Regulations - Engineering
Postgraduate Diploma in Materials Engineering – PGDipMaterialsEng
The regulations for this postgraduate diploma 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 postgraduate diploma, an applicant must have:
a (i) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher, or have equivalent prior study
or
(ii) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher in 60 points above Stage III
or
b (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study
or
(ii) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II.
2 Equivalence and relevance in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.
3 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 at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.
Notes:
(i) 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.
(ii) Whether a qualification or subject is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed. Qualifications or subjects in applied science, engineering, information technology, science or technology may be considered relevant.
Duration and Total Points Value
4 A student admitted to this postgraduate diploma must:
a pass courses with a total value of 120 points
and
b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.
5 The total enrolment for this postgraduate diploma must not exceed 160 points.
Structure and Content
6 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must complete one of the requirements listed in the Postgraduate Diploma in Materials Engineering Schedule, which may include the requirements for one of the specialisations listed.
7 A student who has previously passed any course the same as, or similar to, the courses required for this postgraduate diploma must substitute an alternative course as approved by the Programme Director or nominee.
8 With the prior approval of the Programme Director or nominee, up to 30 points may be replaced by other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered at this or another university.
9 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.
Distinction
10 This postgraduate diploma may be awarded with Distinction or Merit in accordance with the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.
Variations
11 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
12 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.
Requirement:
at least 45 points from CHEMMAT 720, 723–725, 753
up to 75 points from BIOMENG 771, CHEM 710, 780, CHEMMAT 758, 760, 763, ENERGY 722, ENGGEN 730, 732, 734, 740, 769, ENVENG 752, MECHENG 735, 742, 743, PHYSICS 754, 780
or
Specialisations available:
Requirement:
at least 60 points from CHEMMAT 720, 723, 724, MECHENG 735, 742, 743
up to 60 points from BIOMENG 771, CHEM 710, 780, CHEMMAT 725, 753, 758, 760, 763, ENERGY 722, ENGGEN 730, 732, 734, 740, 769, ENVENG 752, PHYSICS 754, 780
or
Requirement:
at least 60 points from BIOMENG 771, CHEMMAT 724, 753, 757, 760, PHYSICS 780
up to 60 points from CHEM 710, 780, CHEMMAT 720, 723, 725, 758, 763, ENERGY 722, ENGGEN 730, 732, 734, 740, 769, ENVENG 752, MECHENG 735, 742, 743, PHYSICS 754
or
Requirement:
at least 60 points from CHEMMAT 724, 725, 758, 760, 763, ENERGY 722, ENVENG 752
up to 60 points from BIOMENG 771, CHEM 710, 780, CHEMMAT 720, 723, ENGGEN 730, 732, 734, 740, 769, MECHENG 735, 742, 743, PHYSICS 754, 780