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College of Science, Engineering & Technology

All undergraduate higher certificates, diplomas & degrees; honours degrees, postgraduate certificates & diplomas.

Admission requirementsIn addition to the individual qualification admission requirements listed below, there may be additional admission requirements based on the qualification you choose. Meeting these requirements does not mean automatic acceptance; each application will be considered individually.

Qualification Stream Code Admission requirements Credits What are credits? NQF What are NQF levels?
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Chemical BTENC National Diploma: Engineering (S4) in the relevant discipline OR national higher diploma in Chemical Engineering (T4), PLUS the following bridging subjects: Process Control III (PCT381H), which is the prerequisite for PCT401C; national diploma: Chemical Engineering (T3 diploma: 3 semesters Uot training plus 3 semesters in-service training) PLUS the following 4 bridging units: Process Control III (PCT381H); Chemical Engineering Technology III (Module B) (CEM321B and CEM3PRB); Thermodynamics: Chemical Engineering III (TDC341P); Chemical Process Design: Principles III (CPD371S); Foreign Chemical Engineering qualifications are considered but subject to SAQA evaluation and departmental approval. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Chemical (Environmental) BTECE National Diploma: Engineering (S4) in the relevant discipline OR National Higher Diploma in Chemical Engineering (T4), PLUS the following bridging subjects: Process Control III (PCT381H), which is the prerequisite for PCT401C; National Diploma: Chemical Engineering (T3 diploma: 3 semesters UoT training plus 3 semesters' in-service training) PLUS the following 4 bridging units: Process Control III (PCT381H); Chemical Engineering Technology III (Module B) (CEM321B and CEM3PRB); Thermodynamics: Chemical Engineering III (TDC341P); Chemical Process Design: Principles III (CPD371S); Foreign Chemical Engineering qualifications are considered but subject to SAQA evaluation and departmental approval. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil Urban Engineering BTECV - URB National Diploma: Engineering (S4) in the relevant discipline or equivalent qualification OR National Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering (T4) OR Foreign Civil Engineering qualifications are considered but subject to SAQA evaluation and departmental approval. Students with a National Diploma (T3) in Civil Engineering must do bridging study units: (i) Documentation III. Choose 3 of the following 4 study units: (ii) Structural Analysis III; (iii)Transportation Engineering III; (iv) Water Engineering III; (iv) Geotechnical Engineering III. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil Construction Management BTECV - COM National Diploma: Engineering (S4) in the relevant discipline or equivalent qualification OR National Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering (T4) OR Foreign Civil Engineering qualifications are considered but subject to SAQA evaluation and departmental approval. Students with a National Diploma (T3) in Civil Engineering must do bridging study units: (i) Documentation III. Choose 3 of the following 4 study units: (ii) Structural Analysis III; (iii)Transportation Engineering III; (iv) Water Engineering III; (iv) Geotechnical Engineering III. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil Structural BTECV - STR National Diploma: Engineering (S4) in the relevant discipline or equivalent qualification OR National Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering (T4) OR Foreign Civil Engineering qualifications are considered but subject to SAQA evaluation and departmental approval. Students with a National Diploma (T3) in Civil Engineering must do bridging study units: (i) Documentation III. Choose 3 of the following 4 study units: (ii) Structural Analysis III; (iii)Transportation Engineering III; (iv) Water Engineering III; (iv) Geotechnical Engineering III. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil Environmental Engineering BTECV - ENV National Diploma: Engineering (S4) in the relevant discipline or equivalent qualification OR National Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering (T4) OR Foreign Civil Engineering qualifications are considered but subject to SAQA evaluation and departmental approval. Students with a National Diploma (T3) in Civil Engineering must do bridging study units: (i) Documentation III. Choose 3 of the following 4 study units: (ii) Structural Analysis III; (iii)Transportation Engineering III; (iv) Water Engineering III; (iv) Geotechnical Engineering III. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil Water BTECV - WAT National Diploma: Engineering (S4) in the relevant discipline or equivalent qualification OR National Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering (T4) OR Foreign Civil Engineering qualifications are considered but subject to SAQA evaluation and departmental approval. Students with a National Diploma (T3) in Civil Engineering must do bridging study units: (i) Documentation III. Choose 3 of the following 4 study units: (ii) Structural Analysis III; (iii)Transportation Engineering III; (iv) Water Engineering III; (iv) Geotechnical Engineering III. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical Clinical Engineering BTELN - CEN National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical (S4) with Mathematics III OR national diploma in Electrical Engineering (T3) with Mathematics III PLUS the bridging subject: design project III (DPJ391U) OR National higher diploma in Electrical Engineering (T4) with Mathematics III, PLUS the bringing subject: Design project III (DPJ391U) OR nationally or internationally equivalent qualification. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical Computer Systems BTELN - COS National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical (S4) with Mathematics III OR national diploma in Electrical Engineering (T3) with Mathematics III PLUS the bridging subject: design project III (DPJ391U) OR National higher diploma in Electrical Engineering (T4) with Mathematics III, PLUS the bringing subject: Design project III (DPJ391U) OR nationally or internationally equivalent qualification. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical Power Engineering BTELN - PEN National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical (S4) with Mathematics III OR national diploma in Electrical Engineering (T3) with Mathematics III PLUS the bridging subject: design project III (DPJ391U) OR National higher diploma in Electrical Engineering (T4) with Mathematics III, PLUS the bringing subject: Design project III (DPJ391U) OR nationally or internationally equivalent qualification. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical Process Instrumentation BTELN - PIN National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical (S4) with Mathematics III OR national diploma in Electrical Engineering (T3) with Mathematics III PLUS the bridging subject: design project III (DPJ391U) OR National higher diploma in Electrical Engineering (T4) with Mathematics III, PLUS the bringing subject: Design project III (DPJ391U) OR nationally or internationally equivalent qualification. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical Telecommunication BTELN - TEL National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical (S4) with Mathematics III OR national diploma in Electrical Engineering (T3) with Mathematics III PLUS the bridging subject: design project III (DPJ391U) OR National higher diploma in Electrical Engineering (T4) with Mathematics III, PLUS the bringing subject: Design project III (DPJ391U) OR nationally or internationally equivalent qualification. