QUALIFICATION
Bachelor's Degree (Level 7, 360 credits)
Duration
3 years full-time
Location
Dunedin campus
Fees
NZD $29,000 per year (indicative; confirm current fee)
Entry Score
IELTS: Academic 6.0 overall (Writing and Speaking 6.0, Reading and Listening 5.5)
Next Intake
February and July
Programme Overview
The Bachelor of Engineering Technology at Otago Polytechnic is a three-year Level 7 degree with majors in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. International students study on campus in Dunedin.
The degree is accredited by Engineering New Zealand and meets the standards of the Sydney and Dublin international engineering accords. Year 3 includes an industry-based engineering development project.
What You'll Study
- Core: Engineering Computing, Mechanics, Communication, Mathematics, Design and Drawing, Engineering Management Principles
- Civil major: structural, water and waste, transportation and geotechnical engineering
- Mechanical major: strength of materials, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, mechanics of machines, mechanical design
- Electrical major: Power or Mechatronics, including PLC programming, instrumentation and control, and automation and robotics
- Year 3: Professional Engineering Practice and Engineering Development Project
Why Choose This Programme?
- Accredited: by Engineering New Zealand, to Sydney and Dublin Accord standards.
- Three majors: Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Two intakes: start in February or July.
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Career Pathways
| Sector | Roles |
|---|---|
| Engineering technologist | Roles in civil, mechanical or electrical engineering, building towards ETPract registration. |
| Research and technical support | Research and development, technical support and quality roles. |
| Public sector and management | Local authority and government roles, progressing to technical or general management. |
Entry Requirements
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