Entry requirements

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold one of the following: 

• NCEA Level 2 including 12 credits in mathematics (excluding statistics) and a minimum of 12 literacy credits at NCEA Level 1;
• OR a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 4 or above; or equivalent.

If you do not meet these entry criteria you can get in touch to discuss your study options.   

20 years of over

If you're 20 years or older and have not reached the general admission requirements you will be eligible for Special Admission. 
 

Language Literacy requirements  

All applicants for whom English or te reo Māori is not a first language need to provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the programme.

International applicants are required to have an IELTS score of 6 (academic) with no individual band lower than 5.5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.  

Learn more about English language requirements

International students

This programme is not available to international students.

Domestic students living overseas

You can study this programme if you’re a New Zealand citizen living overseas. 

You are required to be in New Zealand while  completing CONS5003 and CONS6108 due to needing access to a New Zealand build.  

Learn more about studying from overseas

Study materials

You will need paper and drawing equipment for both manual and computer-aided drawing (CAD) for all drawing courses.

Computer and internet requirements

Courses in this programme are delivered online. This means you will access course material and submit assessments online. Our online courses may include reading, videos, quizzes or activities, and you may need to download content.

For online learning and assessments, you need:

• Regular access to a computer
• Reliable internet and data plan.

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.

Find out more about online learning