New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Subject area
Information Technology not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
20 Weeks
Total student fees
$2,379
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who have attained a broad understanding of the core concepts and practical skills in Information Technology (IT), can apply the fundamentals of current and emerging concepts and practice in IT, and are able to proceed to further IT-related study.
As an emerging IT professional, graduates will be aware of appropriate professional practice, and work both as part of a team and independently, under broad supervision.
Graduates of this qualification will have the IT skills that will enable them to contribute to society, supporting digital proficiency and capability in a range of community and voluntary areas.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Entry Requirements Applicants must have NCEA Level 2 or equivalent Applicants who are 20 years or older and do not hold the minimum entry requirements as noted above will be eligible to be enrolled where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Domestic Language Entry Requirements If English or Maori is not the applicant's first language, candidates will need an IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5, or equivalent. International English Language Entry Requirements International applicants will need an IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5, or equivalent.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
20 Weeks
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$2,379 | $2,379 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$2,510 | $2,510 |
| Total | $4,889 | $4,889 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
57%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (04) 913 5300
Fax: (04) 913 5308
Email: customerservices@openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Web: http://www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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