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Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment

NQF level8Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering develops knowledge and practical capability in engineering design, scientific analysis and technology-based problem-solving. Students build analytical, communication and problem-solving skills through theory and applied learning. Exact modules and practical components vary by institution and study year.

Course content

What you may study

Mathematics; engineering sciences; design; technical drawing or modelling; computing; laboratories; projects; and discipline-specific engineering practice. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

EnglishLevel 4 · 50%NSC Degree/Bachelors Pass with:- English 4 and Maths 4/ Technical Maths 5 and Phys Sci 4/ Technical Sci 5 and three 20 credit subjects (not more than one lang) 4
MathematicsLevel 4 · 50%NSC Degree/Bachelors Pass with:- English 4 and Maths 4/ Technical Maths 5 and Phys Sci 4/ Technical Sci 5 and three 20 credit subjects (not more than one lang) 4
Technical MathematicsLevel 5 · 60%NSC Degree/Bachelors Pass with:- English 4 and Maths 4/ Technical Maths 5 and Phys Sci 4/ Technical Sci 5 and three 20 credit subjects (not more than one lang) 4
Physical SciencesLevel 4 · 50%NSC Degree/Bachelors Pass with:- English 4 and Maths 4/ Technical Maths 5 and Phys Sci 4/ Technical Sci 5 and three 20 credit subjects (not more than one lang) 4
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Admission

Other admission conditions

See page 9 of the linked official prospectus.

Further study

Possible study paths

Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. Advanced or postgraduate study in the same engineering discipline, engineering management or a related specialisation, subject to academic results and professional requirements.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Engineering technologist; design engineer; project technician; production specialist; consulting professional; or technical manager, depending on the discipline and professional registration.

Study locations

Available campuses

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UrbanSteve Biko CampusDurban, KwaZulu-NatalView campus
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