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Graduate Certificate or Diploma of Computer Science

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Graduate Certificate of Information Systems Management available 2017 only

Graduate Certificate

Hawthorn
Study Mode
In person
International Tuition Fees
$28,500 per year

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

Graduate Certificate

Camperdown/Darlington
In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely. This course will be available for students to study remotely whilst the Australian border remains closed due to the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Duration
1 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
70.80%

Graduate Certificate in Digital Business Technologies

Graduate Certificate

Hobart Campus, Sydney Campus

This Graduate Certificate provides an introduction to the many rapid emerging technologies that are transforming the financial services sector, along with the business strategies surrounding them.

Entry Requirements

Please refer to English Language Requirements

Duration
1 semester full-time, 2 semesters part-time
Study Mode
In person

Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Business

Bachelor

City, City campus
The Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Business is designed to produce graduates who are prepared for scientific practice or business and management in technical, financial, regulatory, environmental, health or biomedical oriented businesses, industries or government departments.
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

Graduate Diploma of Information Technology

Graduate Diploma

Rockhampton, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
By choosing to study a Graduate Diploma of Information Technology you will obtain the knowledge to successfully design, implement and manage issues involved in the application of Information Technology (IT).
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must hold one of the following:
  • A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Bachelor degree, or higher equivalent qualification; or
  • A completed CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Information Systems, or equivalent; or
  • A completed CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, or equivalent.

English Language Proficiency Requirements:

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
  • A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
  • An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
  • Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

Completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below:
  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall & minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

International Students should visit
http://www.cqu.edu.au/international
for further information.

Each student will be assessed individually.
Security Requirements

None.

Health RequirementsNone.Assumed Knowledge

Domestic and international students please see the CQUniversity Handbook.

Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
74.70%

Graduate Certificate in Digital Futures

Graduate Certificate

Perth
This course is comprised of content that has been arranged into thematic stacks which offer transdisciplinary, innovative combinations. A strong emphasis within these stacks are industry links and connections with professions.
Duration
6 months full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
82.60%

Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Information Technology

Graduate Diploma

Nathan, Gold Coast
The Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Information Technology is an 80 credit point program that provides an alternative route for entry into a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program for applicants who do not possess the required qualifications for direct...
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Information Technology, a student must:

  • hold an undergraduate degree in a related discipline from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum grade point average of 4.5 (using a 7.0 point scale) over the last two years of the Bachelor degree;
  • OR hold a Masters degree in a related discipline from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum grade point average of 4.5 (using a 7.0 point scale).
Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$24,000 per year / $24,000 total
International Tuition Fees
$35,000 per year / $35,000 total
Graduate Satisfaction
70.70%

Graduate Diploma of Information Systems Management available 2017 only

Graduate Diploma

Hawthorn
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
International Tuition Fees
$28,500 per year / $42,750 total

Graduate Certificate in Computing

Graduate Certificate

Camperdown/Darlington
In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely. This course will be available for students to study remotely whilst the Australian border remains closed due to the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Duration
1 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
70.80%

Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology

Graduate Certificate

Kelvin Grove, Gardens Point
This Graduate Certificate helps you meet the English language requirements to enter the QUT Master of Information Technology program.
Entry Requirements

A completed recognised bachelor degree in information technology with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Pathway to the Master of Information Technology

Students with bachelor degrees in disciplines other than information technology may consider the University Certificate in Tertiary Prepartion for Postgraduate Studies (QC06) or English for Academic Purposes pathways.

Pathway to Master of Data Analytics

  • Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology (IN17) (one semester) leading to Master of Data Analytics (IN27) (three semesters)
Duration
6 months full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
79.00%
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Graduate Certificate or Diploma of Computer Science overview

A graduate certificate or diploma of computer science can provide you with more knowledge about how software and hardware can be combined as a tool to provide solutions to complex problems. These degrees can be used to upgrade your general computing skills or to focus on a specific area you are particularly interested in. These qualifications normally take a year or six months to complete depending on your institution.

Employment options

Acquiring a graduate certificate or diploma in computer science will increase your job prospects for many jobs, especially if you can show your further study specialisation is related to the job you’re applying for.

Scholarships and funding

There are many scholarships and funding available to students who wish to pursue a career in computer science. You can use our scholarship search tool here to find one that suits you.

If you’re an Australian Citizen, financial assistance from the Australian government may be available to you provided that you meet full-time study requirements (read more).

Prerequisites and selection process

Most universities typically require a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field before accepting you to the course.

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