Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering
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About this qualification
This is a postgraduate diploma focused on mechatronic engineering, combining the engineering and related design field with study at NQF level 8. It carries 120 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF).
Who might consider this qualification?
People who already have an appropriate engineering-related background and are considering postgraduate study focused on mechatronic engineering might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s published requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic or professional development related to mechatronic engineering and engineering design. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 115914
- 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.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited as required.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements and whether your prior qualification is accepted.
- Review the assessment approach and confirm whether any practical, project-based or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 115914, credit value and NQF level with the provider and SAQA.
- Ask the provider whether the qualification is currently accepting enrolments and whether any updated information applies.