Engineering University of Auckland

Overview

The Engineering programme at the University of Auckland provides a strategic platform for graduates to enhance their undergraduate qualifications with advanced technical and management skills. This postgraduate certificate is designed to help students innovate within technologically diverse environments while building a strong foundation for professional advancement.

Why Engineering at the University of Auckland?

Studying at this institution allows students to benefit from a highly flexible curriculum that can be tailored to specific professional interests. The university provides access to specialised facilities and industrial perspectives, ensuring that the learning experience is grounded in real-world application. Furthermore, the programme acts as a recommended academic pathway for those intending to progress into comprehensive masters-level research or professional engineering degrees.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: NZD 27742 per year
• National fee: NZD 6007 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to allow for either a general engineering pathway or a focused study in a specific endorsed specialisation. Modules may include:

• Chemical and Materials Engineering
• Construction Management
• Computer Systems Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Engineering Science
• Food Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Software Engineering

Careers with Engineering

Graduates of this programme are equipped to expand their employability across a diverse range of industrial sectors. By supplementing an undergraduate degree with advanced technical foundations, the qualification prepares individuals for roles that require sophisticated critical thinking and industrial insight. Many students use this programme as a stepping stone toward specialised masters degrees, eventually moving into senior engineering roles, project management, or technical consultancy within their chosen field of expertise.