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Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology [Level 8]
Study Options
Full-time, Part-time
Length
1 year
Level
Level 8
IT Qualifications are in High Demand
If you are a computing degree graduate this diploma will further prepare and enhance your employment opportunities in the IT sector where there are recognised skills shortages in New Zealand and internationally.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology (PGDipIT) programme has been designed to produce IT post graduates who are able to think critically and have a number of high level skills in the IT field that can be applied in a wide range of situations. This diploma will also introduce you to research in IT.
As a graduate of the PGDipIT you’ll have an understanding of the broad conceptual and theoretical elements involved in the IT arena.
Outline
The Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology (PGDipIT) is a one year Level 8 full-time programme with a minimum of 120 credits. It enables those who have completed a computing degree to achieve a postgraduate level qualification in information technology.
If you have completed a degree level qualification in a related area (e.g. business, visual arts and science) and have appropriate IT work experience in a junior/middle management position, or are a tertiary graduate who has appropriate work experience in a middle/senior management position and wish to improve your skills and gain a higher-level qualification then this is the programme for you.
As a graduate of the PGDipIT you will have an understanding of the broad conceptual and theoretical elements involved in the IT arena, including:
- A sound knowledge of the IT environment and its effective management.
- The ability to analyse the needs of business and make recommendations for IT services and systems.
- The ability to advise on, develop and implement innovations leading to a more efficient use of resources within a dynamic IT environment.
- The ability to relate to and communicate effectively with personnel and clients having diverse backgrounds.
- The motivation for continued learning and self-development to cope effectively with change.
- An understanding of the legal, regulatory and ethical frameworks of the IT sector.
- A broad understanding of the legal, regulatory and ethical frameworks of the IT sector.
You can also apply for this diploma programme if you’ve completed a degree-level qualification in a related area such as business, visual arts or science, and have appropriate IT work experience in junior or middle management or experience in a middle or senior management role.
Please feel free to make an appointment to discuss your study options. You can meet with our staff in person at our Hawke’s Bay campus, or simply give us call on 0800 22 55 348. And you’re most welcome to visit EIT to view our facilities at any time.
Career Opportunities and Outcomes
The Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology will give you a competitive advantage over other degree graduates. Once awarded this post graduate diploma possible job and career opportunities could include:
- Systems analyst
- IT consultant
- Business analyst
- IT infrastructure support analyst
- E-commerce advisor
- Project manager
- Security analyst
- IT manager
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 degree in computing at a recognised educational institute, OR
● A degree in a related area (e.g. business, visual arts, and science) and appropriate IT work experience in a junior/middle management position, OR
● Tertiary graduates who have appropriate work experience in a middle/senior management position, and wish to improve their skills and gain a higher level qualification may also apply.
Provisional Entry
● Applicants who do not meet the criteria above, but present evidence of ability to succeed (eg. maturity, life experience, work experience, other study), OR
● Entry to subsequent study is conditional on success at the entry level.
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 5 (Academic)
■ IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0
■ PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50
■ International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)
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 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 Credit Recognition or Transfer (CRT) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
● CRT is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CRT 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.
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.
RPL and CRT cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course. You must apply prior to enrolment.
CRT may be granted from other degree programmes, providing they are not part of the entry qualification.
For further information and enquiries about CRT and RPL please contact the School of Computing Secretary, Ambah Southon, on 06 830 1244.
International entry requirements
ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- A bachelor’s degree in computing at a recognised educational institute or
- A bachelor’s degree in a related area (e.g. Business, Visual Arts, and Science) and appropriate IT work experience in a junior/middle management position
- Tertiary graduates who have appropriate work experience in a middle/ senior management position, and wish to improve their skills and gain a higher level qualification may also apply.
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 5 (Academic)
■ IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0
■ PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50
■ International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)
Study Pathways
Following completion of the PGDipIT you can progress into EIT’s Master of IT programme.
Dates
Hawke’s Bay
There are four entry dates per year:
- February
- May
- July
- October
Auckland
There are two entry dates per year:
- March
- August
Academic Learning Services
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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.