New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - Civil: Fees & Entry Requirements at NZIST trading as Whitireia and WelTech, New Zealand

New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - Civil

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

Kickstart your career as a civil engineering technician with the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil), a nationally and internationally accredited qualification recognised under the Dublin Accord. This practical programme equips you with core skills in geotechnical, transportation, water, and structural engineering, preparing you to tackle real-world engineering challenges across New Zealand and beyond. A key feature is the Engineering Project, where you apply your knowledge to a genuine engineering problem, gaining valuable experience that prepares you for industry demands.Graduates develop a strong foundation for entering the New Zealand workforce or pursuing further study. Through hands-on learning in advanced laboratories, prototyping facilities, and CAD suites, you will build technical expertise, project and risk management capabilities, and effective teamwork skills. Combined with applied mathematics, physics, and engineering principles, this knowledge ensures graduates are well prepared to meet both national and international industry standards. Develop a comprehensive range of skills essential for a successful career in Civil Engineering.

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$29,120.00 (14,65,600) per year
Homestay Accommodation Fee is $340.00 NZD per week
Start date

February 2027

Venue

Te Awakairangi Campus (Petone Campus)

21 Kensington Avenue, Petone,

Lower Hutt,

Wellington,

5012, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Under 20

NCEA Level 2* and a minimum 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)

20+ years

If youre 20 years or over, you may qualify for special admission on this programme. Contact us if you dont meet the Under 20 entry criteria.

Special entry may be granted by the Head of School responsible for the programme to an applicant who does not meet all entry requirements, where the Head of School is satisfied the applicant is capable of undertaking the programme of study.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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