National Diploma in Computing (Level 7)
“The course is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education Act 1989, and Regent International Education Group is accredited to teach it.” Regent International Education Group is an official Microsoft Certified Partner and Microsoft IT Academy in New Zealand.
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Title of Course |
National Diploma in Computing |
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Level |
Level 7 |
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Course Code |
ND5342 |
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Course Credit |
120 |
Introduction to the Programme
This advanced diploma provides a computing qualification to recognise the achievement of advanced level knowledge and skills, in a specialised area of computing – Multimedia or Computer Support. These optional specialist strands, available in Multimedia and Computer Support provide an opportunity for graduates to work at an advanced level in their chosen major.
This diploma provides a computing qualification to recognise the achievement of high level knowledge and skills, typically in a specialised area. It is ideally suited to people who are working in a particular area in the industry who want recognition for their skills.
People with this qualification will have a high level of understanding of particular computer industry concepts and/or be able to work in particular roles within the industry, as indicated by their Record of Learning.
Computing field, sub-field and domains:
Computing and Informational Technology
l computer management
l computer operations
l computer support
l generic computing
l software development – design
l software development – multimedia
l software development – programming
l software development – systems assurance and documentation
Qualification requirements
This qualification is awarded to people who have achieved 120 credits at level 5 or above of which:
ü a minimum of 80 credits are from the Computing sub-field at level 7
Included in these 80 credits are optional specialist strands where a minimum 36 of the 80 credits are from one of the following domains:
| domain | strand |
| Computer Management | Management |
| Computer Operations | Operations |
| Computer Support | Support |
| any of:
Software Development – Design Software Development – Multimedia Software Development – Programming Software Development-Systems Assurance and Documentation |
Software Developmen |
And a minimum 40 credits at level 5 or above from any NQF field (including the Computing sub-field).
Duration:
One Academic Year
Start Date of the Programme:
2 March 09 , 08 June 09, 14 Sep 09
Qualifications
This National Diploma is awarded to people who have achieved 120 New Zealand National Qualification Framework Unit Standard Credits, of which 80 credits are at Level 7. This is 1 year of full time study of 36 weeks.
The following internationally recognised external Certification examinations are also available and the costs are not included in the programme fees:
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE): For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical expertise in designing and implementing business solutions based on the Windows platform and Windows Server system
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA): For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical expertise managing and troubleshooting system environments running on Windows operating systems
- Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA): For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical expertise designing, implementing, and administering SQL Server 2000 databases
- CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate
Advanced topics studied in this year
In one of the specialised areas of either Multimedia or Computer Support:
Multimedia:
- Animation, graphics, and digitising video, sound and images for multimedia applications
OR
Computer Support:
- Advanced technical skills in hardware, software and networking.
Entry Criteria:
The programme is suited for candidates who have a sound knowledge of computer hardware and software.
- Students must be at least 18 years old prior to the commencement of the program
- Have successfully completed at least 3 years of secondary education
- English language competency to IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550 or sit Regent’s English Entry Test
- Have successfully completed the National Diploma in Computing Level 6 or equivalent.
- Each applicant’s skills may be individually assessed.
All international learners must comply with the requirements of the New Zealand Immigration Service.
Career Opportunities
The programme is specially designed for those wishing to pursue a career in the computer industry in the specialised areas of either Multimedia or Computer Support.
Multimedia
- Graphic Designer
- Video Editor
- Page Designer
- Website Developer
Computer Support
- Mainframe Operator
- Computer technician – repairing and building computers
- Helpdesk support
- Desktop computer support
- Network Technician
- Assistant technician & IT support
- Computer help desk
- Computer user support
- Network support technician
- Companies offering IT support
- IT help desks
- Computer services companies
- Companies involved in database management
- Network Administrator
- Server Administrator
- Network Analyst
- Help-desk technical support person
Visa and Permit:
Regent International Education Group is approved online student permit and work permit partner by Immigration New Zealand. Regent students able to apply student permit and work permit on campus.
Other Benefits:
This Level 7 programme meets the qualification requirement for immigration under Skilled Migrant Category.
- Students studying in the programme can work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year.
- Student enrolled in this programme, partner are eligible for an open work visa and permit valid for the same period as the student’s programme of study.
- Dependent children (if any) of work permit holders are regarded as domestic students for the purpose of all programmes fees at primary and secondary schools for the period of the parent’s work
After completion of this programme, you may
- Apply for a 12 months Open Work Permit (Graduate Job Search Visa/Permit)
- With relevant work experience, Gain extra points towards immigration to New Zealand on successful completion as this qualification is on the Long-Term Skills Shortage list of Immigration New Zealand.
- Apply for Permanent Residency as this qualification meets the qualification requirement of Skilled Migrants Category.