DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Course Aim:
Graduates develop the competence to conduct independent research in the field of (Electrical) and contribute significantly to the body of knowledge through the understanding, application and evaluation of existing knowledge.
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
A qualifying learner will conduct independent research, under minimum guidance, in a chosen field of (Electrical), and contribute to knowledge production in that field. The research problem, its justification, process and outcome is reported in a dissertation that complies with the generally accepted norms for research at that level.
Opportunities:
Graduates follow a career in research and development in industry, and are employed at research institutes. They may also find employment in research positions at higher education institutions.
Admission requirements:
• A level 9 Masters qualification in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Prospective postgraduate students for full thesis studies must first find a provisional research topic or research area, and possible supervisor. For information on the fields / areas of study and Supervisors go to:
Research Areas and Supervisors (https://www.cput.ac.za/study/research-areas-and-supervisors)
Acceptance is dependent on a supervisor being available for the specific field of study, as well as space / equipment availability - the student should consult with the department before submitting their application.
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Please note:
The fees reflected here are for the 2024 academic year, and are subject to change for 2025.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.
Compulsary subject(s)
Offering type: FULL-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUSOffering type: PART-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Dr A Raji
021 959 6246
NOTE: The fees in this prospectus are for the 2024 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.
Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.