Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science - Computer Science in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago

University of Otago | Dunedin New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 43,000
(c. USD24,916.35)
Attendance
Full-time

The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc) is a two-semester program that extends upon an undergraduate Applied Science qualification. Professionals currently employed can pursue study modules - one module for the certificate, and an additional module to earn the diploma. Students also have the option to complete the 120-point program in one continuous period.
Pursue Computer Science studies at Otago to shape your career trajectory. This field unlocks diverse opportunities spanning machine learning, computer animation, gaming development, software engineering, and robotics, as well as legal, financial, and business sectors. Computer Science serves as the foundation for all IT disciplines and represents a dynamic, expanding domain. In today's digital society, computing plays a pivotal role that will continue indefinitely. Computer Science professionals evaluate, create, and deploy computational algorithms and systems. Their expertise is in high demand both in New Zealand and globally. Otago's curriculum encompasses all fundamental Computer Science disciplines while conducting pioneering research across varied fields including AI, computer graphics, distributed systems, database management, information retrieval, bioinformatics, and computational theory.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
Every applicant must either
be a graduate, or
have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
In considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant's performance in the programme.

IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.

Tuition NZD 43,000

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