New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (Civil Engineering)

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Diploma

Duration

2 years

Next start date

Expected Feb 2027

Campus

Nelson Campus

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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.

Civil Engineering plays a key part in the creation and protection of our structural environment.

NMIT's class sizes means you can easily talk with tutors and the programme is hands on.

Tutors also work with local industry to provide real world experiences as part of the programme.

You will qualify as an engineering technician. The industry demand for graduates from this programme is high.

A Civil Engineering qualification will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to plan, design and manage the construction of various infrastructure including residential, commercial and industrial buildings; roads, rail, dams and bridges. You will also acquire the technical knowledge and skills to draft plans, survey sites and compile engineering reports.

In the near future NMIT is looking to offer a degree in Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering. Keep up to date by signing up to our email updates on this development.

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 Requirements

In 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.

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