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BEng in Computer Engineering 5-year programme at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This is the 5-year (previously ENGAGE) route into Computer Engineering, with the same programme content and career outcomes as the 4-year programme but a lower entry threshold and an extended duration. Students may apply directly to this programme.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology  |  Duration: 5 years, full-time  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Electronics, digital systems, computer systems and control software, applied across telecommunications, networking, robotics and embedded systems.

Career pathways

Roles in telecommunications, computer networking, military technologies, transport technologies, internet banking, security systems, medical systems, robotics and navigation; research and development opportunities worldwide.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 33. NSC/IEB 65% in English Home Language/First Additional Language, 65% in Mathematics, 65% in Physical Sciences, APS 33.

Duration: 5 years, full-time

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