BEngTech (Civil Engineering)

Nelson Mandela University

BEngTech (Civil Engineering)

Programme Overview:

Civil Engineering focuses on the design, construction and maintenance of infrastructure within the built and natural environments, including roads, bridges, canals, dams, sewerage systems, water and storm water pipelines and structural components of buildings.

Faculty:

Faculty of EngineeringFaculty of the Built Environment and Technology

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 3 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BEng Tech)

Department:

Department of Civil Engineering

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

–

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum statutory NSC requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 60%. • Physical Sciences or Technical Science – 50%. Alternatively: A Higher Certificate in Mechatronics Engineering, or Higher Certificate in Renewable Energy Engineering as awarded by Nelson Mandela University, with an average of 60% or above and a minimum of 60% for Mathematics (MAT1011).

Career opportunities:

Civil Engineering Technologists are required locally and internationally within public and private sectors such as governmental agencies, municipalities, construction companies and consultants. Their work may include aspects of public works such as transportation, water treatment, government buildings, public facilities, airports and train stations, and other large-scale private construction projects.

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