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Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

Graduates develop the competence to conduct independent research in the field of (Electrical) and contribute significantly to the body of knowledge through the understanding, application and evaluation of existing knowledge. Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification A qualifying learner will conduct independent research, under minimum guidance, in a chosen field of (Electrical), and contribute to knowledge production in that field. The research problem, its justification, process and outcome is reported in a dissertation that complies with the generally accepted norms for research at that level. Offering type listed: PART-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS; FULL-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment  |  Department: Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Subjects listed on the programme page include Research Project and Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates follow a career in research and development in industry, and are employed at research institutes. They may also find employment in research positions at higher education institutions.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

• A level 9 Masters qualification in Electrical Engineering or related field. Prospective postgraduate students for full thesis studies must first find a provisional research topic or research area, and possible supervisor. For information on the fields / areas of study and Supervisors go to: Research Areas and Supervisors (https://www.cput.ac.za/study/research-areas-and-supervisors) Acceptance is dependent on a supervisor being available for the specific field of study, as well as space / equipment availability - the student should consult with the department before submitting their application.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Doctoral applications for 2027 close on 15 March 2027 for national and international applicants. Applicants must first identify a research topic and available supervisor.

The application fee is R110 (non-refundable); the late application fee is R160. A deposit of R1,750 is payable on acceptance and a registration fee of R785 applies.

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