Graduate Diploma in Information and Communications Technology
Universal College of Learning (UCOL) Limited
Subject area
Information Systems not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$6,568
over 1 Year - details
Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The Graduate Diploma in Information and Communications Technology Level 7 is structured to provide students with advanced ICT skills ready for immediate application in industry. The programme provides students with focused instruction in either Software Development or Computer Networking, as well as covering core aspects of professionalism relating to the ICT industry. Graduates will be prepared for immediate employability in their chosen field of ICT, or enrolment in further education.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Applicants must hold a Bachelor degree, or higher qualification in an Information and Communications Technology ICT related discipline from a New Zealand University, Polytechnic or NZQA Approved Provider Or Graduate equivalency for those who can demonstrate appropriate practical, professional or educational experience in ICT. Those entering with a bachelor degree, or higher qualification, will be required to present either an original or certificate copy of their academic transcript issued by the awarding institute. International students must hold a Bachelor degree, or higher qualification in an ICT related discipline from an accredited international provider and IELTS Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or equivalent. In addition to this international applications under the age of 20 must have NCEA equivalency.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$6,568 | $6,568 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,426 | $9,426 |
| Total | $15,994 | $15,994 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $62,612 |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
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Horticulture NZ Industry Training Scholarships
Provided by:
Horticulture New Zealand
Website:
Value:
$500
Graduate Women Manawatu Award - UCOL @ Palm North
Provided by:
UCOL (Universal College of Learning)
Website:
https://www.ucol.ac.nz/study-at-ucol/scholarships
Value:
About $2000 each if three awards made.
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (06) 952 7000
Fax: (06) 952 7023
Email: enquiry@ucol.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ucol.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.