The University of Auckland is New?Zealand’s largest university and one of the most prestigious in the Asia?Pacific region. It attracts students from more than 100 countries and provides extensive support services for international learners, including academic advising, wellbeing services, English language support, career development services, and visa guidance. Auckland itself is a multicultural, student?friendly global city with strong industry connections, particularly in engineering and technology sectors.

 

Why Study the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering?

The Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering (PGCertEng) is designed to expand and deepen your engineering knowledge, build professional skills, and support further study. It is suitable for those who:

• Already hold an undergraduate degree and want to enhance employability in specialised engineering fields.

• Seek flexible study options with the ability to focus on specific technical or management areas.

• Wish to use this certificate as a pathway to a Master’s degree (e.g., Master of Engineering Studies, Master of Professional Engineering).

 

Programme Structure & Subjects

The PGCertEng is flexible and designed to let you tailor your study to interests and career goals. You must complete 60 points of coursework — typically four 15?point courses.

Options

• General Engineering Pathway (Unendorsed):
  Select four courses from one or more engineering areas (e.g., civil, mechanical, electrical) related to Master’s schedules.

• Specialised Pathway (with endorsement):
  Select a minimum of three courses (45 points) from a chosen specialisation and one additional course (15 points).

Available Specialisations

You can focus on one of the following (subject to course availability):

• Chemical & Materials Engineering

• Construction Management Engineering

• Computer Systems Engineering

• Electrical & Electronic Engineering

• Engineering Science

• Food Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Mechatronics Engineering

• Software Engineering

• Sustainable Resource Recovery

 

Career Outcomes

Completing this certificate can help you:

• Strengthen technical and analytical engineering skills.
• Broaden your career options in fields such as design, analysis, systems engineering, project support or technical management.
• Use the certificate as a pathway to a Master’s degree in engineering studies or professional engineering.

 

Visa Requirements (International Students)

To study in New?Zealand as an international student, you need a Student Visa. Requirements generally include:

• Confirmation of enrolment from the University
• Proof of tuition funds and living costs
• Valid passport
• Evidence of English language proficiency
• Health/medical insurance

 

Programme Highlights — At a Glance

• Level?8 postgraduate qualification (60 points) designed to deepen engineering capability.
• Flexible study structure with optional specialisations to match your interests.
• Full?time or part?time study options.
• Suitable for professionals and graduates aiming to boost employability or progress to a Master’s.
• Taught on the vibrant City Campus in Auckland with strong industry and research networks.