Graduate Diploma in Information Sciences
Massey University
Subject area
Computer Science
Qualification
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Entry requirements
(a) meet the University admission requirements as specified; and (b) have been awarded or qualified for an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Graduates will gain knowledge and skills in an area of information sciences to an advanced level, equivalent to that of a BInfSc graduate, or to update their knowledge and skills in such an area. GDipInfSc holders will be critical thinkers, able to communicate effectively and have good quantitative skills. They will be able to solve a range of both theoretical and practical problems and will have acquired the ability to work independently and with groups.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Computer Science at this level can earn:
$56,000
Median earnings one year after study
$61,000
Median earnings two years after study
($1)
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
84%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2022
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
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Provided by:
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Website:
Value:
A minimum of $3,000 and up to $5,000 for full-time students, or pro-rated for part time students.
GCSB Women in STEM Scholarship
Provided by:
New Zealand Intelligence Community - Organisational Development New Zealand Intelligence Community
Website:
https://www.gcsb.govt.nz/working-for-us/gcsb-women-in-stem-scholarship/
Value:
The value of this award is $10,000, which can be spread over three years depending on your study plans.
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
Free phone: 0800 627 739
Phone: (06) 356 9099
Fax: (06) 350 2263
Email: contact@massey.ac.nz
Web: http://www.massey.ac.nz
Sources
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