Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Rotokauri Campus
Summary
As an electrical engineering technologist, a workday could involve specifying, designing, or supervising the construction of systems and equipment that produce, distribute, or use electricity, calculating costs and materials needed, bidding for contracts, overseeing electricity system tests, and writing reports or even instruction manuals.
Electrical engineering includes the specialist area of mechatronics, which merges the two disciplines of mechanical engineering and power engineering for in-depth knowledge of the fundamental components of power automated systems.
This programme is for those who want a career in engineering. Students will learn theory and hands-on practical skills using modern technology in our engineering labs. If students are in employment, the project module can be tailored to their workplace.
Six of the largest institutes of technology and polytechnics in New Zealand have consulted with industry leaders to create this up-to-date, industry-relevant programme.
This engineering degree is accredited by the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ) and by Engineering New Zealand, a signatory of the Sydney Accord, meaning it is highly respected and recognised both nationally and internationally.
Entry criteria
Candidates are required to have:
- University Entrance (UE), or equivalent, comprised of 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or above and 20 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, including:
(1) A minimum of 14 credits at NCEA Level 3 in Physics; and
(2) A minimum of 14 credits at NCEA Level 3 in Calculus; and
(3) A minimum of 14 credits at NCEA Level 3 in one other subject from the list of UE approved subjects; and
(4) Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing; and
(5) Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627 – all three required).
Or:
the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (NZDE) with a 60% or better overall grade average; or
completed at least two years relevant work experience post-graduation; or
completed equivalent academic qualifications which may include University Bursary with 45% or more in both Physics and Calculus or Algebra, equivalent Cambridge score, equivalent International Baccalaureate.
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