University of Waikato

Master of Information Technology

The course's main feature is the industry internship (CSMAX596) paper which gives you industry experience for
one whole trimester. As an intern, you will be mentored and supported by your employer and University
supervisor as you work on a real-world problem in an industry team setting. The MInfoTech was developed as
part of the Auckland ICT Graduate School, a joint initiative between the University of Waikato and the
University of Auckland to develop industry-ready ICT experts. The aim of the programme is to meet the
explosive demand for highly-skilled network and data professionals, coders, system architects, web developers
and other work-ready ICT professionals. Technology is the fastest growing sector in New Zealand, and with a
$1.3 trillion projected growth in the global ICT industry from 2013-2020, the MInfoTech prepares you to make
the most of the significant opportunities available in this industry. Our aim is to ensure you move beyond the
classroom and into professional work situations with a full complement of employable IT skills.

1-2 years
DURATION
CAMPUS Hamilton
Trimester A (March), Trimester B (July) and C Trimester
INTAKE (November)
IELTS score of at least 6.5 overall (with no less than 6.0 in any band).
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
PROFICENCY
For admission, students will need to have completed a relevant
SCORE NEEDED bachelor's degree, normally in Computer Science. You will need an
average of at least B in 80 points of 300 level or above including at
least 40 points in Computer Science or a related field.
$43,820 (120pts) $65,730 (180pts) $89,090 (240pts) per year
FEES

Career Opportunities

• Internet/Multimedia Developer
• Database Developer
• Cloud Computing Developer
• Data Security Developer
• Network and Support Developer
• Software Architect
• Technical Consultant
• Systems Administrator
• GIS Analyst

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Auckland Institute Of Studies
Master of Information Technology (MIT)
There is a need and desire in New Zealand and globally for graduates with IT skills more advanced than those
with undergraduate degrees, as well as a need for graduates who are capable of performing independent
research into complex IT issues. Graduates of the Master of Information Technology (MIT) will be equipped
with the skills needed to perform the highly complex tasks that the modern IT environment requires. They will
possess the ability to critically evaluate relevant literature, analyse independent research results and problem-
solve to a high level of sophistication. Those who complete the Thesis pathway will be able to plan and execute
original research in various novel situations.

DURATION 20 months
CAMPUS Aukland
30 January, 20 May, 9 September
INTAKE
IELTS 6.5 academic (with no band less than 6.0) / TOEFL iBT 79 (with
ENGLISH LANGUAGE a writing score of 21) / PTE academic score of 58 with no band
PROFICENCY lower than 50
Bachelor degree, graduate diploma or postgraduate diploma or
SCORE NEEDED equivalent in information technology, computer science or related
field of study

2024 Programme Fees: NZ$35,700

FEES Resource Fees: NZ$3,300
Total: NZ$39,000
Plus a compulsory Student Services Fee of NZ$300 per year (or
NZ$30 per month or part thereof).

Career Opportunities

Higher-than entry-level IT positions such as software programmer, software developer, software analyst,
software designer, web developer, web architect, enterprise web consultant, web service developer, web
analyst, network engineer, network administrator, network support specialist, junior IT manager, IT manager
and business analyst

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Southern Institute of Technology
Master of Information Technology
Master of Information Technology students will undertake a coherent programme of 180 credits approved by
the programme manager and will follow one of two pathways.

DURATION 18 months full-time

CAMPUS Invercargill
2025 Semester 1: 17 February
INTAKE 2025 Semester 2: 14 July
IELTS test - Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
ENGLISH LANGUAGE Pearson Test of English (Academic) – PTE (Academic) score of 58
PROFICENCY with no band score lower than 50
Students will have completed all requirements of a bachelor's degree
SCORE NEEDED or graduate diploma or postgraduate certificate or postgraduate
diploma in information technology or related subject, with at least a
B grade average at Level 7 or higher.
NZ$41,800
FEES

Career Opportunities

The Master of Information Technology is aimed at IT professionals and recent graduates wishing to undertake
an advanced programme of study in order to prepare for further study or to assist with obtaining a more senior
position. Potential employment roles may include: business analyst, IT manager, network manager, security
specialist, software developer, systems administrator and team leader.

