Master of Engineering in Metallurgical Engineering
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About this qualification
This is an advanced postgraduate engineering qualification focused on metallurgical engineering within the Engineering and Related Design field. It is positioned at NQF Level 9 and carries 180 credits. The qualification may be relevant to further specialist study and advanced work connected with metals and metallurgical engineering, subject to the provider’s current offering and requirements.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced postgraduate study in metallurgical engineering, particularly those interested in developing their academic or technical direction in this engineering field. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further specialist or technical development relevant to metallurgical engineering and related engineering work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers were supplied.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced engineering analysis
- Technical problem-solving in metallurgical engineering contexts
- Postgraduate-level inquiry and research capability
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Engineering in Metallurgical Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 96940
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- Vaal University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA and the institution, as the available record includes a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is available for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider how the qualification is assessed and whether research, project, laboratory, workplace or other practical requirements apply.
- Confirm the current credit structure, delivery format, fees and completion arrangements with the institution.