Students from a country where English is not the first language, must obtain a minimum English Language competency level.
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Sought-after by employers
The Bachelor of Information Sciences information technology major will combine your love of problem-solving, teamwork and technology with the core skills needed to analyse, design, build and manage a huge range of IT systems, projects and resources.
Devices like smart phones and tablets are in our homes and pockets and every day they are increasing in power and complexity.
Our personal lives are becoming more entwined in social networks, virtual worlds and gaming environments, while commerce and industry are increasingly dependent on new and improved information technology.
Meet the needs of future consumers
When you study the Bachelor of Information Sciences (Information Technology) at Massey, you will examine the huge range of technology that we use and gain skills in designing and building systems that will meet the needs of consumers today and in the future. This could range from a small business needing a new technology tool, to managing the many and varied IT resources in a big hospital.
There is a shortage of people with the skills that you will gain – as an information technology graduate you will be sought-after by employers around the world.
Accredited by the industry
The Bachelor of Information Sciences is one of the few computing degrees in New Zealand to be accredited by the IT industry. Massey University’s majors in computer science, information technology and software engineering are all endorsed by the Institute of IT professionals, the professional body for those working in the IT industry. Accreditation ensures that courses are relevant to the industry. For example, the compulsory capstone course in the final year of study involves industry experience.
Join the trail blazers
Massey is the only university in New Zealand to offer both information systems and information technology majors in an undergraduate programme
Seize an international career
Accredited by the Institute of Information Technology Professionals and part of the Seoul Accord, the Massey BInfSc is a first-class, internationally-recognised qualification allowing you to take your career around the world.
In demand
IT employers are constantly seeking skilled staff. Look at the SEEK website to see the demand for ICT professionals in New Zealand. The majority of the hiring is taking place because of increased demand and new projects.
High demand areas include software development, business analysis, network security, project management and data/database. These are the key areas of information sciences you can study through the Bachelor of Information Sciences at Massey.
What will I learn?
When you study the Bachelor of Information Science (Information Technology) at Massey you will gain skills in:
The analysis, design and deployment of complex information technologies
The use of professional software tools, and the administrative and organisational aspects of IT
How to work in a team in the IT environment
Topics such as computer security, internet features,, user interface design and more
Information technology can also be taken together with the major in computer science (double major), or another minor of your choice.
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The first year of study must include:
At least one statistics course
At least two of the following courses:
The second year of study:
Select three or four courses from:
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The third year of study:
Select this compulsory course:
Select this compulsory project:
Select two or three courses from:
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Knowing the potential of information technology and having the ability to put this knowledge to work can result in a successful personal career, organisations that reach their goals, and a higher quality of life.
Information technology graduates command some of the highest salaries of any career.
There is a strong demand for qualified ICT professionals, both in New Zealand and overseas.
The skills you learn at Massey University and the qualification you will receive are recognised throughout the world. Careers of previous graduates include:
