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New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying)

whitireia-and-weltec · Wellington, New Zealand · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

2 years full time

Tuition / year

NZ$28,500 (≈ ₹15.4 lakh)

Intakes

March

Course overview

New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in engineering at whitireia-and-weltec in Wellington, New Zealand. It takes 2 years full time, with intakes in March.

whitireia-and-weltec is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universitywhitireia-and-weltec (Public)
LocationWellington, New Zealand
CourseNew Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying)
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaEngineering
Duration2 years full time
Tuition per yearNZ$28,500 (≈ ₹15.4 lakh)
IntakesMarch
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.0, or equivalent

Interested in New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.

Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is NZ$28,500 a year, about ₹15.4 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly NZ$57,000 (≈ ₹30.8 lakh) before any yearly increase.

Indicative 2027 fee; insurance ($896), admin fee ($304) and student services fee ($424) are extra each year

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn NZDApprox. in rupees
HomestayMinimum four weeks; book at least four weeks before arrivalNZ$340per week≈ ₹18,360
Homestay placement feeNon-refundableNZ$310one-off≈ ₹16,740
Medical and travel insurance (compulsory)NZ$448 per trimesterNZ$896per year≈ ₹48,384
Admin and student services feesNZ$304 admin plus NZ$424 student servicesNZ$728per year≈ ₹39,312

Living costs for New Zealand as a whole: NZ$20,000–27,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at whitireia-and-weltec for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Bachelor's degrees and diplomas need a completed Class 12. Whitireia and WelTec checks school results against its own country equivalence list and does not state an Indian percentage online, so confirm your marks with the international team.
  • Meet the programme's IELTS (or equivalent) requirement; nursing and paramedic degrees ask for 6.5 in every band.
  • Some pathway entries are conditional, for example Year 2 entry to the Bachelor of IT depends on obtaining IELTS 6.0.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0, or equivalent.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic5.5 for Level 5 diplomas; 6.0 for bachelor's degrees, Level 6 diplomas and graduate diplomas; 6.5 for postgraduate diplomas and master's; 6.5 in every band for nursing and paramedic programmes.
PTE AcademicNZQA equivalents: 50 (no band below 42) for Levels 6–7; 58 (no band below 50) for Levels 8–10.
TOEFL iBTNZQA equivalents: 60 (writing 18) for Levels 6–7; 79 (writing 21) for Levels 8–10. The new TOEFL format from January 2026 is scored differently, so check with the institute.
English pathwayThe NZ Certificate in English Language (Academic) at Levels 4 and 5 runs for 17 weeks at the Petone campus.

Need a score? IELTS and PTE coaching is available with us.

Intakes

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for New Zealand, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Certified academic documents (Class 10 and 12 mark sheets; degree certificate and transcripts for postgraduate study)
  • Evidence of English proficiency, such as an IELTS or PTE score report
  • Certified copy of your passport
  • Statement of purpose
  • Current CV

Scholarships

  • Whitireia and WelTec International Study Grant 2027

    UG and PG

    Value: One-off NZ$3,000

    Eligible international students enrolling in 12 months of full-time study (120 credits); subject to the institute's terms. Ask international@wandw.ac.nz about eligibility.

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About whitireia-and-weltec

Whitireia and WelTec is a public institute of technology in the Wellington region, formed from two long-standing polytechnics: WelTec, whose history goes back to 1904, and Whitireia, named after the Whitireia mountain at Titahi Bay. It teaches over 8,000 learners a year from certificates to master's degrees.

It is a practical, job-focused institution. Information technology, business and management, engineering and construction, and design are taught mainly at the Petone campus in Lower Hutt; nursing and paramedicine are based at the Porirua campus. Classes are smaller than at a university and much of the teaching is project-based.

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FAQs

What is the fee for New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) at whitireia-and-weltec?

The tuition for international students is NZ$28,500 a year (about ₹15.4 lakh). Indicative 2027 fee; insurance ($896), admin fee ($304) and student services fee ($424) are extra each year. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying)?

The course takes 2 years full time.

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.0, or equivalent. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: March. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. whitireia-and-weltec: New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) (opens in a new tab)
  2. Whitireia and WelTec: International Info Card 2027 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  3. Whitireia and WelTec: International Prospectus 2026 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  4. Whitireia and WelTec: international students (opens in a new tab)
  5. Whitireia and WelTec: who we are (opens in a new tab)

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