Level 7 Programme
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Bachelor of Applied Technology - Transport Management Credits 360 (3.0 EFTS)
Start dates February or July
Annual fees $7,200 (NZD)
Campus Mt Albert
Duration Full-time for three years or part-time (day) options available
(Approximate domestic fees only. Includes GST but excludes the Compulsory Student Services Fee levy)
Career opportunities
This programme is for those who are working, or want to work, in the transport industry. You’ll learn and apply your skills to keep pace with advances in logistics, spare parts, vehicle trading and transport business management.
• Service Fleet Manager • Logistics Planner • Fleet Controller • Supply Chain and Warehouse Manager • Vehicle Sales and Service Manager
Programme overview
Highlights
Learn about the advances in automotive transport technology and find out how international trends affect national decisions in transport applications.
• Students will have the option to complete the Graduate Diploma in Business (Operations Management) while completing this programme; you may gain both qualifications by choosing the relevant common electives. • Analytically examine the motor trade regulations and their application in everyday business processes. • Develop an understanding of vehicle components, concepts and inventory systems, processes and procedures. • Analyse the road transport guidelines and their application in freight movements. • Discuss fleet operations, planning and the importance of fleet maintenance to minimise the impact of risks associated with vehicle investment. • Develop analytical knowledge of working in logistics of goods and services. • Conceptualisation of international trade and customs in the development of New Zealand business while complying with border protection. • Students will learn from teaching staff who are highly experienced, industryconnected and research-active.
Apply the principles of transport efficiency, sustainability issues, and vehicle design analysis and selection for business applications. Learn to be socially responsible, innovative and gain the skills to confidently apply your knowledge in a wide range of entrepreneurial activities in transport management. Develop an understanding of how to conduct business and manage projects. You’ll also improve your communication and problem-solving skills.
Admission requirements For this programme, you’ll need:
Academic 1. 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher including 14 credits from any two of the following domains: • Physics • Mathematics Statistics and modelling • Or any other relevant technical domain
English Applicants will need one or more of the following: • 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English or Te Reo Māori (4 in reading, 4 in writing) • Provide evidence that you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency such as IELTS • Achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years
If you don’t meet the English criteria above, we have a range of English Language programmes available. There are additional English requirements for international students – you can find more information on our website.
Other options If you don’t meet these requirements, you’ll need one of the following: • Completed a relevant endorsement of the Certificate in Applied Technology • A relevant qualification at Level 3 or above on the NZQF, or equivalent, and demonstrate your practical abilities by providing a small portfolio of evidence. For more information download the programme regulations: unitec.ac.nz/automotive International Students, visit unitec.ac.nz/international