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Unitec
Master of Applied Technologies-Computing
For ICT professionals interested in exploring their research ideas further and adding high-level specialist skills to
their qualifications, this Master’s programme ticks all the boxes. The Master of Applied Technologies
(Computing) gives you the skills to undertake systematic research and solve complex applied computing
problems in a specialisation of your choice: data analytics and intelligence, cybersecurity and networking or
software development. You could also take an interdisciplinary approach. You may undertake a 90-credit
applied research thesis based on a topic relevant to your experience and interest, or design and carry out an
applied project by combining two courses – Applied Project (30 credits) and Applied Research Project (60
credits). It’s a highly flexible programme tailored to your career and research goals, providing an accelerated
path to a Master’s level qualification and enabling you to contribute high-quality, meaningful work to the
computing industry.

Full-time for 18 months. Part-time options available.

DURATION
CAMPUS Mt Albert
February or July
INTAKE
Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6.5 with no
ENGLISH LANGUAGE band score lower than 6
PROFICENCY
You must have completed at least one of the following:
SCORE NEEDED • A recognised bachelor degree in the same or similar discipline,
with merit achievement, deemed to be an average grade of B-
or higher in all Level 7 courses; o
• A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised
as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor
degree, or equivalent.

$30,891 (NZD) per 120 credits

FEES

Career Options

• IT adviser
• Data analyst
• Security analyst
• Software engineer/programmer
• Machine learning engineer
• Data scientist
• Artificial intelligence engineer
• Business analyst
• Network engineer
• Cybersecurity engineer
• Web developer
• Project manager

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Wintec
Master of Applied Information Technology
The Master of Applied Information Technology enables students to undertake an extended study programme in
their specialised information technology field. It requires 180 credits and has two pathways:

• The thesis pathway is a research-based master's programme. It includes a 90-credit level 9 thesis
module and aims to prepare students for further studies, such as a doctorate.

• The research project pathway is considered to be a coursework-based master's programme. It

includes a 45-credit level 9 research module (a shorter form of the Thesis module). The pathway aims
to prepare students to obtain a more senior position in their field of information technology. An
industry internship could be integrated into this pathway.

The remaining modules in both pathways are at level 8. Students who want to take more level 8 electives will
take the research project pathway, whereas those wishing to undertake more substantial research will take the
thesis pathway.

18 months
DURATION
CAMPUS Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2025- Jul 2025
INTAKE
English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 6.5 in the academic
ENGLISH LANGUAGE band, with no individual band score lower than 6.0
PROFICENCY
Entry into this course requires:
SCORE NEEDED • A bachelor degree in Computing or Information Technology or
a related subject area, with a grade average of B or better in
the final year of full-time study, or equivalent in part-time
study; or
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Computing or Information
Technology or a related subject area, with a grade average of
B or better; or
• Equivalent as considered by the Centre's Postgraduate
Programme Committee

$40,300** total for full 18 month programme

FEES

Career/further opportunities

Graduates of this programme will have the skills and knowledge to work in positions of responsibility and
authority within roles such as business analysis, business intelligence, data analytics, information security and
forensics, information technology management, project management, software development, and software
quality assurance.

Graduates who complete the programme with above-average grades (including the thesis) may have the
opportunity to obtain entry to doctoral programmes within New Zealand or overseas.

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 Whitireia and WelTec
Master of Information Technology
Elevate your expertise and expand your knowledge base with hands-on research tailored to your passion. Dive
into a wide range of cutting-edge topics, including data mining, cloud computing, business analysis, business
intelligence, ICT infrastructure, information management, mobile application development, network design
and management, security and forensics, quality assurance, and systems architecture. Choose the path that
excites you and become a leader in your field.

18 months, full-time (part-time options available)

DURATION
CAMPUS Petone
24/02/2025
INTAKE
Minimum IELTS (academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower
ENGLISH LANGUAGE than 6
PROFICENCY
A bachelor's degree or postgraduate qualification in information
SCORE NEEDED technology or related subject with at least a B grade average at Level
7 or 8, and be deemed to have the acquired skills and knowledge
through relevant work or professional experience.
NZ $40,300* (indicative for 2025 intake)
FEES

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