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Unitec Institute of Technology Courses

Bachelor

Mt Albert
Develop a sound understanding of architectural design, urban housing design, and the history and theory of architecture. Explore different styles of architecture, and become knowledgeable about architectural site analysis and ways to achieve sustainability.
Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.


Domestic students
Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • Successful completion of New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology; or
  • At least 3 'C' passes in the New Zealand University Bursaries Examinations or
  • 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher, including:
    • 14 credits in two different approved subjects and
    • 14 credits from up to two subjects (approved or non-approved)
    • 14 credits in NCEA Level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
  • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
  • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
  • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 525 KB)


International students Academic requirements

As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the country-specific admission requirements

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

  • Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6 with no band score lower than 5.5
  • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
  • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
  • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 525 KB)

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,500 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

Diploma

Mt Albert
Have you ever wondered how a GPS works, Google Maps is informed, how people navigate the earth, or who decides where and how to build skyscrapers? Join the profession that shapes the world we live in.
Entry Requirements

You will need the following:

1. 48 credits at NCEA Level 2 in four different subjects including:

  • 12 credits in Mathematics (preferably in algebra, geometry and trigonometry) or equivalent
  • 8 credits in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)

High levels of oral, written and interpersonal communications and mathematical skills are required to complete this programme.

2. 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 meet the requirements? We also accept:

  • Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission

For more information, download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,200 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

Graduate Diploma

Mt Albert
Are you passionate about creativity and cultural expression? Develop advanced academic, practical and creative skills through an exhibition, publication or industry project and access multi-disciplinary creative studios supervised by industry leading educators, artists and designers. The Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Practice offers a highly flexible studio or industry based programme based at Unitec's Creative Industries cultural hub.
Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.


Domestic students
Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • A recognised Bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline, with merit achievement deemed to be an average of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses; or
  • A professional qualification in a relevant discipline, recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a Bachelor's degree
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
  • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
  • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Non-Academic requirements
  • A significant portfolio of professional work sufficient to enable critical reflection on your prior practice

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
  • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 306 KB)


International students Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • A recognised Bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline, with merit achievement deemed to be an average of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses; or
  • A professional qualification in a relevant discipline, recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a Bachelor's degree

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

  • Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
  • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
  • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
  • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 306 KB)

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,100 per year
International Tuition Fees
$32,877 per year

Diploma

Mt Albert
Learn about the fundamentals of electrical engineering and develop the extensive practical knowledge required to work in the field of power engineering. This programme also leads to Electrical Service Technician (EST) registration and further opportunity for Electrical Engineer registration with EWRB.
Entry Requirements

You will need the following:

1. Be at least 16 years of old when you start this programme:
2. A total of NCEA level 2 including a minimum of:

  • 10 literacy credits at level 1 or higher (for those who achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013); and
  • 48 NCEA credits at level 2 in four subjects, including at least 12 credits in Mathematics (preferably achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry);

2. 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:

  • An equivalent qualification; or
  • Equivalent credits from appropriate trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience; or
  • Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission

For more information, download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$6,700 per year
International Tuition Fees
$30,377 per year

Diploma

Mt Albert
In the New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology, you can become a skilled and competent Architectural Technologist/Technician.
Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.


Domestic students
Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • A minimum of 50 NCEA credits at Level 2 and a minimum of 12 credits in NCEA mathematics (or Pangarau) Level 1 and 12 literacy credits at NCEA Level 1; or
  • A relevant qualification at NZQF Level 4 or above
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
  • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
  • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 256 KB)


International students Academic requirements

As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the following;

  • All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement or
  • Successful completion of relevant programme

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

  • Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or
  • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
  • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 256 KB)

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,320 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

Diploma

Mt Albert
This programme is for aspiring qualified Interior Designers within commercial interior design practices.
Entry Requirements

For this programme you need:

1. to hold the New Zealand Diploma in Interior Design (Residential)

2. 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing).

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 such as IELTS
  • Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

4. As part of your application you may be required to do the following unless you've already done so as part of entry into the New Zealand Diploma in Interior Design (Resdiential) or similar programme:

  • Attend an interview
  • Present your portfolio (view the portfolio the guidelines here)
  • Sit a test for colour vision

Don't meet these requirements? We also accept:

Entry by special or discretionary admission.

Special admission:

  • Be 20 years old or above at the start of your programme; AND
  • Provide sufficient evidence of aptitude or appropriate work or other life experience that would indicate a successful outcome in the qualification.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Feb
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,400 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

Diploma

Mt Albert
Do you have a keen interest in business and developing your skills in leadership and management? This one-year diploma will prepare you for roles leading or managing people and projects.
Entry Requirements

To enter this programme, you'll need to have one of the following:

  • Achievement of NCEA Level 2 including:
  • 8 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above; and
  • 14 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above

or

  • An equivalent qualification.

or

  • Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 3 or above with a relevant pathway

Don't meet these requirements?

There may be other options available:

  • If you're over 20 and have relevant skills/life experience, or
  • If you're under 20 and have the relevant reading, writing and numeracy skills.

Simply apply online and we'll be in touch about your next steps.

Additional requirements

When you apply for this programme, you must provide proof of your identity (ID) and other documents, such as academic certificates. Please have these handy when you're ready to apply.

