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Come and learn about computing in the twenty first century with our state of the art labs and equipment.
We’re home to New Zealand’s first Cybersecurity Research Centre. In collaboration with Japan’s National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT), it’s an example of cutting-edge technology being developed right here on-campus.
You’ll learn from passionate and knowledgeable lecturers. Our instructors are members of relevant industry organisations and have published in international journals. Some work as consultants to the IT industry and quite a few are involved in applied research from high-speed networks and data mining to internet security and robotics.
Scholarships
To help you on your IT career we have a number of scholarships available for both domestic and international students.
Programmes and study path
| PROGRAMME | LEVEL | DURATION | CAREER OPTIONS | START DATES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) | 3 | Full-time for 16 weeks or part-time options available | Entry into further study at certificate or diploma level. | February or July |
| New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Essentials) | 4 | Full-time for 16 weeks | Further study in computing systems, Support role in business or retail | February or July |
| New Zealand Diploma in Information Systems (Level 5) | 5 | Full-time for 1 year or part-time options available | Business analyst, IT systems administrator, IT support (software) | February or July |
| New Zealand Diploma in Cybersecurity | 6 | Full-time for 1 year or part-time options available | Cyber-security analyst, Security penetration tester, Security Engineer, Information Assurance Analyst, Cybersecurity Assessor/ Auditor, Cybersecurity related support roles | February or July |
| Bachelor of Computing Systems | 7 | Full-time for three years or part-time options available | Applications programmer, Business analyst, Database analyst, Cyber-security analyst, Game or app designer, Information systems manager, IT support (hardware), IT systems administrator, Linux systems administrator, Windows systems administrator, Multimedia developer, Network administrator, Network and security analyst, Network designer, Tester, Network engineer, Internet and Web developer, Software designer | February or July |
| Graduate Diploma in Computing | 7 | Full-time for one year or part-time options available | Applications programmer, Business analyst, Project manager, Software developer, Internet and Web developer, Data analyst, Database analyst and developer, Cyber-security analyst, Network support technician, Network engineer, Network administrator, Systems analyst, Game programmer, Software tester, Software designer | February or July |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Applied Technologies-Computing | 8 | Full-time for 6 months. Part-time options available. | Data analyst, Security analyst , Web developer, Network engineer | February or July |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Applied Technologies-Computing | 8 | Full-time for 1 year. Part-time options available. | Data analyst, Security analyst , Software engineer/programmer, Machine learning engineer, Data scientist, Artificial intelligence engineer, Business analyst, Network engineer, Cybersecurity engineer, Web developer | February or July |
| Master of Applied Technologies-Computing | 9 | Full-time for 18 months. Part-time options available. | IT adviser, Data analyst, Security analyst , Software engineer/programmer, Machine learning engineer, Data scientist, Artificial intelligence engineer, Business analyst, Network engineer, Cybersecurity engineer, Web developer, Project manager | February or July |
| Doctor of Computing | 10 | Full-time for three years or part-time for four to six years | Chief Technology Officer, AI Specialist, Data scientist, Cybersecurity Manager/Expert, Software Architect, Research & Development Lead, HCI Specialist, IoT Engineer, Digital Forensics Analyst, Technology-Enhanced Learning Specialist, AI Ethics and Policy Advisor, Research Scientist/Lecturer, Tech Startup Founder | February or July |
AIoT Impact Lab
The AIoT Impact Lab at our Unitec Mt Albert campus is a research and innovation hub dedicated to harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) to address real-world challenges. It empowers researchers, students, and industry partners to develop transformative AIoT solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
As a collaborative platform, the lab engages students in cutting-edge research, industry partnerships, and hands-on learning experiences. It seeks to foster sustainability, economic growth, and technological advancement in New Zealand and beyond by integrating AI and IoT technologies.
For students, the AIoT Impact Lab provides hands-on learning through industry research projects, internships, and capstone opportunities. You’ll have the chance to work with cutting-edge AIoT technologies, collaborate with experts, and gain practical experience in fields like smart automation, environmental monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. The lab also runs hackathons, industry workshops, and mentorship programs to support career development.
Unitec is committed to equipping students with future-ready skills in AI and IoT. Whether you're looking to gain industry experience, explore postgraduate research, or participate in global innovation projects, the AIoT Impact Lab is your gateway to the future of technology.
For collaboration or research opportunities, contact Dr. Masoud Shakiba
