Overview

About the program

The Mechanical Engineering program is offered by University of Johannesburg.

One of the main objectives of this process is to develop an advanced capability to do fundamental engineering research independently. It also promotes a lifelong learning approach.

Mechanical Engineers play a significant role in product design, manufacture, maintenance, research, control, development, management and marketing of mechanical engineering services. Mechanical Engineering is concerned with a large variety of mechanical equipment varying from small items to large constructions such as aircraft, railways, spacecraft, ships, motorcars and major transport equipment. In South Africa, Mechanical Engineers make a significant contribution in heavy industries, transport services, manufacturing, mining, consulting, research and the commodities industry.

Programme Structure

Courses

Dissertation

Industrial Engineering and Management

Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing

Energy Systems and Infrastructure

Engineering Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-07-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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105

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IELTS

7

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 16 other Masters in Mechanical Engineering in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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105

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Other requirements

General requirements

An approved four-year bachelor’s degree in Engineering 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.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

47373 ZAR / year

≈ 47373 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

47373 ZAR / year

≈ 47373 ZAR / year

Additional Details

The fees for the complete programme amount, average between R47 373.00 and R286,604.00. Fees may vary depending on the compositon of the master’s degree

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Courses

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Johannesburg

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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