Regulations - Engineering
The Degree of Master of Civil Engineering – MCivilEng
The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.
Admission
1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 120 points must have:
a completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study
or
b completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III
or
c (i) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University, or have equivalent prior study
and
(ii) passed 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher
or
d (i) (a) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study
or
(b) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II
and
(ii) at least three years of relevant professional experience approved by the Programme Director
or
e (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree, or have equivalent prior study
and
(ii) completed the requirements for a relevant postgraduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study.
2 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 180 points must have:
a completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study
or
b completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II
or
c (ii) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University, or have equivalent prior study
and
(ii) passed 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher.
3 Equivalence and relevance in Regulations 1 and 2 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.
4 In order to be admitted to this degree, applicants must have completed courses relevant to their intended study, passed any prerequisite courses prior to enrolment in this degree, and satisfied any prerequisites specified in the Master of Civil Engineering Schedule for their intended study.
5 a In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the Associate Dean Postgraduate Research or nominee if they determine that an applicant has a Bachelors degree and relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience of an appropriate kind that is equivalent to one year of postgraduate study.
b In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 2 may be waived by the Associate Dean Postgraduate Research or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.
Notes:
(i) Whether a qualification is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed and the applicant’s intended specialisation. Qualifications in applied science, engineering or technology may be considered relevant.
(ii) This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Engineering.
Duration and Total Points Value
6 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1 or 5a must:
a pass courses with a total value of 120 points
and
b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees
and
c not exceed 160 points for the total enrolment for this degree.
7 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 2 or 5b must:
a pass courses with a total value of 180 points
and
b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees
and
c not exceed 220 points for the total enrolment for this degree.
Structure and Content
8 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Civil Engineering Schedule, which may include the requirements for one of the specialisations listed.
9 A student who has previously passed any course the same as, or similar to, the courses required for this degree must substitute an alternative course as approved by the Programme Director or nominee.
10 A student who has to complete 180 points for this degree must achieve a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher in their first 60 points of taught courses taken for this degree. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Civil Engineering cannot continue.
11 A student who has to complete 180 points for this degree must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in their first 60 points of taught courses taken for this degree to enrol in a thesis for this degree.
12 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.
Reassignment
13 A student may apply to reassign courses passed for this degree to the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering or Postgraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering, providing this degree has not been awarded.
Research Project / Thesis
14 a The research project or thesis is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Academic Head.
b The topic of the research project or thesis must be approved by the Programme Director or nominee prior to enrolment.
c The research project or thesis is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Transfer from Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering
15 A student who has passed courses towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering that are available in this degree may apply to reassign those courses to this degree provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.
Transfer from Postgraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering
16 A student who has passed courses towards a Postgraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering that are available in this degree may apply to reassign those courses to this degree provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.
Distinction / Honours / Merit
17 This degree may be awarded with either Honours, Distinction or Merit in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Variations
18 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.
Amendment
19 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.
A student who has to complete 120 points must satisfy the requirement for one of the following
Requirement:
Research Masters
Prerequisite: A Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher over 60 points from the most recently passed 700 level courses
30 points: ENGGEN 730, ENVENG 702
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 702, 704, 707, 710, 715, 717, 724, 725, 738, 740, 745, 746, 764–766, 769–771, 788, ENGGEN 737, 738, 739 ENVENG 701, 707, 746, 747
15 points: ENGGEN 730
at least 30 points from CIVIL 700, 701, 706, 711, 713, 714, 718–722, 727, 728, 731–734, 737, 741–744, 750, 754, 761–763, 767, 773, 774, 782, ENGGEN 734, 735, 742, 743, ENVENG 705, 706, 740, 744, 752, STRCTENG 710, 711
up to 30 points from other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Programme Director
Specialisations available:
Requirement:
Research Masters
Prerequisite: A Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher over 60 points from the most recently passed 700 level courses
15 points: ENVENG 702
15 points from CIVIL 732, 733, 737, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
15 points: ENGGEN 730
at least 30 points from CIVIL 732, 733, 737
up to 30 points from ENVMGT 748, GEOG 746, other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
30 points: CIVIL 788 Research Project
Requirement:
Research Masters
Prerequisite: A Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher over 60 points from the most recently passed 700 level courses
15 points: ENVENG 702
15 points from CIVIL 704, 707, 738, 743, ENGGEN 739, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 704, 707, 738, 788
15 points: ENGGEN 730
at least 30 points from CIVIL 743, 781, ENGGEN 734, 737, 739
