New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electrical)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 6 |
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About the course
Make the most of your problem solving skills, knack for numbers and attention to detail with the UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Engineering, and pursue a career as a qualified engineering technician in a wide range of high-tech industries.
Quick info
Level: 6
Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Duration: 2 years full-time (41 weeks)
Part-time options available.
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Dates:
Y1 & Y2: 17 Feb 2025 – 28 Nov 2025
Domestic Fees: *
Y1: $7,718.00 Y2: $7,718.00
Scholarship info
Find out if you're eligible for fees-free study
International Fees:*
Y1: $29,734.00 Y2: $29,734.00
Additional Fees
Compulsory course costs may apply.
* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.
The UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Engineering will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to become a qualified Engineering Technician. You will study the principles and practices for the design and development of electrical engineering used in the power supply industry.
This 2-year programme is an excellent foundation for further study, provides you with the skills employees are looking for, and gives you the option to kick-start your career as an engineering technician.
Highly sought by employers, an engineering technician deals with engineering problems and activities that require knowledge and the use of analytical techniques and procedures. To get started in this career, you can apply for Emerging Professional membership with Engineering New Zealand (ENZ). You can also gain recognition of your Diploma of Engineering qualification if you live in other areas of the world that are part of the Dublin Accord. The Dublin Accord is an agreement for the international recognition of Engineering Technician qualifications and is currently offered in Australia, Canada, Ireland, Korea, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States.
By attaining the UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) you are eligible to apply for certification as an Engineering Technologist. This specialist Diploma is accredited by NZQA and the Dublin Accord. So, you can be both nationally and internationally recognised to begin your career.
Gaining this qualification opens up fantastic job opportunities for you both in New Zealand and overseas in the electrical and power industries.
About the provider
UCOL in its many forms has been part of the community for more than a century. We are a proud example of a successful Institute of Technology and Polytechnic. We have a rich heritage and much to contribute to the future of vocational learning.
When you study with UCOL you’re much more than a number. We take the time to get to know you, to understand who you are. By sharing your strengths and what you want to achieve, we can truly help you get to where you want to be.
At UCOL, we’re here to support you all the way. Studying can be a challenge, we get that.
Study takes commitment, which, together with a learning style that suits you and the support you need, is a very powerful combination. At UCOL we encourage resilience and build self-confidence while you learn - providing our students with even greater opportunities.
As a student studying on or off campus, you can expect to learn skills and gain knowledge that sets you on your way. Gaining a qualification is a wonderful achievement that is earned, not given. We encourage you to stay in touch and make life-long learning a part of your journey. Ultimately, we want you to find your own place, whatever that may mean for you.
Our networks with local employers go beyond one-way exchanges, we value meaningful connections that are mutually beneficial. These relationships keep our education grounded, our programmes relevant, and job opportunities real. Our approach is truly collaborative.
UCOL graduates are well-rounded and possess the skills and values employers are looking. They are valued members of their local community. With campuses in Palmerston North, Whanganui, Wairarapa and Horowhenua, and various delivery locations, we’re well known throughout the central and lower North Island.
Being close to our communities is a vital part of who we are. We strive to deepen connections and help our communities to grow and prosper. We aspire to build positive, meaningful relationships that benefit our students and graduates. That is why we exist.