Introduction

This programme consists of two years of full-time study at NMMU and one year in industry undergoing experiential training.

Take note: After completion of the national diploma and a minimum of three years industrial experience a candidate may apply to the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for registration as a technician.

(Please note that these are the specific programme admission requirements – the university has its own minimum admission requirements.)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS

• Admission Points Score of 34.
• Minimum NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met.
• English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa (home language or first additional language) on at least level 3 (40-49%).
• NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics.
• NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50-59%) for Physical Sciences.
• Applicants with an Admission Points Score between 26 and 33 may be referred to write the Access Assessment Battery before a decision is made on whether or not to admit the applicant to the course.
• An N3 Certificate with a minimum of 60% in Mathematics and Engineering Science and two languages at senior certificate level.

Recommended NSC subjects:

Engineering Graphics & Design

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WHO MATRICULATED PRIOR TO 2008
Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification with pass marks in Physical Science, Mathematics and English (minimum HG=E or SG=D)

Or

• A 60% pass on N3 Engineering Maths and Engineering Science plus Grade 12 Languages.
• Learners must score at least 27 points on the university’s SPS rating scale.
• Applicants who do not meet the requirements for direct admission, and who have an SPS of 18 or higher, may be referred to write the Access Assessment Battery before a decision is made on whether or not to admit the applicant to the course.

Careers: Transportation Engineering, Urban Engineering, Water Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering

For more info: NMMU