Electrical Engineering

What Is This Course About?

Electrical Engineering focuses on the study and application of electricity, electronics, and power systems. The course covers electrical circuits, machines, power distribution, control systems, and electronic systems. Students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to work in industries such as power generation, manufacturing, telecommunications, automation, and infrastructure development.

Who Offers This Course?

Universities Offering Electrical Engineering

• University of Johannesburg (UJ)

• University of Pretoria (UP)

• North-West University (NWU)

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)

TVET Colleges Offering Electrical Engineering

• Tshwane South TVET College

• Ekurhuleni West TVET College

• False Bay TVET College

• Sedibeng TVET College

Admission Requirements

• Mathematics and Physical Sciences (most universities require 60% or above)

• TVET colleges require Grade 9 or higher for NC(V) entry, or Grade 12 for N1–N6 programmes

• Requirements vary by institution

Course Duration

• University Degree (BEng / BEngTech): 3 to 4 years full-time

• TVET College (NCV Levels 2–4 or N1–N6): 1 to 3 years, depending on the level

Career Opportunities

• Electrical Engineer

• Electrical Technician

• Electronics Technician

• Power Systems Technician

• Automation and Control Technician

• Telecommunications Technician

• Renewable Energy Technician