AMES - The Institute of IT International Prospectus 2018 by New Education Group

International Prospectus 2018

Contents Welcome to AMES

New Education Group

AMES introduction

Industry partnerships & accreditations

Graduate Platform

Certificate Courses

Diploma Courses

Bachelor of Creative Software

Enrolment process

Essential information for international students 17 Life in New Zealand

AMES is a division of Animation College (9324). All information and prices contained in this prospectus were correct at time of printing (January 2018). Animation College reserves the right to amend qualifications, curriculum and policies as deemed necessary.

Contact AMES Address: Level 11, 385 Queen Street Auckland 1010, New Zealand Postal: PO Box 7799, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141, New Zealand Phone: +64 9 373 4958 Fax: +64 9 373 4959 Email: enquiries@ames.ac.nz Web: www.ames.ac.nz

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Welcome to AMES For over 25 years, AMES has been New Zealand’s leading IT education provider. AMES provides our students with a gateway into the continually evolving IT industry. Academic learning and development of each student is guided by qualified staff members who are highly committed to helping our students achieve every success. We have created support strategies and learner pathways that cater for the different skills and abilities of individual students, maximising their opportunities to achieve their educational and employment goals. At our Auckland city campus, we ensure that a welcoming and nurturing environment balances and supports our rigorous academic programmes. We utilise a variety of monitoring mechanisms to ensure that the quality of our programmes is maintained at the highest standards. In order for our graduates to utilise their qualifications, we actively seek input from our key stakeholders, especially prospective employers. We promote and support students to move forward in their careers through internships, an external relations coordinator, post-qualification job placement assistance and an active alumni network. To study is a huge decision, and we are here to support you in this life-changing journey. I wish you well with your career path and look forward to welcoming you to AMES.

Matthew Cooke Dean – AMES

AMES – The Institute of IT is part of New Education Group, New Zealand’s leading independent provider of vocational training and higher learning. In a world that’s constantly changing, it pays to keep a close eye on the future. At New Education Group we offer an innovative and dynamic range of study courses in Creative Industries, Information Technology, Tourism, Hospitality and Cookery, Sport, Health, Beauty, Trades and Business. We deliver the latest skills, the most industry-relevant qualifications and the very best employment support — it’s our job to make sure every one of our students graduates work ready and world ready. At New Education Group our goal is the same as yours. We’re here to help you take on the world. New Education Group is not your regular group of vocational colleges! All our providers are Category 1 — the highest possible ranking given by the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA). That makes us the largest collection of Category 1 colleges in the country. We are also part of the ACG Education Group, New Zealand’s leading independent provider of educational services. New Education Group campuses specialise in training for distinct, high-demand industries. Our practical programmes are developed with industry consultation, to ensure students graduate with the skills today’s employers want. Our tutors come direct from the industries they teach, classes are small, and the learning environment is fun and supportive. Each of our fit-for-purpose campuses feature niche, authentic training environments, enabling students to master practical skills for their chosen professions. Sustainable employment is the ultimate goal. Employment skills are embedded into our programmes and many courses include work experience opportunities or internships. Our Careers Teams and campus staff provide free employment support to students and graduates, and we have an extensive network of industry partnerships. Our students gain the right skills and the most industry-relevant qualifications – and we place 80% of them into careers each year! At New Education Group we empower our students to carve their own paths in today’s rapidly changing world.

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New Zealand Institute of Sport

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Yoobee School of Design

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AMES – The Institute of IT

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Animation College

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South Seas Film & Television School

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Your future in IT makes the future.

Established in 1991, AMES is one of New Zealand’s leading IT education providers. AMES provides students with a gateway to the IT industry and jobs of the future. We support and inspire dynamic, team-orientated and technically talented graduates who will help to grow New Zealand’s global reputation as skilled innovators while propelling their own careers forward.

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We also provide students with unique opportunities for collaboration and creative cross pollination with Animation College. This intersection of skills mirrors industry practice and stimulates students to work in truly innovative and creative ways.

