School of Engineering prospectus 2012 - Walter Sisulu University

work exposure. To achieve this, practical demonstrations and site visits are arranged during
the course. This exercise has proved popular and beneficial to students as it enables the
students who participate to broaden their understanding of the various engineering fields; it
also provides students with a real “feel” of engineering.
11.6.1.6.4 Teaching & Learning Methodology
Learning activities are structured in a way that focuses the students learning experiences
and creates opportunity for development via feedback. Students must be prepared to work
independently using their own initiative in order to develop the ability to reason methodically
and think creatively.
11.6.1.7 Programme Information
11.6.1.7.1 Minimum Admission Requirements
National Senior Certificate
Accumulated
Point Score
Required NSC Subjects
(Compulsory)
30 NSC achievement rating
of at least 3 (40-49%)
for English at a Home
Language or First Additional
Language level
NSC Achievement rating
of at least 3 (40-49%)
for Mathematics (not
Mathematics Literacy)
NSC achievement rating
of at least 3 (40-49%) for
Physical Sciences.
Recommended
NSC Subjects
(Not Compulsory)
Engineering
graphics and design
Electrical
Technology
Other
Minimum statutory
NSC requirements for
diploma entry must
be met.
Applicants are
required to
participate in National
Benchmarking and
SATAPS Tests
Grade 12/ Matric
Senior Certificate Requirement:
An E-symbol for English (2nd language) on the Higher Grade. In addition, an E-symbol on the
Higher Grade or a D-symbol on the Standard Grade for Mathematics and Physical Science.
If the symbol attained for only one of either Mathematics or Physical Science is one symbol
below the requirement, the students may be referred to the National Diploma: Engineering
(Extended Programme) (see minimum admissions requirements for extended programme).
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