University of Namibia Pre – Engineering Course

Pre-Engineering

Introduction

Eligible candidates will be admitted into a Pre-engineering Year in which they will mainly study the basic sciences, i.e. physics, chemistry, mathematics, statistics and computer skills, as well as English communication and study skills, English for academic purposes and contemporary social issues. On successful completion of the Pre-engineering Year, students will be admitted into the First Year of Bachelor of Science in Engineering.

Admission Criteria

The minimum entry requirements for admission into the Pre-engineering Year are as follows:

• At least a “B” symbol in Mathematics and “C” symbol in Physical Science (or at least a “C” symbol in Mathematics and “B” symbol in Physical Science); plus at least a “C” symbol in English at NSSC-O level (IGCSE level) or equivalent qualification, or
• A score of “3” in Mathematics and in Physical Science (or a 3 in Mathematics and a 4 in Physical Science) plus a score of 4 or better in English at NSSC-H level (HIGCSE level) or equivalent qualification. If English was not taken at NSSC-H level, at least a “C” symbol in English at NSSC-O level will be required.
• Students doing the UNAM Foundation Programme are eligible for admission into the Pre-engineering Year provided they meet the minimum entry requirements.
• Admission to the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology through the Mature Age Mode is possible only with those who possess valid Grade 12 Certificates.

Duration of Study

The minimum duration for the Pre-Engineering programme is one (1) year.

Modules