CAREER AREA: 1
ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Subject advice

 

Maths and Physical Sciences are compulsory for all Engineering degrees and for most National Diplomas. Complementary subjects such as Maths Literacy, Geography, Information Technology, Computer Application Technology (CAT), Mechanical, Civil and Electrical Engineering are recommended for this area.

 

University Courses

 

Maths and Physical Sciences and English are compulsory, and you have to obtain a minimum of 5 in all your subjects (at UJ) with an Average Point Score (APS) of 35 for your 6 academic subjects. There are, however, universities that require a minimum of a 7 for Maths and a 6 or 7 for Physical Sciences for Engineering.

 

University of Technology Courses

 

Maths and Physical Sciences are compulsory for most of the Diploma / B Tech courses. There are some National Diplomas such as Industrial Design where Maths Literacy is accepted.

 

Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges

 

You need Grade 9, and you must be 16 years old.

 

Private Institutions and Training Centres

 

Admission requirements differ from institution to institution therefore, you must make completely sure your marks comply with their criteria.

 

Career Fields

 

  • Engineering or Engineering Support
  • Architecture, Draughting and Technical Drawing
  • Building and Construction or Building Support
  • Artisans
  • Manufacturing
  • Automotive or Automotive Support
  • Geology, Mining and Mining Support
  • Woodwork and Furniture

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