Programme overview
Develop the skills for a career as a Civil Engineer in this three year (full-time) Bachelor’s programme. Specialise in environmental, geotechnical, water, roading and transportation, or structural engineering. Learn to make informed decisions about civil engineering projects, and apply technology to solve practical engineering problems. Explore computer-modelling techniques, civil engineering project management, engineering materials and structures, and construction practices.
There are 5 pathways within the Civil major:
Structural engineering: design, construction, and supervision of buildings and other structures
Water engineering: design and construction of water supply, wastewater or stormwater systems, analyse river catchment systems, hydrology and erosion management, and urban drainage systems
Geotechnical engineering: analysis, design and construction of foundations, slopes, earthworks structures and retaining walls
Roading and transportation engineering: design, construction and maintenance of roads, traffic engineering and urban transportation studies.
Environmental engineering: including fundamentals of environmental engineering, the sensitive environment, and resource and environmental management
Highlights
- Get qualified in 3 years (full-time) and into employment sooner.
- A nationally-recognised engineering qualification.
- Approved under a New Zealand-wide framework for three-year engineering degrees
- Accredited by Engineering New Zealand. On completion of this programme, combined with a period of work experience, you'll be eligible to apply for membership of Engineering New Zealand.
- Five different pathways: environmental, geotechnical, water, roading and transportation, or structural
- Strong links with the engineering industry
- Small classes: the average class size is just 35-60 students
- Cross-credits from the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) available
Qualification pathway
Well-prepared students have the best chance of success in their studies, so we've put together a free online guide you can use to refresh and sharpen some of the skills you'll need in this programme
Cross-credits from the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) are available.
If English is not your first language, please be aware that to enter this programme you'll need to have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years, such as IELTS. This applies to both new students and progressing students (including NZDE graduates).
Admission requirements
For this programme, you will need:
1. 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher including:
- 14 credits in Physics
- 14 credits in Mathematics (including Algebra and Calculus)
- 14 credits in one other approved subject; and
- 18 credits from up to two other approved subjects
2. 10 credits at NCEA Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori (5 in reading, 5 in writing)
3. Be 16 years old by the time you start this programme
3. If English is not your first language, you will need one or more of the following:
- Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
- Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
- Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years
Don't have NCEA? We also accept:
- Equivalent academic qualifications; OR
- Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission.
For more information download the programme regulations:
Courses and timetables
For more details on the courses including timetables, please click on the course names below.
| Courses | Credits | Aim |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Computing (ENGGMG5001) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to develop an understanding of computing principles and their use in engineering practice. |
| Engineering Mechanics (ENGGMG5002) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to gain an understanding of the fundamental principles and laws of mechanics. |
| Engineering Communication (ENGGMG5003) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to communicate effectively in their professional environment. |
| Engineering Mathematics 1 (ENGGMG5004) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to gain an understanding of general mathematical principles and equip them with appropriate engineering mathematical skills to solve engineering problems. |
| Engineering Design and Drawing (ENGGMG5005) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to gain an understanding of engineering design, drawing practice and modelling in an applied context. |
| Land Surveying (ENGGMG5006) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to gain introductory theoretical and practical concepts of land surveying. |
| Fluid Mechanics (Civil) (ENGGMG5008) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To introduce the principles of fluid mechanics and apply them in civil engineering hydraulic applications |
| Engineering Site Investigation (ENGGMG5009) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To introduce the fundamentals of soil composition, the engineering properties of soils, and site investigation procedures. |
| Highway Engineering (ENGGMG5012) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To introduce the fundamentals of road materials, road construction practices, principles of drainage design, and basic geometrical alignment of a road. |
| Basic Structures (ENGGMG5032) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to analyse structural elements and simple structures, and to design simple beams. |
| Civil Materials (ENGGMG5107) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to learn the fundamentals of geological and geomorphological processes and the properties and application of a range of civil engineering materials |
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