Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Subject area
Information Technology not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$4,757
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The aim of this qualification is to allow learners to broaden their knowledge and expertise by carrying out a significant body of study in an IT related subject area. Learners will study a specialist field such as suited to their current experience and/or qualifications. Different pathways of study will be available for Learners to choose from depending on their specific needs, interests, and professional development goals.
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology will have built on their existing knowledge base, skills and professionalism by developing technical and conceptual thinking in a specialist area of information technology.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Entry (Admission) Requirements An Undergraduate Degree (with the exception of the Open Polytechnic's Bachelor of Information Technology) or equivalent. OR Successful completion of OP7095 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology. Domestic Language Entry Requirements If English or Mäori is the not the applicant's first language, candidates will need a minimum IELTS academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent. International English Language Entry Requirements International applicants will need an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Learners without prior IT knowledge, qualifications or experience may be required to complete other courses prior to enrolling in the Graduate Diploma.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$4,757 | $4,757 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$10,383 | $10,383 |
| Total | $15,140 | $15,140 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
88%
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
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