Diploma in Cloud Engineering

Now is the time to future-proof your career with our online Diploma in Cloud Engineering, where you learn to tackle complex cloud-based projects in the real world. We believe in learning by doing, so you’ll spend less time on theory and more time working in a team on relevant and stimulating assignments.

This Diploma in Cloud Engineering helps you gain expertise in designing, planning, and scaling cloud implementations. Our Cloud Engineering course helps you master the core skill sets required to design and deploy dynamically scalable and reliable applications on popular cloud providers such as Microsoft Azure and AWS.

As industries increasingly rely on cloud-based solutions, there is a growing demand for advanced skills in cloud infrastructure, AI-driven data analytics, DevOps automation, multi-cloud solutions, and other emerging technologies. This program equips you with the skills that are highly sought after in the tech industry, ensuring you're prepared for the future.

Upon successful completion completion of this, you will receive the New Zealand Diploma in Cloud Engineering (Level 7).

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Software:

Microsoft Azure and AWS (Amazon Web Services) with data centre login credentials, Hands-on experience with Azure and AWS Cloud Services, Hyper-V, Virtual Machine Manager, Linux, Windows Server 2016 and 2019, Hyper V, Remote desktop utility, Visual Studio Code, Microsoft .NET Environment, Real-time multi-tier and multi-cloud project management.

Domestic students

• Tuition Fees: $8,388

• Student Services Levy: $175 (Online Only)

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International students

• Tuition Fees: $20,500 (NZD)

• Course Related Costs: $2,000 (NZD)

For more information, click here to download the international course costs PDF.

Please note fees are subject to change.

Students who enrol in the online programme will need access to a computer with prescribed basic hardware requirements as per marketing material, a microphone, and a reliable internet connection.

Domestic Students: 

• 17yrs+

• Applicants must have successfully completed one of the following: the New Zealand Diploma in System Administration (Level 6), the Diploma in Cloud Computing and Cybersecurity (Level 6), or an equivalent qualification, or have relevant trade experience.

International Students: 

• 18yrs+ 

• English language competency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 Academic with no band less than 5.5.

• Applicants must have successfully completed the New Zealand Diploma in System Administration (Level 6) or equivalent or have relevant trade experience.

Graduates can land roles such as:

• Cloud Solutions Architect

• Cloud DevOps Engineer

• Cloud Data Engineer

• Platform Engineer

They can expect to enter roles with average starting salaries of NZ$80,000-95,000, with significant growth potential as experience increases.

Full-time Option

The full-time option of this diploma is delivered fully online in an asynchronous mode over 32 weeks of scheduled teaching duration, with a total programme duration of 40 weeks including holidays.

You’ll be expected to engage in approximately 20 learning hours per week, which you can complete flexibly based on your own schedule. While there are no fixed daily class times, weekly learning materials, activities, and assessments will be released on the learning platform.

There will be weekly webinars to support your learning, provide opportunities for interaction, and address questions related to course content. These sessions will also be recorded for later access if needed.

Part-time Option

The part-time option runs over 64 weeks of scheduled teaching, with a total duration of 80 weeks including holidays. It is designed to suit those who are working or managing other commitments while studying remotely.

This mode is also delivered asynchronously, allowing you to engage with weekly course content at your own pace. There will be weekly webinars scheduled to complement your learning, offer tutor guidance, and foster engagement with peers.

(Webinar schedules will be shared before the programme begins.)