Diploma in Networks and Systems Administration (Advanced)

Applicants must meet the following criteria for admission into the programme:
* Successfully completed a Level 6 or equivalent qualification in information technology or similar discipline; OR
* Successfully completed a bachelor's degree in any information technology relevant field; OR
* Evidence of equivalent practical, professional or educational experience e.g. three or more year full-time experience (relevant to ICT); OR
* Candidates aged over 20 years who do not meet the entry requirements but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have an equivalent knowledge and skills may be eligible for special admission at the discretion of the Head of the department or designated nominee.
If English is not their first language and for International students, an overall academic IELTS band score of at least 6.0 is required with no band score lower than 5.5, or evidence must be provided of equivalent English language proficiency.

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This programme aims to provide students with the specialised technical knowledge and skills from within the Information technology profession that focus on the specialisation of 'Networks and Systems Administration'. Graduates of this programme will be able to demonstrate theoretical knowledge and specialised technical skills with depth in the field of systems and network administration by analysing and generating solutions to implement and maintain systems, networks and cloud based solutions to meet broadly defined organisational requirements.
The programme has been developed for students who already have a foundation of Information technology and wish to acquire more specialised knowledge and skills related to networks, systems and cloud technology in accordance with IT industry requirements. This programme will also benefit individuals who are employed in the IT industry and would like to gain further credentials that will support to advance their career in the field of systems, networks and cloud technology administration.

Main Campus Office

Phone: (09) 3099558
Fax: (09) 3088758
Email: enrol@ica.ac.nz
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