Bachelor of Applied Technology - Automotive Engineering
Keep pace with the advances in automotive technology and find out how international trends affect national decisions about automotive applications. Learn about transport efficiency and sustainability issues, and vehicle systems diagnosis. Learn to be innovative and gain the skills to confidently apply your knowledge in a wide range of situations. Develop an understanding of how to run a small business and manage projects. You’ll also improve your communication and problem-solving skills.
Highlights
- Critical analysis is an important component of your study: compare and contrast existing automotive systems and modify them where applicable
- Access to multiple well-equipped specialist workshops and laboratories
- Access to a range of vehicles for project work
- Undertake a major industry project in your final year where you can make valuable contacts for your future career in the automotive industry
Qualification pathway
Once you’ve successfully completed this programme you’ll receive the qualification: Bachelor of Applied Technology.
Exit qualification: Students who complete the first two years of this degree may exit the programme with the qualification: Diploma in Applied Technology (Automotive Engineering).
Campus Information
Mt Albert campus
Carrington Road, Mt Albert, Auckland New Zealand
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- Vehicle Inspector
- Vehicle Service Technician
- Vehicle Service Technician
- Vehicle Service Center Operations Manager
- Sports Vehicle Technician
- Vehicle Business Owner
- Automotive Trainer
- Vehicle Service Advisor
- Warranty and Insurance Claim Officer
- Automotive Product Manager
PSW Opportunity
Level 7 (Bachelor’s degree)
- Duration: Equal to length of study (typically up to 3 years)
- Requirement: minimum 30 weeks full time study in NZ
Level 7 (Graduate Diploma)
Eligible for PSWV
Conditions:
- Must also hold a Bachelor’s degree (NZ or overseas)
- Duration: Up to length of study (typically 1 year)
Level 8 (Postgraduate Diploma)
- Duration: Equal to length of study, OR
- Up to 3 years in some cases (if part of higher qualification pathway)
Level 9 and 10 (Master’s degree and Doctoral degree)
- Duration: 3 years
- Condition: Must study at least 30 weeks in New Zealand
- Most eligible international students can work up to 25 hours per week during study and full-time during scheduled breaks, only if their student visa includes work rights.
- Foundation, pathway and short courses have different rules.
- Not allowed for part time students.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
FOR INDIA
- All India Senior School Certificate (10+2) or equivalent with
- with passes of 70% in 4 academic subjects.
FOR BANGLADESH
- Successful completion of 1 year of tertiary study or 3 A Levels average or IB 25+
FOR NEPAL
- Proficiency Certificate with a grade average of 80%
FOR SRI LANKA
- Sri Lankan GCE A Levels with 3 passes in relevant subjects.
- Applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies
English Language Requirements :
- An equivalent of IELTS (Academic) with minimum band scores of 6.0 with no individual band lower than 5.5 from one test taken in the preceding two years,
- Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students.
- University Entrance Literacy: 10 credits at Level 2 or above in English or M?ori (5 in Reading, 5 in Writing); or
For More Information Pls Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
76131 NZD
Average Cost of Living: 20000 NZD /year
Application Fee: N/A
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