Graduate Diploma in Information Sciences – GradDipInfSc
Computer Science
A course by
Massey University
Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Information Sciences provides broad, flexible training in computer science, data science, information technology, information systems, and software engineering for graduates seeking to upskill or retrain for ICT careers.
NZ$41,010
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NZQA Level 7 Certification (120 Credits)
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NZQA Level 7 Certification (120 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Broad understanding of information sciences
Gain knowledge across computer science, data science, information technology, information systems, and software engineering.
Software design and development skills
Ability to analyse, design, and develop software solutions and complex information systems.
What You're Signing Up For
The Graduate Diploma in Information Sciences (GradDipInfSc) at Massey University is designed for graduates from unrelated fields who want to upskill or retrain in the information sciences. The diploma covers critical areas including computer science, data science, information technology, information systems, and software engineering. Learners select eight courses (120 credits), with a required focus at 300-level, fostering skills ranging from software design and development through to team-based project work and the use of advanced software tools. The programme is available both online (distance) and on campus in Auckland, and equips graduates with the knowledge and applied skills to excel in ICT roles in New Zealand and internationally.
Course Content
- Analysis, design, and deployment of complex information technologies
- Software design and development
- Professional software tools usage
- Administrative and organisational aspects of IT
- Teamwork in IT environments
- Computer security, internet features, user interface design
- Algorithms and data structures
- Object-oriented programming
- Embedded programming
- Software engineering design and construction
- Programming language paradigms
- Artificial Intelligence
- Mobile application development
- Operating systems and networks
- Advanced web development
- Database development
- Data analysis and regression modelling
- Data mining and machine learning
- Games programming and computer graphics
- Systems analysis and modelling
- Networks, security, and privacy
- Software quality assurance and testing
- Internet of Things and cloud computing
- User experience design
- Management, analytics, and decision making
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