Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
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About this qualification
The Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering is an NQF Level 8 postgraduate qualification in the Engineering and Related Design subfield. It is intended to provide advanced study in mechanical engineering beyond an earlier undergraduate qualification, with 120 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced postgraduate study in mechanical engineering and further development in the engineering field. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the institution offering the qualification.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development for work or study related to mechanical engineering, but no specific career relationships are mapped here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 115915
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- Stellenbosch University
- Registration end in source dataset
- Not specified in source
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling, as its current registration status requires confirmation.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, as these are not specified here.
- Ask the provider for the curriculum, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements before making a decision.
- Confirm the qualification’s current availability, registration details and credit information directly with the institution and relevant official sources.