Postgraduate Diploma in Information Sciences – PGDipInfSc
Computer Science
A course by
Massey University
Build advanced knowledge in computer science, information technology, software engineering, and data science. The PGDipInfSc prepares students for practice or further research in the information sciences.
NZ$11,615
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking
Apply advanced problem-solving and analytical thinking skills to address complex software-based problems in the ICT sector.
Evaluate Policies and Processes
Critically evaluate policies and processes for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining advanced technology solutions.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Information Sciences (PGDipInfSc) at Massey University offers in-depth study in computer science, information technology, data science, and software engineering. Students can tailor their selection of papers from a broad offering, including areas such as cyber security, artificial intelligence, geographic information science, and business subjects. This programme is well-suited for those wishing to upskill professionally or as a pathway to the Master of Information Sciences. Graduates gain applied and theoretical skills to solve modern ICT problems, run projects in professional or academic settings, and move into leadership and technical roles in the information sciences sector.
Course Content
- Computer Graphics
- Studies in Computer Vision
- Studies in Parallel and Distributed Systems
- Studies in Operating Systems and Architecture
- Studies in Intelligent Systems
- Data Mastery: Scripting, Databases and Data Privacy
- Data Science - Making Sense of Data
- Multivariate Analysis for Big Data
- Practical Data Mining
- Practical Software Engineering
- Advanced Machine Learning
- Implementation and Management of Systems Security
- Location Systems: Spatial Databases, Tools and Applications
- Location Data: Mapping, Analysis and Visualisation
- Information Sciences Research Methods
- Object-Oriented Software Development - Theory and Practice
- User Interface Design and Evaluation
- Information Technology Project Part 1
- Information Technology Project Part 2
- Organisation and Management (up to 30 credits)
- Essentials of Marketing (up to 30 credits)
- Health Information Management (up to 30 credits)
Build towards these roles
Project manager in ICTSoftware developerData scientistSystems analystIT consultantCyber security analystBusiness analystLeadership roles in technology
