Bachelor of Engineering Technology

About the programme

Are you a hands-on kind of person who enjoys planning and problem-solving?

Use those strengths to help shape your future within the Engineering industry.

Accredited by Engineering New Zealand, this programme meets the standards required for the Dublin and Sydney international Engineering accords – meaning it’s highly respected and recognised nationally and internationally!

It will prepare you to become an Engineering Technologist and you can specialise in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering. 

Engineering Technologists are in high demand around the world for their skills and experience in combining engineering theory with the applied and practical components required in a range of industries. With hard work and a responsible attitude, you could set your sights on project management or consultancy roles in your particular fields.

During this hands-on programme, you'll gain skills in management, economics, communications, problem-solving and critical thinking, while developing a deep understanding of the principles and practical application of modern technology in your area of specialisation. You'll have the chance to take part in a significant industry-based project in your final year to gain valuable experience within the workplace.

Studying part-time

We know full-time study isn't always possible. You can study this programme part-time over six years (this can be flexible) and can start in February or July. It may also be possible to start the full-time programme in July if you have previous engineering experience, have done prior engineering study or with approval from the Head of School. Please email [email protected] to see if this pathway would be right for you.

Want your existing skills recognised?

If you have work experience and skills in this area, you may be able to complete an independent learning pathway to achieve this qualification in a shorter timeframe through our assessment of prior learning centre, Capable NZ.

We currently offer a 10 month full-time / 18-20 month part-time distance learning option.

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Entry

Entry requirements

• NCEA Level 3
  • Three subjects at Level 3 including:
    • Physics with a minimum of 14 credits
    • Calculus with a minimum of 14 credits, and
    • one other subject with a minimum of 14 credits from the list of NZQA-approved subjects, and
  • 10 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above, made up of:
    • 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing, and
  • 10 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above, made up of:
    • specified achievement standards available through a range of subjects OR
    • package of three numeracy unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627- all three required)
• OR equivalent qualifications (may include University Bursary with 45% or more in both Physics and Calculus or Algebra, equivalent Cambridge score or equivalent International Baccalaureate).
• If you are a school leaver or adult applicant with equivalent experience who does not meet all of the entry criteria, you may be given provisional entry at the discretion of the Head of College where it is considered that you have a reasonable chance of succeeding in this qualification.
• If English is not your first language, you must provide:
  • New Zealand University Entrance OR
  • Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years)
    • Writing band 6.0
    • Speaking band 6.0
    • Reading band 5.5
    • Listening band 5.5, OR
  • Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for NZQA proficiency table and here for list of recognised proficiency tests).

If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.

Selection process

Eligible applicants will be selected using the entry criteria. If the number of applications exceeds the number of places, applicants will be placed on to a waiting list in the order that they applied.     

Want your existing skills recognised?

If you have work experience and skills in this area, you may be able to complete an independent learning pathway to achieve this qualification in a shorter timeframe through our assessment of prior learning centre, Capable NZ.

We currently offer a 10 month full-time / 18-20 month part-time distance learning option.

Find out more >