Auckland,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland
University of Auckland
|
Auckland New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
31,230
(c. USD18,150.69)
Attendance
Full-time
New Zealand stands out as a global frontrunner in implementing top-tier geothermal development practices. Located in Auckland – just three hours from most of the nation's high-temperature geothermal resources – our institution is ideally positioned to deliver exceptional postgraduate education in this discipline. This intensely hands-on program equips students with the practical expertise needed to thrive in the geothermal sector, featuring two immersive field excursions to the Taupo volcanic zone and instruction from our distinguished faculty, all affiliated with the Geothermal Institute and GNS Science. Designed as a rigorous, one-semester program, it serves engineering and science graduates seeking specialized research opportunities or professional advancement in geothermal energy. Our curriculum consistently delivers world-class technical training – evidenced by our 1,500+ alumni who now hold leadership positions across the international geothermal industry. Participants additionally gain broader industry insights to support advanced research endeavors.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You must have completed a four-year engineering degree, or one year of postgraduate study in science following an undergraduate degree, in an earth or physical science. Your study must have been at a recognised university (or similar institution) and you will need a GPE of 4.0.
IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5 and no bands less than 6.0; Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): Overall score of 90 and written score of 21; Paper-based TOEFL: Overall score of 68 and a writing score of 21; Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) or Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE): Overall score of 176 and no bands below 169; Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Overall score of 58 and no PTE Communicative score below 50; Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCertEAP): Grade of B-; Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): 85.
Tuition
NZD
31,230