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Admission Rules

 For Admission Rules, see the section for minimum admissions requirements under each programme and department qualifications.

Credit Transfer

Students are allowed to apply for formal credit recognition for modules/courses attained from other institutions, according to the university’s policy on credit transfers.  Refer to requirements as per 2023 WSU General Prospectus  – Section 4, paragraphs 1.6 and 1.7

Career Opportunities

The job opportunities for graduates in Mechanical Engineering include managing and controlling all mechanical-related design, manufacturing, testing, commissioning and maintenance of equipment and systems.
This career also offers challenging opportunities in the following Mechanical Engineering Fields.

  • Computer applications (CAD/CAM);
  • Design and development of mechanical components;
  • Quality control and Condition monitoring;
  • Management of industrial projects and production lines;
  • Design of hydraulic/pneumatic systems;
  • Retail, design or development of air conditioning equipment;
  • Engineering supervisor;
  • Management of maintenance teams and production services;
  • Technical education.
  • Consulting firms in private practice, construction companies, government (national departments, provincial departments and local authorities), private and parastatal organisations, research organisations and tertiary education institutions.

 

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