Doctor of Engineering

This qualification includes the various specialisations in Engineering. Please refer to "Notes" for details on the specialisations.

To recognise critical insigth, maturity of judgement, technical expertise and outstanding schorlarly contribution in a specialised field of engineering.

To enable students, as members of the international community of scholars, to participate in and contribute to universal pursuit of knowledge and by doing so, advance the frontiers of science.

Senior Certificate with Mtriculation Exemption or equivalent university admission qualification.

First degree: BEng and 9 years applicable experience OR

Masters degree: MEng or MScEng and 5 years applicable experience OR

Doctoral degree: PhD and 2 year applicable experience OR

Having in some other manner attained in his particular field of study a standard of competence deemed adequate by the Senate.

Additional requirements

The candidate must have attained a high academic profile through previously published scholarly work

The DEng graduate

1. Is a leading expert in the chosen field of study
2. Has an in depth understanding of the complexity of the problems involved, cognisance of the latest developments on the international research scene as far as the specific subjects is concerned
3. Has an expert understanding of the relevance and applicability of proposed solutions
4. Has contributed extensively to original knowledge in engineering field
5. Has a proven ability to deal with complexity, lacunae and or contradictions in the knowledge base, select appropriate tools and research methods with confidence
6. Has a proven ability to synthesise and evaluate information autonomously
7. Has a proven ability to make sound evaluations on the basis of independently generated criteria
8. Has a proven ability to design and manage complex systems effectively
9. Has a proven ability to work constructively in a group and assume leadership when needed
10. Has a proven ability to communicate fully and professionally with other colleagues working in the field

The DEng graduate will demonstrate

1. Intellectual independence
2. Mature and sound judgement, accountable and accurate assessment of the views of others
3. Transcendence of personal prejudice and or parochial views
4. High levels of self reflexivity and adaptability
5. An enquiring mind and an innovative spirit
6. The ability to manage risk taking ventures
7. Adherence to professional or self defined ethics, academic integrity
8. Dedication to the ideals of scholarship

1. The assessment used for this qualification ensures that the purpose of the qualification is achieved.
2. A dissertation of previously published scholarly work is used. The assessment ensures that the required outcomes have been satisfied.
3. The assessment used meets the standard and level of achievement for NQF level 8

INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT

Candidates must submit a dissertation of previously published scholarly work based on their research. The dissertation has to meet all the standards and requirements of a doctoral dissertation - which includes proof of a successful integration of all the elements required to substantiate the central thesis and contribution of the study.