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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
0.5 years full-time
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Location
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Placements
No
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ATAR
NA
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Inherent Requirements
No
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradCertInfTech
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Course code
1008550
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Credit points
48
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Equivalent units
4
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Indicative Fee
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 the essential technical foundation required to bridge the gap into elite fields. Once you've mastered these core IT essentials, you will be fully prepared to progress into the Master of Information Technology, where you can take the driver's seat and specialise in cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence or rigorour Cybersecurity.
You will gain industry-relevant knowledge tailored to current and emerging technologies that align with globally-recognised industry certification programs. Along with your credentials, you will earn certified digital badges - the ultimate 'green light' for recruiters that opens doors to high-impact roles from the moment you finish.
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 |
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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 |
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| Gold Coast | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Melbourne | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Perth | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Sydney | 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
| Category | Score |
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| Overall Score | 6 |
| Reading | 5.5 |
| Writing | 5.5 |
| Listening | 5.5 |
| Speaking | 5.5 |
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 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
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| COMP5002 | Programming Concepts |
Term1,5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| COMP5003 | Cybersecurity Governance and Risk Management |
Term1,5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| COMP6010 | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Essentials |
Term2
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
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Core units |
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| COMP5002 | Programming Concepts | ||||
| COMP5003 | Cybersecurity Governance and Risk Management | ||||
| COMP6010 | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Essentials | ||||
Option Units |
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| Select one (1) unit (12 credit points) from the following list of option units: | |||||
| COMP6011 | Security of Applications and Systems | ||||
| COMP6018 | Programming Paradigms | ||||