Postgraduate Courses at Unitec Institute of Technology

Master of Architecture (Professional)

Masters (Coursework)

Mt Albert

Want to become a registered architect? If you've already completed an undergraduate degree in architecture, this master's degree provides you with the advanced knowledge and skills to become a registered architect.

Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

A recognised Bachelor's degree in the discipline of architecture, with a grade point average of 4.0 (grade of B-) or higher in all Level 7 courses. Or
A recognised postgraduate diploma in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project, with a B- average. Or
A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as being equivalent to the above

And meet one of the English entry requirements;

University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Non-Academic requirements

A significant portfolio of professional work sufficient to enable critical reflection on your prior practice

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 475 KB)

International students Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

A recognised Bachelor's degree in the discipline of architecture, with a grade point average of 4.0 (grade of B-) or higher in all Level 7 courses. Or
A recognised postgraduate diploma in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project, with a B- average. Or
A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as being equivalent to the above

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Non-Academic requirements

A significant portfolio of professional work sufficient to enable critical reflection on your prior practice

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 475 KB)

Intake Months

Feb

Domestic Tuition Fees

$8,400 per year

International Tuition Fees

$32,877 per year

Graduate Diploma in Computing

Graduate Diploma

Mt Albert

Take your computing career to the next level at a time and pace that suits you. Select the topics that interest you from software and game design/development, business intelligence and analysis, to cybersecurity and networks.

Entry Requirements

For this programme, you will need the following:

1. A recognised degree, a professional qualification in a relevant discipline or the ability to demonstrate competencies equivalent to the above
2. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
3. If English is your second language, you are required to have one or more of the following:

Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

Don't meet the requirements? We also accept:

Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$7,000 per year

International Tuition Fees

$25,377 per year

Master of Landscape Architecture

Masters (Coursework)

Mt Albert

Are you an experienced landscape architect or recent graduate looking to explore design research at a postgraduate level? Undertake your own project in the Master of Landscape Architecture and explore key contemporary concepts in landscape architectural design and urbanism.

Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

A recognised undergraduate degree with an average grade of B- or higher in all level 7 courses, in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project; Or
A recognised postgraduate diploma in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project, with a B- average

And meet one of the English entry requirements;

University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Non-Academic requirements

A significant portfolio of professional work sufficient to enable critical reflection on their prior practice at the outset of the programme of study

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 74 KB)

International students Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

A recognised undergraduate degree with an average grade of B- or higher in all level 7 courses, in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project; Or
A recognised postgraduate diploma in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project, with a B- average

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 74 KB)

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$8,100 per year

International Tuition Fees

$32,877 per year

Graduate Diploma in Professional Accountancy

Graduate Diploma

Mt Albert

This is an advanced accounting programme for accounting graduates working towards the academic requirements for professional body membership. It is relevant for students with overseas degrees in accounting wanting to get a New Zealand qualification and practical experience, and for those wishing to move into accounting from a related discipline.

Entry Requirements

For this programme, you will need the following:

1. A recognised degree, a professional qualification in a relevant discipline or the ability to demonstrate competencies equivalent to the above
2. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
3. If English is your second language, you are required to have one or more of the following:

Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

Don't meet the requirements? We also accept:

Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$7,000 per year

International Tuition Fees

$25,377 per year

Graduate Diploma in Business (Human Resource Management)

Graduate Diploma

Mt Albert

Develop a sound understanding of the theory and principles of human resource management in as little as one year. Apply what you've learnt in an industry placement.

Entry Requirements

For this programme, you will need the following:

1. A recognised degree, a professional qualification in a relevant discipline or the ability to demonstrate competencies equivalent to the above
2. If you're a graduate of Unitec's Bachelor of Business, you cannot be admitted to the Graduate Diploma in Business in the same specialisation in which you majored in the degree
3. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
4. If English is your second language, you are required to have one or more of the following:

Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
Pearson Test of English (Academic): 50 with no score lower than 50
Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

Don't meet the requirements? We also accept:

Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission; or
If you're seeking entry based on work experience, you will be required to demonstrate, in a written application, CV and attestation from suitable referees, that you have substantial professional experience in activities related to this programme, and/or be able to demonstrate equivalent competencies.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$6,700 per year

International Tuition Fees

$25,377 per year

Master of Architecture

Masters (Coursework)

Mt Albert

Undertake your own architecture design project. Identify the unique qualities of your work and how to use these to forge new directions for your design practice.

Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

An undergraduate degree in a discipline relevant to your proposed programme of study, with an average grade of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses. Or
A postgraduate diploma in a discipline relevant to your proposed programme of study, with an average grade of B- or higher

And meet one of the English entry requirements;

University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Non-Academic requirements

A significant portfolio of professional work sufficient to enable critical reflection on their prior practice at the outset of the programme of study.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 73 KB)

International students Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

An undergraduate degree in a discipline relevant to your proposed programme of study, with an average grade of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses. Or
A postgraduate diploma in a discipline relevant to your proposed programme of study, with an average grade of B- or higher

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Non-Academic requirements

A significant portfolio of professional work sufficient to enable critical reflection on their prior practice at the outset of the programme of study.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 73 KB)

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$8,100 per year

International Tuition Fees

$32,877 per year

Graduate Diploma in Business (Marketing)

Graduate Diploma

Mt Albert

Develop a sound understanding of marketing in just one year, with the potential to open many doors for your career. The marketing role in a business is vital to convey value to potential and existing customers. And the role of a marketer is necessary to get that message to the intended audience.

Entry Requirements

For this programme, you will need the following:

1. A recognised degree, a professional qualification in a relevant discipline or the ability to demonstrate competencies equivalent to the above
2. If you're a graduate of Unitec's Bachelor of Business, you cannot be admitted to the Graduate Diploma in Business in the same specialisation in which you majored in the degree
3. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
4. If English is your second language, you are required to have one or more of the following:

Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
Pearson Test of English (Academic): 50 with no score lower than 50
Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

Don't meet the requirements? We also accept:

Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission; or
If you're seeking entry based on work experience, you will be required to demonstrate, in a written application, CV and attestation from suitable referees, that you have substantial professional experience in activities related to this programme, and/or be able to demonstrate equivalent competencies.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$6,700 per year

International Tuition Fees

$25,377 per year

Master of Creative Practice

Masters (Coursework)

Mt Albert

Are you passionate about creativity, art practice or cultural expression? Do you enjoy designing solutions to complex problems, or imagining new ways of experiencing and living in the world? Would you like to influence society by changing opinions and values to make a positive difference? Could your portfolio benefit from completing an advanced creative research project? Advance your career through a Masters programme designed for creative professionals.

Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

A recognised Bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline, with merit achievement deemed to be an average grade of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses; or
A professional qualifications in a relevant discipline, recognized as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor degree.

And meet one of the English entry requirements;

University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 322 KB)

International students Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

A recognised Bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline, with merit achievement deemed to be an average grade of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses; or
A professional qualifications in a relevant discipline, recognized as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor degree.

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 322 KB)

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$8,100 per year

International Tuition Fees

$32,877 per year

Graduate Diploma in Construction Project Management

Graduate Diploma

Mt Albert

Already working in the construction industry and want to move into project management? Develop the knowledge and skills to effectively organise and manage activities on a construction site.

Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students

Academic & Non-Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

Completed a related/ similar undergraduate degree accredited by NZQA recognized: OR
Successful completion of New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Construction Management) or New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology or New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) AND have at least three years experience in the field of Quantity
Surveying or Construction Management: OR
Have a professional qualification in a relevant discipline AND be able to demonstrate competency equivalent to a graduate from qualifications; OR
Have a minimum of six years management experience in the field of construction or closely related industry and with the approval of the relevant Academic Authority to enrol

And meet one of the English entry requirements;

University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 160 KB)

International students Academic requirements

As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the following;

All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement or
Successful completion of New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Construction Management) or New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology or New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) AND have at least three years experience in the field of Quantity: OR
Have a professional qualification in a relevant discipline AND be able to demonstrate competency equivalent to a graduate from qualifications; OR
Have a minimum of six years of management experience in the field of construction or closely related industry and with the approval of the relevant Academic Authority to enrol

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6 with no band score lower than 5.5; or
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 160 KB)

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$8,300 per year

International Tuition Fees

$25,377 per year

Graduate Certificate in Professional Accountancy

Graduate Certificate

Mt Albert

Do you have areas you wish to target to improve your accounting knowledge and skills? The Graduate Certificate in Professional Accountancy offers advanced accounting courses designed to develop your technical capabilities.

Entry Requirements

For this programme, you will need the following:

1. A recognised degree, a professional qualification in a relevant discipline or the ability to demonstrate competencies equivalent to the above
2. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
3. If English is your second language, you will need one or more of the following:

Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

Don't meet the requirements? We also accept:

Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Tuition Fees

$3,400 per year

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