Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology

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 Bachelor’s 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
• Meet English language requirements: IELTS Test – Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6, or equivalent whitecliffe.ac.nz/apply/international-students
• 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

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:

• The latest Windows is the recommended operating system, with regular updates across the programme of study.

Recommended IT Specifications:

Minimum Hardware requirements

• Intel® or AMD processor with 64-bit support; 2 GHz or faster processor with SSE 4.2 or later
• 16 GB RAM
• 500 GB SSD or higher hard drive with 10GB free space minimum
• Wireless capability 802.11n dual-band
• Up-to-date antivirus software

Minimum Operating System

• Windows 10 (64-bit) version 1809 or later; LTSC versions are not supported (a must for IT Students)
  OR
• Intel i5 or equivalent or above
• AMD Ryzen5 or equivalent processor

• Internet and unlimited data plan recommended.

Not Supported:

• Chromebooks
• Windows X or Windows S OS
• Tablets (except Windows Surface Pro or iPad Pro)

What is the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology at Whitecliffe?

It is an NZQA Level 8, 120-credit programme that prepares graduates for senior technology roles in areas such as Cyber Security, Ubiquitous Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science and Machine Learning.

What specialisations are available in the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology?

Students can specialise in Cyber Security, or Data Science, tailoring the qualification to their career interests.

How does the PGDipIT programme prepare graduates for career advancement?

The qualification enhances prior knowledge, develops research capability, and fosters innovative solutions, equipping graduates for rapid progression in IT roles.

Which industry certifications are available or supported during the PGDipIT programme?

The programme aligns most specialist Courses up to 85% with industry certifications including Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) offering students opportunities for certification alongside their studies.

The academic intake dates for the programme are listed in the programme information. Applicants should ensure their submission is complete before these dates to enrol in the programme.

Where is the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology offered?

This qualification is available at Auckland City Symonds Street, Wellington, and Christchurch campuses.

What are the tuition fees for the PGDipIT at Whitecliffe?

All fees are listed in the programme information and are subject to annual regulatory adjustments.

What are the minimum BYOD requirements for PGDipIT students?

Students must meet specified BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) hardware and operating system requirements as detailed in the programme’s recommended specifications.

What further study options are available after completing PGDipIT?

Graduates may progress to the Level 9 Master of Information Technology with specialisations in Data Science and Cyber Security.

Who teaches the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology at Whitecliffe?

Our faculty’s strength comes from its unique composition: PhD-qualified professors and senior Lecturers ( such as Prof. Dr. Shahbaz Pervez Chattha, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Azam, Dr. Seyed Hosseini, Dr. Simon Yusuf, Dr. Sarmad Soomro, Dr. Joseph Dang, Dr. Sana, Dr. Badeea , and Mr. Pinal Shah) providing deep theoretical knowledge and senior industry experts certified by bodies like EC-Council, Cisco, ISACA, Microsoft, and CompTIA. They are not just teachers but practitioners who develop and implement cutting-edge solutions for global challenges. This direct link to industry ensures an education that is both academically rigorous and immediately applicable.