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Consensus Study Report
Status of postgraduate research training in engineering in South Africa
Year of Publication : 2018
Language : en
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Abstract (English) : The aim of this study is to document and assess the status of postgraduate research training in engineering in South Africa with respect to possible systemic challenges or shortcomings.
The study was undertaken for the Department of Science and Technology (DST) by an eight-member panel appointed by the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) Council. The report commences with a situational analysis that highlights South Africa’s young and growing population, an industrial sector producing mainly low to medium-technology products, a respected tertiary education system and a government that is supporting science and technology. It further stresses the need for economic growth and international competitiveness to address the problems of poverty and unemployment, concluding that postgraduate training in engineering and active participation in research and development could play a key role in positioning South Africa as an attractive destination for participation in the global manufacturing enterprise. The need for South Africa to transition to high-technology manufacturing is emphasised.
Publisher : Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf)
Citation : Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf). (2018). Status of postgraduate research training in engineering in South Africa. https://doi.org/10.17159/assaf.2018/0032
Sponsorship : Department of Science and Technology (DST)
DOI : 10.17159/assaf.2018/0032
ISBN : 9780639941073
Peer Review Status : Peer-Reviewed
ASSAf Strategic Outcomes : Independent, authoritative and influential Scientific Advice | Scholarship support & Supporting Transformation
ASSAf Purpose : Science for Science | Science for Policy
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) : SDG 04 – Quality Education | SDG 05 – Gender Equality | SDG 08 – Decent Work and Economic Growth | SDG 09 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
DSTI Indicators : Indicator 1: Disseminated publications and journal articles
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