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Industry partnerships and accreditations ACCREDITATION AMES – The Institute of IT has received a ‘Category 1’ education provider evaluation – the highest grade possible. AMES is accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) under the provisions of the Education Act 1989 to provide education and training.

INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS It has been our mission to assist our students in their preparation to complete international qualifications (Microsoft, CISCO, CompTIA) so our graduates are successfully employed in their chosen IT career in New Zealand, and throughout the world. AMES works in conjunction with several national and international businesses. These relationships let us design the very best international training, while delivering what the local industry requires. Listed below are some of the partnerships that we are involved with.

MICROSOFT CORPORATION

COMPTIA

A multinational computer technology corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products for computing devices. It is one of the largest technological corporations in the world.

The non-profit trade association advancing the global interests of IT professionals and companies including manufacturers, distributors, resellers, and educational institutions.

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION AND EXAMS

The worldwide leader in networking for the internet. Today, networks are an essential part of business, education, government and home communications. Cisco Internet Protocol-based (IP) networking solutions are the foundation of these networks.

Pearson VUE Authorised Test Centre Selects are privately owned, third-party testing facilities which are authorised by Pearson VUE to deliver on-site, on-demand testing for IT certification, academic admission and professional licensure exams. They have been carefully selected for their quality, service and amenities, which is upgraded to incorporate advanced security and surveillance technology.

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Graduate Platform

Created specifically for AMES – The Institute of IT graduates, the Graduate Platform is a job pairing website designed to provide a platform to connect industry with our alumni. Graduates are able to create a personal profile, where they can showcase their unique talents and apply for opportunities that have been posted by potential employers within the creative industries.

Employers, whether they are looking for creative or technical graduates, are able to sign up to the platform, post jobs or connect directly with our graduates through their personal profiles.

The Graduate Platform is userfriendly, with both employers and graduates using filter options within the platform to narrow down the search to suit their needs – such as full or part-time employment, role types, locations and specific skills required.

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Certificate in SQL Server Administration and Support (Leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology, Level 5) DURATION

16 WEEKS

LEVEL

LEVEL 5

CREDITS

60 (NZQA ACCREDITED)

METHOD

FULL-TIME

START DATE

FEBRUARY, JULY

PREREQUISITES:

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IELTS: 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) and 48 NCEA credits at Level 2 in best four subjects or; Completion of an appropriate qualification at Level 3 equivalent or; Suitable industry/computing experience

This specialisation teaches you how to use Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server for relational database systems. In this programme you’ll also learn backup/restore strategies and security control. Using practical exercises, you’ll become familiar with developing database solutions with Microsoft’s SQL Server.

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Scripting for Systems Administrators - 15 Credits Administering Database Servers - 15 Credits Developing Databases - 15 Credits Structured Query Language - 15 Credits

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: • •

Database Administrator Database Developer

Animation College, as the registered PTE, awards all of the qualifications that are offered by AMES The Institute of IT.

Visit our website www.ames.ac.nz Our website contains more up-to-date information about this qualification including the entry criteria for international students, the courses you will be studying, and the application process.

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Certificate in Information Technology and Client Support

(Leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology, Level 5) DURATION

16 WEEKS

LEVEL

LEVEL 5

CREDITS

60 (NZQA ACCREDITED)

METHOD

FULL-TIME

START DATE

FEBRUARY, JULY

PREREQUISITES:

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IELTS: 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) and 48 NCEA credits at Level 2 in best four subjects or; Completion of an appropriate qualification at Level 3 equivalent or; Suitable industry/computing experience

This specialisation covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation, configuration and troubleshooting of PCs and related hardware, as well as basic networking, scripting and installing/configuring Operating Systems. Learners will have guidance from our team of experienced lecturers in a hands-on practical learning environment.

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Scripting for Systems Administrators - 15 Credits Hardware - 15 Credits Operating Systems - 15 Credits Introduction to Networking - 15 Credits

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: • • •

Field Service Technician IT Support Technician Help-Desk Representative

Animation College, as the registered PTE, awards all of the qualifications that are offered by AMES The Institute of IT.