up to 30 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
Prerequisite: A Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher over 60 points from the most recently passed 700 level courses
15 points: ENVENG 702
15 points from ENVENG 701, 705, 707, 740, 744, 746, 747, 752, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 788, ENVENG 701, 707, 746, 747
15 points: ENGGEN 730
at least 30 points from ENVENG 705, 740, 744, 752
up to 30 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
Prerequisite: A Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher over 60 points from the most recently passed 700 level courses
15 points: ENVENG 702
15 points from CIVIL 700, 702, 720–722, 724, 725, 728, 741, 754, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 702, 724, 725, 788
15 points: ENGGEN 730
at least 30 points from CIVIL 700, 720–722, 728, 741, 754
up to 30 points from EARTHSCI 770–771, other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
Prerequisite: A Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher over 60 points from the most recently passed 700 level courses
15 points: ENVENG 702
15 points from CIVIL 710, 711, 713–715, 717–721, 727, 742, 744–746, 750, STRCTENG 710, 711, 760, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 710, 715, 717, 745, 746, 788
15 points: ENGGEN 730
at least 30 points from CIVIL 711, 713, 714, 718–721, 727, 742, 744, 750, STRCTENG 710, 711, 760
up to 30 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
Prerequisite: A Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher over 60 points from the most recently passed 700 level courses
15 points: ENVENG 702
15 points from CIVIL 761–767, 769–771, 773, 774, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 764–766, 769–771, 788
15 points: ENGGEN 730
at least 30 points from CIVIL 761–763, 767, 773, 774
up to 30 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
Prerequisite: A Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher over 60 points from the most recently passed 700 level courses
15 points: ENVENG 702
15 points from CIVIL 706, 731–734, 737, 782, ENVENG 701, 740, 746, other 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 788, ENVENG 701, 746
15 points: ENGGEN 730
at least 30 points from CIVIL 706, 731–734, 737, 782, ENVENG 740
up to 30 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
A student who has to complete 180 points must satisfy the requirement for one of the following
Requirement:
Research Masters
60 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769, ENVENG 702
30 points from CIVIL 700–702, 704, 706, 707, 710, 711, 713–715, 717–722, 724, 725, 727, 728, 730–734, 737, 738, 740–746, 750, 754, 761–767, 769–771, 773, 774, 782, ENGGEN 734, 735, 737–739, 743, ENVENG 701, 703, 705–707, 740, 744, 746, 747, 750, 752, STRCTENG 710, 711
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
60 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769, ENVENG 702
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 702, 704, 707, 710, 715, 717, 724, 725, 738, 740, 745, 746, 764–766, 769–771, 788, ENGGEN 737, 738, 739, ENVENG 701, 707, 746, 747
45 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769
at least 60 points from CIVIL 700, 701, 706, 711, 713, 714, 718–722, 727, 728, 731–734, 737, 741–744, 750, 754, 761–763, 767, 773, 774, 782, ENGGEN 734, 735, 743, ENVENG 705, 706, 740, 744, 752, STRCTENG 710, 711
up to 30 points from other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Programme Director
Specialisations available:
Requirement:
Research Masters
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
60 points from CIVIL 732, 733, 737, ENVMGT 748, GEOG 746, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
30 points from CIVIL 732, 733, 737, ENVMGT 748, GEOG 746, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
45 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769
45 points: CIVIL 732, 733, 737
45 points from ENVMGT 748, GEOG 746, other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
30 points: CIVIL 788 Research Project
Requirement:
Research Masters
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
60 points from CIVIL 704, 707, 738, 743, 781, ENGGEN 739, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
30 points from CIVIL 704, 707, 738, 743, 781, ENGGEN 739, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 704, 707, 738, 788
45 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769
at least 45 points from CIVIL 743, 781, ENGGEN 734, 737, 739
up to 45 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
60 points from ENVENG 701, 705, 707, 740, 744, 746, 747, 752, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
30 points from ENVENG 701, 705, 707, 740, 744, 746, 747, 752, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 788, ENVENG 701, 707, 746, 747
45 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769
at least 45 points from ENVENG 705, 740, 744, 752
up to 45 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
60 points from CIVIL 700, 702, 720–722, 724, 725, 728, 741, 754, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
30 points from CIVIL 700, 702, 720–722, 724, 725, 728, 741, 754, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 702, 724, 725, 788
45 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769
at least 45 points from CIVIL 700, 720–722, 728, 741, 754
up to 45 points from EARTHSCI 770–771, other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
60 points from CIVIL 710, 711, 713–715, 717–721, 727, 742, 744–746, 750, STRCTENG 710, 711, 760, other 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
30 points from CIVIL 710, 711, 713–715, 717–721, 727, 742, 744–746, 750, STRCTENG 710, 711, 760, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 710, 715, 717, 745, 746, 788
45 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769
at least 45 points from CIVIL 711, 713, 714, 718–721, 727, 742, 744, 750, STRCTENG 710, 711, 760
up to 45 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
60 points from CIVIL 761–767, 769–771, 773, 774, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
30 points from CIVIL 761–767, 769–771, 773, 774, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 764–766, 769–771, 788
45 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769
at least 45 points from CIVIL 761–763, 767, 773, 774
up to 45 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
Requirement:
Research Masters
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
60 points from CIVIL 706, 731–734, 737, 782, ENVENG 701, 740, 746, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
90 points: CIVIL 793 or 794 Thesis
or
30 points: ENGGEN 769, ENVENG 702
30 points from CIVIL 706, 731–734, 737, 782, ENVENG 701, 740, 746, other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director
120 points: CIVIL 796 Thesis
Taught Masters
15 points: ENVENG 702
at least 30 points from CIVIL 788, ENVENG 701, 746
45 points: ENGGEN 730, 742, 769
at least 45 points from CIVIL 706, 731–734, 737, 782, ENVENG 740
up to 45 points from other courses listed in this MCivilEng Schedule (excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses), other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered in the Faculty of Engineering approved by the Programme Director