Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
2 years
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Rotokauri Campus
Summary
Students will learn the core knowledge and practical skills required to meet the increasing demands and needs of the civil engineering industry.
This two-year programme will provide students with theoretical and technical knowledge to apply practical solutions to the design, construction, and maintenance of civil engineering infrastructure, from roads and bridges to harbours and water and wastewater facilities.
This engineering programme is accredited by Engineering New Zealand, a signatory of the Dublin Accord, meaning it is highly respected and recognised both nationally and internationally.
Entry criteria
General academic admission
- Candidates are required to have gained:
- NCEA Level 2*
- a minimum total of 48 NCEA credits at Level 2 in four subjects, including at least 12 credits in Mathematics (preferably from achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry); or
- equivalent qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate or Cambridge); or
- equivalent credits from trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience, and
- a minimum of 10 literacy credits at Level 1 or higher (for those who achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013).
Special admission
Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the General Admission or entry requirements for a programme but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable chance of success may be eligible for Special Admission. Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the Centre Director or designated nominee. Such applicants may be required to successfully complete a foundation, bridging or tertiary introductory programme as a condition of entry into higher level programmes.
Provisional entry
Domestic applicants aged under 20 years who have not met the general academic admission and entry criteria for a programme, but who can demonstrate a reasonable chance of success through other educational attainment and/or work or life experience, may be eligible for provisional entry at the discretion of the Centre Director or designated nominee. Provisional entry places restrictions on re-enrolment to be lifted if the applicant's performance is deemed satisfactory by the Centre Director or designated nominee.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 6.0, with no individual band score lower than 5.5; or equivalent.
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