Study Options
Full-time, Part-time
Length
6 months
Level
Level 4
Setting the foundation for a career in computing
Fancy a career in New Zealand’s best-paid industry?
IT qualifications are in high demand not just locally but worldwide. A computing career can take you wherever you want to go. This certificate is ideal if you are a school-leaver without University Entrance or just want to get started in IT with the aim of progressing further in study and your career.
Outline
The intent of this programme for new students is to provide a broad foundation in IT knowledge which can ensure success for further advanced study. Part-time study options are available, however, the majority of NZ Certificate in IT Essentials [Level 4] students would study all four courses within the programme.
Subject Areas
- IT Foundations
- Web Design Foundations
- Programming Foundations
- Database Project
You’re welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff either in person or by phone and you can also arrange a visit to view our facilities.
Career and Study Opportunities
This qualification can lead to positions in general businesses requiring a broad knowledge of hardware, software and IT.
Your possible employment opportunities include roles as a helpdesk operator or a trainee computer technician. However, the main purpose of the programme is to provide you with a platform for more advanced study in IT.
Your study pathway could progress onto the Bachelor of Computing Systems.
Dates
There are two entry dates per year:
- February (both Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti)
- July (Hawke’s Bay only)
Entry
Entry Requirements
English Language Entry Requirements
Entry with Credit
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.
Find out more:
Sisters Grace and Ella Patterson reaping the rewards of computing study and career outcomes.
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.