The benefits of studying Information Technology

Information Technology is an industry that demands people with strong practical, technical, and analytical expertise as well as sound communication skills. Studying Information Technology at NMIT provides our graduates with all of these qualities.

NMIT also gives our students choice - choice to pursue employment opportunities or choice to continue with studies at a tertiary level.

NMIT - Information Technology

NMIT has established an IT teaching department with a team of experienced and committed teachers. They contribute a range of industry and teaching expertise that enables students to participate in relevant and practical learning experiences. Our teachers encourage a 'hands on' and practical approach to programs. In addition, our teachers hold a range of teaching, academic and industry qualifications and experience.

Visit the Information Technology Department website to meet the staff, check out the innovative Industry Links support programs, and browse the galleries of student work.

NMIT Information Technology Study Options & Pathways

A number of study options and pathways which include:

* Database Design & Development
* Software Development
* Networking / Network Security
* eBusiness / Website Development
* Multimedia

NMIT Information Technology Department also has informal articulation arrangements with a number of universities that will grant up to one year exemption from certain Bachelor courses offered by the universities.

Students' Learning Experience at the NMIT Information Technology Department

Surveyed NMIT Information Technology students have responded positively to their learning experiences with us and have enjoyed:

* Staff that are approachable, available and helpful
* The practical, hands on nature of NMIT Information Technology courses
* The provision of real life industry projects offered to final stage students
* Provision of PCs to students for all practical classes
* High emphasis on team work activities
* Encouragement of class interaction
* Practical assessment tasks
* The friendly and relaxed nature of classes
* Shared learning experiences with other students
* Offering of Dual Diplomas
* Classroom facilities equipped with the latest hardware and software

Student Exit Program
The NMIT Information Technology department has launched an exciting new program to provide and equip our IT students with the skills, business contacts and career advice to be ready for future success in the IT industry.

The NMIT IT Student Exit Program adds value to existing studies by giving our students the edge when it comes to planning transition from study to employment.