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All applications for the 2027 intake will open on 1 April 2026.
PhD applications are accepted year-round.
BEng Chemical Engineering
This rigorous four-year degree is your gateway to a fulfilling career in chemical engineering. It is internationally recognised and accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), which enables you to pursue registration as a Professional Engineer (PrEng). You will engage with a...
PhD Chemical Engineering
A PhD in Chemical Engineering is for ambitious innovators ready to make a novel contribution to the field. As the highest academic qualification, this research-based degree offers an opportunity to lead research and develop innovative approaches to position you at the forefront of scientific and...
MEng Structured Data Analytics
This three-year, part-time programme is ideal for graduates and working professional engineers who want to advance their careers through data analytics, specifically in the processing industry. Gain the skills to leverage process data for actionable insights by developing a fundamental understanding...
MEng Structured Sustainable Chemical Engineering
This three-year, part-time programme will equip engineers and scientists with the fundamentals of sustainable chemical engineering. Focusing on the technologies associated with the green hydrogen and bioenergy industries, it aims to upskill engineers and scientists so that they may ultimately...
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Engineering excellence: Kaden Moonsamy named finalist for Mathews/IPGIP Final-Year Project Prize
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