Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)

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 Well-prepared students have the best chance of success in their studies, so we've put together a you can use to refresh and sharpen some of the skills you'll need in this programme Cross-credits from the 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 . This applies to both new students and progressing students (including NZDE graduates).

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 Māori (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.