Computer Science
A course by
SIT
Develop essential technical and core IT skills for success in the Information Technology industry or to progress to further study.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Invercargill, Invercargill
It will take a total of 20 weeks

Apply the fundamentals of IT technical support to manage hardware and software resources for organisations.

Support and enhance organisational processes and systems through core information systems skills.

Apply the basics of interaction/interface design and the principles of software development to develop simple applications.
If you're passionate about working with computers, a career in information technology is an ideal path. This certificate program enables students to gain essential technical and core IT skills required in industry, including software development, technical support, information systems, and project management. The focus is on preparing students for entry-level IT roles or to continue their studies in advanced IT programs.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 with 60 credits at Level 2 or above (preferably including English, Mathematics, Science) plus 20 credits from any level. Minimum 10 credits in NCEA Level 1 literacy and 10 credits in numeracy.

Information Technology
Computing

Entry-level positions in IT support
Entry-level system administration
Junior programming/developer roles
Helpdesk/technical support
Computer Science
A course by
SIT
Develop essential technical and core IT skills for success in the Information Technology industry or to progress to further study.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Invercargill, Invercargill
It will take a total of 20 weeks

Apply the fundamentals of IT technical support to manage hardware and software resources for organisations.

Support and enhance organisational processes and systems through core information systems skills.

Apply the basics of interaction/interface design and the principles of software development to develop simple applications.
If you're passionate about working with computers, a career in information technology is an ideal path. This certificate program enables students to gain essential technical and core IT skills required in industry, including software development, technical support, information systems, and project management. The focus is on preparing students for entry-level IT roles or to continue their studies in advanced IT programs.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 with 60 credits at Level 2 or above (preferably including English, Mathematics, Science) plus 20 credits from any level. Minimum 10 credits in NCEA Level 1 literacy and 10 credits in numeracy.

Information Technology
Computing

Entry-level positions in IT support
Entry-level system administration
Junior programming/developer roles
Helpdesk/technical support
OR Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4) or equivalent.
Mature applicants (20+) require Level 4 NZ Certificate in IT Essentials or equivalent knowledge/experience.
OR Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4) or equivalent.
Mature applicants (20+) require Level 4 NZ Certificate in IT Essentials or equivalent knowledge/experience.