This degree programme aims to prepare industry-ready graduates who are specialists in their chosen field of Network Engineering and Security or Software and Web Development. Graduates will develop a systemic and coherent understanding of Information Technology.
The degree is accredited by IT Professionals New Zealand and is a part of the Seoul Accord, so graduates will have an internationally recognised qualification.
The degree consisting of two specialisations: Network Engineering and Security, and Software and Web Development. This degree will be replaced by the Bachelor of Applied Computing Technologies - Subject to NZQA approval - Intake February 2026
The degree consisting of two specialisations: Network Engineering and Security, and Software and Web Development.
Graduates of the programme will develop a systemic and coherent understanding of Information Technology.
In their chosen specialisation of Network Engineering and Security or Software and Web Development, they will develop knowledge and understanding that they can apply in the workplace and will prepare them for IT professional body membership and certification.
This qualification offers training towards the following globally recognised vendor qualifications:
• CompTIA IT Fundamentals
• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Security+
• Cisco Certified Entry Networking
• Technician (CCENT)
• CCNA Wireless
• Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching
• Implementing Cisco Collaboration Devices (CICD)
• Cisco CCNP Switching and Routing
• Cisco 210-260 IINS Certification
• CCNA Security
6 October 2025 intake is available
May 2025 Intake
05/05/2025
July 2025 Intake
21/07/2025
October 2025 Intake
06/10/2025
3 Years
Full-time
Auckland City Symonds Street Campus
Wellington Campus
Christchurch Campus
Fees indicated are for 1st year of study. 2nd and 3rd Year fees may vary.
All 2025 fees are subject to change and regulatory approval.
Domestic: $7,993 + $300 Student Services Levy
International: $19,500 + $300 Student Services Levy
Further study options:
Level 8 Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
Level 9 Master of Information Technology with specialisations in Data Science and Cyber Security
Bachelor of Applied Information Technology
NZQA Level 7 (360 Credits)
Graduates of this programme will be able to move into:
Network Engineering and Security
Software and Web Development:
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Applicants must
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International applicants must
BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Requirements:
This programme has Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) requirements, we recommend you follow the specifications listed as these will support you to be successful in your studies.
Required IT Specifications:
Recommended IT Specifications:
Minimum Hardware requirements
Minimum Operating System
Not Supported:
The vast majority of our team have extensive experience within their respective industries. This is key in helping us ensure our graduates have the real-world skills they need for a successful career and bright future.
Muhammad is an experienced computer engineer with a demonstrated history of successfully completi ...
Professor Dr. Shahbaz Pervez Chattha is a globally recognized cybersecuri ...
Pinal Shah is a seasoned educator, researcher, author, and creative professional with over 15 yea ...
Amal is a Microsoft as well as Cisco Certified Trainer with wide experience in all aspects of the ...
Jun Han teaches our Certificate in IT Essentials on our Manukau campus. She joined Whitecliffe la ...
Simon holds a PhD in Computer Science (specializing in Cybersecurity) from the University of Cant ...
Rooshan is a Research Associate at the newly established Centre of Research Excellence at Whitecl ...
Dr Badeea Al Sukhni is a cybersecurity, digital forensics and machine learning researcher and lec ...
Joseph earned his PhD in Computer Science from Victoria University of Wellington in 2023. His pre ...
