New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology

Summary

Step into the fast-paced world of technology with the New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology (Level 5*) with strands in Infrastructure and Technical Support, or Software Development.

Build a strong foundation in essential areas like systems maintenance, database administration, programming, business analysis, and project work to develop the skills employers value.

Learn from passionate tutors who are technical specialists and experienced IT practitioners, bringing real industry insight into the classroom. Their expertise ensures your learning stays current, practical, and aligned with what employers are looking for—so you’re not just studying IT, you’re learning how it works in the real world. Combined with strong industry engagement, you’ll benefit from teaching that reflects today’s technologies and tomorrow’s trends.

Graduates of the Infrastructure and Technical Support strand will have the skills and knowledge to work in roles such as computer technician, help desk and technical support officer, entry-level network administrator or network engineer, and applications support analyst roles.

Graduates of the Software Development strand will have the skills and knowledge to work in entry-level roles in organisations involved in developing or customising web-based/software solutions.