Diploma in Electrical Engineering
International College of Auckland Limited
Subject area
Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
2 Years
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Level 7) is developed for candidates who have knowledge and background of electrical engineering with a completed course of study in electrical engineering at Level 5, or with equivalent skills and knowledge, and want to develop more specialist knowledge and skills, as per requirements of the industry.
The purpose of qualification is to provide skilled graduates to different sectors of the electrical engineering industry including telecommunication and networks; and electronics and embedded systems. The program aims to produce graduates which are fit to provide services in the global and New Zealand's electrical industry.
Graduates with specialisation in telecommunication and networks will have the knowledge and practical skills needed to fulfil current requirements of the telecommunication and enterprise networks industry including the needs of: optical fibre installers; telecommunication and network engineers and technicians; and enterprise network administrators.
Graduates with specialization in electronics and embedded systems will be able to provide services in electronic product development, design, implementation, PCB construction, and testing in the global and New Zealand's industry of electronics and embedded systems.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Allicants must have a Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Level 5) or equivalent knowledge and skills. If English is not their first language and for International students an overall IELTS Academic band score of at least 6.0 is required with no band score lower than 5.5 or evidence must be provided of equivalent English language proficiency.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
2 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$0 | $0 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$10,448 | $20,896 |
| Total | $10,448 | $20,896 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
88%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $43,011 |
| Earnings range | $33,003 - $52,554 |
| In employment | 64% |
| In further study | 24% |
| On a benefit | 6% |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Edna Waddell Undergraduate Scholarships for Women in Technology and Engineering
Provided by:
Universities New Zealand – Te Pōkai Tara - Scholarships
Website:
http://www.universitiesnz.ac.nz/scholarships
Value:
$5,000 each
Methanex Undergraduate Scholarships
Provided by:
Petroleum Skills Association NZ
Value:
Total award $5,000 (NZD) comprising of one payment per annum for one year (only)
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 3099558
Fax: (09) 3088758
Email: enrol@ica.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ica.ac.nz
Campus locations
Auckland Central
Level 5
131 Queen Street
Auckland
Hamilton
Level 3
11 Garden Place
Hamilton Central
Hamilton
Auckland CBD
Ground Floor
76 Anzac Avenue
Auckland CBD
Auckland
Where does this information come from?
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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.