International Diploma (Computer Science)

The International Diploma (Computer Science) combines the first year of the Bachelor of Science with a programme of English Language development, academic support, and development activities to provide you a direct-entry to year two of the Bachelor of Science.

Offered in partnership with the University of Waikato College and the School of Science, the International Diploma (Computer Science) is structured across three trimesters and can be completed in 12 months. It is designed to equip you with English Language and academic skills to be successful during your University studies and transition smoothly into the second year of the Bachelor of Science in your chosen major.
The Bachelor of Science is a total of three years and across your studies you will gain practical experience in labs equipped with some of the most up-to-date, high tech, computing facilities in New Zealand. The course also includes opportunities to work on projects with New Zealand companies through the work-integrated learning project.
The International Diploma (Computer Science) is recognised by all New Zealand Universities.
Completion and Progression
Upon successful completion of the International Diploma (Computer Science) you’ll progress directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Science in your chosen major of:
Bachelor of Computer Science (Hamilton campus)
Bachelor of Science in your chosen major of:
Computer Science (Hamilton and Tauranga campuses)
Data Analytics (Hamilton campus)

Students must have completed the 32 credits across three University Entrance approved subjects (or equivalent).

English Language Entry Requirements

• an Academic IELTS overall score of 5.5 (with no less than 5.0 in any band) or equivalent.
• a TOEFL iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) minimum score of 46 with a Writing score of 14, or
• a B grade or better with a B in Writing at Level 6 in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English, or
• a PTE Academic overall score of 36 and no band score less than 29, or
• a Language-Cert International ESOL (LRWS) B1 Achiever with a high pass and no less than pass in each skill, or
• a Language-Cert International ESOL (LRWS) B2 Communicator with a pass and no less than pass in each skill, or
• awarded a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3), or
• a Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE) II with no less than a merit in any band, or
• a B1 and B2 (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) with an overall score of 162 and no bands below 154, or
• a Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) (MELAB)) minimum score of 50.

All other evidence is considered on a case by case basis.