Course Overview

Web development and design is big business around the world. If you’re keen to get more skills in this area, this course will help take you further in your IT career.

You learn more in-depth skills in interface design (GUI), web design and Human Computer Interaction (HCI), which is about how people interact with computers and how to design interfaces that humans find easy.

As part of the course you find out how to build a content management system as well as learning how to apply quality assurance techniques to test your systems.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to write basic programmes and develop websites in preparation for entry-level web developer or software tester roles.

Smart, adaptable problem solvers with sound IT skills are always in high demand. If you're keen to further your studies in IT, check out our IT Study Pathways Diagram to see what your IT study journey can look like.

Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:

• New Zealand Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5)

Additional awards included:

• New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5)

General Eligibility

For Levels 5, 6 and 7 certificate or diploma, domestic students under 20 and all international students must have:

• NCEA Level 2 with passes in English/Te Reo Māori or education achievement at least equivalent to NCEA Level 2 and a minimum of 42 credits at level 3; OR

• Evidence of ability to complete academic requirements for the programme.

Other Considerations

You are recommended to hold one of the following qualifications, or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience:

• NCEA Level 2 or 3 with appropriate credits in digital technologies and design subjects

• New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4)

• New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5)

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• Level 5 certificate or diploma IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed NZ Certificate in English Language Level 4 with the Academic Endorsement or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.