Information Engineering
Information Engineers are responsible for developing and maintaining high level systems in which computer applications, networking and information processing are the essential components.
Programme overview
The Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Information Engineering (BSc Eng Information) is a 4 year programme. The final year is considered an honours level. It contains a broad mix of courses that cover diverse aspects such as electric circuits, software engineering, microprocessors, telecommunications, electronics and computer networking.
The University’s undergraduate engineering degrees are recognised by the Engineering Council of South Africa and have received the approval of professional accrediting bodies in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Ireland and Hong Kong. Career opportunities for engineers are in high demand and extend beyond the engineering sector.
Career Opportunities
- Banking
- Project management
- Management consulting
- Software engineering
- IT sector
- Manufacturing
Entry Requirements
Engineering and the Built Environment |
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| Programme | Minimum Admission Requirements | Selection procedures | |
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| Bachelor of Science in Engineering BSc (Eng) (4 years) | English HL or 1st Add Lang - 5 Mathematics - 5 Physical Science - 5 | Note: Due to the limited number of places available, admission is not guaranteed. Selection will be based on final NSC results. Generally students who achieve at least 70% in Mathematics, Physical Science and English stand a greater chance of being accepted. | |
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40+ | ||
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42+ | ||
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36+ | ||
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36+ | ||
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40+ | ||
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40+ | ||
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42+ | ||
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40+ | ||
| Bachelor of Engineering Science in the field of Digital Arts (3 years) |
42+ | English HL or 1st Add Lang - 5 Mathematics - 5 Physical Science - 5 |
Applicants will be required to complete additional selection criteria, e.g. workshop, interview. |
| Bachelor of Engineering Science in Biomedical Engineering BEngSc (BME) (3 years) |
42+ | English HL or 1st Add Lang - 5 Mathematics - 5 Physical Science - 5 |
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| Bachelor of Architectural Studies BAS (3 years) |
34+ | English HL or 1st Add Lang - 4 Mathematics - 4 |
Acceptance is dependent on departmental selection procedures. Applicants are required to complete a written and graphic exercise and may be required to attend an interview. Applicants with a Wits APS of 34 and above may be accepted on this basis. Applicants with a Wits APS of between 29 and 33 may only be considered on the basis of exceptional exercise scores. The selection process for the BAS is conducted by a panel of senior academics from the School of Architecture and Planning, monitored by the Assistant Dean. Selection is based predominantly on performance against the selection exercise, interview and academic performance, although demographic balance is taken into consideration where a choice needs to be made between applicants scoring within the same range. |
| Bachelor of Science in Construction Studies BSc (CS) (3 years) Bachelor of Science in Property Studies BSc (PS) (4 years) |
36+ | English HL or 1st Add Lang - 5 Mathematics - 5 |
Provided that Mathematics and English pass at NSC Scale of Achievement Level 5. |
| Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning BSc (URP) (3 years) |
36+ | English HL or 1st Add Lang - 5 Mathematics - 5 |
Provided that Mathematics and English pass at NSC Scale of Achievement Level 5. |
Application Process
Your application
- You may apply for three programmes (degrees).
- Applications to Wits must enclose a non-refundable application fee of R100 (for international applicants, R700).
Documentation / Checklist
- Submit your Grade 11 report which must be signed and stamped by your school principal.
- If you have already matriculated, attach a copy of your matric certificate.
Submit your application, required documentation and application fee before the closing date.
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Closing Dates
30 June 2018
Faculty of Health Sciences (All programmes)
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of Audiology
Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology
30 September 2018
All other University programmes
Residence applications
Online applications
- Complete an online application to study at Wits
Course Costs
The average course costs for local students range from R34 000 to R62 000, depending on the course and the number of years of study.
Tuition fees are payable for each course for which a student is registered.