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Engineering

Higher Certificate in Civil Engineering at Berea College of Technology

Berea College of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

The Higher Certificate in Engineering in Civil Engineering (NQF 5, 145 credits) gives fundamental knowledge and practical skills in civil engineering, construction, engineering mathematics, technical drawing, surveying and materials. It prepares students for entry-level roles in construction and provides a foundation for further civil engineering study.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Department: Berea College of Technology  |  Duration: 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time or distance  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Civil engineering, construction, engineering mathematics, technical drawing, surveying and materials.

Career pathways

Construction sites assistant, junior site technician, sales assistant and surveying assistant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Higher Certificate endorsement or higher with minimum level 4 in English, minimum level 4 in Mathematics and minimum level 3 in Physical Science; or National Certificate (Vocational) with minimum 40% in English and 40% in four vocational subjects; or Senior Certificate with minimum E symbol in English, Mathematics and Physical Sciences; or Mature Age Exemption (attempted Grade 12, aged 23 or older, three years of relevant work experience, demonstrated ability and adequate communication skills).

Duration: 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time or distance

Apply through the official page: https://bereagroup.co.za/register/

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