Diploma in Engineering - Civil

at Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Level 4

• Engineering Fundamentals
• Engineering Mathematics 1
• Technical Literacy
• Materials (Civil)
• Land Surveying 1

English Requirements
What if English is not my first Language?

If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study.

Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.

If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country.

IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?

You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills.

Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic

• 5.5 Listening
• 5.5 Reading
• 5.5 Writing
• 5.5 Speaking

International Fee
$23,656 per year

Graduates are employed as engineering technicians, designers, construction supervisors, or sales engineers and are in high demand globally. You can choose employment options related to supporting the design and construction of infrastructure developments like subdivisions, highways, irrigation and hydropower systems, and public amenities such as water and waste water infrastructure and treatment.

This qualification meets the academic requirements for membership in Engineering New Zealand (EngNZ). Upon graduating you will be able to function at a technician-level in many countries as outlined by the Sydney and Dublin Accords (International Engineering Alliance 2002).