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Why study at SERC?

The Spatial Engineering Research Centre gives you the opportunity to carry out ground-breaking research with our industry partners to start your career in areas such as the UAV, remoted sensing and aerial mapping technology sector.

All of our student projects are industry-based and involve collaboration between the student, SERC, an industry partner and academic staff. We have strong partnerships with many leading New Zealand technology and geospatial companies and have a steady flow of new projects that require student researchers.

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PhD study

The PhD degree goes into extensive and original research which will contribute to knowledge in spatial engineering research.

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Master of Engineering

Master’s research at SERC is done through the Master of Engineering (ME) programme and varies depending on your background.

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Honours

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours or Bachelor of Science students can apply for a final year project at SERC.

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New Zealand students

SERC is always looking for New Zealand based postgraduate students who want to undertake spatial engineering research.

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International students

If you are studying overseas and would like to undertake a research at SERC we can work with you to find a project that suits you.

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Internships

SERC has internship opportunities of 3-6 months available to get you working on exciting projects.

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Scholarships

SERC has scholarships and stipends available to support our research students.

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Facilities and equipment

SERC's students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and specialised technical equipment.

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