Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil Engineering)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Next start date
Expected Feb 2026
Campus
Nelson Campus
Summary
If you are interested in the planning, design and construction of all forms of infrastructure and have a passion for building strong relationships with clients and contractors then Civil Engineering is for you.
Entry criteria
Academic Requirements- NCEA Level 2* and
- A minimum total of 48 credits at level 2 in four subjects including at least 12 credits in mathematics (preferably achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry), or
- equivalent qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate or Cambridge), or
- equivalent credits from appropriate trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience
* including a minimum of 10 literacy credits at level 1 or higher (for those who achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013).
English Language RequirementsIn addition to meeting the minimum entry criteria, those applicants for whom English is a second language (including International students) must meet the IELTS overall language requirement:
- Overall Band Score (Academic) of 6.0 IELTS, with no individual score less than 5.5, or equivalent.
Studying in NZ
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