Certificate in Pre-Degree Studies (Engineering) (Level 4)

About the Programme

The Certificate in Pre-degree Studies (Engineering) is a comprehensive bridging programme which prepares students for degree or diploma level study in engineering at MIT or other tertiary institutes. It has been developed by MIT in collaboration with The University of Auckland. There is learning, study and personal support for students in the programme that caters for the diverse learning styles of all our students.

Offered by

Faculty of Education and Social Sciences - School of Foundation Studies

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have the following as a minimum:

• Have completed year 13 at a NZ secondary school or
• they are 18 years of age or over and
• English NCEA Level 2, 8 credits; 4 in reading and 4 in writing or equivalent and
• Maths and physics NCEA Level 2, aggregate of 14 credits or equivalent or a diagnostic to determine level and
• Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 5.5 (with no band less than 5.0), or equivalent and

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

• a strong motivation to work in engineering
• the ability to work in a team
• the ability to communicate in groups and one on one
• a mature approach to study
• a mature attitude to health and safety in the workplace

The above attributes will be assessed through an interview process at which they may bring family and/or whanau support. Students who do not meet the entry requirements will be counselled to an appropriate Foundation programme.

Cost

$4,950 (approx)

International Student Fees

$18,700 (approx) per year

Programme Summary

This is a 120 credit programme that consists of nine compulsory courses taught over two semesters.

Semester 1
PEng Maths A
PEng Physics A
PEng Communication
PEng Bicultural Awareness
PEng Design A

Semester 2
PEng Maths B
PEng Physics B
PEng Design B
PEng Technology Skills

Courses

Further Training or Study

Successful students may apply to enter higher-level programmes at MIT or other tertiary institutes.

Career Opportunities

With a qualification in engineering, graduates could work in areas such as mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, computer networking, mechatronics, or autotronics.

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