Course details

Bachelor of Applied Technology – Electrotechnology
NZQF Level 7

About the course

Keep pace with the rapid advances in technology, as well as the technical, business and interpersonal skills required in the field of electrical and electronic technology. This programme will help you to discover what it takes to develop and service electrical and electronics equipment. You'll also learn how to extend your technical, business and interpersonal skills to be able to critically evaluate, problem solve, and work cross-functionally to prepare for supervisory and/or management roles. Upon graduating from this programme, you'll have a good understanding of the industry, and would have gained transferable skills and confidence in management and problem solving. You'll also be able to use conceptual thinking and innovative technology practice to provide effective industry solutions. There are highly desirable skills and knowledge sought after in the industry, which means that your learnings from this programme could lead to career progression, creative invention or thought leadership, as well as entrepreneurial enterprise.

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 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher on the National Qualifications Framework, with​​;
    • ​A minimum of 114 credits in any two of the following subjects: Physics, Mathematics, Statistics and Modelling, or any other technical domain
    • A minimum of 14 credits taken from no more than two additional domains on the NZQF; and
    • A minimum of 14 credits at Level 1 or higher in mathematics or pangarau on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework; and
    • A minimum of 8 credits at Level 2  or higher in English or Te Reo Māori (a minimum of four in reading and four in writing);
  • Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trade (Level 3)
  • Equivalent academic qualifications which 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;

  • a minimum of 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Māori (a minimum of 4 credits must be in Reading and a minimum of 4 credits must be in Writing)
  • Provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the Programme as demonstrated through the use of evidence of one of the kinds described in NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don’t meet these Academic requirements?

For more information, download the full programme regulations; click here to download


International students

Academic requirements

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

  • Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trade (Level 3)
  • 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 no band score lower than 5.5
      • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Māori (a minimum of 4 credits must be in Reading and a minimum of 4 credits must be in Writing);
      • Provide evidence that they have the English language proficiency required for the Programme as demonstrated through evidence of one of the kinds described in NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don’t meet these Academic requirements?

For more information, download the full programme regulations; click here to download

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.

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