Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

CRICOS Code: 115638F

The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology course is designed for students who are seeking to gain foundational knowledge and skills in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) by undertaking units including networking, database, programming, and computer architecture. The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology can be taken as a stand-alone course or as a pathway to the Master of Information Technology course.

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
Melbourne, Australia

 

LearningWhite  Study Mode: Full-time, face to face
Duration Duration: Full-time, 6 Months (1 Trimester)
Location Location: 123 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Requirements Course Requirements: 4 Core Units
Requirements

Academic Entry Requirements – Domestic

    • Completion of an Australian Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline; or
    • A minimum of three years equivalent full-time relevant managerial or professional experience; or
    • A minimum of five years equivalent full-time relevant work experience.

Age Entry Requirement

  • Applicants must be minimum 18 years of age prior to commencing this course at the Institute.

International Students      

Academic Entry Requirements

  • Completion of an Australian Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline; or
  • A minimum of three years equivalent full-time relevant managerial or professional experience; or
  • A minimum of five years equivalent full-time relevant work experience.

English Entry Requirements

  • IELTS score of a minimum of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent; or
  • Recognised English Language Course: English for Academic Purposes from Ozford English Language Centre or another CRICOS listed English language qualification studied in Australia with outcomes equivalent to IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 6.0; or
  • Completion of undergraduate or postgraduate degree, including Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Australia within the past two years; or
  • Completion of a higher education qualification in English Language awarded by a recognised university in which English is the primary language.
    Age Entry Requirement
    • Applicants must be minimum 18 years of age prior to commencing this course at the Institute.
Requirements Career Outcomes

  • ICT Security Specialist
  • Systems Administrator
  • Systems Analyst

Course Outline

The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology course is designed for students who are seeking to gain foundational knowledge and skills in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) by undertaking units including networking, database, programming, and computer architecture. The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology can be taken as a stand-alone course or as a pathway to the Master of Information Technology course.

Core Units

  • ICT5000 Data Communication and Networks
  • ICT5010 Database Design and Management
  • ICT5020 Programming and Algorithms
  • ICT5030 Computer Architecture
  • Assessment Methods

    Assessment methods used for each course will vary depending on the individual unit of study. Generally, the assessment will comprise one or more assessment items with different percentage weightings being applied to each. Types of assessment items include (but not limited to):

  • Practical Exercises
  • Mid-Semester Tests
  • Reflective Journal Reports
  • Individual and Group Presentations
  • Individual and Group Projects and Assignments
  • Case Study Analyses and Reports
  • Workplace Evaluation
  • Key Dates and Fees

    Please click here for more information about Trimester Dates

    Please click here for more information about Tuition Fees and Other Non-Tuition Fees.