TUT Baccalaureus Technologiae in Mechanical Engineering- Mechatronics
Important notification to new applicants:
Students who intend to enrol for this qualification should take note that no new applications will
be accepted as from 2020. Potential students are advised to consult the University’s website
for possible new qualifications which are aligned with the newly-implemented Higher Education
Qualification Sub-Framework.
REMARKS
a. Admission requirement(s):
A National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical or a NQF Level 6 (old NQF and the new HEQF)
qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related field) obtained from an accredited
South African university. Preference will be given to candidates with an average of 60% or
more. Candidates who do not meet the 60% requirement will be evaluated by the Department
and may be requested to provide a portfolio of relevant work experience (excluding P1 and
P2) in order to be considered for selection.
National Diploma students at TUT who are busy with their final semester (P2) and do not
have more than one theoretical subject outstanding may also apply for admission and may
be considered based on the average of their completed theoretical subjects, but admission
will be subject to the successful completion of the National Diploma and the Faculty’s Student
Enrolment Plan (SEP).
Holders of any other equivalent South African or international qualifications may also be
considered, but will have to apply at least six months in advance for the recognition of such
qualifications. Candidates will be required to submit an evaluation of their qualifications by the
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) with their application forms for admission. The
University and/or Faculty reserves the right to assess these qualifications and the applicant’s
suitability and/or competence for admission to the programme. Depending on the nature of
such an equivalent qualification, the completion of certain additional subjects may be required.
Proof of English proficiency may be required.
b. Selection criteria:
Due to capacity constraints, candidates will be selected based on academic performance and/
or work experience. Selection will be done after the closing date for applications. Please note
that meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
c. Minimum duration:
One year.
d. Presentation:
Block-mode classes presented three days per month over a period of one or two years.
Classes and assessments may take place on Friday afternoons and Saturdays.
e. Intake for the qualification:
January and July.
f. Exclusion and readmission:
See Chapter 2 of Students’ Rules and Regulations.
g. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), equivalence and status:
See Chapter 30 of Students’ Rules and Regulations
