Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (Level 7)
Qualification Type Graduate Certificate
Level 7
Credits 60
Subject Area
  • Information Technology » Other Information Technology » Information Technology not elsewhere classified
Strategic Purpose Statement
The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology is designed as a vehicle/medium for graduates to broaden or deepen skills or knowledge already gained in their own domain of study in an undergraduate programme; as bridging programmes for graduates developing educational, professional or vocational knowledge in a new but complementary discipline, profession or subject area.
Graduate profile
By the end of this programme learners will:
Demonstrate a broad foundation of knowledge and skills suitable for a range of careers involving Information Technology.
Apply Information Technology industry tools, processes and standards to respond to organisational, cultural and community requirements.
Apply critical thinking and independent judgement to develop Information Technology solutions to complex real-world problems.
Engage in independent learning to maintain discipline currency in a rapidly changing Information Technology industry.
Be prepared to contribute effectively as a member or leader in diverse cross functional Information Technology teams.
Integrate cultural, ethical and sustainable practice consistent with Information Technology codes of conduct and informed by the principles of Te Tiriti O Waitangi.
Education pathways
Graduates may be able to progress to postgraduate study.
Employment pathways
Graduates from this programme will be able to enter, re-enter or continue employment, with the understanding that they are 'au fait' with the most recent practices pertaining to the information technology industry, have leading-edge knowledge of this industry and be capable of applying these skills in the workplace.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
Minimum academic entry criteria: Minimum entry requirements for students who wish to enrol in these graduate certificates or graduate diploma are an undergraduate degree qualification in computing or a related discipline or degree-equivalent practical, professional or scholarly experience. Applicants will be engaged in a Path of Study process, which provides guidance with course selection and ensures learners have the required prerequisite knowledge.

4.4. International Learners
In addition to meeting the entry criteria outlined as above, the following criterion also applies:
Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 with no individual band score lower than 5.5 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), or
Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see the NZQA proficiency table for list of recognised proficiency tests).
Refer to AP0520 English Language Requirements for International Learners and those for whom English is an additional language.
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Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number OT4978
Status Current
Created 2006-10-15 12:14:29.0
Next Review 2025-12-31 00:00:00.0
Content
Courses for the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology are approved courses from the Bachelor of Information Technology.

A standard learner pathway will consist of:
four courses at level 7.

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