- Duration
- Full-time: Varies
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2026 Semester One – 2 March
- 2026 Semester Two – 20 July
- Available locations
- City, University of Auckland Online
- Points
- 120 or 180
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
- Taught options available
Programme overview
Step into a world where innovation meets leadership. The Master of Engineering Project Management (MEPM) programme is designed for professionals who want to shape the future of engineering projects with confidence and expertise.
The MEPM stands apart as the first and only programme in New Zealand accredited by the Project Management Institute’s Global Accreditation Centre (GAC) – a mark of excellence recognised worldwide. This global endorsement ensures your qualification meets the highest standards in project management education.
Our curriculum blends industry-relevant skills with educational excellence, giving you mastery of the full spectrum of project management approaches from traditional Waterfall to modern adaptive and Agile methodologies.
You’ll be prepared for professional certification and equipped to lead projects across diverse sectors. With flexible study options, you can choose to learn on campus or complete the programme entirely online, without compromising quality. Plus, customisable electives allow you to tailor your learning to meet your career goals and industry needs.
The MEPM programme builds a strong foundation in project management principles, complemented by practical application and strategic thinking. You’ll also complete a final Capstone or Research Project, applying your knowledge to real-world challenges.
Health Projects specialisation
Make a meaningful impact in New Zealand’s healthcare system through our Health Projects specialisation. This option equips you to lead critical health initiatives with clarity and confidence. Delivered primarily on campus, this specialisation offers rich engagement with faculty and industry partners, ensuring you graduate ready to lead in one of the country’s most vital sectors.
Learn more about the Health Projects specialisation
Study online
Prefer the flexibility of remote learning? The MEPM programme is available 100% online, offering the same academic experience and industry relevance as our on-campus option. Wherever you are, you can access world-class project management education designed to fit your lifestyle.
Learn more about the online MEPM programme
Global accreditation
The MEPM is accredited by the Global Accreditation Center (GAC) of the Project Management Institute (PMI) – the world’s leading authority in project management education. GAC sets rigorous standards for academic excellence in project, programme, and portfolio management, while PMI connects millions of professionals worldwide, driving innovation and better outcomes across industries.
Visit the GAC website
Visit the PMI website
Programme structure
There are two options to suit candidates' existing qualifications and experience:
- 120-point programme: Designed for students who already hold a relevant postgraduate qualification or honours degree and have relevant work experience
- 180-point programme: Suitable for those entering from a standard bachelors degree. It includes additional foundational coursework before progressing to a final capstone or research project
All students will have the choice to undertake one of our two project options. These options are designed to suit different learning styles and career goals and will be undertaken in the final semester of your degree:
- ENGGEN 784: Capstone Project
- 30-point team-based project undertaken in the final semester of your programme
- Ideal for those who enjoy collaborative work and solving real-world problems
- Teams of 4-8 students addressing challenges from client organisations
- Regular assessment through reflection journals and project-related deliverables
- Regular catch-ups with project client and your team, with ongoing feedback from course coordinator
- ENGGEN 794: Research Project
- 30-point independent research project undertaken in the final semester of your programme
- Select from a range of programme-related research topics or co-develop a research idea of your own interest in collaboration with a supervisor.
- Regular meetings with project supervisor as per mutual agreement
- Assessment based on final research report
- High grades may lead to honours and a pathway to PhD study
Eligibility for enrolment in the ENGGEN 794 Research Project requires submission of an Expression of Interest to the Programme Director. Selection will be based on a combination of factors, including your academic performance (GPA), the relevance of your proposed topic to industry, evidence of industry support, and/or your intention to pursue PhD study.
For further information about the programme, including course details, visit the Master of Engineering Project Management page on the Curriculum Catalogue.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
2026 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.
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Study optionTaught 120 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 4.0
Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or relevant honours degree
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Study optionTaught 180 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 4.0
Relevant bachelors degree
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
You must have completed one of the following:
- a BE or BE(Hons) with a GPA of 4.0 in 60 points about Stage III.
- a relevant postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 4.0.
- a relevant bachelors (Hons) degree and passed 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma or graduate diploma with a GPA of 4.0.
Relevant disciplines such as, applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, engineering, information technology, science or technology may be considered relevant.
You must have completed one of the following:
- a relevant bachelors degree with a GPA of 4.0 in 60 points about Stage II.
- a relevant bachelors degree and passed 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma or graduate diploma with a GPA of 4.0.
Relevant disciplines such as, applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, engineering, information technology, science or technology may be considered relevant.
Other pathways to study
If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.
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.
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Study optionTaught 120 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 4.0
Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
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Study optionTaught 180 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 4.0
An undergraduate degree
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands less than 6.0
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
You must have completed a four-year bachelors degree in engineering at a recognised university (or similar institution) that includes:
- Broad coverage in your first year of the foundational science topics that underpin engineering disciplines: mathematical modelling, chemical and materials science, electrical engineering theory, mechanics, programming, and engineering design
- One year of postgraduate-level study
- A research project or dissertation comprising at least one-quarter of the final year
You will need a GPA of 4.0.
Alternatively, you must have completed one year of postgraduate study, following an undergraduate degree, in a relevant discipline at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPA of 4.0.
Relevant disciplines include applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, information technology, science and technology.
You will also need at least two years' professional engineering experience.
You must have completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 4.0.
Relevant disciplines include applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, engineering, information technology, science and technology.