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Diploma in Web and Application Development (Leading to the New Zealand Diploma in Information Systems, Level 5) DURATION

32 WEEKS

LEVEL

LEVEL 5

CREDITS

120 (NZQA ACCREDITED)

METHOD

FULL-TIME

START DATE

JULY

PREREQUISITES:

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IELTS: 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) and Certificate in SQL Server Administration and Support or equivalent or; We will consider secondary school transcripts or; Relevant work experience

This specialisation teaches you how to use SQL, HTML5, CSS3 and Javascript to develop interactive and responsive web sites. Using the C# programming language, learners will also develop mobile applications for the Windows Store, whilst integrating Microsoft’s cloud services to the applications developed.

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Mobile Application Development - 30 Credits Web Application Development - 30 Credits Cloud Services - 30 Credits Practical Projects - 30 Credits

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: • • • •

Web Developer Mobile Application Cloud Developer Database Developer

Animation College, as the registered PTE, awards all of the qualifications that are offered by AMES The Institute of IT.

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Diploma in Networking

(Leading to the New Zealand Diploma in Networking, Level 6) DURATION

32 WEEKS

LEVEL

LEVEL 6

CREDITS

120 (NZQA ACCREDITED)

METHOD

FULL-TIME

START DATE

JULY

PRE-REQUISITES:

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IELTS: 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) and Certificate in Computer Technical and System Support or equivalent or; Bachelor Level degree or equivalent or; Industry experience

In this specialisation you’ll learn networks architecture, structure, functions, components and models, before progressing to routing and switching essentials for small networks, then on to scaling networks for more complex enrolments.

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Administering, Installing and Configuring Servers - 45 Credits Network Theory and Practice - 30 Credits Advanced Networking -s 30 Credits Specialisation Project - 15 Credits

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: • • • • •

Technical Support Service Technician IT Support Administrator Network Technician Helpdesk Representative

Animation College, as the registered PTE, awards all of the qualifications that are offered by AMES The Institute of IT.

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Diploma in Cloud Technology DURATION

45 WEEKS

LEVEL

LEVEL 7

CREDITS

130 (NZQA ACCREDITED)

METHOD

FULL-TIME

START DATE

FEBRUARY, MAY, SEPTEMBER

PRE-REQUISITES:

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION:

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This programme will prepare you to sit the international exams to gain the following certifications:

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IELTS: 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) and Diploma in Server and Network Administration or equivalent or; Bachelor Level degree or equivalent or; Industry experience

Learn to solve complex problems using the latest in Cloud technology. You’ll learn enterprise networks, network infrastructure, messaging solutions and information sharing systems using Cloud-based solutions that are scalable, reliable and on-demand. Graduates of this programme will be able to build and run a virtualisation environment, active directory services, public and private Clouds, and will have a working knowledge of network infrastructure and security.

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Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Windows Server 2012 Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Share Point Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Private Cloud

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: • • • • • • •

Server Administrator Network Administrator Database Administrator Network Analyst Technical Support Systems Specialist Virtualisation Specialist Cloud Solution Expert

This qualification will enable you to carry out sophisticated implementation and operations involving ICT systems utilised at the forefront of business operations. You will be able to work independently and manage the design and installation of a comprehensive range of networked computer operating systems and adjuncts, install and maintain new systems and backups, and troubleshoot for multiple users. Animation College, as the registered PTE, awards all of the qualifications that are offered by AMES The Institute of IT.

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Bachelor of Creative Software DURATION

3 YEARS

LEVEL

LEVEL 7

CREDITS

360 (NZQA ACCREDITED)

METHOD

FULL-TIME

START DATE

FEBRUARY, JULY

GENERAL ADMISSION • • •

IELTS: 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) and Hold NCEA University Entrance or equivalent CIE/IB grades; or An appropriate qualification from an overseas secondary school or tertiary institution

DISCRETIONARY ADMISSION •

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Applicants who do not meet the requirements for general admission, and are at least 18 and under the age of 20. All international students must be 18 when beginning their course for Animation or AMES Have reached a significant level of achievement in year 12, or; Have successfully completed a relevant foundation programme or tertiary qualification

The Bachelor of Creative Software brings computer science, art and design, social science, and business knowledge together through a transdisciplinary approach that will produce our future innovators.

