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Institute of TechnologyNew Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support
- Qualification
- Diploma
- NZQF level
- 5
- Duration
- Full-time - 1 Year (Part-time options available, up to 3 years)
- Indicative fees
- NZ$26,572/yr
- Location
- Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
NCEA L2 including 10 credits Literacy Level 2+ and 10 credits Numeracy Level 2+; OR NZ Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4); OR NZ Certificate in Computing (Advanced User) Level 4; OR NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Ara Business and ICT Pathway or equivalent. Alternative entry available based on relevant skills/experience.
English requirements
IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5)
“Overall IELTS 5.5 Academic, 5.0 Listening, 5.0 Reading, 5.0 Writing, 5.0 Speaking”
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Extracted from the official programme page · last confirmed 12 July 2026 · always confirm details with Ara Institute of Canterbury before applying.