Otago Polytechnic is a well?established public vocational and technical education institute in New?Zealand, centred in Dunedin with additional campuses in Cromwell (Central Otago) and an Auckland International Campus. It offers career?focused qualifications from certificates to postgraduate diplomas and degrees across a wide range of fields including automotive, business, engineering, IT and design.

 

International students from across the world enrol at Otago Polytechnic, benefiting from practical learning environments, real?world projects, industry connections and student support services such as career advice, health and wellbeing support, and international student guidance.

 

Disciplines / Specialisation

This qualification specialises in electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid systems — a high?growth area within automotive engineering. You’ll gain skills in:

• High?voltage systems

• Advanced diagnostics

• EV energy systems

• Management and workshop responsibilities

 

Programme Highlights

• Specialist qualification in electric vehicle automotive engineering — one of the most future?oriented technical fields in the automotive sector.
• Hands?on technical skills blended with management and workplace compliance understanding.
• Flexible blended learning combining online study and block courses.
• Multiple entry intakes throughout the year.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates from this Level?5 Certificate may find roles such as:

• Electric Vehicle Automotive Technician

• Hybrid Vehicle Diagnostic Specialist

• EV Workshop Technician

• Lead Technician or EV Systems Specialist

 

Visa Requirements for International Students

If you plan to study this programme in New?Zealand and it meets visa criteria (generally for certificates of sufficient study load), you need a New?Zealand Student Visa. Key points:

• Obtain an Offer of Place from Otago Polytechnic before applying.

• Provide proof of tuition payment, living funds, valid passport and insurance.

• Student visas now allow up to 25?hours of work per week during term time (for visas granted after Nov?2025).

• Apply at least 3?months before you plan to arrive to avoid delays.