Bachelor Of Information Technology in Wellington Institute of Technology (Weltec), New Zealand

Bachelor Of Information Technology in Wellington Institute of Technology (Weltec)

A new degree designed with industry

Whitireia and Weltec are pleased to offer a new IT degree in 2019. The degree was designed with the IT industry to ensure our graduates are well-prepared with the skills required for the 21st century.

The degree offers five new majors and provides a well-rounded education designed for today's IT workplaces. You'll learn communication skills, management processes, teamwork and complete an industry project in your final year.

This degree has been accredited by the industry, represented by IT Professionals New Zealand.

Internship opportunities to prepare you for work

Whitireia and WelTec provide the training and support to take you from where you are now to roles in the industry. In some cases you can also obtain industry certification while you learn.

Many of our students work part-time in IT during their studies. There are internship opportunities to work in IT firms and gain paid work experience.

Majors

*Majors available subject to demand

Applied Data Science (offered at Whitireia Porirua)

Data Science is a rapidly growing field. Companies and organisations use data to support strategic decision making, solve problems and gain a competitive edge. Learn to apply technology to make the most of data.

  • Understand the concepts of business intelligence and data mining
  • Gain skills in information systems management
  • Build data science solutions
  • Design, implement and query complex databases
  • Create and validate business analytical models
  • Communicate data analysis through visualisation and stories

Cyber Security (offered at WelTec Petone)

Manage risks involved with organisational technology. Protect data and systems. Security specialists are in high demand within government, commercial and banking sectors.

  • Gain an understanding of security fundamentals and forensics
  • Learn to perform security risk management and vulnerability assessment
  • Design and develop security policies and controls
  • Respond to security breaches using technical controls and forensic techniques
  • Plan and implement security testing

Networking and Infrastructure (offered at WelTec Petone)

Gain an advanced qualification relevant to the fast-changing demands of industry. Develop skills in Cisco, Linux and Microsoft network support. Learn in specialised labs and facilities.

  • Learn networking fundamentals
  • Plan and document network infrastructure
  • Implement and support computer networks and management systems
  • Gain skills to diagnose and resolve problems using network technologies and procedures
  • Build an in-depth understanding of wireless technologies

Software Development (offered at Whitireia Porirua and WelTec Petone)

Software developers create IT solutions using a range of codes and languages. Further your talent for problem-solving. Develop logic and analytical skills. Work in New Zealand and around the world.

  • Learn about software design, development and maintenance
  • Become proficient in a variety of programming languages
  • Design and develop software applications
  • Gain skills in testing and maintenance
  • Understand logic methods and problem analysis
  • Learn modelling techniques
  • Work with commercial software applications

Know more about Studying in New Zealand

Tuition Fees in New Zealand (1st Year Average) BE/Btech NZD 24605 | MBA NZD 25694| MS NZD 29178 | BSc NZD 30702 | BBA NZD 22863 | MEng NZD 41589 | MIM NZD 34186 | MFin NZD 142025
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in New Zealand NZD 1250 Per Month
Entrance Exams in New Zealand TOEFL: 74 | IELTS: 6 |PTE: 53
Work and Study in New Zealand Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in New Zealand One to Three Years Depending on the Region.
Cost of Student Visa in New Zealand NZD 295
Student Visa in New Zealand If a student wants to study full time in New Zealand for more than three months, and is willing to pay the full cost of the course, Fee-Paying Student Visa is for him/her.
Intakes in New Zealand There are Two Main Intakes in New Zealand: January Intake and July Intake.
Top Job Sectors in New Zealand Engineering, Software Developing/Programming, Medicine, Education, Accounts, Electrician, Automotive Technician, etc.
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Duration :

3 Years

Intake

March

Level

Undergraduate

Tuition & fees

$ 20,030 Per Year

IELTS

6.0

TOFL

60

PTE

50

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