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School of Building Construction

In the School of Building Construction, we're passionate about making a difference and shaping the world we live in. We off a range of programmes that cover the built environment. From civil engineering to quantity surveying, our programmes are highly informed by industry and are practical, hands-on, interactive and self-paced; as practical engineers and construction professionals, we’re doers not just thinkers. This is an ideal environment to get you familiar with your field before you even step a foot into the workplace.

School overview

In the School of Building Construction, we deliver and manage programmes that closely align to construction related industries:

With continuous infrastructure development, New Zealand alone needs thousands of skilled new talent over the next 10 years. We know it can be difficult to be skilled when your studying full-time, which is why at Unitec we focus on providing practical up to date and cutting edge teaching and learning, early exposure to industry and prospective employers, and providing the skills and knowledge that will help our graduates future proof their careers.

Our staff hold a wealth of experience and are experts in their fields. Many of our Civil Engineering staff for example are Chartered Professional Engineers, members of Engineering New Zealand, or members of the New Zealand Institute of Surveyors and Licensed Cadastral Surveyors. A significant number of our lecturers also work in the industry, bringing current best practice to the curriculum.

We have close working relationships with many industry organisations. These contacts ensure our programmes are not only up-to-date but anticipates emerging developments to reflect current best practices and the latest industry trends; legislation; and local, global and environmental issues.

 

Programmes and study path

Start with a programme that suits your qualifications and/or experience, then progress to a level that achieves your goals.
PROGRAMME LEVEL DURATION CAREER OPTIONS
New Zealand Certificate in Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying 3 19 weeks full-time Apprentice Plumber, Apprentice Gasfitter, Apprentice Drainlayer
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) - Construction 4 Full-time for 16-weeks or part-time options available This programme prepares you for further study toward a career in construction
New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology 6 Full-time for two years, or part-time options available
New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Construction Management) 6 Full-time for two years or part-time options available
New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) 6 Full-time for two years or part-time options available Quantity surveyor
New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) 6 Full-time for two years or part-time options available Civil or structural engineering employment with a civil engineering consulting practice, Engineering laboratory operation and management, Civil or structural engineering employment with a civil engineering contractor, Site and project engineer
New Zealand Diploma in Surveying 6 Full-time for two years or part-time options can be negotiated. Surveyor, Engineering surveyor, Survey project manager, Tunnelling and mining surveyor, CAD operator
Graduate Diploma in Construction Project Management 7 Full-time for 1 year (including 2 x 2-week block courses per semester). Part-time options available. Site manager, Project manager, Construction manager

Staff