Welcome to Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering

The Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering consists of fourteen (14) Departments, one of which offers the Foundation programme while others offer the BSc degree in thirty-seven (37) double majors. The Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering is also known for its attractiveness to students from different countries although the majority are from South Africa

Entry Requirements

Prospective students may apply for admission via the Central Applications Office (CAO). The 2024 closing date for applications is 31 October 202, thereafter a late application fee will be applicable.

  • 2023 Application fees South African citizens: R250
  • International students: R470
  • Late Application fees South African citizens: R470
  • International students: R580

For additional information refer to the CAO Handbook or website: www.cao.ac.za

Programme code NSC Points (exc.LO) Programme Duration Minimum entry requirements (NSC = National Senior Certificate FAL = First Additional Language)
ZU-R-DFI 26 Diploma in Sport & Exercise Technology 4NDP01 3 years NSC with Diploma endorsement; Level 3 in four recognised NSC 26 credit-subjects, and Level 4 for English as a FAL or Home Language
ZU-R-DHM 26 Diploma in Hospitality Management 4DIP02 3 years NSC with Diploma endorsement and Level 4 for English as a FAL or level 4 for English as a Home Language.
ZU-R-BEZ 30 BEng Electrical Engineering 5EEDG1 4 years NSC with degree endorsment; Maths Level 5, Physical Science Level 5, English FAL Level4
ZU-R-BMR 30 BEng Mechanical Engineering 5MEDG1 4 years NSC with degree endorsment; Maths Level 5, Physical Science Level 5, English FAL Level4
ZU-R-BM7 30 BEng Mechatronics Engineering 5MEDEG2 4 years NSC with degree endorsment; Maths Level 5, Physical Science Level 5, English FAL Level4
ZU-R-BOE 30 BEng Electrical Engineering & Computer Engineering 5EEDEG2 4 years NSC with degree endorsment; Maths Level 5, Physical Science Level 5, English FAL Level4

A graduate who has achieved this qualification will be able to design, implement and manage a physical activity programme for all groups including special populations. Graduates will be able to provide personal training or lead and instruct safe and effective physical activity participation to meet participants’ fitness requirements, as well as provide educated advice on lifestyle change for improved well-being. Career opportunities include: Sport Coach, Sport Organiser, Health and Fitness Instructor, Fitness Adviser for Sport Teams, Sport and Fitness/Gym Manager, Lifestyle Consultant, School Physical Education and Sport Instructor. 

This programme offers training to students who are keen to enter the hospitality industry and seek employment in a variety of lodging and guest service occupations as owners or managers.  Graduates will be equipped with supervisory and managerial skills in areas such as accommodation, food and beverage, reception management, hotels and restaurants, banqueting or as entrepreneurs.

The electrical engineering degree covers a wide range of activities and disciplines including; control and instrumentation, power electronics and machines, power systems engineering and telecommunications. Apart from receiving a thorough grounding in electrical engineering students will gain a foundation in physical science, advanced engineering mathematics, control theory and some aspects in engineering management. Although the electrical engineering degree is broad based, students can elect to specialize in the final year by selecting modules in power engineering or selecting a module in telecommunications.

The mechanical engineering curriculum is structured to provide students with a fundamental understanding of solid mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and materials, which is conveyed in the form of lectures, experimental investigations, laboratory sessions, and the solving of structured problem sets. engineering design is central to the curriculum and forms the core of the programme. The knowledge and skills that are developed through the curriculum are brought together with a number of capstone design courses towards the end of the degree, which equip students with the skills to enter the broad area of professional engineering practice associated with the process and manufacturing industries.