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Bachelor of Applied Information Technology

At Whitecliffe

Location

New Zealand

Qualification

Bachelor Degree

Fees

NZD19500

(2026)

Duration

3 Year(s)

Next intake

08.02.2027

Entry Score

IELTS

Course info

This degree programme aims to prepare industry-ready graduates who are specialists in their chosen field of Network Engineering and Security or Software and Web Development. Graduates will develop a systemic and coherent understanding of Information Technology. The degree is accredited by IT Professionals New Zealand and is a part of the Seoul Accord, so graduates will have an internationally recognised qualification. The degree consisting of two specialisations: Network Engineering and Security, and Software and Web Development. This degree will be replaced by the Bachelor of Applied Computing Technologies - Subject to NZQA approval - Intake February 2026.Graduates of the programme will develop a systemic and coherent understanding of Information Technology.In their chosen specialisation of Network Engineering and Security or Software and Web Development, they will develop knowledge and understanding that they can apply in the workplace and will prepare them for IT professional body membership and certification.6 October 2025 intake is available

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 3 Year(s)

Fees: NZD19500

Intake	Location
February, 2027	Christchurch City
February, 2027	Wellington
February, 2027	Grafton
July, 2027	Christchurch City
July, 2027	Wellington
July, 2027	Grafton

Entry requirements for Whitecliffe

International applicants must - Turn 18 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe Applicants must have sufficient competence in the English language to undertake this programme, which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicant whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of their English language competency. Meet New Zealand visa entry requirements

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Applicants must Turn - 17 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe. Have achieved NCEA Level 3 or above and 20 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, including: 14 credits each in three approved subjects, and UE Literacy (NCEA Level 2 or above; 10 credits with 5 credits each in reading and writing), and UE Numeracy (NCEA Level 1 or above; 10 credits) OR A relevant qualification at Level 3 on the NZQF or above and the equivalent of UE Literacy and Numeracy OR New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4).

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Whitecliffe. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.