Programme details

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours

Pursue a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours at the University of Waikato to establish a robust foundation for your engineering career. Acquire hands-on experience by implementing your knowledge in practical, real-world contexts.

Course description

The Bachelor of Engineering with Honours program emphasizes the resolution of significant engineering challenges that impact society through the application of engineering design principles and methodologies. Throughout your studies, you will engage in the conceptualization, design, and development of advanced engineering products, structures, or processes. Our Work Placement Team diligently searches for and manages your industrial work placement, ensuring it aligns well with your field of study and professional aspirations.

* Software Engineering specialisation may not be eligible for partner visa rights while undertaking this program.

Specialisations

Chemical and Process
Civil
Environmental
Materials and Process
Mechanical
Software
Mechatronics
Electrical and Electronic

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 4 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Baaed on the specialisation, career oppurtunities include working as:

-Chemical engineer
-Civil engineer
-Electrical and electronic engineer
-Environmental Engineer
-Materials engineer
-Mechanical engineer
-Mechatronics engineer
-Process engineer
-Software Engineer

Entry requirements

As an international student studying at undergraduate level, you are required to meet academic and English language entry requirements.

To be eligible for a bachelor’s programme, applicants typically need to have completed secondary education. However, the exact academic performance requirements may differ depending on the country of origin.

English Language requirements:

IELTS (Academic)	6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)
iBT (internet-based) TOEFL	80 with a score of 21 in writing
iBT (home-based) TOEFL	80 with a score of 21 in writing
Duolingo English Test (DET)	105
C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE))	169 and no bands below 162
Language Cert International ESOL (LRWS)	B2 Communicator with 33-37 score per skill
NCUK English for Academic Purposes	Minimum C grade average with no lower than D in all components. Some programmes have additional entry requirements. For further details, visit our dedicated NCUK information page.
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)	Level 4 (Academic)
Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan Language Assessment Battery (MELAB))	Minimum score of 54
Pearson PTE Academic	Overall score of 50 with no Band less than 42
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)	II with distinction in all four components
University of Waikato College	Successful completion of Level 7 with a B grade in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English (CAAE) programme