University of Cape TownBachelor's DegreeBachelor of Science in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
Duration4 yearsNQF level8Campuses1
About this course
UCT 2027 admission scoring: Guaranteed: 500 FPS; likely: 480 WPS; possible targeted-redress admission: 420 FPS. Source pages: programme 33-37; admission requirements 37. UCT uses faculty-specific FPS/WPS rather than the standard APS field.
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 7 · 80%Mathematics 80% or above.
Physical SciencesLevel 6 · 75%Physical Sciences 75% or above.
Other admission conditions
Guaranteed: 500 FPS; likely: 480 WPS; possible targeted-redress admission: 420 FPS.
Mathematics, AL and QL must be written; results are not used for EBE admission.
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.
Study locations
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