Doctor of Engineering in Metallurgical Engineering
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About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on metallurgical engineering, a specialised area of engineering concerned with metals and metal-related engineering applications. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits within the HEQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic or research-oriented study in metallurgical engineering might consider this qualification. Prospective applicants should confirm that their prior qualifications and experience meet the institution’s actual admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced research or specialist engineering development related to metallurgical engineering. It does not guarantee employment, professional appointment, registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced engagement with metallurgical engineering concepts
- Doctoral-level research and specialist engineering development
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Engineering in Metallurgical Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 118140
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- Vaal University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-03-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before applying, as the available record includes a registration-end date of 25 March 2024 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Ask for details of the assessment approach and any research, workplace or other completion requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is accepting new enrolments and whether any professional registration or employment requirements relevant to your intended career are separate from the qualification.