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Doctor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering at Durban University of Technology

Durban University of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

The Doctor of Engineering is an NQF Level 10 doctoral research qualification in mechanical engineering. Candidates complete advanced independent research under supervision and submit a doctoral thesis.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment  |  Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Candidates learn to assimilate and evaluate literature, set research objectives and strategy, generate and evaluate solutions and guide less experienced researchers. Research focus areas include advanced composite and polymeric materials, computational modelling and simulation, design and optimisation, and smart materials, sensors and automation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master of Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.

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.

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://onlineapps.dut.ac.za/

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