Programme details

Master of Engineering Practice – MEP

Accelerate your engineering career with the intensive one-year Master of Engineering Practice program.

Course description

The 180-point Master of Engineering Practice program is designed to align closely with the latest advancements in the industry, providing a focused one-year pathway to explore lucrative opportunities in engineering.

This program integrates both structured coursework and an industry project, offering a robust technical foundation and valuable hands-on experience. You will enhance your problem-solving abilities and communication skills alongside your technical expertise, gaining a competitive edge as you prepare for a career in one of New Zealand’s rapidly growing industries.

Wellington boasts the highest concentration of web-based and digital technology companies in the country. The ICT sector in Wellington is a major contributor to GDP and a significant employer of skilled professionals in the region.

As part of your studies, you can undertake a placement with industry leaders, enabling you to apply your knowledge in real-world settings. Previous industry placements have included renowned companies such as Google, Xero, Datacom, Weta Digital, Microsoft, IBM, Trade Me, Fisher & Paykel, and 2degrees.

Specialisations

– Mechatronics
– Renewable Energy
– Software Engineering
– Electronics
– Networked Applications

Immigration benefits

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

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

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Master of Engineering Practice program are well-prepared for a variety of dynamic roles within the engineering sector. Potential career paths include:

Systems Engineer, Software Development Engineer, Project Engineer, Data Engineer, Research and Development Engineers etc.

These roles capitalize on the technical expertise, problem-solving capabilities, and practical experience gained through the Master of Engineering Practice, making graduates valuable assets in New Zealand’s thriving engineering landscape.

Entry requirements

– A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, with at least a B+ grade average
– To be accepted by the head of school as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

EL requirement (any one of the following)
– IELTS (Academic): Minimum overall score of 6.5, with no sub-score below 6.0
– TOEFL (Internet-based test): Minimum score of 90, with at least 20 in writing
– Pearson Test of English: Minimum score of 58, with a ‘Communicative’ score of no less than 50
– EAP: Minimum final scores of 4, 4, 5, 5
– Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176 or higher, with each skill score no less than 169
– New Zealand Certificates in English Language (NZCEL): Level 5 (Academic)
– NZAPA: English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment Level 3, with no skill lower than Level 2

Credits
180

Duration
1 year

Intakes

February, July

International fees
68000

Location

Qualification Type

Study level