Graduate Diploma in ICT (Software Development) Level 7

This programme consist of 120 credits. The courses includes;

Core Courses

Graduate Professional Practice (15 Credits, 16 weeks duration)

This course prepares you for the transition into the ICT profession and covers communication skills, team work and topical issues in the industry.

Special Topic (15 Credits, 16 weeks duration)

Pursue an area of special interest to you under the guidance of a UCOL academic staff member.

Advanced Programming

Software Engineering (15 Credits, 16 weeks duration)

Learn how to design and construct quality software ready for distribution.

Mobile Application Development (15 Credits, 16 weeks duration)

Develop a small, enterprise-level application that provides support for a mobile workforce.

Advanced Database Concepts (15 Credits, 16 weeks duration)

Learn how to design, create and administer a data warehouse using a server-based databased management system.

IT Project Management (15 Credits, 16 weeks duration)

Gain an understanding of project management theory and practice it as it relates to the ICT industry.

Domestic Entry Requirements

A Bachelor degree, or higher qualification in an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related discipline from a New Zealand University, Polytechnic or NZQA Approved Provider.

Graduate equivalency for those who can demonstrate appropriate practical, professional or educational experience in ICT.

English language proficiency

If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL is a TOEFL testing centre.

International Entry Requirements

In addition to the Domestic Entry Requirements, the following applies to international student applicants:

Academic Requirements

A Bachelor degree, or higher qualification in an ICT related discipline from an accredited international provider. You will be required to present either an original or certified copy of their academic transcript issued by the awarding institute. 

English language proficiency

International student applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL is a TOEFL testing centre.

Under 20 years of age

In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.

Domestic Fees: *
$7255.00

International Fees:*
$21,500.00

Career & Study Outcomes

• Software architecture
• Software testing
• Software contracting
• Software engineering
• Database architecture
• Database administration
• Software development
• Mobile development