Vaal University of Technology
Engineering and Technology Diploma Programmes
A suite of accredited engineering diploma programmes at Vaal University of Technology, offered as three‑year and extended four‑year pathways. Suited to students with a National Senior Certificate who seek vocationally-oriented engineering training across civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, metallurgical and industrial fields.
What you'll study
The faculty provides discipline-specific diploma programmes rather than a single unified curriculum. Areas identified include Civil Engineering; Metallurgical Engineering; Industrial Engineering; Operations Management; Chemical Engineering; Electrical Engineering (specialisations in Power, Electronics, Computer Systems and Process Control); and Mechanical Engineering. Programmes are vocationally focused and designed to deliver practical and technical engineering competencies.
Entry requirements
Admission for the three‑year engineering diplomas requires a National Senior Certificate with a minimum APS of 24 and at least level 4 for Mathematics, Physical Science and English. Extended four‑year diploma programmes require a National Senior Certificate with a minimum APS of 22 and at least level 3 for Mathematics, Physical Science and English. Technical & Vocational Science results are used in the selection process for Electrical Engineering. International applicants have their qualifications evaluated by the International Office and SAQA.
Career prospects
Graduates typically enter technical and operational roles within engineering firms, manufacturing, utilities, process industries, construction and maintenance. Diplomas aim to prepare students for technician and technologist positions, further vocational training, or articulation into higher qualifications.
Scholarships & funding angle
While no programme-specific bursaries are listed here, prospective students should explore institutional scholarships, departmental funding, industry bursaries and national financial-aid schemes. Contact programme enquiries for guidance on available funding opportunities.
Enquiries
- Civil Engineering: Sylvia Kgeni — sylviakg@vut.ac.za — 016-950-9959
- Metallurgical, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management: Puleng Masibihlele — pulengm@vut.ac.za — 016-950-9109
- Chemical Engineering: Mantshadi Mofokeng — moroesim@vut.ac.za — 016-950-7568
- Electrical Engineering (Power, Electronics, Computer Systems and Process Control): Gwen Mokaba — gwen@vut.ac.za — 016-950-6888
- Mechanical Engineering: Salaminah Mokodutlo — salaminah@vut.ac.za — 016-950-9476
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