Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 8 within the Engineering and Related Design subfield. It represents postgraduate-level study in engineering and is recorded as a derived generic qualification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People exploring postgraduate-level study in engineering, particularly those seeking to build on prior higher-education experience in an engineering-related area. Suitability and admission depend on the requirements confirmed by the relevant provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support further development for engineering-related work or study, but the available information does not identify specific occupations or guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 14002
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- University of Witwatersrand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2024 and current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or other participation requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is accepting new enrolments and that the provider’s offering corresponds to SAQA qualification ID 14002.