Programme details

Postgraduate Diploma in Information Systems and Technology

The Postgraduate Diploma in Information Systems and Technology offered by UC represents an advanced credential in Information Systems tailored for IT graduates seeking specialization.

Course description

The Postgraduate Diploma in Information Systems and Technology serves as an advanced qualification designed for IT graduates specializing in Information Systems. Students will be encouraged to critically examine and refine their existing practices in Information Systems and Technology Management. The curriculum integrates taught courses, seminars, research initiatives, and an internship experience.

Upon completion, graduates will possess a global awareness and the ability to understand, analyze, and critique various national and international perspectives regarding information systems and technology.

Immigration benefits

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

This course qualifies for 4 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Postgraduate diplomas are increasingly gaining recognition in the global market, with ICT-specific skills playing a vital role in the advancement and evolution of various business sectors in Aotearoa New Zealand. Furthermore, there is a notable rise in the demand for information systems graduates who possess bicultural competence and are prepared for the workforce, capable of integrating cultural concepts and theories into organizational contexts across diverse organizations, industries, and nations.

This Diploma equips graduates to progress rapidly into innovative leadership or management positions within the ICT sector. They will be well-prepared to assume various roles, including business/systems analyst, IS consultant, IS manager, and software developer.

Entry requirements

Candidates need to have completed a bachelor’s degree with a Grade Point Average of B or better in 60 points of 300-level Information Systems or other related courses, or have another related qualification.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)