Study New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) – Construction at Te Pukenga trading as Unitec in New Zealand,

About this course

About this course
- Overview
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

This programme is ideal if you want to go on to higher-level study in construction at Unitec. You’ll gain the literacy, math, and basic construction principles required to enter our construction programmes.Highlights:16-week programme full-time: Speed your way into the NZ Diploma in Architectural Technology, NZ Diploma in Construction*, or Bachelor of Construction*Cross-credits into these programmes: you’ll need fewer credits to gain this qualification.Tailored content for the construction diploma and bachelor: this means the content is highly relevant to the programme you want to enter.In this programme you’ll already be a part of a Construction student body: you’ll be learning with other aspiring construction managers, property developers and/or quantity surveyors.A mix of classroom sessions, practical activities, guest speakers, discussions, presentations and online learning.A chance to engage with Unitec’s marae, a great setting to explore mātarangi Māori and the role of culture in communication.

Study options

Full Time (16 Weeks)

Tuition fees

NZ$13,207.00 (US$ 7,878) per year

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Mt Albert Campus

139 Carrington Road,

Mt Albert,

Auckland,

1025, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (16 Weeks)

Tuition fees

NZ$13,207.00 (US$ 7,878) per year

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Mt Albert Campus

139 Carrington Road,

Mt Albert,

Auckland,

1025, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Academic Requirements:

To be eligible for the Construction Pathway, you must meet one of the following:

UE numeracy or equivalent
A minimum total of 40 NCEA Level 2 credits across four subjects, including:
- At least 12 credits in Mathematics (preferably achievement standards in algebra, calculus, or trigonometry)
- At least 12 credits in English at Level 1 or higher

A relevant qualification at Level 3 on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) or an equivalent international qualification (e.g., International Baccalaureate or Cambridge)

The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) (previously known as the New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3)), or an equivalent qualification.

General Admission:

Youll be 16 years old or older when the programme starts.
If youre under 16, youll need to complete an Early Release Exemption form. For more information on this process please see The Ministry of Educations website.

Special Admission:

Youll be 20 years old or older when the programme starts
Show evidence of your work, life, or study experience (e.g., a previous qualification or job history)
You will complete a pre-entry Skills review

Discretionary Admission:

Youre under 20 and dont meet the general admission requirements
Your level of preparedness for study at the required level will be reviewed and you will undertake a Skills Review.

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