Graduate Diploma in Applied Information Technology
Info Systems
A course by
Wintec
A one-year graduate diploma program teaching practical IT and information systems skills with options to specialise in database, networking, software, or web development.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches

Deliver quality IT services
Develop the skills and knowledge to provide effective IT services and solutions in various organisational settings.

Communicate effectively in IT contexts
Enhance communication skills pertinent to supporting and improving IT processes across industries.

Specialise in IT fields
Choose and complete advanced study in specialisations such as database administration, network engineering, software engineering, or web development.
What You're Signing Up For
The Graduate Diploma in Applied Information Technology at Wintec is a practical, career-focused programme for students seeking to advance in IT. Students gain knowledge and skills in delivering IT services, developing effective communication, and can specialise in Network Engineering, Software Engineering, Web Development, Database Administration, or Database Development. The programme includes compulsory and elective modules, and prepares graduates for roles across multiple IT specialisations. Flexible pathways are available for students from diverse academic backgrounds.
Course Content
- Information Systems Essentials
- Object Oriented Programming
- Database Modelling and SQL
- Database Systems
- Business Essentials for IT Professionals
- Mobile Applications Development
- Data-Warehousing and Business Intelligence
- Cloud Server Databases
- Database Front-End Applications
- Web Programming
- Big Data and Analytics
- Introduction to Networks
- Systems Administration
- Advanced Networking
- Network Security
- Routing and Switching Essentials
- Cyber Security
- Virtualisation Essentials
- Data Centre Infrastructure
- Scaling Networks
- Mathematics for Programming
- Game Development
- Principles of Software Testing
- Application Development
- Advanced Web Technologies
- Human Computer Interactions
- Web Applications Development
- Data Visualisation
- Front-End Web Development
What you need to know first
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification approved by the Centre’s Programme Committee.
Special admission: Applicants aged 20+ without a degree but with sufficient skills/experience may be considered.
Provisional entry: Applicants under 20 with other educational attainment or work/life experience may be considered.
English Language: IELTS 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5 or equivalent (for non-native speakers).

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Information Technology

Future employment opportunities might be
Database Administrator
Database Developer
Network Engineer
Software Engineer
Web Developer
IT Project Manager
IT Manager
Security Specialist