National Diploma in Computing Level 5

To be awarded the National Diploma in Computing, students must be credited with a minimum of 120 credits at level 5 or above from the National Diploma in Computing subjects. These credits will be forwarded to the New Zealand Qualifications Authority, who award the Diploma. The Diploma is internationally recognised.

The teaching will be through a mixture of theory teaching and practical learning using a range of learning methods; such as: in class computer based exercises, projects, written exercises, case studies, simulations, open and closed book tests, practical assessments (eg communications etc) and presentations.

The balance of theory to practical learning is approximately 40/60.

The course is designed for:

takes 35 weeks to complete

4, 8-week semesters, with a one-week break between semesters for re-sit if necessary.

Students are expected to attend classes for 12 hours per week, and to engage in 15 hours self-directed study outside those times.

Each day’s work will comprise an introductory lecture (9-12) followed by a 2-3 hour laboratory

Computers (workstations and servers) will be available throughout for the self-directed study.