Palmerston North,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Sciences in Hamilton New Zealand | Massey University
Massey University
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Hamilton New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
43,480
(c. USD25,270.32)
Attendance
Full-time
A postgraduate diploma serves as a pathway to advanced research degrees like a master's. The Information Sciences Postgraduate Diploma provides comprehensive training in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Software Engineering. Students often tailor their studies by selecting courses that align with their interests, including options in computer science, IT, or software engineering, as well as data science, cybersecurity, information systems, and business management. This program develops your ability to apply analytical thinking and problem-solving techniques to address software-related challenges in the ICT field. You'll acquire expertise in assessing methodologies for creating, testing, and maintaining sophisticated technological systems while developing strategic decision-making capabilities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Sciences you will have:
been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Information Sciences or an equivalent qualification, having achieved a B- grade average or higher over the qualifying 300-level majoring courses; or
been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, having achieved a B- grade average or higher over the 300-level majoring courses, and have at least two years' relevant professional experience demonstrated via a portfolio, and an interview if required.
You will need to provide verified copies of:
all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University
a CV and portfolio if applying on the basis of a Bachelor's degree and at least two years' relevant professional experience.
International English Language Requirements:
- IELTS - 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each band
- TOEFL iBT – Overall score 90, minimum 20 in Writing
- Cambridge English - C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176. No less than 169 in each skill.
- NCEL - Level 5
- PTE - 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skills
- LanguageCert - C1 Expert IESOL (LRWS) with HIGH PASS and no less than Pass in each skill or C2 Mastery IESOL (LRWS) with PASS and no less than Pass in each skill
Tuition
NZD
43,480