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Study Civil Engineering in South Africa 🇿🇦

South Africa offers 21 Civil Engineering programs across 12 universities. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

21 Programs
12 Universities
100% STEM

Why South Africa for Civil Engineering?

Living Cost

$6,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (13) Master (5) PhD (2) Diploma (1)

Top Universities for Civil Engineering in South Africa

UJ Graduate School of Architecture

Johannesburg · National rank #1 · QS #312

PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD
University of Cape Town

Cape Town · National rank #1 · QS #150

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Master Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch · National rank #2 · QS #302

BEng in Civil Engineering · Bachelor
University of KwaZulu-Natal

Durban · National rank #4 · QS #558

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil) · Bachelor
Walter Sisulu University

Mthatha · National rank #5

B.Tech: Civil Engineering (Transportation Engineering or Water Engineering) · Bachelor Diploma in Civil Engineering · Diploma
Nelson Mandela University

Port Elizabeth · National rank #9

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Tshwane University of Technology

Pretoria · National rank #12

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Durban University of Technology

Durban · National rank #14

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Cape Town · National rank #15

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Master Bachelor of Science in Construction Management · Bachelor
Vaal University of Technology

Vanderbijlpark · National rank #19

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (Civil) · PhD Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Master
Central University of Technology

Bloemfontein · National rank #20

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Master Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Mangosuthu University of Technology

Umlazi · National rank #24

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering · Bachelor Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Master Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering · Bachelor

All Programs

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering

Mangosuthu University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

BEng in Civil Engineering

Stellenbosch University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil)

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bachelor STEM

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering

Vaal University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (Civil)

Vaal University of Technology

PhD STEM

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Vaal University of Technology

Master STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

UJ Graduate School of Architecture

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering

Tshwane University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Central University of Technology

Master STEM

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering

University of Cape Town

Master STEM

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Nelson Mandela University

Bachelor STEM

B.Tech: Civil Engineering (Transportation Engineering or Water Engineering)

Walter Sisulu University

Bachelor STEM

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Walter Sisulu University

Diploma STEM

Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering

Mangosuthu University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Mangosuthu University of Technology

Master STEM

Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering

Mangosuthu University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering

Durban University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

University of Cape Town

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering

Central University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Civil Engineering in South Africa?
Tuition for Civil Engineering programs in South Africa varies by university. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $6k.
What are the English language requirements for Civil Engineering in South Africa?
English-taught Civil Engineering programs in South Africa typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Civil Engineering programs are in South Africa?
Abroadly lists 21 Civil Engineering programs at 12 universities across South Africa. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Civil Engineering programs in South Africa STEM-designated?
100% of Civil Engineering programs in South Africa carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is South Africa a good country for Civil Engineering students?
South Africa is a strong choice for Civil Engineering with 12 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English.
What degree levels are available for Civil Engineering in South Africa?
In South Africa, Civil Engineering programs are offered at: Bachelor (13 programs), Master (5 programs), PhD (2 programs), Diploma (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.