Diploma in Cloud Engineering

Computer Science

An industry-focused online diploma designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge to design, build, and scale cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and AWS. Graduate job-ready for roles across cloud architecture, DevOps, and platform engineering.

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NZ$9,647

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NZQA Level 7 Certification

Study Level

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Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

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It will take a total of 32 weeks

This course requires 20 hours per week

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Design and manage cloud infrastructure

Develop expertise in planning, designing, and managing scalable and reliable infrastructure solutions across cloud providers.

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Deploy applications on AWS and Azure

Gain hands-on experience deploying and administering resources on Microsoft Azure and AWS, leveraging standard cloud tools and services.

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Implement cloud DevOps and automation

Apply DevOps principles, including infrastructure as code, automated deployment and monitoring, and use of containerized microservices.

What You're Signing Up For

The Diploma in Cloud Engineering is a 32-week, NZQA Level 7 program offered online by Yoobee. It delivers practical skills in designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure across platforms like AWS and Azure. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, with real-world projects covering infrastructure, AI-driven data engineering, multi-cloud deployment, DevOps, and automation. Students engage in asynchronous study with weekly webinars and flexible learning, preparing for in-demand tech industry roles and offering a part-time option for working professionals.

Course Content

  • Cloud Infrastructure & Modern Architecture: Designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure solutions (computing, storage, networking).
  • AI-Driven Cloud Data Engineering: Using ML models in cloud for optimization; understanding best practices and compliance.
  • Cloud-Native DevOps and Platform Engineering: Deploying with containerized microservices, infrastructure as code, automated testing, and monitoring.
  • Multi-Cloud Automation and Emerging Technologies: Deploying across providers, automation, security in multi-cloud.
  • Hands-on use of Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Project work with Hyper-V, Virtual Machine Manager, Linux, Windows Server, Visual Studio Code, Microsoft .NET.
  • Real-world team assignments on complex cloud-based projects.

What you need to know first

Domestic: 17 yrs+, completion of NZ Diploma in System Administration (Level 6), Diploma in Cloud Computing and Cybersecurity (Level 6), or equivalent qualification or relevant trade experience.

International: 18 yrs+, English language competence equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 5.5), successful completion of Level 6 qualification or equivalent, or relevant trade experience.

Access to a suitable computer, microphone, and reliable internet connection.

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Information Technology

  • Cloud Computing

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Cloud Solutions Architect

  • Cloud DevOps Engineer

  • Cloud Data Engineer

  • Platform Engineer