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Programmes

NZIHT offers a range of academic programmes. These are delivered part time through block courses in various centres throughout New Zealand.

Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Highways) Level 7

This qualification is designed for those people who already have a degree qualification but need advanced highways related training. The principle aim is to provide the highway engineering industry with a programme at undergraduate level which will equip candidates with the technical and management skills to function at middle management level.

Study block format that will enable students to gain the required 120 credits

Delivered part-time over two years

$871.00 per course

New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) Level 6

Learn about the design and development of civil infrastructure that we all live and work with including roads, railways, airports, water supply, drainage, wastewater disposal, bridges, dams, multi-storey buildings, tunnels and other public works.  This two year diploma includes core and elective courses focused on the design and implementation of engineering technology and aimed at providing you with sound thinking and problem solving abilities.  You will gain a fundamental grounding in engineering theory and principles of engineering science including design and drawing, materials, surveying hydraulics, geotech structures and highways.

Can be completed part-time or via block-course format.

Two year full-time programme

$6,643.00 for Year 1

Introductory Engineering Mathematics Training Scheme Level 3

Learn introductory mathematic skills and knowledge in an engineering context to help you progress into the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering.

FEES FREE 

Delivered via block course 

20 weeks 

New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Level 3) with optional strand in Plant Operation

Designed to provide the infrastructure works industry with people who have a broad range of infrastructure works skills, including the safe and effective operation of basic plant and equipment. This qualification is a cornerstone for those wanting to move into technical roles in the civil works, surfacing construction and manufacturing, pipe installations and utilities maintenance contexts. Graduates of this qualification are able to work safely in a range of infrastructure works context with limited supervision.

Delivered via block courses and supported distance learning 

20 weeks part-time

FEES FREE

New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Level 2)

Designed to develop skills and knowledge for those who want to explore their options in contracting occupations and associated trades.  A great option to help decide on a more defined career direction. This qualification is relevant to pre-apprenticeship training programmes in civil infrastructure maintenance and construction, or work experience placement programmes.   

Delivered via block courses and supported distance learning  

20 weeks part-time

FEES FREE

Available New Zealand wide

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Level 7)

This is a three-year engineering degree, offered as a study pathway into engineering, construction and related manufacturing industries. Undergo a practice-based skills formation process, and learn to understand and apply engineering science knowledge. You will also develop the capability to analyse and implement solutions to real-life, practical situations.

As a graduate you will meet an industry need for people who can actively apply engineering knowledge in industry, and integrate that knowledge into high level practical situations. You can choose to major in Civil or Mechanical engineering.

Delivered in New Plymouth

3 year full-time programme (or part-time equivalent)

$914 per course

About NZIHT

NZIHT is New Zealand’s School of Engineering, Energy and Infrastructure; the leading provider of engineering and technical skills training in New Zealand. Based in Taranaki but reaching learners across Aotearoa and the world, NZIHT places a strong emphasis on providing quality programmes based on industry needs and offers everything from tailored short courses to degree and postgraduate level education.

Where we are

New Plymouth Campus
20 Bell Street, Welbourn,
New Plymouth 4312

Phone: (06) 759 7065

Email: admin@nziht.co.nz

Phone: (06) 759 7065

Email: admin@nziht.co.nz

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Because of the way NZIHT offered their courses, I was able to work full time, raise a young family and gain a qualification. By working in the industry while studying, I was able to put what I had learnt into practice immediately, further reinforcing what I had been taught.


Aarin Bang

Because of the way NZIHT offered their courses, I was able to work full time, raise a young family and gain a qualification. By working in the industry while studying, I was able to put what I had learnt into practice immediately, further reinforcing what I had been taught.

Aarin Bang

NZIHT makes it easy to suit work and personal life commitments. The flexibility of course pathways has meant I could choose my options in a way that is relevant to projects and contracts at work.


Pat Connell

NZIHT makes it easy to suit work and personal life commitments. The flexibility of course pathways has meant I could choose my options in a way that is relevant to projects and contracts at work.


Pat Connell

NZIHT offers the freedom to study at your own pace, with the tutors and admin teams providing support. You are supported every step of the way, and it is a great way to work and study part time.


Sandi Morris

NZIHT offers the freedom to study at your own pace, with the tutors and admin teams providing support. You are supported every step of the way, and it is a great way to work and study part time. 

Sandi Morris

New Plymouth Campus
20 Bell Street, Welbourn,
New Plymouth 4312

Where we are

About NZIHT

NZIHT is New Zealand’s School of Engineering, Energy and Infrastructure; the leading provider of engineering and technical skills training in New Zealand. Based in Taranaki but reaching learners across Aotearoa and the world, NZIHT places a strong emphasis on providing quality programmes based on industry needs and offers everything from tailored short courses to degree and postgraduate level education.