Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology PGCertGeothermTech

University of Auckland

New Zealand, Auckland

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University of Auckland

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Credit point

60 Points

Campuses

City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines19-Jul-2026

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Duration 6 month(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 32,479 / year

Next Intake 19-Jul-2026

Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology PGCertGeothermTech

About

New Zealand is a recognised leader in ensuring best practice in geothermal development. Being in Auckland – a three-hour drive away from most of the country’s high temperature geothermal systems – makes us perfectly suited to offer postgraduate study in this field.

This highly practical programme focuses on providing the necessary applied knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the geothermal industry. It includes two field trips to the Taupo volcanic zone, and learning from our highly-regarded staff, all of whom are members of the Geothermal Institute and GNS Science.

Disciplines

Engineering

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 60 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 2.5

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) or Bachelor of Science (Hons)

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Further programme requirements

Taught 60 points

You must have completed a BE, or BE(Hons) with a GPA of 2.5 in at least 60 points above Stage III,

Or,

A BSc, or BSc(Hons) with a GPA of 2.5 above Stage II.

Other pathways to study

In some circumstances, you may be admitted with a lower GPA if you have at least three years of work experience in the geothermal energy field.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 60 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 2.5

Bachelors degree in engineering or science
Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

6.5

No bands less than 6.0

See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Taught 60 points

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 2.5.

Other pathways to study

In some circumstances, you may be admitted with a lower GPE if you have at least three years of work experience in the geothermal energy field.

Career

Where could this programme take you?

This programme consistently achieves its aim to provide the best technical skills applicable to the field – we have trained over 1,500 students who are employed around the world as leaders in the geothermal industry. You may also gain wider industrial and technical perspectives to enable the pursuit of further research.

Jobs related to this programme

Analyst
Geothermal drilling supervisor
Geothermal project manager
Reservoir engineer
Rig manager
Site geologist

Further study options

Master of Energy

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Student career planning service

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.