What Makes ECST Different?
At the Engineering College of Science and Technology (ECST), we offer a South African accredited, industry-focused, 3-year Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering.
Affordable, Career-Ready Education
We believe quality higher education should be accessible. Our fees decrease each year, making your degree more affordable over time. From your second year, our flexible learning model lets you work while you study, helping you gain real-world experience.
Flexible Blended Learning Model
Designed with your career in mind, supported by dedicated Learning Support Officers:
- Year 1: Full-time, face-to-face on campus in Midrand
- Year 2: Blended learning – a mix of online and campus-based study
- Year 3: Fully online, giving you the freedom to work alongside study
Clear Pathway to International Master’s Degrees
Your ECST degree opens doors globally. After graduation, progress into an online master’s programme recognised by the UK government, or an Australian-accredited master’s programme, available online or on-campus in Australia through our sister colleges abroad.*
Hands-On, Practical Skills
Gain real engineering experience each year through workshops, projects, and assignments linked directly to industry needs. Learn to use the latest tools, simulations, software, and systems that professional engineers use every day.
Taught by Experienced Engineers
Learn from experienced engineers and industry practitioners who design the curriculum, labs, and workshops to prepare you for success as an electrical engineering technologist – with industry-driven content tailored for the real world.
Centrally Located in Midrand
Study in a prime location between Johannesburg and Pretoria, with easy access to public transport, tech hubs, and industrial zones. Perfect for students looking to network, work, and grow.
Engineering-Focused Institution
ECST is one of South Africa’s only private higher education institution exclusively focused on engineering.
*Progression depends on successful completion of the ECST degree and meeting the entry requirements of the chosen partner institution. Pathways are not guaranteed and may change. Mid-programme transfers are not recommended and may affect eligibility. For pathways involving study in Australia, progression is subject to the student being granted a visa.