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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, a student must have completed:
either
a the requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher in 120 points above Stage III, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative
or
b a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative.
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 degree or subject is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed. Degrees or subjects in applied science, engineering, information technology, science or technology may be considered relevant.
Duration and Total Points Value
2 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.
3 The total enrolment for this postgraduate diploma must not exceed 160 points.
Structure and Content
4 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.
5 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 Head of Department or nominee.
6 With the prior approval of the Academic Head or nominee, up to 30 points may be replaced by other relevant 600 and 700 level courses offered at this or another university.
7 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
8 This postgraduate diploma may be awarded with Distinction or Merit in accordance with the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.
Variations
9 In exceptional circumstances Senate or its representative may approve a personal programme which does not conform to these regulations.
Commencement
10 These regulations came into force on 1 January 2022.
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
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