Random site visits and 4 weeks training at the end of the second semester, helps the students to get acquainted to and devise their career path within this field. The second year of study aims at inculcating technological and professional knowledge in the students. They also learn Managerial skills with a broad mindset regarding sustainable and green development. After completing a two months training in an engineering organization, students should complete their final year project under the supervision of academics and professionals.

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Faculty of Sustainable Development and Engineering

Diploma in Civil Engineering

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Course Overview

Random site visits and 4 weeks training at the end of the second semester, helps the students to get acquainted to and devise their career path within this field. The second year of study aims at inculcating technological and professional knowledge in the students. They also learn Managerial skills with a broad mindset regarding sustainable and green development. After completing a two months training in an engineering organization, students should complete their final year project under the supervision of academics and professionals.

Career Prospects

After completing their DUST – GC, students are apt to fill posts of Technical officers and Site Managers/ Agents in the Public and Private sectors related to Civil Engineering. From design to completion, DUST – GC holders participate actively in different phases of Building and Civil Engineering projects.

Teaching Methods

Teaching and learning takes place through lectures, tutorials, study of research papers, laboratory work, individual and group projects, site visits, seminars and industrial placement. Students are expected to spend a considerable amount of time on private independent study. Even though the main medium of instruction will be French, some modules or part of, may be taught in English. Some parts of the dissertation may also be written in English. Our aim is to train bilingual professionals who will have a definite advantage in today’s competitive and g globalized job market. On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a DUST Genie Civil.

Entry
Requirements

HSC or equivalent with at least 2 Advanced Level in Maths and Physics. Additional Advanced level Science and /or Technical subjects will be an advantage. “Brevet de Technicien (BT, BTS)” and “Baccalaureate” in Science are also accepted.

Course Structure

Semestre 1

  • Informatics, Mathematics, Expression techniques
  • Electricity, Hydraulics, Materials
  • Structural mechanics
  • Construction drawing, Topography, DAO

Semestre 2

  • Informatics, Mathematics, Expression techniques
  • Electricity, Hydraulics, Materials
  • Structural mechanics, Stability
  • Construction drawing, Topography, PPP
  • Internship

Semestre 3

  • Mathematics, Expression techniques
  • Reinforced and prestressed concrete, Materials
  • Structural mechanics, Geotechnics
  • Metallic structures, Roads, Topography
  • Organisation, Environment

Semestre 4

  • Analytical Mathematics
  • Mathematics, Expression techniques
  • Building comfort, Geotechnics, Wood structure
  • Structural mechanics, Maintenance of structures, BAP, Thermodynamics, PPP
  • Internship

Mode & Fees

Mode: Full Time (2 years) & Part Time (3 years)
Duration of Course: The diploma is of a duration of two years on a full time basis.
Fees:
Local students ( Full time and part time )
• No tuition fees
• Administrative fees : Rs 5500 / year
International students ( Full time )
• SADC countries: Rs 45000 / year
• NON SADC: Rs 80000 / year
Delivery plan & Intake: The course is run over 4 semesters (two academic years) on a full time basis and 6 semesters (three academic years) on a part time basis.
One intake per year in August

How
to Apply

In addition to a completed application form:
– A letter of motivation
– Academic Results
– Copy of your CV detailing your work history if any

Location

Available at Rose Hill Campus

Any further inquiries?

Please contact on the following email: [email protected]