michael
Nanor Ayertey
3. ASABERE,
Roland Prince
2679320
4. ADU, Richmond
2675520
 Mode of solid waste disposal and the income of
residence.



5. Koomson
Theresah
Dr. Charles
Oduro
Challenges with eradicating illegal small-scale gold Dr. Baah
mining in Ghana: A perspective from the grassroots Ennumh
The impact of illegal small-scale gold mining on the
Ghanaian Youth: evidence from Amansie South
District in Ghana
Sustainable community development, integrating
environmental, economic and social objectives
Approved
Approved
Approved
Submit
2685720
6. JASMINE
SELORM GOKA
LIST FOR MISSING FIELDS*





EGYIR, Mathias
BOAKYE, Thomas
ENNIN, Kingsley Ankamah
NKETIA, Jennifer (Miss)
GYAPONG, Ricky

Assessing the effect of education on the agricultural
productivity by local farmers.
Dr. Monica
Addison
Approved