Program Overview
The Engineering Studies at University of Canterbury is a MEng programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Engineering Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 51,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 36,150 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Engineering Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Management
- Earthquake Engineering
- Engineering Mathematics
- Fire Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Candidates must normally have completed one of the following:
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours with first or second class honours
Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering with a GPA of 5 or more
Bachelor of Science with Honours in appropriate subjects.
Relevance and standard of previous study is the main criteria for approval.
Students wishing to enrol in postgraduate study must have completed both the academic and non-academic requirements of the prerequisite degree. This includes practical work days, work reports, a workshop training course and a first aid certificate.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 51,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 36,150 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 51,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 36,150 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Canterbury directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand
public research university in Christchurch, New Zealand
University Profile- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
