Overview

Key facts

With a breadth of knowledge across a range of IT sub-disciplines, and a depth of understanding in a specialisation, The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) at Auckland Institute of Studies is allowing them to lead and become strong participants in IT team projects.

The BIT comprises 23 courses, including compulsory and elective courses from: Networks and Security, Information Systems and Software Development. All BIT students are issued with their own laptop and receive the necessary free Microsoft software.

BIT Specialisations includes:

Networks and Security The Networks and Security specialisation equips students with skills in computer network engineering, server systems and network security. These skills are applicable to designing, implementing and maintaining computer networks at large and small organisations. Information Systems The Information Systems specialisation prepares students for the data-driven industry by equipping them with the analytical skills to develop and support organisations’ IT and enterprise systems.

There is a continuing shortage of software developers in New Zealand and our students are educated to fill numerous roles in this industry. Software development is taught using the Python, Java and C# languages, in the .NET and Android environments.

Job Opportunities

The BIT is designed for a range of careers, depending on the specialisation selected. Software Development: software programmer, software developer, software analyst, software designer. Computer Networks: network engineer, network administrator, network support specialist. Information Systems: junior project manager, IT manager, business analyst.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information Systems and Technology

Information Technology Professional Skills
Computer Programming
Computer Databases
Networks and Security

Business Environment

Essentials of Mathematics and Statistics

Computer System Testing

Information System Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 27 other Bachelors 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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60

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 3 subjects at Level 3 including 9 credits in mathematics, and a minimum of 14 numeracy credits at Level 1 or higher, and a minimum of 8 literacy credits at Level 2 or higher;
Successful tertiary study, including mathematics at a level equivalent to 9 credits at Level 3
Successful completion of a Level 4 qualification in Computing; or
Equivalent overseas qualification; and
IELTS 6.0 with no individual band lower than 5.5 / TOEFL iBT 60 (with a writing score of 18) / Pearson 50 / NZCEL (Academic) L4
17 years and over

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21304 NZD / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4216 NZD / year

≈ 4216 NZD / year

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

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

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