Stellenbosch University
Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering Course based
The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering Course based in Engineering and Technology is offered by Stellenbosch University.
Program Length: 3 YEARS.
Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering Course based offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Facutly of Engineering
A course based Master’s Degree study programme requires a combination of course modules and a project. The nature of presentation provides practising civil engineers the opportunity of advanced study without having to take prolonged study leave. This can be achieved by means of structured studies, which culminate in the M Eng (S) Degree. This degree is offered in the following fields of specialisation:A set of course modules is compiled to provide a coherent curriculum of advanced studies in a field of specialisation. The course modules are formulated to be of an applied nature, whilst developing a high level of conceptual thinking. The project should demonstrate the ability of the candidate to solve problems in the chosen field of specialisation by synthesis and/or the application of one or more of the concepts in an innovative and practical manner.
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Pavement Engineering
- Port and Coastal Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
STUDY PROGRAMME
The programme for the M Eng (S) Degree requires the successful completion of course modules and a project. The project contributes to the final mark relative to its credit weight. The academic weight of the programme comprises 1800 hours (180 SAQA credits) of high level effective study, of which at most 66.7% (120 SAQA credits) is devoted to course modules and the remaining minimum of 33.3% (60 SAQA credits) to the project.
The majority of course modules are presented in block format facilitating part-time studies towards the M Eng (S) Degree. A maximum study period of 4 years is allowed. It is possible to accelerate the part-time programme by spending more time on attending courses. Partial full-time study or the parallel completion of the project can reduce the total duration of the programme. However, a candidate must be registered for the M Eng (S) programme for at least one full year in order to be awarded the Degree.
Course modules are generally presented in a three-year cycle. Some modules will be presented in a twoyear cycle in order to provide some flexibility. In the Water Engineering Division, courses will be presented only on an ad hoc basis to satisfy the demand from industry, on other words not for credit purposes. (Courses in Port and Coastal Engineering may be an exception here.)
Individual modules are developed in such a way that pre-requisites are limited to the minimum. It is therefore possible to enter the programme at any time. In a few cases consecutive modules will be presented within one year.
Applicants must indicate a preferred field of specialisation. Before commencing with the coursework, a study leader will be appointed by the Departmental Chairman, in co-operation with the Head of the Division within which the candidate’s preferred field of focus lies. At the start of the study programme, the candidate and the study leader will make an appropriate selection of course modules, to be approved by the Divisional Head.
In order to facilitate planning in advance, the provisional schedule for course modules over the next three years is provided.
