Overview

Many fields of Mechanical Engineering from University of Kwazulu Natal come together when exciting projects like producing a winning Formula 1 Ferrari, or designing a hypersonic spacecraft are undertaken.

Key Features

A mechanical engineer is someone with a natural curiosity about how things work and a creative desire to make things that work well.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mechanical engineers combine sound knowledge of physical and engineering science with ingenuity to create the mechanical devices and systems that are essential in almost every industry and every phase of technology.

Their activities range from those leading to the production of a machine (research, design, development and manufacturing), to those ensuring the optimal performance of equipment, including management and consulting.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durban, South Africa

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 17 other Bachelors 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Achieve at least 33 Matric Points

Pass Mathematics and Physical Sciences at Level 6 (70%) as a minimum

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18300 USD / year

≈ 18300 USD / year

Additional Details

62324 Rand for National

Living costs

Durban

South Africa

7800 - 9401 ZAR / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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