Programme details

Master of Information Technology

Engaging in a Master of Information Technology program fosters independent learning and emphasizes the significance of lifelong education.

Course description

This program enables students to participate in thorough intellectual examination, critique, and problem-solving. It demonstrates their advanced understanding of specialized areas within Information and Communication Technology (ICT), fosters effective teamwork, and encourages the assumption of leadership roles when necessary. Students will identify, assess, and tackle ethical issues related to ICT. They will apply their acquired knowledge and skills in practical contexts, communicate proficiently through oral, visual, and written means, analyze and evaluate ICT research literature, pursue further academic studies, and conduct independent research.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

The Master of Information Technology program is designed for IT professionals and recent graduates who seek to engage in an advanced course of study. This program aims to equip participants for further academic pursuits or to enhance their qualifications for more senior roles within the industry.

Possible career opportunities include positions such as business analyst, IT manager, network manager, security specialist, software developer, systems administrator, and team leader.

Entry requirements

Candidates must have completed a bachelor’s degree, graduate diploma, postgraduate certificate, or postgraduate diploma in information technology or a related field, achieving at least a B grade average at Level 7 or above.

Non-native English speakers must provide proof of proficiency through one of the following:

– NCEA Level 3 with University Entrance
– International Baccalaureate Diploma or Cambridge A-levels in English
– CELTA or CertTESOL
– IELTS Academic score of 6.5 (no band below 6)
– TOEFL pBT score of 590 (essay score of 5.5 TWE)
– TOEFL iBT score of 79 (writing score of 21)
– Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency score of 176 (no skill below 169)
– OET Grade C+ or 300 in all sub-tests
– NZCEL Expiring or Current Level 5 (Academic/Professional)
– Pearson Test of English (Academic) score of 58 (no band below 50)
– Language Cert C1 Expert International ESOL Written (LRW) HIGH PASS and Spoken (S) PASS, or C2 Mastery International ESOL Written (LRW) PASS and Spoken (S) PASS
– Trinity ISE III (no band below pass)