Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering
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About this qualification
This is a higher-education engineering qualification at NQF Level 8 in the Engineering and Related Design subfield. It is focused on mechatronic engineering, an engineering area that brings together mechanical, electronic and related engineering considerations in the design and development of technical systems.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may interest people seeking advanced study in engineering and who are drawn to mechatronic engineering and the design of integrated technical systems. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression toward engineering-related work involving mechatronic systems and related technical design activities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Engineering problem-solving
- Systems thinking
- Integration of related engineering considerations
- Technical design thinking
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 119883
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- University of Zululand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-10-04
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration information requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot of 4 October 2025.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Ask the provider to confirm the admission requirements before applying.
- Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, laboratory or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Ask whether new enrolment is currently permitted and request the latest official qualification information in writing.