Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
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About this qualification
The Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering is an advanced doctoral qualification in the electrical engineering field, positioned at NQF Level 10 and carrying 360 credits. It is associated with Electrical Infrastructure Construction and is intended for advanced professional or scholarly development in electrical engineering. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024, so its current status should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced development in electrical engineering, particularly those interested in high-level technical, engineering, research or scholarly work. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements and the qualification’s verified status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards advanced electrical engineering, technical, research or academic pathways, subject to an employer’s requirements and any applicable professional or regulatory conditions. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced electrical engineering problem-solving
- High-level technical analysis in an electrical engineering context
- Independent engineering inquiry and research
- Complex engineering decision-making
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 96924
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Originator
- Vaal University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Ask the institution about the qualification structure, research or project expectations, assessment arrangements and any workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether any professional registration or employment pathway you are considering has additional requirements beyond the qualification.