MUT’s Faculty of Engineering has achieved positive outcomes following an extensive on-site professional accreditation review of four of its academic programmes, conducted between 26 and 30 October 2026. The rigorous multi-day evaluations were led by key statutory and professional accreditation bodies the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC).
The Diploma in Surveying, which was evaluated by SAGC, was endorsed subject to specific conditions to be addressed within one year of receiving the official accreditation report expected in March 2027. The department concerned must consider the following areas: an interim Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) report must be submitted to the SAGC. Key operational areas highlighted for refinement include programme coordination, management of Work-Integrated Learning (WIL), and the introduction of a pending module recommended in previous review cycles.
The Diploma in Electrical Engineering, which was evaluated by ECSA, was granted full accreditation through to the next scheduled review cycle in 2031. However, the department concerned must consider minor issues raised during the review, and these will be managed internally via the University’s Institutional Quality Improvement Plan (IQIP) without requiring separate submissions to ECSA.
Another programme that received full accreditation was the Advanced Diploma in Chemical Engineering, which was also evaluated by ECSA. It too must deal with the minor recommendations that will be implemented via internal QIP processes.
Lastly, was the Diploma in Chemical Engineering, which was also evaluated by ECSA. This programme was granted conditional accreditation, pending an interim progress report due by August 2027. The department concerned must address two main technical deficiencies alongside minor concerns to secure full accreditation status following assessment of the remedial actions.
The Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Dr Richard Chidzonga, emphasized that the positive evaluation results directly support the University’s Strategic Plan. Dr Chidzonga expressed gratitude to the University’s senior executive leadership, including interim Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Rushiella Songca; DVC: Teaching and Learning, Professor Marcus Ramogale; DVC: Resources and Planning Professor Bhekisipho Twala; and DVC: Research, Innovation and Engagement (RIE) Professor Mncedisi Maphalala, for their oversight and support during the accreditation process. Dr Chidzonga also acknowledged the efforts of academic heads, support directorates, administrative personnel, and the visiting peer-review panels for their professional approach.
The faculty has already commenced preparations to execute the required corrective measures and submit interim quality reports within the designated timelines.