Bachelor of Applied Information Technology

Programme Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Information Technology (BAppIT) is a practical degree for students seeking a career in IT. Students build a broad foundation across IT skills in the first three semesters, then gain advanced expertise in one of four specialisations.

The specialisations are Network Engineering, Software Engineering, Database Architecture and Web Development. Database Architecture and Web Development depend on sufficient student numbers and may not run.

The degree is Level 7, runs for three years full-time or part-time at the Hamilton City Campus, and is accredited by IT Professionals NZ under the Seoul Accord.

What You'll Study

All students take the core modules, then complete the modules for their specialisation. Core modules are worth 15 credits each.

• Level 5: Information Technology Operations; Python Programming: Foundations for AI and Data Science; Introduction to Networks; Operating Systems and Systems Support; Interactive Digital Media; Fundamentals of Information Systems; Database Principles; Technical Support
• Level 6: Object Oriented Programming; Database Modelling and SQL; Mathematics for Information Technology; Full-Stack Web Development; Business, Interpersonal Communications and Technical Writing
• Level 7: Business Essentials for IT Professionals

Specialisation modules

• Network Engineering: Systems Administration; Routing and Switching Essentials; Cloud Computing; Networking with NetDevOps and AIOps; Enterprise Networking and Security; Network Security; Cyber Security; Applied Virtualisation for AI Workloads; Network Engineering Project or Internship (30 credits)
• Software Engineering: Data Structures and Algorithms; Mathematics for Programming; AI-assisted Application Development; Big Data and Analytics; Principles of Software Testing; Game Development with AI Integration; Mobile Applications Development; Cyber Security; Software Engineering Project or Internship (30 credits)
• Database Architecture: Data Structures and Algorithms; Web Programming; Database Systems; Database Front-End Applications; Cloud Server Databases; Big Data and Analytics; Mobile Applications Development; Data-Warehousing and Business Intelligence; Database Architecture Project or Internship (30 credits)
• Web Development: Web Programming; Human Computer Interaction; Front-End Web Development; Data Visualisation; Web Applications Development; Cyber Security; Mobile Applications Development; Advanced Web Technologies; Web Application Project or Internship

Why Choose This Programme?

• Broad base, then a specialisation: a strong foundation across IT skills before you focus on one area.
• Internationally recognised: accredited by IT Professionals NZ under the Seoul Accord.
• Current tools and topics: the degree covers areas such as cloud computing, big data and analytics, DevOps, business intelligence, web and mobile app development, games development and security. Tools change over time and include Python, Java, C#, MySQL, Power BI, AWS and Azure.
• Two intakes a year: February and July.

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Entry Requirements

• Academic: NCEA Level 3 with University Entrance literacy and numeracy, or a relevant Level 3 or higher qualification, or the New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5), or the New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support (Level 5), or an equivalent qualification.
• English: IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or equivalent.
• Laptop: students are encouraged to bring their own laptop. Loan laptops are available from on-site vending machines.
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