Bachelor of Applied Technology – Automotive Engineering
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Keep pace with advances in automotive technology and find out how international trends affect national decisions about automotive applications.
Learn about transport efficiency, sustainability issues, vehicle systems diagnosis, and how to manage industry disruption.
Develop an in-depth understanding of what it takes to be socially responsible and innovative, and gain the skills to confidently apply your knowledge in a wide range of situations. Develop entrepreneurial skills to run business operations and manage projects within vehicle service industries. You’ll also improve your communication and problem-solving skills.
Highlights
- Critically learn to manage disruptive technology
- Analyze, compare, and contrast existing automotive systems, and update them where applicable
- Access to multiple well-equipped specialist workshops and laboratories internal combustion engine, including hybrid and electrical vehicles
- Access to a range of vehicle diagnostic tools for project work
- Develop entrepreneurial skills to identify business opportunities
- Undertake a major industry project in the final year where you can make valuable contacts for your future career in the automotive industry
- Analyse industry practices as a part of the learning experience
- Learn from teaching staff who are highly experienced, industry-connected, and research-active
Qualification pathway
Once you’ve successfully completed this programme you’ll receive the qualification as Bachelor of Applied Technology and graduates may also further your studies in our Graduate Business programme, Masters programmes
Career Options
- Automotive Product Manager
- Automotive Trainer
- Sports Vehicle Technician
- Vehicle Business Owner
- Vehicle Inspector
- Vehicle Service Advisor
- Vehicle Service Center Operations Manager
- Vehicle Service Technician
- Vehicle Service Technician
- Warranty and Insurance Claim Officer
Annual Tuition Fees
Domestic/NZ students
$7,800
(Approximate fees only - includes GST but excludes the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) levy. Your final study costs depends on a number of factors including the courses you select to study. View options for funding your study and fees-free eligibility)
International students
$26,415 (NZD) (approximate fees for 120 credits) Save upto $2,000 (NZD) with Unitec International Study Grant 2026.Terms and conditions apply.
Semester Dates
Sem 1 2026: 23 Feb – 28 Jun
Sem 2 2026: 20 Jul – 22 Nov
For course and class timings, refer to the specific course webpage.
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Entry requirements
You must have completed the following:
- Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering; Or
- A comparable qualification in a relevant discipline or as approved by the Academic Leader
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
- University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Māori (4 in Reading, 4 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. Applyonline, and we’ll be in touch about your next steps.
- If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply
About the provider
Unitec is New Zealand’s largest institute of technology offering a wide range of work-oriented programmes and short courses. We offer leading employment-focused education at our two campuses in Mt. Albert, and Waitākere. At Unitec we think the traditional view of spending hours in a lecture theatre is out-dated. And that's why we approach learning differently. With our unique combination of world-class theory and hands-on experience, you'll get the skills to meet the changing needs of employers. And because our tutors are industry-based, they know what it takes to make it in the real world. We offer a friendly and diverse learning environment with flexible study programmes, lots of support, and hands-on experience to build the skills you need for your career and your future.