university of cape town civil engineering

The Department of Civil Engineering’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes meet the best university standards and are offered by highly qualified and experienced academic and support staff.

Undergraduate studies

The department offers a fully integrated undergraduate civil engineering programme comprising up-to-date courses in all the traditional branches of civil engineering, such as structures, steel and concrete materials, geotechnics, hydraulics, water supply, wastewater treatment and transportation. UCT’s Bachelor of Science (Eng) degree in Civil Engineering is fully accredited with the Engineering Council of South Africa.

Postgraduate studies

The Civil Engineering Department offers a wide range of postgraduate studies which are usually linked to the research fields in which the Department is currently active. Masters degree programmes are offered which comprise different levels of research versus course work, thus allowing students to educate themselves according to their particular strengths and career choices. Postgraduate courses vary in duration from one year to three years. Some courses are offered during the University semesters while others are offered during a block week.

Research

Excellent opportunities for research and postgraduate studies exist in the fields of: Hydraulics and Urban Drainage, Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Materials, Transport Planning, Urban Engineering and Management, Water Chemistry, and Waste Water Treatment.

Admission requirements