Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology

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 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. The Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology is also available through Auckland Online. This will allow you to complete the programme through a set of 100% online courses. Learn about the .

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:

• COMPSCI 718 Programming for Industry
• COMPSCI 719 Programming with Web Technologies