Master in Industrial Engineering (Research)

Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Technology, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Department: 
Programme Level: Postgraduate
Programme Name: Master in Industrial Engineering (Research)
Programme Code: M6IN0Q
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NQF Level: 
NQF Credits: 120
SAQA: 111122

Application Start Date: 
Application End Date: Apr 1, 2022

Purpose

The purpose of the qualification is to develop an engineer with advanced abilities in applying fundamental engineering sciences and/design and synthesis, and related principles independently to specific problems of society at large. One of the main objectives in this process is to develop an advanced capability to conduct fundamental engineering research of an original nature. It also promotes a lifelong learning approach.

Career Opportunities

Curriculum

Admission Requirements

15 December 2022

Selection Process

An approved four-year bachelor’s degree in Engineering or approved BEng Tech honours degree or similar approved degree at honours level.

Final admission to the programme will only be granted upon successful presentation of a research seminar six months after enrolment. Research topics must also be accepted and approved by the supervisors in the Faculty.