Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced study and contribution in electrical engineering. It is positioned at NQF Level 10, carries 360 credits, and falls within the Electrical Infrastructure Construction subfield of the HEQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic and professional development in electrical engineering, particularly those interested in conducting high-level work in the field. Prospective learners should confirm that their background and experience meet the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced electrical engineering, research, design or technical-development work, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. The absence of approved related-career mappings means that no specific career relationship is stated here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced electrical engineering analysis
- Research and investigation in electrical engineering
- High-level technical problem-solving
- Engineering design and development
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 97019
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Originator
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are authorised or accredited for the qualification and that enrolment is currently available.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements and any academic, professional or prior-learning requirements.
- Ask the provider about the qualification structure, research or project expectations, supervision arrangements and assessment requirements.
- Confirm any workplace, laboratory, access or equipment requirements that may apply.
- Check whether any professional registration or employer-specific requirements are relevant to the work you intend to pursue.