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About CIV

The Department of Civil Engineering (CIV) is dedicated to preparing students for successful careers in the field of civil engineering. With a comprehensive curriculum and a focus on practical applications, CIV offers undergraduate and graduate programs that equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, construct, and maintain infrastructure systems.

Through coursework, laboratory experiments, and real-world projects, students in CIV gain expertise in areas such as structural engineering, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, and environmental engineering. Our faculty, comprised of experienced professionals and researchers, provide mentorship and guidance to ensure students receive a well-rounded education and stay updated with the latest industry practices and technological advancements.

Our Programs

Undergraduate

B.Eng in Civil Engineering

Career Opportunities

Job Market

This programs equips you with a diverse skill set that can be applied to various career paths like:

Civil engineer

Structural engineer

Transportation engineer

Geotechnical engineer

Environmental engineer

Entry requirements

Embarking in engineering Studies begins with meeting our admissions requirements. We seek passionate individuals committed to mastering engineering , understanding dynamics, and embracing cultural diversity. Below are the entry requirements for our program:

First Degree Courses


The GCE O/L, with passes in four approved subjects before sitting the GCE A/L

One of the following requirements in the GCE A/L

  • Two GCE/AL passes at the same sitting.
  • Baccalauréat C, D, E or Baccalaureat F4 or GCE A/Level in at least two of the following subjects (Pure Maths, Further Maths , Applied Maths, Physics)
  • Brevet de Technicien in Wood Work Specialty
  • B.Prof or DIPET II in Civil Engineering, B.Sc in Mathematics, Physics and any related field
  • HND or BTS in CED, DIPET 1 or any other recognized equivalent Certificate

Individual departments may impose additional and specific requirements.

Students whose language of instruction was not English, will be required to pass a prescribed English Language test unless they have completed the Special Intensive English Language Course.

Applicants are informed that for Classical programs, the registration fee paid is as defined by the Ministry of Higher Education while for Professional programs an additional tuition fee as defined by the respective faculties may also apply.

Masters and PhD Courses


Hold a good Bachelor’s and or Masters’s degree in a relevant discipline.

With the increasing focus on environmental sustainability, there is also a growing demand for civil engineers who specialize in green infrastructure and sustainable design practices.

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