Program Overview

PhD in Civil Engineering

The PhD in Civil Engineering is a postgraduate program offered by the Department of Civil Engineering Science, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment.

General

• Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
• Department: Department of Civil Engineering Science
• Programme Level: Postgraduate
• Programme Name: PhD in Civil Engineering
• Programme Code: P6C03Q
• Medium of Facilitation: Part-time, Full-time
• NQF Level: 10
• NQF Credits: 360
• SAQA: 96969
• Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
• Application End Date: 5 February 2026
• Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway
• Duration of Study: 2 Years Full-time and 5 Years Part-Time

Purpose

The purpose of the qualification is to develop an engineer with advanced abilities in applying fundamental engineering sciences and design and synthesis, and related principles independently to specific problems of society at large. One of the main objectives in this process is to develop an advanced capability to conduct fundamental engineering research of an original nature. It also promotes a lifelong learning approach and an aptitude for training other students in similar fields.

Admission Requirements

• An approved master's degree in Engineering or a similar approved degree at master's level.

Selection Process

Final admission to the programme will only be granted after successful presentation of a research seminar six months after enrolment. Research topics must also be accepted and approved by the supervisors in the Faculty and finally by the Senate or Executive Committee of the Senate of the University.

Programme Fees

• The programme fees are not specified in the provided context.

UJ Faculties

The University of Johannesburg comprises several faculties, including:

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)
• Faculty of Art, Design And Architecture