Course overview
New Zealand Diploma in Engineering – Civil 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 February.
whitireia-and-weltec is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | whitireia-and-weltec (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Wellington, New Zealand |
| Course | New Zealand Diploma in Engineering – Civil |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Engineering |
| Duration | 2 years full time |
| Tuition per year | NZ$29,500 (≈ ₹15.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | February |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0, or equivalent |
Interested in New Zealand Diploma in Engineering – Civil?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is NZ$29,500 a year, about ₹15.9 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly NZ$59,000 (≈ ₹31.9 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
| Cost | In NZD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| HomestayMinimum four weeks; book at least four weeks before arrival | NZ$340per week | ≈ ₹18,360 |
| Homestay placement feeNon-refundable | NZ$310one-off | ≈ ₹16,740 |
| Medical and travel insurance (compulsory)NZ$448 per trimester | NZ$896per year | ≈ ₹48,384 |
| Admin and student services feesNZ$304 admin plus NZ$424 student services | NZ$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.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
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.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 5.5 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 Academic | NZQA equivalents: 50 (no band below 42) for Levels 6–7; 58 (no band below 50) for Levels 8–10. |
| TOEFL iBT | NZQA 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 pathway | The NZ Certificate in English Language (Academic) at Levels 4 and 5 runs for 17 weeks at the Petone campus. |
Intakes
This course starts in: February.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in New ZealandHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- 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.
Official page
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.
Similar courses
Engineering courses at other universities in New Zealand
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)ara-institute-of-canterbury3 years (360 credits, full time) · NZ$31,101 / year
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)Auckland University of Technology (AUT)4 years · NZ$51,360 / year
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil) (Level 7)manukau-institute-of-technology3 years (360 credits, full time) · NZ$30,076 / year
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) (Level 6)manukau-institute-of-technology2 years (240 credits, full time) · NZ$30,076 / year
- Bachelor of AviationMassey University3 years · NZ$117,780 / year
- Bachelor of Engineering TechnologyOtago Polytechnic3 years (360 credits, full time) · NZ$29,000 / year
More courses at whitireia-and-weltec
- Master of Information Technology18 months full time (180 credits), Petone campus · NZ$27,000 / year
- Master of Management18 months full time (180 credits); specialisations in Marketing, Information Systems, Digital Business, Finance and Hospitality · NZ$27,000 / year
- Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology1 year full time (120 credits) · NZ$29,000 / year
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management1 year full time · NZ$29,000 / year
- Graduate Diploma in Information Technology1 year full time · NZ$28,500 / year
- Master of Professional Practice (Leadership)18 months full time (180 credits) · NZ$27,000 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for New Zealand Diploma in Engineering – Civil at whitireia-and-weltec?
The tuition for international students is NZ$29,500 a year (about ₹15.9 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 Engineering – Civil?
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: February. 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.
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