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Graduate Diploma in Information Technology [Level 7]
Location
Study Options
Full-time, Part-time
Length
1 year
Level
Level 7
IT Qualifications are in High Demand
The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology is designed to provide you with advanced IT skills ready for immediate application in the workplace.
You will gain valuable technical skills and the necessary insights to be able to adapt to technological change, and meet the challenging demands of working in the IT industry. Your new skills will enhance your existing qualification and stand you in good stead for the workplace of the future, including intelligent systems courses such as the Internet of Things.
The programme develops a range of professional skills, including the ability to advise, develop and implement IT innovations, leading to the efficient and strategic use of resources in dynamic organisational and economic contexts.
Outline
The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (GradDipIT) is a Level 7, one year, full-time programme of 120 credits. It enables those who have already completed a Bachelor degree in a different field to achieve a graduate level qualification in Information Technology.
The GradDipIT programme has been designed to enable graduates from other disciplines to pursue a career in the computing industry.
In particular, the programme is designed to provide you with:
- A sound knowledge of the Information Technology sector and the effective management of IT resources.
- The ability to analyse the needs of business and to make recommendations for IT services and systems.
- The ability to develop and implement innovations leading to a more efficient use of resources.
- The ability to relate and effectively communicate with all personnel and stakeholders.
- The motivation for continued learning and self-development to cope effectively with change.
- An understanding of the regulatory and ethical frameworks of the IT sector.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.
Career Opportunities and Outcomes
The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology can give you a competitive advantage over recent degree graduates, through your understanding of the application of technology, and it will help in your advancement within your chosen field.
The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology fits into the following pathways:
- Employment in the IT field
- Postgraduate or Masters study at EIT or other tertiary institutes and universities
Once awarded this graduate diploma you’ll be able to take on a role as a:
- Systems Analyst
- Web Developer
- Business Analyst
- IT Infrastructure Support
- E-Commerce Advisor
- Project Management
Dates
There are two entry dates per year:
- February
- July
Entry
Entry Requirements
Entry Criteria
A personal interview may be part of the application process.
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
Standard Entry
● A Bachelor’s degree at a recognised educational institute; or
● Equivalent qualification; and
● Applicants are required to provide evidence of knowledge and skills in:
– Data storage and data manipulation, and
– Microsoft Office applications.
Provisional Entry
Applicants who do not meet the criteria above, but present evidence of ability to succeed (e.g. maturity, life experience, work experience, other study).
Note: entry to subsequent study is conditional on successful academic progress.
English Language Entry Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must have an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to enrolment in the programme. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including schooling in New Zealand, completion of the relevant New Zealand Certificate in English Language, approved scores on IELTS tests, or completion of accepted international equivalents. Specific scores for IELTS and New Zealand Certificates in English Language are as follows:
● IELTS 6.0 Academic (no band score lower than 5.5)
● NZCEL Level 4 with an Academic endorsement
For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
Entry with Credit
You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study while at high school, study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, life experiences or voluntary work. If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
● CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
● RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.
As part of your application you will be asked to provide details which you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
Note that CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course which you are already enrolled in. You must apply prior to enrolment.
CCs may be granted from other degree programmes and from sub-degree programmes such as the NZ Diploma in Information Systems [Level 5].
For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the School of Computing Secretary, on 06 830 1203.
If you intend to enrol in the GradDipIT as a full-time student, and you have been granted a CC or RPL, you may need to enrol in additional courses to qualify for StudyLink allowances.
International Entry Requirements
ENTRY CRITERIA
ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English Language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. English Language fluency can be verified by achievement of one of the following within the last two years:
■ New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 (Academic)
■ IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5
■ PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42
■ International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)
Academic Learning Services
Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.
We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.
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Scholarships
EIT offers a variety of scholarships across various subjects and programme levels. Some scholarships are based on your age, some are specific to the subject you want to study. Not all scholarships are based on your academic ability and anyone wanting to study should investigate what scholarships are available to them.
You can find a list of EIT scholarships here however there are many more scholarships offered nationally. Information about these is on an database called “givME”. givME is accessible at EIT or at some public libraries. If you would like to come to EIT to look through the giveME database don’t hesitate to contact scholarships@eit.ac.nz or call in for a chat.