Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology: Fees & Entry Requirements at Whitecliffe, New Zealand

Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

The programme will provide graduates with the knowledge and experience in their chosen field of study: Cyber Security, Ubiquitous Computing, Data Analysis, or Machine Learning. It PGDipIT prepares graduates for senior technology roles with capability for more rapid career and technological advancement. This programme focuses on building existing knowledge, developing research capability and creating innovative solutions in a chosen area of interest.Key Dates March 2026 Intake 30/03/2026Duration1 YearFull-time or part-time options

Which department am I in?

School of Applied Information Technology

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$24,000.00 (12,07,912) per year
Student Services Levy - $300
Start date

March 2027

Venue

Christchurch Campus

167 Madras Street, Sydenham,

Christchurch City,

Canterbury,

8011, South Island, New Zealand

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$24,000.00 (12,07,912) per year
Student Services Levy - $300
Start date

November 2026

Venue

Wellington Campus

110 Lambton Quay,

Wellington,

6011, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants must

  • Have a recognised Bachelor degree in Information Technology (or equivalent) with a B average in the final year or a Bachelor Honours degree in Information Technology (or equivalent)

or

  • A Bachelors degree in Information Technology (or equivalent) followed by relevant professional experience

or

  • Demonstrated equivalent practical, professional and/or scholarly experience – entry at the discretion of the Programme Head

International applicants must

  • Turn 18 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe
  • Applicants must have sufficient competence in the English language to undertake this programme, which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicant whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of their English language competency
  • Meet New Zealand visa entry requirements whitecliffe.ac.nz/international-students

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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