The College of Humanities and Social Sciences supports research, innovation, collaboration, and knowledge dissemination across its faculties, departments, and research centres. Through the College Office of Grants and Research and the University Office of Grants and Research, the College assists staff, researchers, and postgraduate students with research funding guidance, proposal development, grant management, ethics, compliance, capacity building, and research visibility. For university-wide research support services, visit the Office of Grants and Research (OGR).
College Office of Grants and Research
The College has a dedicated Office of Grants and Research that provides support for research-related activities within the College. The office serves as a point of contact for guidance on funding opportunities, proposal preparation, grant processes, ethical requirements, and research dissemination.
- Location: First Floor, Social Sciences Block
- Email: ogr.cohss@knust.edu.gh
- Phone: +233 20 898 6750 / +233 55 736 6396
Areas of Support
Grants and Funding Guidance
The College provides information and guidance on available internal and external research funding opportunities. Researchers are encouraged to contact the College Office of Grants and Research for details on current funding calls, eligibility requirements, application procedures, and deadlines.
Proposal Development
Support is available to guide researchers in preparing research proposals, budgets, supporting documents, and submission requirements. This is intended to improve the quality and competitiveness of proposals submitted for funding.
Grant Management
The College supports researchers before and after grant awards by providing guidance on documentation, compliance, reporting obligations, and funder requirements.
Research Ethics and Compliance
Researchers are encouraged to follow approved ethical standards and institutional procedures. Guidance is available on ethical approval processes, research governance, and compliance with University and funder requirements.
Capacity Development
The College supports activities that strengthen the research skills of staff, researchers, postgraduate students, and research support staff. These may include workshops, training sessions, seminars, and mentoring activities.
Research Dissemination and Visibility
The College encourages researchers to share their findings through publications, conferences, seminars, policy briefs, media engagements, and other appropriate platforms. Support is also provided to promote the visibility and impact of research conducted within the College.
Collaboration and Partnerships
The College promotes interdisciplinary research, institutional partnerships, and collaborations with local and international organisations. Researchers are encouraged to pursue collaborative projects that address social, economic, cultural, governance, and development issues.
Research Funding Opportunities
Researchers in the College may access University-level research funds, College-level opportunities when available, and external funding sources. Information on current funding opportunities is shared through official University, College, and Office of Grants and Research communication channels. Visit ogr.knust.edu.gh/funding for a full list of current funding opportunities.