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Contemporary information technologies including Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things and Big Data have dramatically changed the way we live, work and do business.
To stay ahead in this fast-paced environment, as an IT professional, you need the core skills of computing and the ability to securely, sustainably and ethically apply them to solve real-world problems.
The Graduate Diploma of Computing is a one-year program that provides a strong foundation in computing to upskill and enter the IT industry, or to enhance an existing career with a technology-based qualification. In addition to the core computing skills such as programming, data structures and algorithms design, and database management, you will also learn problem-solving and other soft skills such as networking and presentation to become a certified ICT professional.
Exciting career opportunities exist for graduates within the field of information and communication technology.
Contemporary information technologies including Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things and Big Data have dramatically changed the way we live, work and do business.
To stay ahead in this fast-paced environment, as an IT professional, you need the core skills of computing and the ability to securely, sustainably and ethically apply them to solve real-world problems.
The Graduate Diploma of Computing is a one-year program that provides a strong foundation in computing to upskill and enter the IT industry, or to enhance an existing career with a technology-based qualification. In addition to the core computing skills such as programming, data structures and algorithms design, and database management, you will also learn problem-solving and other soft skills such as networking and presentation to become a certified ICT professional.
Exciting career opportunities exist for graduates within the field of information and communication technology.
Current Southern Cross students – to access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook.
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must meet the University’s standard minimum admission requirements for postgraduate courses:
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 |
|---|---|
| Overall Score or equivalent | 6.5 |
Students will develop knowledge and skills in the areas of computer networks, advanced cyber security, ICT professional practice, managing software development projects, fundamentals of programming, designing information systems, data structures and algorithms, and data management systems.
Domestic students
| Location | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| Gold Coast | Term 1, Term 3 |
| Online | Term 1, Term 3 |
International students
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | Term 1, Term 3 | $35,280 ($4,410 per unit) | 113012A |
| Online | Term 1, Term 3 | N/A | N/A |
Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions. | |||
Applications for this course are made directly to Southern Cross University via our online application service.
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Computing after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 4 core units.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.
| Course Learning Outcome |
|---|
Critically analyse and reflect on complex issues in a discipline area of information technology. Demonstrate advanced discipline knowledge, creative thinking, project management, and problem solving skills in a discipline area of information technology. |
Demonstrate advanced discipline knowledge, creative thinking, project management, and problem solving skills in a discipline area of information technology. |
Develop advanced knowledge and skills for responsible use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for security, sustainable and ethical goals. |
Critically analyse and reflect on complex issues in a discipline area of information technology. Demonstrate advanced discipline knowledge, creative thinking, project management, and problem solving skills in a discipline area of information technology. |
Critically analyse and reflect on complex issues in a discipline area of information technology. Demonstrate advanced discipline knowledge, creative thinking, project management, and problem solving skills in a discipline area of information technology. |
Develop professional conducts, communication and social skills to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. |
Develop professional conducts, communication and social skills to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. |
Assessment is designed to be closely related to real-world scenarios with the focus on testing students' problem-solving skills. Traditional assessment such as reports and essays will be used in conjunction with IT-specific assessments such as software, algorithm and ICT solution development.
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.
Our online study option is highly interactive and strives to promote collaboration and a sense of community. Students may receive a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.
Graduates will have wide-ranging career opportunities in the high-growth fields of information and communication technologies, from various software and database development roles to cybersecurity consultants and business/data analysts.
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