Entry requirements
You need to have one of the following to enter this programme:
- NCEA Level 2*, and a minimum total of 48 credits at Level 2 in four subjects including at least 12 credits in mathematics (preferably achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry); or
- Equivalent qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate or Cambridge); or
- Equivalent credits from appropriate trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience.
*Including a minimum of 10 literacy credits at level 1 or higher for those who have achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013.
20 years or older
If you are 20 or older and do not hold the minimum entry requirements you may be eligible to be enrolled if your previous educational, work or life experience indicates you have a reasonable likelihood of success.
Maths requirements
Mathematics is an integral part of engineering. If you are following the fire engineering strand of the NZDE you may wish to revise your maths knowledge before enrolling in the diploma by completing:
OP3350 : Certificate of Achievement in Fundamentals of Mathematics
This qualification is currently offered fees free.
English language requirements
Domestic students for whom English or Māori is not their first language must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent.
Learn more about English language requirements
Textbooks
You will need to purchase textbooks for some courses at an additional cost to your course fees.
International learners and domestic learners living overseas
You cannot study this programme if you are
- An international learner living in New Zealand
- An international learner living overseas
- New Zealand citizen or permanent resident living overseas
Computer and internet requirements
This programme is delivered online. To complete this programme you will need access to a laptop or desktop computer, reliable broadband internet connection and a data plan able to support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content, and writing and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.
Learn more about our online learning and study tools.
