Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering (Part-time) at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The MEng in Civil Engineering with a focal area in Structural Engineering is a coursework programme on the Stellenbosch campus. It covers large modern buildings, bridges and similar infrastructure, including structural analysis and computational mechanics, concrete and steel structures, and building materials with emphasis on concrete technology and masonry, with experimental and numerical facilities available. Part-time enrolment requires approval from the departmental chairperson, who must be satisfied that the applicant is a bona fide part-time student.

Faculty: Engineering | Department: Civil Engineering | Duration: Two years | Intake: South African applications close 31 Jan 2027; international applications close 31 Oct 2026 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Coursework MEng (Structured) of 180 NQF level 9 credits: a research assignment of at least 60 and fewer than 90 credits, required modules prescribed by the department chairperson for the balance, and possibly supplementary modules, offered in semester or block format. Typical research themes: digital construction and 3D printing of concrete; life-cycle optimisation and risk-informed decisions; structural health monitoring; reliability calibration of design codes; advanced cement-based materials; structural dynamics and seismic behaviour; fibre and textile reinforced concrete; sustainable building materials; early-age and durability properties of concrete.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Faculty of Engineering MEng (Structured): applicants must hold at least a BEng, a BScHons, another relevant four-year bachelor's degree, an MTech or a PGDip (Eng); or other academic qualifications and appropriate experience approved by the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the department chairperson. Selection is by the home department and is competitive; meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. A CV with three referees and the departmental form are required.

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The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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