Master of Applied Information Technology
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
The Master of Applied Information Technology enables students to undertake an extended study programme in their specialised information technology field. It requires 180 credits and has two pathways:The thesis pathway is a research-based master's programme. It includes a 90-credit level 9 thesis module and aims to prepare students for further studies, such as a doctorate.The research project pathway is considered to be a coursework-based master's programme. It includes a 45-credit level 9 research module (a shorter form of the Thesis module). The pathway aims to prepare students to obtain a more senior position in their field of information technology. An industry internship could be integrated into this pathway.The remaining modules in both pathways are at level 8. Students who want to take more level 8 electives will take the research project pathway, whereas those wishing to undertake more substantial research will take the thesis pathway.
About the provider
Based in Hamilton, the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec), is one of the country’s largest institutes of technology. We deliver high-quality education across vocational (technical) and professional fields of study to approximately 13,000 students, across over 130 different courses.
At Wintec students are educated in a way that builds their confidence and gets them work-ready. We differ from other types of tertiary providers in the way students get the chance to put their theoretical learning into practice from the very start. You will get to work on real-life projects based on relevant topics and themes as if you were in the workplace. You will also get involved in work placements. This means that by the time you graduate, you will be confident in your skills and knowledge, and know-how to apply your learnings. Our academic staff have years of industry experience between them, which means they can guide you on your journey.
Wintec maintains collaborative relationships with local industry and iwi to identify the needs of the region and community. Fostering strong networks that our students and graduates benefit from is a high priority for us. Understanding the needs of local industry, what type of graduates they need now, and what they will need in the future is critical to assisting industry and our graduates.