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Course details

Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
NZQF Level 8

About the course

Take your IT skills to the next level by specialising in the area that interests you most. Explore the latest technology in fields like Data Mining and Business Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Network Design, Security and Forensics, Quality Assurance and Testing, Blockchain, and Cybersecurity. Work alongside others who share your passion, and take the next step in your career, becoming an expert in the fast-changing IT industry.

What you will learn

Develop specialist knowledge in your chosen area of Information Technology and master effective project management. Elective options include:

  • Business Intelligence and Data Mining
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Cloud Computing and ICT Infrastructure
  • Network Security and Forensics
  • Information Management
  • Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
  • Information Assurance
  • Network Fundamentals
  • Cyber Ethics

Tailor your learning experience to match your career goals and stay ahead in the dynamic field of IT.

Study part-time

This programme includes part-time study options for people who want the flexibility of studying while they manage other commitments

More detail about this qualification

Schedule of Courses and Options

The Programme has two compulsory papers and a range of electives as shown below: 

All courses are 15 credits unless stated otherwise.

Entry requirements

A bachelor's degree or postgraduate qualification in information technology or related, or have the acquired skills and knowledge through relevant work or professional experience.

International students

Minimum IELTS (academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6, or equivalent.

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*For fee exclusions, please see our terms and conditions.

Related study options

Master of Information Technology

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Use the knowledge you already have to fast-track your qualification. Workplace-learning, volunteering, professional development, other provider qualifications and online courses can be recognised as prior learning and put towards your qualification. Start by getting in touch with us, or find out more here.

Whitireia and WelTec are a business division of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.

About the provider

Whitireia and WelTec have a history of over 100 years of vocational education delivery. We are proud stewards of our whakapapa, owning our collective histories and aspirations for the future through acknowledging people, place, culture, and values. 

Whitireia and WelTec is known for our high student success rates and culturally diverse ākonga. Every year we train over 8,000 ākonga who study at one of our campuses across Porirua and Petone. Our highly skilled staff will be with you every step of your journey, providing the best possible learning environment. We enable learners from every stage of life – school leavers, university graduates, those preparing to reenter the workforce and those wanting to retrain or upskill. Our learning environments are open and ready to welcome you all. 

More and more New Zealanders are choosing a local study pathway through dedicated vocational education providers to gain the qualifications they need to get ahead and into their dream job.  We offer a range of programmes of study at certificates, diplomas, degrees, and postgraduate qualifications. Our programmes have been developed in conjunction with industry to offer excellent vocational qualifications that are future-focused and provide ākonga with practical skills to pursue their career goals. 

We are known for our Ahureitanga (distinctiveness), and we have special relationships with Iwi mana whenua as our campuses are in their rohe: Te Āti Awa and Ngāti Toa Rangatira. Together, we are more than the sum of our parts.

Mā tātou, mō tātou ko WelTec ki Te Āti Awa, ko Whitireia ki Ngāti Toa Rangatira. E haere kōtui nei me kura-takahi-puni tātou. Together, we will lead and illuminate our communities through vocational education.

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