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Industrial BTENI National higher diploma: Industrial Engineering OR a national diploma: Engineering: Industrial OR a national diploma: Industrial Engineering (T3-diploma) as well as the following study units from the national diploma: Engineering: Industrial (S4): (i) Management Practice IV (MGP437U); (ii) Automation III (ATO331Q); (iii) Operational Research III (OPR371S); (iv) Financial Management (FMA401V); (v) Quality Assurance II (QAS221U). Students who hold any approved National Diploma in Engineering, other than the ND: Industrial Engineering who want to study BTech: Industrial Engineering, must first complete the Higher Certificate: Industrial Engineering successfully. Refer to the Short Learning Programmes Calendar. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Mechanical BTMEE National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical (S4 diploma); or a National Higher Diploma: Mechanical Engineering (T4 diploma); or a National Diploma: Mechanical Engineering (T3 diploma) with at least 2 of the following S4 subjects: Theory of Machines III; Applied Strength of Materials III, Hydraulic Machines III, Steam Plant III. Foreign Mechanical Engineering Qualifications are considered but subject to SAQA evalutation and departmental approval. 120 7
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Information Technology BTINF National Diploma in Information Technology with a 60% average for the 3rd year. 120 7
Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Business Informatics 98450 A BCom or BCompt degree (or equivalent qualification) with an average of at least 60% in the relevant major subject. 120 8
Bachelor of Science General 98801 - GEN A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Applied Mathematics and Physics Stream) 98801 - AMP A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Applied Mathematics and Computer Science Stream) 98801 - AMC A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and Mathematics with at least 50%. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Statistics and Physics Stream) 98801 - STP A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Information Systems Stream) 98801 - MIS A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and Mathematics with at least 50%. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Computer Science Stream) 98801 - MCS A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and Mathematics with at least 50%. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Statistics Stream) 98801 - MAS A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and Mathematics with at least 50%. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Physics Stream) 98801 - MAP A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Applied Mathematics Stream) 98801 - MAM A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and Mathematics with at least 50%. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Chemistry Stream) 98801 - MAC A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry and Information Systems Stream) 98801 - CIS A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry and Computer Science Stream) 98801 - CCS A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry and Statistics Stream) 98801 - CAS A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry and Physics Stream) 98801 - CAP A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry and Applied Mathematics Stream) 98801 - CAM A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science (Applied Mathematics and Statistics Stream) 98801 - AMS A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and Mathematics with at least 50%. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Mathematics 98921 An appropriate bachelor's degree with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Astronomy 98920 An appropriate bachelor's degree with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Astronomy Education 98909 An appropriate bachelor's degree in Astronomy or Physics with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry 98919 An appropriate bachelor's degree with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry Education 98910 An appropriate bachelor's degree in Chemistry with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Computing 98908 A BSc degree (or equivalent qualification) with 60% in a relevant major subject. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Computing Education 98911 An appropriate bachelor's degree in Computer Science with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Life Science Education 98912 An appropriate bachelor's degree in any of the life Sciences with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics 98923 An appropriate bachelor's degree with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than three pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics Education 98913 An appropriate bachelor's degree in Mathematics with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics 98918 An appropriate bachelor's degree with an average of 60% or more for the equivalent of Unisa's 3rd level modules. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics Education 98914 An appropriate bachelor's degree in Physics with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Statistics 98922 An appropriate bachelor's degree with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science Honours in Statistics Education 98916 An appropriate bachelor's degree in Statistics with an average of 60% or more. In instances where a student does not have an average of 60% or more a submission may be made to the relevant college to allow such a student admission. Students must provide a written motivation of not more than 3 pages requesting admission to the college. Each college will determine the requirements for the motivation. However, in considering the application the college must take into account: the relevant experience, work or otherwise, of the student; the language capabilities of the student; alternative options for access into the programme; any other factor deemed necessary by the college. 120 8
Bachelor of Science in Computing 98906 A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and Mathematics with at least 50%. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Bachelor of Science in Informatics 98907 A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and Mathematics with at least 50%. A student who does not qualify in terms of the statutory or additional requirements, may follow Unisa's alternative pathways or apply for admission to an appropriate Diploma. 360 7
Diploma in Information Technology 98806 A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching learning. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Chemical NDENG A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Civil NDECI A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Mechatronics NDEEN - MEC A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Clinical Engineering NDEEN - CEN A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Process Instrumentation NDEEN - PIN A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Power Engineering NDEEN - PEN A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Electronics and Electronic Communication NDEEN - EEC A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Computer Systems NDEEN - COS A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Industrial NDEID A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical NDEMC A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Mine Surveying NDMSR A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Mining Engineering NDMIN A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6
National Diploma: Pulp and Paper Technology NDPPT A National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science. 360 6