North-West UniversityBachelor's DegreeBachelor of Engineering (BEng) Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Duration4 yearsNQF level8Minimum APS34Campuses1
About this course
NWU 2027 Grade 12 Prospectus, page(s) 28. Published requirements: • A final Grade 12 Mathematics mark of 70% or higher • A final Grade 12 Physical Sciences mark of 70% or higher • A mark of 60% or higher in Afrikaans or English (the language of instruction at either Home Language or First Additional Language level) Prospective students who apply with borderline Grade 11 results may be conditionally accepted, provided they meet the above minimum requirements in their final Grade 12 results. Such applicants are encouraged to choose a second study option from a faculty other than Engineering. Students with 40%+ in both Mathematics and Physical Sciences and at least 60% in the language of instruction can apply for the 1-year Xcel bridging programme • DURATION: 4 years
What you may study
Mathematics; engineering sciences; design; technical drawing or modelling; computing; laboratories; projects; and discipline-specific engineering practice. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.
Required school subjects
MathematicsLevel 6 · 70%A final Grade 12 Mathematics mark of 70% or higher
Physical SciencesLevel 6 · 70%A final Grade 12 Physical Sciences mark of 70% or higher
Other admission conditions
Home Language and First Additional Language: A mark of 60% or higher in Afrikaans or English (the language of instruction at either Home Language or First Additional Language level) Prospective students who apply with borderline Grade 11 results may be conditionally accepted, provided they meet the
Possible study paths
Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. Advanced or postgraduate study in the same engineering discipline, engineering management or a related specialisation, subject to academic results and professional requirements.
Where this qualification may lead
Engineering technologist; design engineer; project technician; production specialist; consulting professional; or technical manager, depending on the discipline and professional registration.
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