Course details

New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology (Level 5)
Domestic tuition $9,335 per year
International tuition $17,499
NZQF Level 5

About the course

Get modern hands-on no-fees IT training which will make you an asset to any business.

Develop a broad understanding of the core concepts and practical skills in Information Technology, with a Technical Support focus.

Learn how to provide the high standard of IT technical support demanded by today’s employment market.

You will develop your communication skills and your ability to determine the needs of customers and team members.

Topics include IT Systems & Problem Solving, Networking Concepts, IT Desktop Support, and Software Development.

This programme includes the opportunity to gain an internationally recognised IT certification from CompTIA (Computing Technology Industry Association).

Completing this Level 5 programme allows you to pathway into our diploma in Systems Administration.

We provide hands-on practical IT training, with smaller class sizes (for more one-on-one time with your tutor), in a purpose built IT training facility.

Entry requirements

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants must have completed the New Zealand qualification standard NCEA level 2 equivalent in their home country. Subjects must have included English, Reading, Writing and Maths.

All applicants will be required to complete an enrolment form and may be interviewed in person or via telephone or skype to evaluate their suitability for the programme.

Applicants who have English as a second language must have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 in a single test event (or equivalent).         

About the provider

EmployNZ is a NZQA category 1 mid sized Private Training Institute with campuses located in Tauranga, Rotorua and Whakatane. Our focus is to provide a high quality education and a supportive environment so you can maximise your learning. We do this with a smaller class size, a conversational teaching style, and high levels of academic support and pastoral care.

We offer a full range of NZ Certificates level 2 & 3, NCEA level 1 & 2, and Diplomas level 5, 6 & 7. We specialise in Hospitality, Sport & Fitness, IT & Computer and Trades training along with higher level courses in Business & Management, Information Technology, Health Management and Project Management.

If you are looking for a personalised experience and a focus on the practical skills needed by Employers today, contact us to discuss. We help our graduates find employment and assist our international students to find part-time work while they study!