Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicGraduate Diploma in Information Technology
Level of Study
Graduate Certificate or Diploma
Summary
This is a more intensive programme than the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology where you can develop your IT expertise even further. This graduate diploma will give you the opportunity to specialise in interactive media, hardware, programming, databases, communications, business or networks/operating systems.
About the programmeGot a degree and want to develop your computing skills? Are you an IT graduate who is seeking to grow your knowledge in specialist areas?
Look no further! Study IT in this flexible programme - the perfect way to add computing skills to your CV while engaged in full-time employment.
With the rapid rise of technology, computer skills are now fundamental life skills and an IT qualification will greatly increase your career prospects, both here and overseas. There are currently far more IT jobs than there are graduates and employers are desperate for individuals with a good understanding of the industry.
Tailored to meet your requirements, this programme allows you to create a customised path of hands-on study that focuses on your desired outcome.
You'll study in a creative, innovative and supportive environment. And with small class sizes, you'll receive plenty of one-on-one attention from your experienced lecturers.
Our graduates jump into a range of jobs in the industry as we teach you want employers want! Consider a career as a Programmer, Software Developer, Systems Administrator or Computing Services Manager, amongst many others.
Studying part-timeWe know full-time study isn't always possible. We also offer this programme part-time over two to three years.
Entry criteria
Entry Entry requirements Academic requirements- You must have an undergraduate qualification in computing or a related discipline OR degree-equivalent practical, professional or scholarly experience.
To enter Otago Polytechnic's undergraduate certificates, diplomas and degrees, you need to have achieved a secondary school qualification that is equivalent to New Zealand's NCEA levels (National Certificate of Educational Achievement).
This information is available by country on our Equivalent academic entry requirements page.
English Language requirementsIf English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance OR
- Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 with no individual band score lower than 5.5 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
Want your existing skills recognised?If you have extensive knowledge and skills due to practical experience in this area, please ask us about our recognition of prior learning process. You may have already gained credits towards this qualification and could achieve it in a shorter timeframe. Please email info@op.ac.nz or call 0800 762 786.
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