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Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

Graduate Certificate

Course snapshot

Domestic snapshot

  • Course abbreviation

    GradCertInfTech

  • Course code

    1008550

  • Credit points

    48

  • Equivalent units

    4

  • Indicative Fee

    Fee paying

Overview

Ready to launch your career in the dynamic industry of Information and Communication Technology? The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology is your entry to this fast-paced and rapidly evolving field.

This course builds essential skills in programming, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, with an option of delving into either software development or application/system security, giving you a strong technical foundation and practical experience to enter the workforce or pivot into a new career path.

Students will gain industry-relevant knowledge tailored to current and emerging technologies and hands-on learning that fosters problem-solving skills applicable to real-world scenarios. Skills in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence are accredited by the globally recognised Microsoft Certifications.

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology receive entry and up to four units of credit towards the Master of Information Technology.

Course Learning Outcome

GA1: Intellectual rigour

Apply critical knowledge and skills in information and communications technology (ICT) to solve real-world problems using appropriate tools and industry practices.

GA2: Creativity

Apply critical knowledge and skills in information and communications technology (ICT) to solve real-world problems using appropriate tools and industry practices.

GA3: Ethical practice

Communicate and collaborate effectively through active participation, ethical decision-making, and integration of diverse perspectives into team-based work.

Reflect on personal capabilities, professional development, and emerging ICT trends, including awareness of Indigenous perspectives and the evolving role of ICT in society.

GA4: Knowledge of a discipline

Apply critical knowledge and skills in information and communications technology (ICT) to solve real-world problems using appropriate tools and industry practices.

GA5: Lifelong learning

Reflect on personal capabilities, professional development, and emerging ICT trends, including awareness of Indigenous perspectives and the evolving role of ICT in society.

GA6: Communication and social skills

Communicate and collaborate effectively through active participation, ethical decision-making, and integration of diverse perspectives into team-based work.

GA7: Cultural competence

Communicate and collaborate effectively through active participation, ethical decision-making, and integration of diverse perspectives into team-based work.

Reflect on personal capabilities, professional development, and emerging ICT trends, including awareness of Indigenous perspectives and the evolving role of ICT in society.

Location Teaching period UAC code QTAC code
Gold Coast Term 1 N/A N/A
Melbourne - The Hotel School Term 1 N/A N/A
Perth Term 1 N/A N/A
Sydney - The Hotel School Term 1 N/A N/A
Online Term 1 N/A N/A

Requirements

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.

Entry requirements

The Graduate Certificate of Information Technology is a pathway to the Master of Information Technology. Applicants who meet one of the following requirements will be considered for admission to the Graduate Certificate.

  • Bachelor degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification in any discipline;
  • Diploma or Advanced Diploma of 3 years or equivalent in any discipline;
  • Combination of post-secondary qualifications and minimum of 1 year work experience in a related field; or
  • Equivalent professional experience as determined by the relevant Associate Dean (Education).

Related work experience includes but is not limited to technical or professional experience in IT, computing, business, science, technology, or communications.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for applicants for entry to this course are a score equal to or above IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 5.5.

Language requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows

CategoryScore
Overall Score6
Reading5.5
Writing5.5
Listening5.5
Speaking5.5

Course requirements

To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising:

  • 3 core units (36 credit points) and
  • 1 option unit (12 credit points).

Course structure

Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.

Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes

Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award

COMP5002 Programming Concepts
Term1
12
Location Domestic International
China - Guangxi UST N/A
Term1
Gold Coast
Term1
Term1
Melbourne - The Hotel School N/A
Term1
Online
Term1
Term1
Papua New Guinea - IBSU Port Moresby N/A
Term1
Perth N/A
Term1
Sydney - The Hotel School N/A
Term1
COMP5003 Cybersecurity Governance and Risk Management
Term1,5
12
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term1,5
Term1,5
Melbourne - The Hotel School N/A
Term1,5
Online
Term1,5
Term1,5
Perth N/A
Term1,5
Sydney - The Hotel School N/A
Term1,5
COMP6010 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Essentials
Term2
12
Location Domestic International
China - Guangxi UST N/A
Term2
Gold Coast
Term2
Term2
Melbourne - The Hotel School N/A
Term2
Online
Term2
Term2
Papua New Guinea - IBSU Port Moresby N/A
Term2
Perth N/A
Term2
Sydney - The Hotel School N/A
Term2
Pre-requisites COMP5002 - Programming Concepts
Option Unit

Unit Code Unit Title Notes

Core units
COMP5002 Programming Concepts
COMP5003 Cybersecurity Governance and Risk Management
COMP6010 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Essentials

Option Units
Select one (1) unit (12 credit points) from the following list of option units:
COMP6011 Security of Applications and Systems
COMP6018 Programming Paradigms