Take the next step as mechanical engineer
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) (Level 7)
Mechanical strand
Programme highlights
This qualification is your chance to strengthen your skills in Mechanical Engineering. You'll graduate at the same level as degree students.
Graduates of this qualification will be ready for jobs in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
Key facts
| Start month(s) |
February, July |
|---|---|
| Study location(s) |
MIT TechPark |
| Level | 7 |
| Domestic fees | |
| Youth Guarantee (fees-free*) | Not available |
| Programme code | MN4559 |
| Duration |
Full-time for 1 year (34 teaching weeks), part-time available. |
|---|---|
| Study method |
Full-time, Part-time |
| Credits | 120 |
| International fees | NZD$23,700 (approx.) |
| Māori and Pasifika Trades Training Scholarship (fees-free*) | Not available |
| Qualification |
MIT Graduate Diploma |
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Key information for students
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Level 7)
| Entry requirements | ||
| Minimum requirements [?] Any minimum or preferred criteria for entry to this qualification. | General Special entry may be granted by the Head of School responsible for the programme to an applicant who does not meet all entry criteria, where the Head of School is satisfied the applicant is capable of undertaking the programme of study. Applicants will be required to provide evidence of previous study, i.e. transcripts, work evidence, and/or a portfolio to demonstrate they have the capability to achieve the programme. Academic GradDip Mechatronics, Electronics, Power strands: Applicants must meet the following criteria for admission into the programme: Either A 3 year bachelor's degree in an electrical or electronic engineering discipline; or Equivalent practical, professional or educational experience of an appropriate kind. GradDip Mechanical Strand: Applicants must meet the following criteria for admission into the programme: Either A 3 year bachelor's degree in a mechanical engineering discipline; or Equivalent practical, professional or educational experience of an appropriate kind. GradDip Civil Strand: Applicants must meet the following criteria for admission into the programme: Either A 3 year bachelor's degree in a civil engineering discipline; or Equivalent practical, professional or educational experience of an appropriate kind. Interviews An interview is not required. English Language entry requirements: Applicants must have sufficient competence in the English language to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. This will be demonstrated by meeting the current NZQA requirements http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-related-rules/pro gramme-approval-and-accreditation/app-2/the-table and http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-related-rules/pro gramme-approval-and-accreditation/8/18 | |
| Detailed requirements [?] Click here for more information on any additional entry criteria for this qualification. | More information about entry to this qualification | |
| Duration [?] The minimum amount of time it takes to complete this qualification. | 1 Year | |
| Tuition fees | Annual | Total qualification |
| Student fees
[?]
Annual: The annual tuition fees payable by a student to study this qualification, additional to what the government contributes. (This is an average based on recent course enrolments. Your fees may differ depending on your course selection.) Total qualification: The total tuition fees payable by a student to study this qualification, additional to what the government contributes. (This is an average based on recent course enrolments. Your fees may differ depending on your course selection.) |
$6,580 | $6,580 |
| Government tuition subsidy
[?]
Annual: The average annual amount paid by government towards the tuition fees for this qualification, additional to what the student pays. (This is an estimate based on the fees subsidy paid by government to tertiary providers last year.) Total qualification: The average total amount paid by government towards the tuition fees for this qualification, additional to what the student pays. (This is an estimate based on the fees subsidy paid by government to tertiary providers last year.) |
$13,076 | $13,076 |
| Total
[?]
Annual: The combined total of the annual amount paid by both the student and government towards the tuition fees for this qualification. (This is an estimate based on recent course enrolments and the fees subsidy paid by government to tertiary providers last year.) Total qualification: The combined total of the amount paid by both the student and government towards the total tuition fees for this qualification. (This is an estimate based on recent course enrolments and the fees subsidy paid by government to tertiary providers last year.) |
$19,656 | $19,656 |
| Compulsory student services fee | ||
| Student loan information [?] Click here for more information on loans and allowances. | StudyLink | |
| Student success | ||
| Successful course completions [?] The percentage of students who successfully completed courses towards this qualification last year. | N/A | |
| National graduate outcomes (3 years after completion) | ||
| Median earnings [?] The median represents the middle value for all earnings of young graduates who completed a qualification in this subject area at this level nationally. Earnings do not relate specifically to graduates who completed qualifications at this TEO. | N/A | |
| Earnings range [?] The range shows the upper and lower quartile values representing the one quarter point and three quarters point for all earnings of young graduates who completed qualifications in this subject area. Half of all graduates had earnings within this range. | N/A - N/A | |
| In employment [?] This percentage relates to young graduates who completed a qualification in this subject area at this level nationally and does not relate specifically to graduates who completed qualifications at this TEO. | N/A | |
| In further study [?] This percentage relates to young graduates who completed a qualification in this subject area at this level nationally and does not relate specifically to graduates who completed qualifications at this TEO. | N/A | |
| On a benefit [?] This percentage relates to young graduates who completed a qualification in this subject area at this level nationally and does not relate specifically to graduates who completed qualifications at this TEO. | N/A | |
| Note: all KIS information is the most recent available relating to domestic students only. Click here for more information about the Key Information for Students |
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Information is correct as at February 2021. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. To provide you with an indication of costs, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2021 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2021 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2021 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2021 are based on the 2020 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2021. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology Limited is accredited under the provisions of the Education Act 1989. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.