Program Overview

Programme: MSc specialising in Engineering Geology

The MSc specialising in Engineering Geology is a postgraduate programme offered by the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria.

Programme Information

• Code: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
• Department: Geology
• Credits: 180
• Duration: Minimum duration of study: 1 year
• NQF level: 09

Admission Requirements

The minimum admission requirements for the programme are:

1. A relevant Bachelor of Science Honours degree (NQF level 8) or a relevant bachelor's degree (NQF level 8)
2. A weighted average of at least 60% for the Bachelor of Science Honours degree (NQF level 8)

Promotion to Next Study Year

The progress of all master's candidates is monitored biannually by the supervisor and the postgraduate coordinator. A candidate's study may be terminated if the progress is unsatisfactory or if the candidate is unable to finish their studies during the prescribed period. Subject to exceptions approved by the Dean, on recommendation of the relevant head of department, and where applicable, a student may not enter for the master's examination in the same module more than twice.

Core Modules

• IGL 890: Dissertation: Engineering Geology 890 (Credits: 180.00)

General Academic Regulations and Student Rules

The General Academic Regulations (G Regulations) and General Student Rules apply to all faculties and registered students of the University, as well as all prospective students who have accepted an offer of a place at the University of Pretoria. On registering for a programme, the student bears the responsibility of ensuring that they familiarise themselves with the General Academic Regulations applicable to their registration, as well as the relevant faculty-specific and programme-specific regulations and information as stipulated in the relevant yearbook.

Regulations, Degree Requirements, and Information

The faculty regulations, information on and requirements for the degrees published here are subject to change and may be amended after the publication of this information.

University of Pretoria Programme Qualification Mix (PQM) Verification Project

The higher education sector has undergone an extensive alignment to the Higher Education Qualification Sub-Framework (HEQSF) across all institutions in South Africa. In order to comply with the HEQSF, all institutions are legally required to participate in a national initiative led by regulatory bodies such as the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), the Council on Higher Education (CHE), and the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The University of Pretoria is presently engaged in an ongoing effort to align its qualifications and programmes with the HEQSF criteria. Current and prospective students should take note that changes to UP qualification and programme names may occur as a result of the HEQSF initiative. Students are advised to contact their faculties if they have any questions.