Graduate Computer and Information Sciences

Study mode:On campus Study type:Customized Languages: English
Foreign:$ 15 k / Year(s)  
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The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate in Computer and Information Sciences provide a sound technical understanding of computing and information technology and the ability to plan, develop and apply appropriate technologies and tools to frame and solve problems. These programmes allow students with a degree in another discipline to gain advanced expertise and knowledge in Computer and Information Sciences. The Graduate Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences also provides a sound foundation for the Master of Computer and Information Sciences, and in many cases Masters applicants are required to complete the GradDipCIS prior to commencing postgraduate study.

  • Duration options: Certificate - 6 months full-time 1 year part-time; Diploma - 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time 
  • Start date: 18 July 

Career opportunities

  • IT management/supervisor
  • Programmer
  • Project leader
  • Project manager
  • Research and development
  • Software developer
  • Software engineer
  • Technical business analyst
  • Further postgraduate study

 

Structure

Students will deepen their knowledge of computer and information sciences by studying a selection of Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences papers.

The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate in Computer and Information Sciences provide sound technical understanding of computing and information technology and the ability to plan, develop and apply appropriate technologies and tools to frame and solve problems.

Papers

FOR GRADUATE CERTIFICATE
A student must complete 60 points from the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences, of which a minimum of 45 points must be at Level 7.

FOR GRADUATE DIPLOMA
A student must complete 120 points from the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences, of which a minimum of 75 points must be at Level 7.

 

Entry requirements

  • Graduate certificate and diploma entry requirements

 

 

Study abroad fees at AUT University: what you'll pay

2016 fees per semester in NZ dollars

  • Tuition fee for Study Abroad: NZ$12,500 per semester
  • Enrolment fee: NZ$150
  • Learner services levy: NZ$320.08 per 60 points
  • Placement fee (internship option only): NZ$800
  • AUT Insurance Premium: NZ$294.50 per semester

Other compulsory fees (in addition to tuition fees)

  • 2016 Compulsory Student Services Fee - $573.30 for 120 points or $4.77 per academic point (GST incl)
  • 2016 Building Levy- $66.85 for 120 points or $0.56 per academic point (GST incl)
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