Postgraduate diplomas provide the opportunity for continuing professional development in the same area as an original degree. A postgraduate diploma can often lead to a masters degree. Postgraduate diplomas generally compromise a one-year full-time programme of graduate papers. They build on attainment in a prior degree and demonstrated practical, professional or scholarly experience. Computer Science Computer Science is rapidly changing the world we live in. Studying Computer Science at the University of Waikato, you'll learn about software systems and how people and computers interact. You’ll also learn how to create new software, and ensure it's easy for people to use. Ongoing progress in computer technology means that there is a steady need for more qualified computer professionals. The University of Waikato is recognised among the world’s best in computer science, and offers the largest range of advanced computer science courses in New Zealand. A major in Computer Science is flexible, allowing you to focus on a particular area, or to complete a more generalist major. The papers available are carefully designed to ensure you have a good mastery of a particular area of Computer Science and will equip you with the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career. Waikato is well-recognised internationally for our computer science research, and have especially enjoyed success with open source software development. Students have the opportunity to work alongside internationally-respected academics on a wide range of exciting and innovative research projects in areas such as: Broadband communication Data compression Digital libraries Formal methods Human-computer interaction Machine learning Software engineering Cyber security. Career opportunities Web Architect Business Analyst Software Developer Network Architect Computer Animator Mobile App Master Data Miner Usability Architect