9 Best Built Environment Programs in New Zealand

There are 9 Built Environment programs in New Zealand, spread across 5 universities, typically lasting Full-time: 4 years. The list starts with courses at University of Auckland, University of Otago and Victoria University of Wellington.

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1Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Property

University of Auckland — The University of Auckland Bachelor of Property (BProp) is a specialist undergraduate degree for careers in the property sector. You develop knowledge and skills in prope...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: VariesDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester OneSemester TwoIntake

Built Environment

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2Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Property (Honours)

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Property (Honours) is a qualification in Property offered by the University of Auckland. Study areas include property valuation, property management, prop...

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Built Environment

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3Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours)

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) explores how towns, cities, and public spaces affect people’s lives. You use critical analysis and creativity to address real-wor...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One – 1 March; Semester One – 28 FebruaryIntake

Built Environment

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4Bachelor's Degree

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Bachelor of Surveying

University of Otago

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Built Environment

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5Bachelor's Degree

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Bachelor of Surveying with Honours

University of Otago

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Built Environment

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6Bachelor's Degree

QS World #240 #4 in New Zealand Wellington, New Zealand

Minors in the Bachelor of Building Science

Victoria University of Wellington — Minors in the Bachelor of Building Science add an optional second or third area of focus to a degree. A minor is a collection of courses in a subject, with a lighter work...

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Built Environment

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7Bachelor's Degree

QS World #240 #4 in New Zealand Wellington, New Zealand

Minors in the Bachelor of Construction

Victoria University of Wellington — Minors in the Bachelor of Construction are optional additional areas of focus within a degree. A minor is made up of a collection of courses in a subject, with a lighter...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

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Full TimeMode

Trimester 1Intake

Built Environment

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8Program

#9 in New Zealand New Zealand

Construction

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology — The Bachelor of Construction program at the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology offers a comprehensive overview of the construction industry, combining theoretical...

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Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Built Environment

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9Diploma

#12 in New Zealand New Zealand

Diploma in Construction Level 6 Quantity Surveying Version

Open Polytechnic — The New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Level 6) (Quantity Surveying) [Version 2] is an online programme for people who want skills and knowledge to work as a contractor...

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Built Environment

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How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #65 (University of Auckland) to #240 (Victoria University of Wellington); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Auckland is cited most (10,118,145 citations).

What the courses look like

By level: 7 bachelor's and 1 diploma. The usual length is Full-time: 4 years and Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: Varies. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (50% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (25% of courses with a stated intake). University of Auckland offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Built Environment in New Zealand?

University of Auckland (QS World #65), University of Otago (QS World #197) and Victoria University of Wellington (QS World #240) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Built Environment in New Zealand?

Of those with published fees, Victoria University of Wellington is the least expensive at about USD 23,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Built Environment course take in New Zealand?

Most listed courses run Full-time: 4 years, with Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: Varies the next most common.

When do Built Environment courses start in New Zealand?

Spring is the main intake — 50% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Which university has the most Built Environment courses in New Zealand?

University of Auckland, with 3, ahead of Victoria University of Wellington (2).

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