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Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering

The Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering builds practical skills in surveying, structural and geotechnical basics, construction methods, project planning, and quality and safety management. Graduates can work as civil engineering technicians, site engineers, CAD/drafting officers, or project coordinators in infrastructure and construction. The programme supports strong demand, good earning potential, and progression to top-up degrees.

Duration

12 months

Credits

240 credits

Assessment

Assignment based

Modules

16

Programme overview

Build knowledge for your next academic or career move

The Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering builds practical skills in surveying, structural and geotechnical basics, construction methods, project planning, and quality and safety management. Graduates can work as civil engineering technicians, site engineers, CAD/drafting officers, or project coordinators in infrastructure and construction. The programme supports strong demand, good earning potential, and progression to top-up degrees.

Entry requirements

Who can apply

GCE A/L with two passes, or an IVQ Level 4 in a relevant subject, or an NVQ Level 4 in a relevant subject. C I V I L C I V I L C I V I L

What you will study

Programme modules

1

Introduction to Civil Engineering

2

Engineering Mathematics and Calculus

3

Engineering Mechanics

4

Materials Science for Construction

5

Surveying and Geometrics

6

Construction Technology and Methods

7

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Basics

8

Structural Analysis and Design

9

Geotechnical Engineering

10

Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics

11

Highway and Transportation Engineering

12

Construction Project Management

13

Environmental Engineering in Civil Projects

14

Structural Dynamics & Earthquake Engineering

15

Ethics & Regulations in Civil Engineering

16

Individual Project

Fees and instalments

Payment information

Total programme fee

LKR 200,000

Initial payment

LKR 75,000

Instalment 1LKR 25,000

Instalment 2LKR 25,000

Instalment 3LKR 25,000

Instalment 4LKR 25,000

Instalment 5LKR 25,000

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