You will also need at least two years' professional engineering experience.
Other pathways to study
In some circumstances, we will consider you for entry if you have not completed a relevant bachelors degree but have a GPE of at least 4.0 and two year’s work experience in engineering.
In exceptional circumstances, we will consider you for entry if you have not completed a bachelors degree, but have attained extensive practical, professional, or scholarly experience in the engineering profession deemed equivalent to the entry requirements. An interview may be required.
How much does a Master of Engineering Project Management cost per year?
2026 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$12,854.40*
- International students
- NZ$50,810 – $55,484*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.44 per point, estimated at $1,132.80 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Key dates
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2026
- 8 December 2025
- Semester Two 2026
- 8 June 2026
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 3 March |
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| Ends – 30 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 21 July |
| Ends – 17 November |
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
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| Ends – 29 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 20 July |
| Ends – 16 November |
Other important dates
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Study the Health Projects specialisation
Governments are investing capital in health infrastructure projects as the world population ages and population growth projections soar. The New Zealand Ministry of Health has allocated a substantial investment over the next 20 years to upgrade current facilities and meet regional demand.
The industry needs your leadership to successfully implement these critical health projects. The Auckland District Health Board will provide four University of Auckland students with paid internships while they study for a Master of Engineering Project Management, Health Projects specialisation. Students will work on a wide range of projects, supported by experienced project managers at Auckland DHB, Waitematā DHB and Counties Manukau Health.
Learn more about the internships
Learn more about the Master of Engineering Project Management, Health Projects specialisation.
Health Projects specialisation:
120-point programme
Core:
ENGGEN 736: Benefits Management & Outcomes Thinking
45 points from the following options:
ENGGEN 730: Leadership and Professional Development
ENGGEN 731: Agile and Lean Project Management
ENGGEN 735: Project Management Case Studies
ENGGEN 740: Project Management Bodies of Knowledge
ENGGEN 742: Project Management
30 points from the following options:
HLTHMGT 754: Health Leadership
POPLHLTH 722: Organisation of Health Systems
15 points from the following options:
ENGGEN 737: Engineering Risk Management
ENGGEN 738: Work-based Learning
ENGGEN 739: Cost Engineering
30 points from either:
HLTHMGT 754: Health Leadership
Or
POPLHLTH 722: Organisation of Health Systems
And other 600 and 700-level courses in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences approved by the Programme Director
Research Project: (30 points)
ENGGEN 792
ENGGEN 794
or
ENGGEN 784
Electives: Select an additional 45 points for your programme
ENGGEN 730: Management Skills for Project Professionals
ENGGEN 731: Agile and Lean Project Management
ENGGEN 735: Project Management Case Studies
ENGGEN 737: Engineering Risk Management
ENGGEN 738: Work-based Learning
ENGGEN 739: Cost Engineering
ENGGEN 740: Project Management Bodies of Knowledge
ENGGEN 742: Project Management
180-point programme:
Core:
ENGGEN 736: Research Implementation and Dissemination (15 points)
45 points from the following options:
ENGGEN 730: Benefits Management & Outcomes Thinking
ENGGEN 731: Agile and Lean Project Management
ENGGEN 740: Project Management Bodies of Knowledge
ENGGEN 742: Project Management
And other 600 and 700-level courses in the Faculty of Engineering and Design approved by the Programme Director.
30 points from either:
HLTHMGT 754: Health Leadership
Or
POPLHLTH 722: Organisation of Health Systems
And other 600 and 700-level courses in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences approved by the Programme Director.
60 points from the following options:
ENGGEN 705: Engineering Product Development
ENGGEN 732: Systems Thinking and Project Business Case
ENGGEN 733: Strategy, Portfolios, Programmes and Projects
ENGGEN 734: Engineering Contracts for Project Managers
ENGGEN 735: Project Management Case Studies
ENGGEN 737: Engineering Risk Management
ENGGEN 739: Cost Engineering
HLTHMGT 721: Health Management
HLTHMGT 729: Strategic Health Management
POPLHLTH 724: Quality in Health Care
15 points from the following options:
ENGGEN 737: Engineering Risk Management
ENGGEN 738: Work-based Learning
ENGGEN 739: Cost Engineering
45 points from the following options:
ENGGEN 730: Leadership and Professional Development
ENGGEN 731: Agile and Lean Project Management
ENGGEN 740: Project Management Bodies of Knowledge
ENGGEN 742: Project Management
Research Project: (30 points)
ENGGEN 792
ENGGEN 794
ENGGEN 784
Electives: A further 60 points from the following options:
ENGGEN 732: Systems Thinking and Project Business Case
ENGGEN 734: Engineering Contracts for Project Managers
ENGGEN 735: Project Management Case Studies
ENGGEN 737: Engineering Risk Management
ENGGEN 738: Work-based Learning
ENGGEN 739: Cost Engineering
HLTHMGT 721: Health Management
HLTHMGT 729: Strategic Health Management
POPLHLTH 724: Quality in Health Care
Where could this programme take you?
You will gain competencies in all aspects of portfolio, programme and project management, and will be familiar with a broad range of tools, techniques and methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall. Our graduates will have the skills needed to succeed as a project manager in the engineering sector.
Jobs related to this programme
- Engineering manager
- Portfolio manager
- Project director
- Project manager
- Programme manager
Learn more about the MEPM and how it'll boost your career.
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