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Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)

Bachelor

Dreaming of a career in civil engineering? Gain advanced knowledge of a specialist area within engineering: environmental, geotechnical, water, roading and transportation or structural engineering.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$6,700 per year

International Fees

$30,377 per year

About this course

Develop the skills for a career as a Civil Engineer in this three year (full-time) Bachelor's programme. Specialise in environmental, geotechnical, water, roading and transportation, or structural engineering. Learn to make informed decisions about civil engineering projects, and apply technology to solve practical engineering problems. Explore computer-modelling techniques, civil engineering project management, engineering materials and structures, and construction practices.

There are 5 pathways within the Civil major:

Structural engineering: design, construction, and supervision of buildings and other structures

Water engineering: design and construction of water supply, wastewater or stormwater systems, analyse river catchment systems, hydrology and erosion management, and urban drainage systems

Geotechnical engineering: analysis, design and construction of foundations, slopes, earthworks structures and retaining walls

Roading and transportation engineering: design, construction and maintenance of roads, traffic engineering and urban transportation studies.

Environmental engineering: including fundamentals of environmental engineering, the sensitive environment, and resource and environmental management

Highlights

Get qualified in 3 years (full-time) and into employment sooner.

A nationally-recognised engineering qualification.

Approved under a New Zealand-wide framework for three-year engineering degrees

Accredited by Engineering New Zealand. On completion of this programme, combined with a period of work experience, you'll be eligible to apply for membership of Engineering New Zealand.

Internationally recognised under the Sydney Accord

Five different pathways: environmental, geotechnical, water, roading and transportation, or structural

Strong links with the engineering industry

Small classes: the average class size is just 35-60 students

Cross-credits from the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) available

Qualification pathway

Well-prepared students have the best chance of success in their studies, so we've put together a free online guide you can use to refresh and sharpen some of the skills you'll need in this programme

Cross-credits from the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) are available.

If English is not your first language, please be aware that to enter this programme you'll need to have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years, such as IELTS. This applies to both new students and progressing students (including NZDE graduates).

Entry requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

A minimum of 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher on the National Qualifications Framework, with at least 3 'C' passes in the New Zealand University Bursaries Examinations;
- A minimum of 14 credits at Level 3 in Physics and
- A minimum of 14 credits at Level 3 in Mathematics (including Algebra and calculus); and
- A minimum of 14 credits at Level 3 in one other subject from the list of approved NZQA UE subjects and
- A minimum of 18 credits at Level 3 or higher taken from no more than two additional subjects from the approved subjects listed at NZQA;
Successful completion of New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
Equivalent academic qualifications may include:
- University Bursary with 45% or more in both Physics and Calculus or Algebra or
- Equivalent Cambridge score; or
- Equivalent International Baccalaureate

And meet one of the English entry requirements;

University Entrance Literacy: 10 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (5 in Reading, 5 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 552 KB)

International students Academic requirements

As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the below;

Successful completion of New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement;

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6 with writing and speaking scores no less than 6.0 and reading and listening bands no less than 5.5 or
University Entrance Literacy: 10 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (5 in Reading, 5 in Writing) or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 552 KB)

Study locations

Mt Albert

Career pathways

- Civil engineer (design) - Civil engineering project and/or construction manager - Geotechnical engineer - Roading-transportation engineer - Structural engineer - Water/environmental engineer

Unitec Institute of Technology