Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Summary
Students will gain a broad understanding of information technology's core concepts and skills, including technical support, information systems, integration design, and software development.
This programme is the first semester of the diploma and degree if students decide to progress to further study.
Please note, students in this programme are encouraged to bring their own device (a laptop). Specifications can be found here.
Entry criteria
Based on your school achievement (secondary school study)
- 40 credits at NCEA Level 2; including 10 literacy credits at NCEA Level 2 and 10 numeracy credits at NCEA Level 1;
- Or a recognised equivalent.
Based on study completed after school (tertiary study)
- Completed a relevant course at NZQF Level 3;
- Or a recognised equivalent.
Based on discretionary entrance
If you don't meet any of the above options, and you think you have what it takes to complete this programme, you can apply for discretionary entrance. Your application may be accepted if you can demonstrate a good chance of success. Approval of discretionary entrance applications is decided by the relevant manager. If your application is approved, your acceptance into further programmes relies on you demonstrating success in this programme.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 5.5 in the academic band, with no individual band score lower than 5.0; or equivalent.
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