Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Unitec Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2023
Campus
Unitec Institute of Technology
Summary
Develop the skills for a career as a Civil Engineer in this three year (full-time) Bachelor’s programme. Specialise in environmental, geotechnical, water, roading and transportation, or structural engineering. Learn to make informed decisions about civil engineering projects, and apply technology to solve practical engineering problems. Explore computer-modelling techniques, civil engineering project management, engineering materials and structures, and construction practices.
There are 5 pathways within the Civil major:
Structural engineering: design, construction, and supervision of buildings and other structures
Water engineering: design and construction of water supply, wastewater or stormwater systems, analyse river catchment systems, hydrology and erosion management, and urban drainage systems
Geotechnical engineering: analysis, design and construction of foundations, slopes, earthworks structures and retaining walls
Roading and transportation engineering: design, construction and maintenance of roads, and traffic engineering and urban transportation studies
Environmental engineering: including fundamentals of environmental engineering, the sensitive environment, and resource and environmental management
Highlights
- Get qualified in 3 years (full-time) and into employment sooner
- A nationally-recognised engineering qualification.
- Approved under a New Zealand-wide framework for three-year engineering degrees
- Accredited by Engineering New Zealand. On completion of this programme, combined with a period of work experience, you'll be eligible to apply for membership of Engineering New Zealand.
- Five different pathways: environmental, geotechnical, water, roading and transportation, or structural
- Strong links with the engineering industry
- Small classes: the average class size is just 35-60 students
- Cross-credits from the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) available
Qualification pathway
Well-prepared students have the best chance of success in their studies, so we've put together a free online guide you can use to refresh and sharpen some of the skills you'll need in this programme
Cross-credits from the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) are available.
CAREER OPTIONS
- Civil engineer (design)
- Civil engineering project and/or construction manager
- Geotechnical engineer
- Roading-transportation engineer
- Structural engineer
- Water/environmental engineer
Entry criteria
Academic requirements
For this programme, you will need the following:
- 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher including: 14 credits in Physics; 14 credits in Mathematics (including Algebra and Calculus); 14 credits in one other approved subject; and 18 credits from up to two other approved subjects
- 10 credits at NCEA Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori (5 in reading, 5 in writing);
- Be 16 years old by the time you start this programme
- Successful completion of Unitec’s Certificate in Foundation Studies (Whitinga) (Level 3) with a relevant pathway, where appropriate; or Certificate of University Preparation (Level 4) or Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 4) or equivalent.
English requirements
If English is not your first language you need to have Academic IELTS score of 6.0 (no band<5.5) or equivalent. Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years.
Studying in NZ
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