Civil engineering is a vital field in South Africa, contributing significantly to the country’s infrastructure development.
Career opportunities in civil engineering are abundant, ranging from designing roads, bridges, and buildings to managing large-scale construction projects.
Civil engineers are also crucial in addressing challenges such as water management, waste disposal, and environmental sustainability.
Career Opportunities in Civil Engineering
The field offers a diverse range of career paths, including:
- Structural Engineer
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Transportation Engineer
- Water Resources Engineer
- Environmental Engineer
- Project Manager
Fields of Study
To become a civil engineer in South Africa, you typically need a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
Some universities also offer specialized postgraduate degrees in areas like structural engineering or geotechnical engineering.
Additionally, gaining practical experience through internships or entry-level positions can be beneficial for career advancement.
Civil Engineering Bursaries
These are bursaries and scholarships that fund Civil Engineering studies:
Anglo American Platinum Bursary
AWS Skills Development Bursary
Bergrivier Municipality Bursary
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
Chris Hani District Municipality Bursary
Department of Public Works Bursary
Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality Bursary
Drakenstein Municipality Bursary
Eastern Cape Department of Transport Bursary
Emalahleni Local Municipality Bursary
eThekwini Municipality Bursary
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure Bursary
Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
Emadlangeni Municipality Bursary
Engcobo Local Municipality Bursary
Ephraim Mogale Local Municipality Bursary
iSimangaliso Wetland Park Bursary
KwaDukuza Municipality Bursary
KwaZulu-Natal Government Bursaries
Langeberg Municipality Bursary
Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary
Masakh’iSizwe (Department of Transport and Public Works) Bursary
Master Builders Association Western Cape (MBAWC) Bursary
Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA) Bursary
Musina Local Municipality Bursary
Ndwedwe Local Municipality Bursary
Nkangala District Municipality Bursary
Prince Albert Municipality Bursary
Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RBIDZ) Bursary
Saldanha Bay Municipality Bursary
SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-cdt) Bursary
South African Forestry Company Limited (SAFCOL) Bursary
Stefanutti Stocks Bursary
Steve Tshwete Local Municipality Bursary
TCTA (Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority) Bursary
The Msunduzi Municipality Bursary
Tiber Construction Bursary
TOTAL Bursary
V3 Consulting Engineers Bursary
West Coast District Municipality Bursary
WK Construction Bursary