Overview

The Engineering Practice programme at University of Waikato was developed not only in response to the demand from New Zealand employers for work-ready engineers able to tackle the challenges of the changing global and local environments, but to also meet the demand of international students who are looking at improving their employability with a taught masters degree. The MEngPrac will enable you to work in diverse industries and fields in New Zealand and worldwide.

The programme includes a management component that will equip you with the professional skills demanded by employers. It also includes a capstone research and development project that will allow you to apply your advanced technical skills to an industrially relevant problem. This is a unique opportunity for young professionals to extend their skills and expertise in their chosen field.

Career Opportunities

Civil engineer

Electronics engineer

Materials engineer

Mechatronics engineer

Mechanical engineer

Process engineer

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Programme Structure

Subjects include:

Civil Engineering

Electronics

Materials and Processing

Mechanical

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-07-12 00:00:00

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The University processes international student applications on an ongoing basis, regardless of the dates listed. Offers are made with international student visa processing times in mind and as such, students may receive an offer for a later intake than originally requested.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, New Zealand

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 23 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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90

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58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates for the programme must:

Have completed a relevant 4 year undergraduate qualification in a related discipline with at least a B grade average across the final year papers, and

Satisfy the prerequisites for graduate study in the subject(s) being presented for the degree.

If an applicant has professional engineering experience, they may be admitted to the programme at the discretion of the University of Waikato’s Academic Board.

Please refer to the relevant regulations in the University of Waikato Calendar for official details of admission and degree requirements, available subjects, honours eligibility and more.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

52967 NZD / year

≈ 52967 NZD / year

Additional Details

International

NZD$ 52,967(120 pts)
NZD$ 79,448 (180 pts)

Living costs

Hamilton

New Zealand

1470 - 2020 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Hamilton

Funding

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