Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
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About this qualification
The Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering is an advanced doctoral-level qualification in the Electrical Infrastructure Construction subfield. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF).
What this qualification may cover
- Advanced doctoral-level study in electrical engineering
- Electrical engineering within the Electrical Infrastructure Construction subfield
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking the highest level of academic study in electrical engineering and who are interested in advanced engineering inquiry, research or specialist contribution. Prospective students should confirm the actual admission and academic requirements with an authorised provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced engineering, research, academic or specialist career pathways related to electrical engineering. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced electrical engineering analysis
- Doctoral-level research and investigation
- Specialist problem-solving in an electrical engineering context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 97119
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Originator
- Nelson Mandela University
- 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 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or new enrolments are open.
- Ask the provider about the qualification structure, research or assessment requirements, supervision arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 97119, NQF Level 10 and 360-credit value with the provider before making a decision.