Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering at Central University of Technology, Free State

Entry requirements

Minimum Prior Qualification: An appropriate professional Bachelor’s Degree (BSc Eng or BEng), Honours Degree (BEngTech Hons), or an Advanced Diploma/BTech in Mechanical Engineering (or a relevant discipline) from an ECSA-accredited programme in South Africa. International applicants: A 3-year (minimum) Mechanical Engineering degree from a university recognised within the Washington, Sydney, and/or Dublin Accords may also be considered. Required Academic Performance: A minimum overall average of 60% in the prerequisite Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma. A minimum average of 60% specifically in the final year of that programme (at NQF Level 7 or 8, as applicable). Programme Regulations & Structure: Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): In cases where a candidate does not meet the 60% average requirement, RPL may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that RPL grants admission only and does not provide exemption from individual subject modules, in accordance with the CUT RPL Policy. Dissertation Credits: The total credit value of the research dissertation must add up to 180 SAQA credits. Intake & Registration: Only one intake per year in January, with registrations possible until 31 March. Award: After successful completion of this qualification, the Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.