The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

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 completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors Honours degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

d completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelor Honours degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III

or

e completed the requirements for a relevant postgraduate diploma with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 from this University, or have equivalent prior study

or

f (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors Honours degree from this University, or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) passed 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma or graduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher.

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 (i) 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 or graduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher.

3 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant must have at least two years of relevant professional experience approved by the Programme Director.

4 Equivalence and relevance in Regulations 1, 2 and 3 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

5 a In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulations 1 and 4 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 Regulations 2 and 4 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 and Design.

(ii) Whether a qualification is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed. Qualifications in in applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, engineering, information technology, science or technology may be considered relevant.

6 An applicant 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 An applicant 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.

8 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Engineering Project Management Schedule, which may include the requirements for the specialisation 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 must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in the first 60 points of taught courses taken for this degree. If this is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Engineering Project Management cannot continue.

11 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.

12 a The research project is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Academic Head.

b The research project topic must be approved by the Programme Director or nominee prior to enrolment.

c The research project is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

13 A student may apply to reassign courses passed for this degree to the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering Project Management or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering Project Management, providing this degree has not been awarded.

14 A student who has passed courses towards a Graduate Diploma in Engineering Project Management or Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering Project Management or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering Project Management that are available in this degree may apply to reassign those courses to this degree provided that the graduate diploma or postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

15 A student who has passed courses towards a Graduate Diploma in Engineering or 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 the graduate diploma or postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

16 This degree may be awarded with either Honours, Distinction or Merit in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

17 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.

18 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.