Cape Peninsula University of Technology campus

Engineering

Doctor of Engineering in Civil Engineering at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

The purpose of this programme is to develop the competence to conduct independent research under minimal guidance in the field of civil engineering. Such research should contribute significantly to the body of knowledge through the understanding, application and evaluation of existing knowledge. The research problem, including its justification, process and outcome, is reported in a dissertation and in scientific publications that comply with the generally accepted norms for research at this level. Offering type listed: FULL-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS; PART-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment  |  Department: Civil Engineering and Geomatics  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Subjects listed on the programme page include Research Project & Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates of this programme follow a career in research and development in industry or may be employed at research institutes. They are also employed in teaching and research positions at higher education institutions.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

• A level 9 Masters qualification in Civil Engineering or related field. Prospective postgraduate students for full thesis studies must first find a provisional research topic or research area, and possible supervisor. For information on fields / areas of study and Supervisors go to: Research Areas and Supervisors (https://www.cput.ac.za/study/research-areas-and-supervisors) Acceptance is dependent on a supervisor being available for the specific field of study, as well as space / equipment availability - the student should consult with the department before submitting their application.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Doctoral applications for 2027 close on 15 March 2027 for national and international applicants. Applicants must first identify a research topic and available supervisor.

The application fee is R110 (non-refundable); the late application fee is R160. A deposit of R1,750 is payable on acceptance and a registration fee of R785 applies.

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