New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4)

Otago Polytechnic

IT is a global industry and there are currently far more IT-related jobs than there are graduates - so skills in this sector give you pretty good employment prospects. This programme is your first step to gaining great introductory skills across a range of IT areas. You’ll study in a creative, innovative and supportive environment and, with small class sizes, you’ll get plenty of one-on-one attention from your experienced teachers. Courses include Web Development, Programming, Computer Essentials and IT Industry Skills. When you finish this certificate and graduate, you’ll have guaranteed entry into our three-year IT degree, the Bachelor of Information Technology. This is a hands-on, practical degree so you’ll learn by doing. You’ll also build the communication skills you need to work effectively in the industry. Courses include Automation and Robotics, Mobile App Development, UX Engineering, Game Development, AI and Data Science, and loads more Grads of our degree enjoy jobs such as Web Developer, Systems Administrator, Software Developer, Programmer, Business Analyst, Database Administrator or Computing Services Manager.