The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (BE(Hons)) is AUT's flagship professional engineering degree and is accredited by Engineering New Zealand, a signatory to the Washington Accord. This means the qualification is internationally recognized in many countries worldwide.

Key Reasons to Choose This Programme

• Internationally accredited engineering qualification.
• Strong industry partnerships with organizations such as Fisher & Paykel, Beca, Spark, Contact Energy, and other leading employers.
• Extensive project-based and practical learning.
• Opportunity to complete an industry-based capstone project.
• Access to modern engineering laboratories and facilities.
• 800 hours of supervised industry work experience integrated into the degree.
• Graduates are prepared for professional engineering careers globally.
• Focus on sustainable engineering solutions and innovation.

Programme Structure

The programme combines fundamental engineering knowledge, practical projects, professional skills development, and specialist study.

Year 1

Students are introduced to:

• Engineering fundamentals
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Engineering design
• Programming
• Professional engineering skills

Years 2–4

Students specialize in their chosen engineering discipline and study advanced engineering topics.

Key features include:

• Advanced technical courses
• Engineering design projects
• Laboratory work
• Professional practice
• Industry engagement
• Capstone engineering project

Final-Year Industry Project

Students complete a major industry-based engineering project with organizations such as:

• Fisher & Paykel
• Beca
• Genesis Energy
• Contact Energy
• Spark
• Auckland Airport

Engineering Specialisations (Majors)

Students choose one major:

Architectural Engineering

Focuses on:

• Building systems
• Sustainable buildings
• Building services engineering
• Construction technologies

Civil Construction Engineering

Focuses on:

• Infrastructure
• Construction management
• Structural systems
• Transportation engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Focuses on:

• Power systems
• Electronics
• Telecommunications
• Automation

Mechanical Engineering

Focuses on:

• Machine design
• Manufacturing
• Thermodynamics
• Mechanical systems

Mechatronics Engineering

Focuses on:

• Robotics
• Automation
• Artificial intelligence applications
• Embedded systems

Software Engineering

Focuses on:

• Software design
• Software development
• Systems engineering
• Emerging technologies

Maritime Engineering

Delivered in partnership with the Australian Maritime College (AMC), Tasmania.

Students complete:

• Years 1–2 at AUT
• Years 3–4 at AMC, Tasmania

Specialisation options include:

• Naval Architecture
• Ocean Engineering

Practical Work Experience Requirement

A distinctive feature of the programme is the requirement to complete:

800 Hours of Supervised Work Experience

Students must complete planned and supervised industry work experience before graduation.

This experience helps students:

• Develop professional engineering skills
• Build industry networks
• Gain practical workplace exposure
• Improve employability

Career Outcomes

Graduates may pursue careers such as:

Civil and Infrastructure

• Civil Engineer
• Construction Engineer
• Infrastructure Engineer

Electrical and Electronic

• Electrical Engineer
• Electronics Engineer
• Control Systems Engineer

Mechanical and Manufacturing

• Mechanical Engineer
• Design Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer

Mechatronics and Robotics

• Robotics Engineer
• Automation Engineer
• Systems Engineer

Software and Digital Technologies

• Software Engineer
• Systems Developer
• Software Architect

Building and Architectural Systems

• Building Services Engineer
• Architectural Engineer

Maritime Engineering

• Naval Architect
• Ocean Engineer

Special Requirements and Important Notes

Industry Experience Requirement

Students must complete:

• 800 hours of planned and supervised engineering work experience.

Maritime Engineering Pathway

Students selecting Maritime Engineering complete:

• First two years at AUT (Auckland)
• Final two years at the Australian Maritime College in Tasmania, Australia.

Mathematics and Physics Preparation

Strong preparation in:

• Calculus
• Physics

Latest Updates

• AUT currently offers seven engineering majors within the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).
• The degree remains accredited by Engineering New Zealand and recognized under the Washington Accord.
• The programme continues to require 800 hours of supervised industry experience.
• Current published intakes include July 2026, February 2027, and July 2027. 

New Zealand Student Visa Requirements

International students generally require a New Zealand Student Visa.

Typical requirements include:

• Offer of Place from AUT
• Proof of tuition fee payment
• Valid passport
• Evidence of sufficient living funds
• Medical examinations (if required)
• Police clearance certificates (if required)
• Health and travel insurance