Course details

Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering
NZQF Level 8

About the course

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Study the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering and explore the latest developments in engineering.

You can choose from a wide range of papers in electrical, electronic, mechanical or production engineering. Throughout your studies you advance your engineering knowledge, as well as your technical and analytical skills. Graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering will be well placed for further study at postgraduate level.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Completed one of the following:

Bachelor of Engineering Technology, including ENGE601, or equivalent OR
A professional qualification or relevant professional experience approved by the dean (or representative) to be equivalent to a bachelor’s degree


English language requirements
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

About the provider

AUT is a contemporary New Zealand university focused on providing exceptional student opportunities and learning experiences, and graduate success in a context stimulated by impactful research and industry connectivity.

More than 26,000 students are enrolled at AUT in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, studying at one of the three campuses. AUT has consistently been a leader in undergraduate and postgraduate enrolment growth of both New Zealand and international students across a wide range of professional disciplines, and as a result we are now the second largest university in New Zealand.

AUT's teaching is innovative and student centred. AUT encourages students to collaborate, experiment and to experience working life beyond the classroom. In addition to teaching, the university has a strong focus on innovative research in areas such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence and nutrition.

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