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National Diploma: Engineering

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SAQA ID22419
NQF Level6
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This National Diploma is an engineering-focused qualification at NQF Level 6, associated with the Physical Planning, Design and Management subfield. It represents advanced vocational or occupational preparation in an engineering context, but the available information does not identify a specific engineering specialisation or detailed curriculum.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing higher-level engineering knowledge and capabilities may consider this qualification, particularly if they are exploring technical work connected with physical planning, design or management. Suitability should be checked against the provider’s stated requirements and the qualification’s current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards engineering-related technical or supervisory work, depending on the content delivered and the requirements of particular employers or occupations. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific engineering career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Applied engineering understanding
  • Technical problem-solving
  • Design-oriented thinking
  • Planning and management in an engineering context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Diploma: Engineering
SAQA ID
22419
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
240
Field
12
Subfield
Physical Planning Design and Management
Originator
Department of Education
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification and ask which registration status applies to new enrolments.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask for the current curriculum, assessment approach and any practical or workplace-based requirements, as these are not specified here.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is suitable for the particular engineering occupation or further study pathway you have in mind.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.