Master of Information Technology
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
The Master of Information Technology is a level 9 programme that requires successful completion of a minimum of 180 credits from level 8 and 9.
Potential Career Options
Graduates of the Master of Information Technology (and with further work experience in some cases) will be able to work in business, education, government, health, industry or the community sector. Potential jobs opportunities include Business Analyst, Cyber Security Specialist, Database Administrator, Information Systems Manager, Data Analyst, Network Manager, Security Specialist, Software Developer, Software Tester, Systems Administrator, Systems Analyst, Systems Integrator and Team Leader. Electives can be chosen to suit the student’s likely career path.
Schedule of Courses and Options
There are two pathways for completing a Master of Information Technology (MIT) at Whitireia and WelTec. Both pathways require completion of a significant research project.
The following structure is proposed for the two available pathways.
All courses 15 credits unless stated otherwise.
First Pathway
This pathway provides in-depth knowledge of a topic in Information Technology and is suitable grounding work for higher studies at PhD level in New Zealand or overseas. The research produced can lead to scientific publication. This pathway enables the student to undertake significant independent research.
- IT8501/IT8400 - Research in Information Technology
- IT8502 / IT8417 - Research Proposal
- IT9502 / IT9401 - Thesis (90 credits)
- Plus 60 credits from electives courses
Second Pathway
This pathway requires a shorter research report than the Thesis but the overall process and final research report structure is identical to that of the thesis, although the time allowance is significantly less.
- IT8501/IT8400 - Research in Information Technology
- IT8502 / IT8417 - Research Proposal
- IT9501 / IT9400 - Applied Research Project (45 credits)
- Plus 105 credits from electives courses
Elective Courses:
- IT8426 / IT8418 Advanced Project Management for Information Technology
- IT8510 / IT8401 - Business Analysis for Information Technology
- IT8511 / IT8402 - Business Intelligence and Data Mining
- IT8512 / IT8403 - Cloud Computing and ICT Infrastructure
- IT8515 / IT8406 - Multimedia Application Development for Mobile Devices
- IT8516 / IT8407 - Network Design and Management
- IT8517 / IT8408 - Network Security and Forensics
- IT8518 / IT8409 - Quality Assurance and Testing
- IT8519 / IT8410 - Systems Architecture and Technology Integration
- IT8520 / IT8411 - Special Topic in Information Technology
- IT8529 / IT8421 - Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
- T8525 / IT8412 - Research Project (30 credits)
- IT8522 / IT8413 - Topics in Cyber Ethics
- IT8524 / IT8413 - Internship (30 credits)
Entry Requirements
A bachelor's degree or postgraduate qualification in information technology or related subject with at least a B grade average at Level 7 or 8, 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.
Find your country's equivalent academic entry requirements here
Study Part-time
Are you looking to study part-time while you work or balance other commitments?
No problem we can make study work for you. This programme includes part-time study options for people who want the flexibility of studying while they manage other commitments.
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Additional Information
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* International fees shown here do not include insurance and administration (currently approximately $780 per year of study)
Further Study Options
Continue on to other institutions to gain a PhD
Entry requirements
Degree or equivalent in Information Technology or related subject with at least B grade average at level 7 (or 8), and relevant work or professional experience (International: IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or equivalent).
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.