Please note, we are not accepting new enrolments for our July intake.
Programme highlights
Future-proof your career with skills in information technology (IT).
You’ll learn what it takes to help businesses navigate the ever-changing IT landscape.
Learn how to solve common technical support issues and develop service management and customer service skills.
Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to work in roles such as:
- Computer technician
- Help desk and technical support officer
- Entry-level network administrator.
Entry requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
Learners enrolling are recommended to hold one of the following qualifications, or have equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
- NCEA Level 2 or 3 including Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
- New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) (Level 3)
- New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Advanced User) (Level 4)
- New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4)
- New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5)
International
- IELTS 5.5 (no band lower than 5.0) or equivalent
or
- Achieved the academic entry requirements in New Zealand or at an institution where English was the language of tuition and assessment.
Special Entry
- An applicant who does not meet all entry requirements may be granted entry where the Head of School responsible for the programme is satisfied the applicant is capable of undertaking the programme.
Entry equipment/material requirements
- Access to Windows computer/laptop/tablet
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Programme structure
You will need to complete the below eight courses (120 credits):
Content includes computer infrastructure and networking, software development, SQL and web design tools, planning, designing and creating solutions, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, communication, legislation and ethics and trends in the use of digital tools. You will also gain experience in the soft skills areas such as professional conduct, self-confidence, communication, people skills and teamwork.
Do you want to study a single course, without enrolling into the full programme?
Courses within some of our programmes may be offered as an individual Certificate of Proficiency (COP). Programme entry requirements and course fees apply. For more information, please speak to our friendly Ask Me! team.
Further training or study
The qualification provides a pathway to Level 6 specialist or other higher-level IT qualifications. These may include:
- New Zealand Diploma in IT Infrastructure (Level 6) with strands in Networking, and Systems Administration
- New Zealand Diploma in Information Systems (Level 6) with strands in Business Analysis, User Experience, IT Project Management, Information Systems Innovation, and Data Analysis
- New Zealand Diploma in Software Development (Level 6)
Further education pathways include higher-level IT-related qualifications as well as industry certifications.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this diploma will have the skills and knowledge to work in roles such as computer technician, help desk and technical support officer, and entry-level network administrator and applications support analyst roles.
For potential salaries visit careers.govt.nz.
