New Zealand Diploma in IT Technical Support

Computer Science

A course by

UCOL

Develop work-ready ICT skills for a technical support career with the New Zealand Diploma in IT Technical Support at UCOL. Gain hands-on experience in programming, networks, hardware, systems analysis, web and database technologies.

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NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

UCOL Manawatū, Palmerston North

It will take a total of 41 weeks

This course requires 35 hours per week

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Demonstrate Programming Skills

Develop and document software applications using industry-standard programming languages, including debugging and testing.

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Design and Administer Databases

Design relational databases, apply interaction design, and retrieve organisational data using queries and reporting tools.

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Business and Information Systems Understanding

Understand fundamental concepts of business systems and components of ICT professions.

What You're Signing Up For

The UCOL New Zealand Diploma in IT Technical Support (Level 5) is designed to provide fundamental and practical skills across a wide range of ICT core areas, preparing students for IT support roles in industry. The programme includes business information systems, computer hardware, networking and security, system support and troubleshooting, programming, web and database technologies, and systems analysis. Learners develop strong frontline support expertise with a hands-on focus and have credit transfer options toward degree-level study.

Course Content

  • Programming Fundamentals
  • Database Fundamentals
  • Information Systems Fundamentals
  • Technical Support Fundamentals
  • Web Fundamentals
  • Systems Analysis Fundamentals
  • Network Fundamentals
  • Computer Hardware Fundamentals

What you need to know first

If under 20: NCEA Level 3 or equivalent; e.g. NZ Certificate in IT Essentials or NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology)

Alternatively, discretionary entry by Executive Dean

Proof of English language proficiency at IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5) or equivalent

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Information Technology

  • Technical Support

  • ICT

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Web Developer

  • Desktop Support

  • User Support

  • Network Technician

  • Applications Specialist

  • Database Administrator

  • Service Technician

  • Programmer