See what documents you may need to provide

English language requirements

You'll need to meet the following English language requirement:

  • 8 NCEA literacy credits at Level 2 or equivalent

If you don't meet this requirement, you must provide evidence that you have the English proficiency required.

For more information, download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$6,346 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

Certificate

Mt Albert
Start your career as a builder or carpenter. Learn the essential basic principles and practices in preparation for employment and apprenticeship in carpentry or building related trades.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements

You must be at least 16 years of age on the date of the programme's commencement for the semester, and you'll need to:

  • Applicants must have NCEA Level 1, including 10 credits each in English (reading and writing) and Mathematics; Or
  • Demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills to indicate the ability to study at Level 3.

If English is not your first language, you will need one or more of the following:

  • Gained NCEA Level 3 and met New Zealand university entrance requirements
  • Evidence of an overall IELTS (General or Academic) band score of at least 5 in each band; Or
  • Equivalent described in NZQA Rules and on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify.
  • You may also be eligible for special or discretionary admission.

Simply apply online, and we'll be in touch about your next steps.

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$6,800 per year

Certificate

Mt Albert
Are you working on a building site and eager to advance your career to become a licensed builder? Or are you an employer looking to train your crew? Our Carpentry Apprenticeship Program is designed to meet both needs, providing essential skills and knowledge for aspiring carpenters and valuable training for your team.
Entry Requirements

For this programme you need:

1. To be working in the construction industry as an employee or contractor

2. Be supervised by someone who has qualifications and/or experience with Licenced Building Practitioner (LBP) and is prepared to support your training. Note: Unitec will arrange the training agreement between you, your employer and Unitec. The agreement will outline the responsibilities of each party to the apprenticeship, and will align with the principles in the Code of Good Practice for New Zealand Apprenticeships.

3. Have met one of the following Academic Admission requirements:

  • NCEA Level 2 with a minimum of 10 Level 1 credits in English or Te Reo and 10 Level 1 credits in Mathematics, OR
  • Have attained the Construction and Infrastructure Vocational Pathway for NCEA level 2, OR
  • Be a graduate of a pre-apprenticeship qualification in a building and construction field such as the New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills

4. 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:

  • A relevant qualification at Level 2 on the NZQF or above or an equivalent qualification; or
  • Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$886 per year

Bachelor

Waitakere
Interested in becoming a health professional with a career in medical radiation technology? This programme will develop your skills in diagnostic imaging through applied thinking and doing, so you can safely use radiation to obtain images for diagnostic use.
Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.


Domestic students
Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • NCEA entry requirements;
    • 14 credits at Level 3 or higher in each of two subjects taken from an approved subject list,
    • 14 credits at Level 3 or higher taken from no more than two additional domains on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework
    • 14 credits at Level 1 or higher in mathematics or pangarau on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework,
    • 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori (a minimum of four in reading and four in writing),

Note: A minimum of 12 of the 42 NCEA credits at level 3 must include English or a Literacy approved subject, Mathematics, and one Science subject (Physics preferred)

  • Have a grade of C or better in the New Zealand University Bursaries Examinations in each of English, Mathematics, and one Science subject;
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
  • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
  • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes and English Language programmes available can help you qualify. Apply online, and we'll be in touch about your next steps.
  • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
Non-academic requirements
  1. Be at least 17 years old by the time the programme begins;
  2. Be able to participate in all clinical aspects of the programme;
  3. Complete a self-declaration of criminal convictions and medical conditions form;
  4. Consent to a Safety Check that meets the requirements of the Children Act 2014 (formerly known as the Vulnerable Children's Act), including:
    • Provide two forms of ID and evidence of any name changes;
    • Consent to a police vet check;
    • Provide the names of two referees whom Unitec or your placement provider can contact;
    • If required, participate in an interview;
    • If required, provide a chronological summary of your work history for the past 5 years and the name of any professional organisations, licensing authorities, and registration authorities that you have been or are a member of.

For more information, download the full programme regulations (PDF, 505KB).


International students Academic requirements

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement or have completed one of the following:

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

  • IELTS (Academic) with an overall score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0 in speaking, reading, writing, and listening - we have an IELTS Preparation short course available, as well as an IELTS test center on-campus;
  • A TOEFL score of 575; or
  • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
  • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes and English Language programmes available can help you qualify. Apply online, and we'll be in touch about your next steps.
  • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
Non-academic requirements
  1. Be at least 17 years old by the time the programme begins;
  2. Be able to participate in all clinical aspects of the programme;
  3. Complete a self-declaration of criminal convictions and medical conditions form;
  4. Consent to a Safety Check that meets the requirements of the Children Act 2014 (formerly known as the Vulnerable Children's Act), including:
    • Provide two forms of ID and evidence of any name changes;
    • Consent to a police vet check;
    • Provide the names of two referees whom Unitec or your placement provider can contact;
    • If required, participate in an interview;
    • If required, provide a chronological summary of your work history for the past 5 years and the names of any professional organisations, licensing authorities, and registration authorities you have been or are a member of.

For more information, download the full programme regulations (PDF, 505KB).


Intake Months
Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,500 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year