Graduate Certificate
Generally, you'll study four advanced topics in Computing to complement or update your existing qualifications. If you have no background in the area of study, you can choose to undertake four introductory-level courses before considering a higher-level qualification in this discipline.
In this certificate, choose from a range of Computing electives that contribute towards your credit points. Gain new knowledge and skills or update your existing qualifications by choosing electives from areas including Artificial Intelligence, Bioinformatics, Database Systems, e-commerce systems and many more traditional and emerging areas of Computing and IT.
*Source: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
You'll choose electives from Bioinformatics and a large suite of Computer Science courses. Upon graduation you'll have developed skills and increased knowledge in enquiry-based learning, cognitive skills and critical thinking and communication, adaptive and interactional skills.
The Graduate Certificate in Computing provides a pathway into the Graduate Diploma in Computing and Master of Information Technology. You can articulate from the Graduate Certificate in Computing to the Graduate Diploma or Masters programs with credit for the completed courses.
You'll be studying at Australia's leading Engineering faculty. We're ranked 1st in Australia and 31st globally for Engineering and Technology by QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.
UNSW's School of Computer Science and Engineering's research is ranked 1st in Australia for Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Databases, Embedded & Real-Time Systems and Operating Systems by CS Rankings. Our strong focus on research, with our world-class research facilities feeds leading-edge discoveries straight into our degrees. Our research culture provides an education where you'll question, test, learn and experiment, making new discoveries along the way.
Our industry partners include leading companies such as Atlassian, Commbank, Google, Honeywell, Microsoft and WiseTech Global. UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable Students Award in the AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards for 5 consecutive years (2020-2024).* Australia's top employers prefer UNSW Engineering graduates over any other university and we're ranked 22nd in the world for employer reputation.
At UNSW Engineering you'll benefit from a diverse and welcoming community. No matter what your particular interest, engineering or beyond, there's a club or society for you. UNSW Engineering boasts 16 student societies including a society for each school. Get involved in Queer Students in Stem, Electrical Engineering Society, Women in Renewable Energy Society or Robogals. UNSW's Women in Engineering (WIE) society runs social and industry events as well as programs designed to mentor and develop female engineers.
*AFR Top100 Future Leaders 2024
Admission to this program requires one of the following:
Those without such a qualification or experience may submit an application on the basis of a combined education and work experience. Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Admission to this program requires one of the following:
Those without these qualifications or experience may submit an application on the basis of a combined education and work experience. Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
UNSW could have the answer. No matter what sector you're interested in, studying the Graduate Certificate in Computing will provide you with the expertise and drive to focus on a fulfilling career.
When you graduate with the Graduate Certificate in Computing you'll have gained more advanced knowledge that may complement your current role in Computing and IT. Taking on this further study through the Graduate Certificate will help you bridge the gap between your current role and more senior or specialised roles.
Additional studies and their relevant coursework can help you harness your potential to create better outcomes for a plethora of sectors. You'll move up the career ladder with greater speed and hone your specialisation in Computing. The opportunities this program provides really are endless.
The Graduate Certificate in Computing can also help you upskill and complement your existing role in a broad range of industries and in a variety of organisations including:
When you challenge yourself by taking on the Graduate Certificate in Computing at Australia's leading Engineering faculty, you'll see your career prospects grow.