Entry requirements
To enrol in this programme you must have:
- New Zealand University Entrance (visit the NZQA University entrance webpage), or
- Hold other certificate or diploma qualifications as considered appropriate by the Programme Leader, or equivalent.
20 years old or over
If you are 20 years of age or over and do not hold the minimum entry requirements you will be eligible to be enrolled where your previous educational, work or life experience indicates you have a reasonable likelihood of success.
IT project requirements
BIT701 IT Project, a compulsory courses for all students in this programme, is a learning experience that occurs in a professional context.
To do this course you need to identify and negotiate an agreement to conduct a project with a host organisation or employer.
English language requirements
International students must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent.
Domestic students for whom English or Māori is not their first language must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent.
Learn more about English language requirements
International students and domestic students living overseas
You can study this programme part-time if you're an international student living in New Zealand. You will need to be in paid employment with a valid work permit.
You can study this programme if you're an international student living overseas, or a domestic student living overseas subject to agreement of suitable arrangements for project work.
Learn more about studying with us as an international student
Computer and internet requirements
Courses in this programme are delivered online. This means you will access course material and submit assessments online. Our online courses may include reading, videos, quizzes or activities, and you may need to download content.
For online learning and assessments, you need:
- Regular access to a computer
- Reliable internet and data plan.
This programme was designed using Windows languages, tools and applications, so we recommend that if you use a Mac operating system, you use software that allows Windows to be run on a virtual machine / desktop on your Apple computer, or alternatively acquire a Windows based computer.
If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.