NWU Faculty of Engineering

03/06/2026

🎉 A New Chapter for Engineering Education Begins! 🎉

The Faculty of Engineering, in collaboration with Ferdinand Postma High School, is proud to celebrate the opening of the new Xcel Campus on the Ferdinand Postma school grounds.

The Xcel Programme offers a valuable second chance to talented students who aspire to study engineering but did not initially meet the admission requirements. Through intensive Mathematics and Physical Science tuition, combined with practical subjects such as Computer Aided Design, Programming, Project Management and Academic Literacy, students are equipped with the skills, confidence and foundation needed to succeed in engineering studies.

The new facilities will enable the programme to accommodate more students than ever before, expanding opportunities for future engineers and helping them turn their dreams into reality.

By investing in potential and providing a pathway to success, the Xcel Programme continues to transform lives, one student at a time. We look forward to witnessing the achievements of the next generation of engineers as they begin their journey on this exciting new campus.



For more information visit:
https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/xcel-programme

01/06/2026

FYA: Grade 12's, teachers, parents/guardians!!!
🚀Applications for our 2027 Engineering Programmes are now officially OPEN!

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to take the first step toward a rewarding career in engineering. We are looking for passionate, innovative, and driven future engineers who are ready to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Join a team that values excellence, development, and innovation. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of talent and expanding our family of future engineers.

Apply now and start building your future with us!

🔍https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/
🔍https://studies.nwu.ac.za/undergraduate-studies/application

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29/05/2026

🔙 Flashback Friday | Hands on learning in action

With the first week of exams now completed, let’s take a look back at some of the practical learning experiences that took place within the NWU Faculty of Engineering this semester.

Final year Industrial Engineering students took on a practical Facilities Design challenge as part of the INGB417 module.

Preparing to make 10 sets is one thing, but producing 2 000 per day is quite another. And when the challenge becomes producing 40 000 per day as a group, everything has to be rethought.

From building functional assembly stations for boxed tangram sets with logical flow, effective space utilisation, storage and efficiency, students experienced firsthand the interaction between production process design and facility design.

Practical experiences like these sharpen problem solving, boost engineering insight and prepare students for the complex systems and projects that lie ahead.

At the NWU Faculty of Engineering, learning goes beyond the classroom.

29/05/2026

Thank you 🤝
We sincerely appreciate Eskom’s visit to our faculty yesterday morning, to check in on our students awarded Eskom bursaries. Their support and continued engagement motivate students and highlight your commitment to their academic success and future growth.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our Bursary Office staff for their dedication and facilitation in creating and strengthening these valuable connections between industry and students. Your efforts continue to make a meaningful impact in supporting student success and professional development.

Claudie Kroese Angie Danster Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Department of Basic Education South Africa NWU - North-West University

28/05/2026

New Impact Action Podcast episode released!📸🏥

In this episode of The Impact Action Podcast, we explore Healthcare Systems Engineering and how engineering, data science and human centred systems thinking ...

27/05/2026

⚙️ Innovation, collaboration and engineering impact on display ⚙️

Today, the NWU Faculty of Engineering’s Industry and Community Engagement and teams attended the official launch of the North West Innovation Hub in Potchefstroom.

The event provided an exciting platform to engage with industry partners, build new connections and showcase some of the innovative projects and developments currently taking shape within the Faculty of Engineering.

As spaces such as the North West Innovation Hub continue to grow, so too do the opportunities for collaboration, technology development and meaningful impact. The Faculty remains committed to driving innovation, strengthening industry partnerships and contributing towards solutions that shape the future.

26/05/2026

26/05/2026

Factory floor final-year vibes! 🏭

On 19 May 2026, our final-year Industrial Engineering class went on an exciting site visit to the BIC manufacturing facility and Ithemba Outsourcing!

Instead of just reading textbooks, students got to see Facilities Design in action. They watched how production processes shape a factory floor, how capacity planning keeps up with demand, and how smart layouts create a smooth workflow.

It was also eye-opening to see how real-world management policies drive big strategic decisions on the floor.

Huge thanks to BIC and Ithemba Outsourcing for an incredible day of learning!

25/05/2026

It’s a wrap!😅🤲🏾👌🏽

Over the weekend, we successfully concluded the NWU series of 2026 Open Days at our Mahikeng Campus. Thank you to every learner, parent, educator, and stakeholder who joined us on this exciting journey of discovery and opportunity.

To the future engineers and innovators who will help shape and change the world for the better, we look forward to welcoming you to the NWU community. 💜

We appreciate the energy, engagement, and enthusiasm shown throughout the series. The future is bright, and it starts here.

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25/05/2026

As exam season begins, the NWU Faculty of Engineering wishes all our students the very best.

Remember that every late night, challenge and problem solved has been part of your journey toward becoming the engineer you aspire to be.

Stay focused, trust your preparation and give it your best.

“The greater the difficulty, the more glory in surmounting it.” Isambard Kingdom Brunel

And remember, coffee may not solve every engineering problem, but it certainly helps with the calculations.

Good luck with the exams. We are proud to be part of your journey.