Learn independently and recognise the importance of continued learning
Engage in rigorous intellectual analysis, criticism and problem-solving
Show evidence of advanced knowledge about specialist areas of ICT
Work effectively in teams and take on leadership roles
Apply acquired knowledge and skills in practical situations
Communicate effectively orally, visually and in writing
Analyse and critique ICT research literature
Undertake further postgraduate or masters study
Career Opportunities
The Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology is primarily aimed at IT professionals wishing to undertake a short programme of study in order to upgrade their qualifications, knowledge and advance their careers.
Potential roles may include:
Business analyst
Network manager
Security specialist
Software developer
Systems administrator
IT manager or
Team leader
Satisfactory Completion
To be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology students will have been credited with 4 chosen papers as specified in the programme schedule to the value of 60 credits. The total credit value of the Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology is 60 credits.
Fevereiro 2025
Invercargill Campus
136 Tay Street,
Invercargill,
Southland,
9810, South Island, New Zealand
Fevereiro 2026
Invercargill Campus
136 Tay Street,
Invercargill,
Southland,
9810, South Island, New Zealand
Students will have completed all requirements of a bachelor's degree or graduate diploma in information technology or related subject, with at least a B grade average at Level 7.
Special Admission
Notwithstanding the above admission criteria, in exceptional circumstances, a mature aged applicant who can show evidence of ability to succeed in the programmes may be considered for admission, provided the applicant has successfully completed an approved course or programme, or has relevant industry experience which is deemed to meet the required standard for entry.
English Language Requirements
IELTS test - Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
TOEFL Paper based test (pBT) - Score of 590 (with an essay score 5.5 TWE)
TOEFL Internet based test (iBT) - Score of 79 (with a writing score of 21)
Cambridge English Examination –C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176. No less than 169 in each skill.
OET - Minimum of Grade C+ or 300 in all sub-tests
NZCEL - a) Expiring Level b) Current:
Level 5 (Academic) or (Professional) b) Level 5
Pearson Test of English (Academic) – PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50
Language Cert - C1 Expert International ESOL Written (LRW) HIGH PASS with no less than 25/50 in each skill and Spoken (S) PASS or C2 Mastery International ESOL Written (LRW) PASS with no less than 25/50 in each skill and Spoken (S) PASS
Trinity ISE – ISE III with no less than pass in any band
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