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Master of Engineering in Industrial Engineering (Full-time) at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

Full-thesis MEng in industrial engineering, based on independent research under a supervisor. The field optimises complex systems of people, money, knowledge, information, equipment, energy and materials using mathematical, physical and social sciences and engineering design principles.

Faculty: Engineering  |  Department: Industrial Engineering  |  Duration: Two years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A research thesis of at least 180 credits at NQF level 9, with supplementary modules possibly prescribed by the home department chairperson.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Supporting document: CV with three referees. Stellenbosch University MEng (Research) programmes: applicants must hold at least a BEng, a BScHons, another relevant four-year bachelor's degree, an MTech or a PGDip (Eng), or hold other academic degree qualifications and appropriate experience approved by the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the department chairperson. Selection by the home department is required irrespective of the admission requirements, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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