Information Technology
Fascinated by tech? Step into the fast-paced world of Information Technology with UCOL and turn your passion into a career that’s in demand everywhere!
From web and mobile development to cybersecurity and data analytics, IT is shaping the future and you can be part of it!
New Zealand’s IT industry is booming, and businesses need skilled professionals to drive digital transformation. At UCOL, you’ll learn from expert lecturers, gain hands-on experience in practice labs, and even take part in internships to kick-start your career.
Choose from Certificate in IT Essentials up to a Master of IT and study across software and web development, network engineering, cybersecurity and data analytics.
Explore our programmes below and talk to us today.
Information & Communications Technology
With nationally accredited and professionally endorsed programmes at Certificate, Diploma, Degree and Postgraduate qualifications up to a Master of IT. UCOL helps you gain the experience and skills that will equip you to work in the diverse and dynamic ICT industry.
Master of Information Technology
18 months, full-time
Part-time options available
FY: S1 & 2: 16 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026
S3: 15 Feb 2027 - 25 Jun 2027
MY: S1 & 2: 20 Jul 2026 - 25 Jun 2027
S3: 25 Jul 2027 - 26 Nov 2027
Take your tech expertise to the next level!
New Zealand Diploma in IT Technical Support
1 year full-time
Part-time option available
16 Feb 2026 – 27 Nov 2026
20 Jul 2026 – 25 Jun 2027
Keen to break into the fast‑growing world of tech? Gain essential hands‑on skills and confidence to step straight into the industry!
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
12 months full-time
Part-time options available
16 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026
20 Jul 2026 - 25 Jun 2027
Get ready to level up your expertise and push into higher‑skill, higher‑impact IT!
Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology
6 months full-time
Part-time options available
16 Feb 2026 - 26 Jun 2026
20 Jul 2026 - 27 Nov 2026
Sharpen your technical edge and step confidently into higher‑level IT roles!
Bachelor of Information & Communications Technology
Y1, Y2, Y3: 16 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026
Y1, Y2, Y3: 20 Jul 2026 - 25 Jun 2027
Keen to innovate, create, analyse, and shape the digital world? This degree is your launchpad to becoming an innovator to drive the digital world forward!
New Zealand Certificate in IT Essentials
19 weeks full-time
16 Feb 2026 - 26 Jun 2026
20 Jul 2026 - 27 Nov 2026
Whether you’re curious about computers, looking to upskill, or planning to move into further IT study, this programme sets you up with the core knowledge to get started, and open doors to an exciting future in tech.
U-Skills Academy ICT Innovation (Level 3)
Starting: Week of 09 Feb 2026
Finishing: Week ending 25 Sep 2026
Delivery day: Friday
Take your ICT skills to the next level with software programming, and study while still in school!
Profiles
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Dr Amardeep Singh
ICT Lecturer
With a wealth of machine learning, AI, and data science expertise, Dr Amardeep Singh uses a mentoring approach for ākonga so they gain confidence and take charge of their learning.
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Fili Kurene
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technologies Graduate
Majoring in Business & Systems Analysis, as well as Project Management, Fili hopes her journey will inspire other Pasifika people to continue their education and take up an interest in the IT industry.