Programme

Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering

The course is particularly beneficial for professional engineers seeking to enhance their technical skills, and it is also appropriate for students looking to secure a one-year advanced qualification.

University of Canterbury

Location

Christchurch

Subjects

Engineering and Related Technologies

Qualification Type

Postgraduate

Study level

Level 8

Duration

6 months

Intakes

Feb, July

Credits

International fees

About $24,950

Course description

This program, known as the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering, is tailored to meet the diverse needs of professional engineers who are actively seeking advanced technical training to stay competitive in their field. Additionally, it serves students who are motivated to achieve a one-year advanced qualification, providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their future endeavors.

Specialisations

Fire Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

Career Prospects

Engaging in postgraduate study can offer various career advantages, such as the acquisition of specialized skills and increased knowledge, opportunities to enter specific occupations, higher starting salaries and advancement rates, improved research capabilities and achievements, and a demonstration of high academic standards and self-discipline.

Entry requirements

Typically, it is required to possess a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours or a Bachelor of Science with Honours degree in relevant fields, or, in exceptional circumstances, to have obtained another suitable qualification.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)

Immigration benefits

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

This course qualifies for 3 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.