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BSc Civil Engineering in the UK for South African Students — 2026

Complete guide to studying BSc Civil Engineering in the UK as a South African student. Find UKVI-approved universities, entry requirements, fees, and how to apply.

Duration
3-4 years
Annual Fees
£13,000–£20,000
Min. IELTS
5.5
Level
BSc
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Entry Requirements for South African Students

Academic Requirements

A-levels, WAEC, NECO or equivalent — usually 3 passes
GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
Academic transcripts and degree certificate
Two academic reference letters

English Language

IELTS Academic: minimum overall band 5.5
PTE Academic: equivalent score accepted
Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
IELTS waiver may apply if previous study was in English
South Africa English-medium institutions often qualify for waiver

UK Universities Offering BSc Civil Engineering

All are UKVI-approved and regularly admit South African students.

University of Bolton
✓ Accepting South African students
University of Wolverhampton
✓ Accepting South African students
Coventry University
✓ Accepting South African students
Anglia Ruskin University
✓ Accepting South African students
University of East London
✓ Accepting South African students
London South Bank University
✓ Accepting South African students
University of Sunderland
✓ Accepting South African students
Staffordshire University
✓ Accepting South African students
University of Derby
✓ Accepting South African students
Canterbury Christ Church
✓ Accepting South African students
London School of Excellence
✓ Accepting South African students
De Montfort University
✓ Accepting South African students

UK Student Visa for South African Students

To study BSc Civil Engineering in the UK, South African students need a UK Student Visa (formerly Tier 4). Once you receive your CAS from a UKVI-approved university, you can apply for your visa from South Africa.

Financial Requirement
£1,334/month for London (£1,023 outside London) × course length + tuition fees
Processing Time
3–8 weeks from visa application submission
Post-Study Work
2 years Graduate Route visa after graduation (3 years for PhD)
Dependants
You can bring your spouse and children if studying at degree level

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