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Digital Technologies Programmes
There is an ever increasing demand for skilled IT employees and the growth in this industry is showing no signs of slowing down.
More than ever before, the genius of computing and ICT is firmly embedded in almost every aspect of our fast paced lives. This high-performing industry seeks responsive collaborators with analytical minds and critical thinking capacity.
The possibilities for a career in ICT and Computing are extensive. You can expect to work in the fields of office administration, IT support, network administrator, support technician, IT systems integrator or IT management. Or you may wish to take a position as a consultant programmer, systems analyst, project manager, network manager, web master, database developer, web designer, multimedia developer or software engineer.
Our industry endorsed programmes place strong emphasis on developing your practical capacity for innovating, designing and implementing solutions for real world problems, both in the classroom and during valuable internships. Employers know as a Ara graduate, you will be one of the best contenders, well prepared, highly skilled and capable of accurate and swift responses from your very first day on the job.
Our lecturers and tutors are computing and ICT professionals in their own right, sharing their knowledge and expertise to encourage and support your talents and innovation. With a Ara qualification on your CV, employers know you are well educated in best practices and have attained the relevant skills and knowledge needed to contribute effectively in the workplace from day one.
Programmes
Graduate Diploma in Information and Communication Technologies
Complement your existing degree and open doors to working in innovative ICT settings.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technologies
Advance your existing skills in computing and broaden your employment opportunities in this fast-evolving field.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technologies (Software Development Pathway)
Advance your existing skills in computing and broaden your employment opportunities in this fast-evolving field.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technologies (Networking and Infrastructure Pathway)
Advance your existing skills in computing and broaden your employment opportunities in this fast-evolving field.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technologies (Information Systems Pathway)
Advance your existing skills in computing and broaden your employment opportunities in this fast-evolving field.
New Zealand Diploma in Cybersecurity (Level 6)
Gain the specialist IT skills needed to protect business data and intelligence.
New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support
Develop a broad range of technical support and networking skills.
New Zealand Diploma in Web Development and Design
Master the technical and creative skills required to plan, develop and maintain websites.
New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials
Gain a broad range of computing skills to set you on a path to a career in IT.
New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User)
Gain computing skills for a wide range of employment opportunities.