GameTan IGNITE TECH

Computer Science

A course by

Lifeskills

A 6-week, part-time, fully funded course designed to build digital confidence and introduce students to coding, digital design, and tech industry careers.

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This course starts anytime


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Mangere, Auckland

It will take a total of 6 weeks

This course requires 6 hours per week

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Build Digital Confidence

Students will navigate the digital world safely and confidently.

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Develop Foundation Tech Skills

Students will gain essential skills in coding, digital design, and hardware basics.

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Foster Creative Problem Solving

Students will strengthen critical thinking and teamwork abilities through tech challenges.

What You're Signing Up For

GameTan IGNITE TECH is a foundational technology programme designed to build digital confidence, develop basic coding and digital design skills, promote creative problem-solving, and inspire interest in technology careers. Through hands-on projects and group activities, students gain practical skills and an awareness of opportunities in the tech sector. This course is delivered in a supportive and engaging environment to foster teamwork, collaboration, and digital literacy.

Course Content

  • Digital confidence and online safety
  • Introductory coding concepts
  • Digital design fundamentals
  • Hardware basics
  • Creative problem solving through tech challenges
  • Group projects and teamwork
  • Exploration of technology industry career pathways

What you need to know first

Must be a domestic student

Must NOT be in high school

Must be 16 years of age or over

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Technology

  • Digital

  • ICT

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Pathways into entry-level technology roles

  • Preparation for further technology-related study