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New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology

Whitecliffe College

Subject area

Information Technology not elsewhere classified

Qualification

Duration

20 Weeks

Total student fees

$3,642

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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

A minimum of 42 credits at NCEA Level 3, including14 credits in Digital Technologies or Computing AND a minimum of 10 credits in Maths AND 10 credits in English at Level 2 or above, OR Equivalent knowledge, skills and experience International students: IELTS Academic score of 5.5, with no band score lower than 5.0 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)
$3,642 $3,642
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$3,585 $3,585
Total $7,227 $7,227

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

73%


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

All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (9) 309 5970
Fax: (09) 302 2957
Email: feroz@whitecliffe.ac.nz
Web: http://www.whitecliffe.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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