New Zealand Diploma in Software Development
Techtorium New Zealand Institute of Information Technology Limited
Subject area
Computer Applications and Programming
Qualification
Duration
2 Years
Total student fees
$19,722
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This qualification was co-developed by IT Professionals New Zealand (ITPNZ) and NZQA National Qualifications Services (NQS).
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who have attained a range of Information Technology (IT) knowledge, specialist practices and technical skills in software development and current ways of working including Agile and DevOps. It will prepare people for employment in an entry-level developer or tester role in a range of organisational contexts, working with applicable professional standards and practice, both as part of a team and independently under broad supervision.
This qualification is designed for people seeking to focus on one or more application domains, such as general Application Development, Web Development, Games Development, and Mobile Applications Development.
Businesses, organisations and communities will benefit from having graduates with programming skills including software design, coding, and testing, and an ability to work in Agile development environments in all sectors of the economy and society. Graduates of this qualification will have the software development skills that will enable them to contribute to society, supporting digital proficiency and using their digital capability in a range of community and voluntary areas, and to proceed to further study.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
* There are no mandatory prerequisites for this qualification; * Learners enrolling are recommended to hold one of the following qualifications, or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience. * NCEA Level 2 or 3 with appropriate credits in mathematics and digital technologies subjects * New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4) * New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5) * New Zealand Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5)
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
2 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$9,861 | $19,722 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$8,863 | $17,726 |
| Total | $18,724 | $37,448 |
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Student Success
92%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 529 7523
Fax: (09) 529 7524
Email: patrick@techtorium.ac.nz
Web: http://www.techtorium.ac.nz
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