Overview

Choose hands-on research relevant to your passion from a range of options including data mining, cloud computing, business analysis, business intelligence, ICT infrastructure, information management, mobile application development, network design and management, security and forensics, quality assurance, and systems architecture. Learn alongside like-minded individuals and take the next step up in your career.

The Master of Information Technology is a level 9 programme that requires successful completion of a minimum of 180 credits from level 8 and 9.

There are two pathways for completing a Master of Information Technology (MIT). Both pathways require the completion of a significant research project.

Career:

Graduates of the Master of Information Technology course from Wellington Institute of Technology (and with further work experience in some cases) will be able to work in business, education, government, health, industry or the community sector. Potential jobs opportunities include Business Analyst, Cyber Security Specialist, Database Administrator, Information Systems Manager, Data Analyst, Network Manager, Security Specialist, Software Developer, Software Tester, Systems Administrator, Systems Analyst, Systems Integrator and Team Leader. Electives can be chosen to suit the student’s likely career path.

Programme Structure

Course structure:

Advanced Project Management for Information Technology
Business Analysis for Information Technology
Business Intelligence and Data Mining
Cloud Computing and ICT Infrastructure
Multimedia Application Development for Mobile Devices

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-06 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 23 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Domestic
A bachelor's degree or postgraduate qualification in information technology or related subject with at least a B grade average at Level 7 or 8, and be deemed to have the acquired skills and knowledge through relevant work or professional experience.
*Domestic fee displayed is for 18-months, or 1.5 years of study (equivalent to 180 credits) but is subject to annual fee increases.
International Students
Minimum IELTS (academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6, or equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

40300 NZD / year

≈ 40300 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

14424 NZD / year

≈ 14424 NZD / year

Living costs

Wellington

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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