Sorena programme guide
New Zealand Certificate in Applied Software Development (Level 6) — delivered as the "Full-Time AI Development Bootcamp"
This guide brings together the programme information the institution currently publishes. It does not assess whether the programme is suitable for you.
Overview
New Zealand Certificate in Applied Software Development (Level 6) — delivered as the "Full-Time AI Development Bootcamp" is listed by Dev Academy Aotearoa Limited as a Certificate at NZQF Level 6.
What you will study
Programme-specific curriculum content is not yet published in the Sorena catalogue. Use the institution link above for the current course structure.
Who may find it relevant
No general suitability statement is published. Admission is decided by the institution after it reviews an applicant's evidence.
Programme structure
Published duration: 17 weeks (Foundations 6 weeks + Bootcamp 9 weeks + Career Skills 2 weeks).
Fees context
NZ$19,990
Per programme (full 17-week course, international student rate)
2026 fee, shown as indicative for 2027. The institution has not yet confirmed its 2027 price.
Not published
Entry requirements
None formally required; applicants recommended to have some prior self-directed coding exposure (e.g., Codecademy, freeCodeCamp) to confirm interest before enrolling
Start dates
- 24 August 2026 (Foundations start
- Bootcamp component starts 5 October 2026
- Bootcamp component starts 5 October 2026, ends 4 December 2026). Applications close 20 August 2026.
- ends 4 December 2026). Applications close 20 August 2026.
- Not published — page lists a "January 2027" intake heading but explicitly states dates are "to be announced"
Career context
The institution has not supplied structured career-outcome information to the Sorena catalogue.
What to check before applying
- Confirm the current fee and fee basis with the institution.
- Check the next available start date.
- Review the institution's academic and English requirements.
- Complete the Sorena assessment before requesting individual guidance.