Entry requirements

To be considered for enrolment in the Construction programmes you must have at least one of the following qualifications:

• 35 or more credits towards NCEA Level 2 in four subjects including Maths and English,
• NZQA Unit Standards equivalent to the above,
• New Zealand Sixth Form Certificate in at least 3 subjects preferably including Maths and English,
• National Certificate in Carpentry,
• Qualifications equivalent to the above.

If you do not have any of the above qualifications but have relevant skills and/or work experience you may still be able to enrol in these programmes. You will be asked to provide other evidence which must be sufficient to meet the enrolment entry requirements. Please contact the Programme Co-ordinator to discuss your options.

If you are currently studying or have studied towards one of the Construction Diplomas with another institution please contact the Programme Co-ordinator before enrolling.

English Language

If English is not your first language, you must supply evidence of one of the following with your enrolment application:

• A minimum score of 6.0 (academic) in IELTS (with no individual band score less than 5.5)
• Passes in other recognised English proficiency tests equivalent to the above, subject to Academic Registrar’s discretion
• Evidence of successful study at a tertiary level taught in English.

Computer requirements

We recommended you have access to a computer and have word processing experience. If you study the National Diploma in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying you will also need a basic knowledge of spreadsheets.

Enrolment 

If this is your first enrolment into a Construction Programme you need to submit the following information:

• A completed Application for Enrolment form
• A current curriculum vitae (CV)
• A letter explaining why you wish to study and what it will help you achieve. 

Please make sure your letter answers the following questions set out below. This is so that we can make sure you enrol in the right course and that you understand the amount of time and commitment needed to complete a Level 6 Diploma. 

• Why do you want to study the National Diploma?
• Career wise, what do you hope the National Diploma will help you achieve?
• How many hours a week will you set aside for study and how will you manage this time?
• What support will you have while studying? E.g. employer, mentor or family member. 

If you have not recently studied at tertiary level, you may benefit from a Tertiary Studies Skills course that we offer. Please discuss your particular situation with the Programme Co-ordinator. 

Once your application has been received you will be contacted by a Lecturer / Programme coordinator who will discuss the above in a telephone interview.  

Re-enrolment

You can re-enrol by completing a 2010 Reenrolment Form or by calling us on 0508 650 200.

Programme Co-ordinators

National Diploma in Architectural Technology - Alison Holleyoak

National Diploma in Construction Management - Alan Muxlow

National Diploma in Quantity Surveying - Alan Muxlow