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Master of Information Technology

Level 9

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The Master of IT offers advanced skills in a wide range of topics including cybersecurity, data analytics and IT management. Build on your current knowledge to enhance your expertise and career opportunities.

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Level: 9

Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North

Duration: 18 months, full-time
Part-time options available

Dates:
17 Feb 2025 -28 Nov 2025
21 Jul 2025 - 26 Jun 2026

Domestic Fees: *
$10,147.96

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International Fees:*
$41,221.00

Additional Fees
Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.

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The Master of Information Technology is an advanced programme requiring 180 credits at level 8 and 9. It includes a significant research component within the two pathways that can be undertaken. Building on your previous qualifications and experience you are able to dig deeper in your expertise in a number of cutting-edge topics. These include cloud computing, cybersecurity, business intelligence and machine learning amongst others. In addition to the research components you will have the opportunity to undertake an industry project or internship in your chosen area of study. Take this opportunity to explore your passion for Information Technology and take the next step in your journey.
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18 months full-time, part-time options available.

There are many opportunities in the fast-growing industry of Information Technology with a high demand for industry-ready graduates. Graduates from this programme will be able to work in areas such as:
  • Business Analysis
  • IT Management
  • Project Management
  • Cybersecurity
  • Database Analyst
  • Network Manager
  • Software Developer
  • Software Tester

The Master of Information Technology is a level 9 programme that requires successful completion of a minimum of 180 credits from level 8 and 9. There are two pathways for completing a Master of Information Technology (MIT). Both pathways require the completion of a significant research project.  

The following structure is proposed for the two available pathways. All courses 15 credits unless stated otherwise. 

First Pathway 

This pathway provides in-depth knowledge of a topic in Information Technology and is suitable grounding work for higher studies at PhD level in New Zealand or overseas. The research produced can lead to scientific publication. This pathway enables the student to undertake significant independent research.

Research in Information Technology Online/Blended delivery
IT8502 - Research Proposal - Online/Blended delivery
IT9502 - Thesis (90 credits) - Online/Blended delivery
Plus 60 credits from electives courses

Second Pathway

This pathway requires a shorter research report than the Thesis path and more course work. 

Research in Information Technology
Research Proposal
Applied Research Project (45 credits) 

Plus 105 credits from electives courses.


Elective Courses

  • Advanced Project Management for Information Technology 
  • Business Analysis for Information Technology 
  • Business Intelligence and Data Mining 
  • Cloud Computing and ICT Infrastructure 
  • Multimedia Application Development for Mobile Devices 
  • Network Design and Management 
  • Network Security and Forensics 
  • Quality Assurance and Testing 
  • Systems Architecture and Technology Integration 
  • Special Topic Machine learning & Artificial Intelligence 
  • Blockchain and Cryptocurrency 
  • Research Project (30 credits) 
  • Topics in Cyber Ethics 
  • Internship (30 credits) 
  • Cryptography & Security Mechanisms

Being involved in industry is an important part of our learner's journeys at UCOL. Work placements, internships, industry-based assignments, and case studies are all part of the process of getting our learners industry-ready. Master of IT students are able to undertake an industry-based project or internship during their study. Recent projects and internships on the Bachelor of ICT have been undertaken with:
  • Yorb
  • New Zealand Defence Force
  • Nodero
  • WebTech
  • Firecrest Consulting
  • Levno
  • Glassbox
  • Advantage
  • Palmerston North City Council

UCOL has dedicated software and hardware laboratories exclusively for ICT learners, which enable practical learning and problem-solving experience with leading technologies and systems. The Workhub facility offers a professional workspace for interaction with industry. Post-graduate students will have a dedicated spaces for lectures and research within the ICT Hub.

Blended/online learning is also available for this programme.


A bachelor's degree or postgraduate qualification in information technology or related subject with at least a B grade average at Level 7 or 8, and be deemed to have the acquired skills and knowledge through relevant work or professional experience.


 

For more information about NCEA Credits see the UCOL NCEA explained page.

English language proficiency
International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 (or equivalent, including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).


The programme is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020, and Universal College of Learning, a business division of Te Pūkenga, is accredited to teach it.

Student & Staff Profiles

  • Dr Amardeep Singh

    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.

    Meet Amardeep
  • Dr. Shawn Rasheed

    Dr Shawn Rasheed

    ICT Lecturer

    Shawn began teaching in 2018 and has taught full-time at UCOL since 2023. Shawn has a BSc from the University of Queensland, an MSc in Informatics (focusing on machine learning and data) from the University of Edinburgh, and a PhD from Massey University.

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