Be amongst the first to graduate and hit the job market with our new Bachelor of Creative Software Development degree. You’ll learn to think critically while you work on commercially relevant projects in a studio-like environment. Our passionate tutors and industry mentors will support you, and upskill you in everything you need to know — from concept development, to app design, to game art, to User Experience Design.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Digital producer Art designer Front-end designer Director User experience designer (UX) Information architect designer (IA) Interaction UX/Visual designer Front end web developer Web developer Game designer Mobile developer iOS developer Integration developer Independent game developer Rails web developer Corporate front end engineer Web systems specialist CMS developer Full stack web developer Digital project manager Creative arts industry developer Creative services manager Creative technologist Creative consultant Solutions engineer

Animation College, as the registered PTE, awards all of the qualifications that are offered by AMES The Institute of IT.

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Enrolment process STEP 1: CHOOSE YOUR QUALIFICATION OF STUDY We offer qualifications in IT to choose from. Please note that we have specific entry criteria for each qualification of study.

STEP 2: APPLY Download the international application form from our websites to print, read it thoroughly and complete. Ensure all documents requested are included. Depending on the programme, the application process may vary. Some qualifications have additional admission requirements.

STEP 3: INTERVIEW International students living in New Zealand are interviewed face-to-face. For applicants living overseas, your interview will be carried out via Skype or similar. Interviews are only conducted if we require clarification from you regarding your application. This can be via Skype or in person.

STEP 4: OFFER OF PLACE If your application is successful, you will receive an offer letter and invoice. This may be on the condition that you meet specific requirements.

STEP 5: ACCEPTANCE AND PAYMENT OF FEES In order to accept your offer of placement, you need to return your signed enrolment acceptance form and pay the tuition fees.

STEP 6: CONFIRMATION OF ENROLMENT On meeting the conditions stated in the offer letter, a confirmation of enrolment is sent to you along fees receipt. This will assist you to apply for your student visa and arrive on time for the intake start date. You must ensure that your visa remains valid throughout the duration of study.

PLEASE NOTE Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this international prospectus at the time of going to print January 2018. However, changes, developments and alterations may occur to qualifications, staff and services as mentioned in this prospectus. Please refer to our website www.ames.ac.nz for the most up-to-date information. Animation College and AMES reserve the right, without notice, to withdraw courses, amend fees, vary the content and delivery of programmes etc at any time before or after the international applicant’s admission. The Colleges are responsible for all international admissions decisions.

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Essential information for international students CODE OF PRACTICE Animation College and AMES has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Ministry of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from these institutions or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at www.minedu.govt.nz

STUDENT VISAS International students are required to have a student visa to be able to study at the institutes for longer than three months. If you bring your spouse/partner and/or children with you to New Zealand, they will need their own visitor’s visa. For full details of immigration requirements, advice on your right to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements, please visit the Immigration New Zealand website at www.immigration.govt.nz

WORK RIGHTS For the most up to date information on student work rights, vist the Immigration New Zealand website at www.immigration.govt.nz

ELIGIBILITY FOR HEALTH SERVICES Most international students are not entitled to publicly-funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment.

Full details on entitlements to publiclyfunded services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed at www.moh.govt.nz

ACCIDENT INSURANCE The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents, and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at www.acc.co.nz

MEDICAL AND TRAVEL INSURANCE It is compulsory for international students to have comprehensive medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. Enrolment at Animation College and AMES is conditional on showing evidence of comprehensive medical and travel cover. You can also purchase medical and travel insurance policy from us. Medical and travel insurance to be purchased at the same time with your full course fees.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT If you are new to New Zealand, we appreciate and understand that there will be things you want and need to know. We have detailed information available for international students on the international section of our websites. We have dedicated team to support you in areas of accommodation information, pastoral care, IT support,academic support, career assistance and counselling services. They will be more than happy to assist you with any queries.

Make waves in the IT world.

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