Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)
Civil
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Three-year NZQA Level 7 degree preparing students for careers in civil infrastructure design and development, with electives in structural, water/waste, and transportation engineering. Program includes capstone projects with industry links, and is accredited by EngNZ.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 3 years
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Develop core engineering skills
Build a strong foundation in computing, mathematics, management, and engineering sciences relevant to civil engineering.
Specialise in key civil engineering fields
Choose elective strands to develop expertise in structural, water and wastewater, or roading and transportation engineering.
Apply engineering knowledge to real-world projects
Engage in capstone projects partnered with industry, developing professional portfolios and industry contacts.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil) at Ara is a three-year, full-time degree program designed to prepare students for diverse roles in civil infrastructure design and development. Students gain core engineering skills in mathematics, computing, management, and the engineering sciences, before specialising in elective strands such as structural, water and wastewater, or roading and transportation engineering. The program features capstone projects partnered with industry, offering real-world experience. The degree is fully accredited by Engineering New Zealand and recognised internationally under the Sydney Accord.
Course Content
- Core engineering skills in computing, mathematics, management, and engineering sciences
- Structural engineering
- Water and wastewater engineering
- Roading and transportation engineering
- Project management
- Critical thinking, problem solving, and innovation
- Professional engineering practice
- Capstone industry project
- Surveying
- Geotechnical engineering
- Engineering communication
- Engineering mathematics (Levels 5-7)
- Fluid mechanics (Civil)
- Civil materials
- Engineering design and drawing
- Highway engineering
- Structures
- Civil engineering detailing and modelling
- Structural steel and timber
- Structural concrete
- Hydrology and erosion management
- Traffic engineering
- Water and waste management
- Building Information Modelling (BIM)
- CAD visualisation and presentation
- Urban drainage systems
- Urban transport planning
- Risk management
- Professional recognition by Engineering New Zealand
What you need to know first
New Zealand University Entrance: NCEA Level 3 with 14 credits in Physics, Calculus, and one other approved subject
Literacy: 10 credits at Level 2 or above (5 credits reading, 5 writing)
Numeracy: 10 credits at Level 1 or above
or approved equivalent (e.g., International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Assessment)
Alternative entry possible based on other tertiary study, work, or life experience
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Civil Engineering
Infrastructure
Construction
Transport Engineering
Water and Environmental Engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Engineering technologist (civil)
Structural engineer (graduate/technologist roles)
Water and wastewater engineer
Roading and transportation engineer
Geotechnical engineer (graduate/technologist roles)
Environmental engineering firms
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