A personal interview may be part of the application process.

Academic entry requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

MDigiBus (240)

• An NZQF listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of a pass (as per the EIT 11 point grading system specified in the ARF); or
• At the discretion of EIT, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.

MDigiBus (180)

• A NZQF listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in the Computing, Information Technology, Business or Management field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system specified in the ARF); or
• A bachelor honours or postgraduate degree in the Computing, Information Technology, Business or Management field with 120 credits at Level 8; or
• A degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system specified in the ARF) and evidence of relevant experience in the Computing, Information Technology, Business or Management field at degree level, subject to assessment from the Programme Coordinator; or
• At the discretion of EIT, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.

A MDigiBus applicant who does not meet the entry criteria above may be admitted to the PGCertDigiBus and, upon successful completion of four courses (with a minimum B average) from the schedule of courses may be admitted to the MDigiBus.

PGDipDigiBus and PGCertDigiBus

• A NZQF listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Computing, Information Technology, Business or Management; or
• An undergraduate degree in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system specified in the ARF), subject to assessment by the Programme Coordinator; or
• At the discretion of EIT, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.

English language entry requirements

All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in their programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:

• Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply).
• Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 5 with any endorsement).
• IELTS Academic score of 6.5, with no band score lower than 6, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment.
• Completion of accepted international English language proficiency tests (refer to NZQA English language entry requirements for international students) with scores equivalent to the IELTS scores above.

You may already have knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, or life experiences. 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.
• CC and RPL can only be awarded for Level 8 study, not Level 9.

You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.

You must apply prior to enrolment in the course. CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course.

CC may be granted from other degree programmes, providing they are not part of the entry qualification.

For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Postgraduate Programmes Administrator in your region.

Auckland – Luana Clarke on 09 300 7410 or email lclarke@eit.ac.nz
Hawke’s Bay – Lavinia Wyatt on 06 830 1279 or email lwyatt@eit.ac.nz

Academic Entry Requirements

Master of Digital Business (180 Credits)

• An undergraduate degree in the computing, information technology, business or management field with a minimum of a B average.

Where the candidate’s undergraduate degree does not provide the basis of study at the level required for more advanced study, they will be required to enrol in the Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Business before continuing to master degree level (180 credits). Alternatively, candidates can apply for the two year Masters (240 credit) if they meet the entry criteria for this programme.

Master of Digital Business (240 Credits)

• An undergraduate degree or graduate diploma.

Other graduate qualifications and industry experience may be considered. Please contact the International Centre for further information: international@eit.ac.nz

Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Business

• An undergraduate degree in the computing, information technology, business or management field.

Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Business

• An undergraduate degree in the computing, information technology, business or management field.