- Duration
- Full-time: half year
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2025 Semester One – 3 March
- 2025 Semester Two – 21 July
- Available locations
- City, University of Auckland Online
- Points
- 60
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
Programme overview
If you've ever considered working in the ICT sector, the PGCertInfoTech is the programme for you. This intensive programme offers a supercharged route into the ICT industry and is ideal if you already have an undergraduate degree in a non ICT-related subject.
You'll gain fundamental skills in software development, including up-to-date knowledge of object-oriented programming and design, web technologies and databases, which will complement your existing critical thinking and communication abilities.
The ICT Graduate School is a collaboration between the University of Auckland and the University of Waikato and offers postgraduate study in Information Technology
that aims to develop smart, industry-ready ICT graduates. The PGCertInfoTech will be awarded jointly by the University of Auckland and the University of Waikato.
Study this programme online
The Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology is also available through University of Auckland Online. This will allow you to complete the programme through a set of 100% online courses. Learn about the Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology Online.
Note: Late Year start dates for this course are earlier than usual. For 2023, the Late Year Term starts 6 November. For 2024, the Late Year Term starts 4 November.
Programme structure
The PGCertInfoTech is a 60-point, taught programme in which you'll take practical, hands-on and lab-based courses. The courses have been developed to complement the skills you've gained in your undergraduate degree, and arm you with foundational skills for a career in IT.
The PGCertInfoTech is unique in that it provides an alternative pathway for entry into the Master of Information Technology for students who do not possess IT-related qualifications.
Full-time and part-time study options are available, including a part-time online programme – ideal for students who would like to work while they study.
The PGCertInfoTech consists of two 30-point courses:
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
2025 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 60 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 4.0
Bachelors degree
Further programme requirements
Taught 60 points
You must have completed a bachelors degree in any discipline with a GPA of 4.0 in 60 points above Stage II.
In exceptional circumstances, these requirements may be waived by the Associate Dean Academic, or nominee, if it is determined that you have at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience,
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 60 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 4.0
An undergraduate degree
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands less than 6.0
Further programme requirements
Taught 60 points
You must have completed an undergraduate degree, in any discipline, at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 4.0.
How much does a Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology cost per year?
2025 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$5,446.20*
- International students
- NZ$26,293 – $26,421*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.24 per point, estimated at $554.40 for full-time study (60 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Student loans and allowances
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Cost of living
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Key dates
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2025
- 8 December 2024
- Semester Two 2025
- 4 July 2025
- Late Year Semester 2025
- 24 October 2025
- Late Year Semester 2024
- 24 October 2024
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 26 February |
|---|---|
| Ends – 24 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 15 July |
| Ends – 11 November | |
| Late Year Term | Starts – 4 November |
| Ends – 1 March |
| Semester One | Starts – 3 March |
|---|---|
| Ends – 30 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 21 July |
| Ends – 17 November | |
| Late Year Term | Starts – 1 December |
| Ends – 1 March |
Other important dates
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
Where could this programme take you?
PGCertInfoTech graduates are employed in roles as diverse as database developers and data security specialists. You can look forward to joining them as you ignite your career in the ICT industry.
Jobs related to this programme
- Business analyst
- Communications specialist
- Cybersecurity support
- Database support
- Internet/multimedia developer
- Network support
- Systems administrator
- Technical consultant
This programme is also available through University of Auckland Online.
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