Course code: IQ19
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Computer Science)
Course overview
Elevate your career with foundational and specialised ICT skills
Acquire a firm grounding in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) knowledge and best practices, exploring a range of innovative digital technologies, covering topics on data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cyber security, virtual and augmented reality, and the Internet of Things. You will build upon this foundation and specialise in computer science, investigating topics that include programming, web and mobile app development, information security management, and data exploration and mining.
This course is suitable for professionals coming from a non-ICT background looking to gain foundational knowledge, with a particular focus on computer science. If you are an existing ICT professional wanting to develop skills in computer science, the Graduate Certificate in Computer Science will help you specialise.
This breadth of study will ensure you are ready to discover dynamic ways to use computational systems to develop effective and people-oriented ICT solutions, grounded in a sound design and problem-solving methodology.
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1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Duration
AUD $ 9,500
Estimated Total Fees
Why this course
The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Computer Science) gives you an understanding of the core principles underlying computer science. The skills you acquire are highly transferable and sought after in government departments and a host of private-sector industries.
Your pace
Study full-time or part-time to suit your needs
Career growth
This course opens the door to great career opportunities
Rankings
QUT is ranked in the top 50 universities in the world for employer–student connections
Course units
Students must complete a total of 13 units:
10 – Core micro units (including eight Graduate Certificate in Information Technology units and two Graduate Certificate in Computer Science units)
3 – Core standard units (Graduate Certificate in Computer Science units)
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12 credit points
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Entry requirements
You can gain entry into the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Computer Science) with the following:
1-year program
- A completed bachelor’s degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline
or
- a completed diploma (or higher qualification) in a relevant area, and two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in a relevant area
or
- five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in a relevant area.
Course outcomes
You will learn to employ an adaptable and creative digital skill set to craft better ICT solutions for discipline-specific problems. You will also cultivate advanced knowledge of computer science and its applicability within organisational and business contexts. The analytical skills you develop will help you evaluate business practices and investment strategies to solve complex problems in business improvement projects.
Skills and tools in this course
- Problem-solving
- Computer science expertise
- Core Body of Knowledge
- Analytical skills
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Azure is a public cloud platform that is used for virtual computing, analytics, storage, networking and much more. Azure is comprised of more than 200 products and cloud services, and is fast becoming a central platform for industries to innovate their technological capabilities, including healthcare, financial services and banking, manufacturing, gaming, retail and government.
Tableau
Tableau is the market-leading analytics platform that transforms the way we use data to solve real-world issues. The platform is the top choice for modern business intelligence and helps organisations visualise data and share insights that make real, impactful change. It’s used by influential companies such as Lenovo and Lufthansa Airlines.
Lucidchart
Lucidchart is an intelligent diagramming application that allows teams to work together on shared projects. The application allows you to draw plans and create flowcharts and diagrams, and also offers businesses a secure way to store, plan, collaborate and visualise data all in one place. It’s popular among companies such as Google, Amazon and Atlassian.
Draw.io
Draw.io allows you to easily create, edit and style diagrams using an intuitive interface. The open-source, cross-platform software enables collaboration on diagrams and whiteboards, and offers unique features like real-time Confluence-native collaborative editing.
Signavio
Signavio offers intuitive, cloud-based, professional process modelling and allows businesses to document, model, design and simulate workplace processes. The platform helps you to speed up process modelling and determine how certain changes will impact process outcomes.
HTML
Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) is a central technology used to build websites. HTML allows you to organise the structure of a page forms an essential foundation of your web development skills. It is used across websites world-wide.
CSS
Like HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) is another primary technology used to build websites. CSS helps you create the layout of a web page. CSS forms an essential foundation of your web development skills and is used across websites world-wide.
Python
Python is a versatile computer programming language that is commonly used for machine learning, building websites and software, automating tasks, and conducting data analysis. Python is one of the most well-known programming languages for software developers and data scientists around the world. Most modern tech companies rely on Python every day, including Instagram, Google, Spotify and Netflix.
UML
Unified Modelling Language (UML) is a developmental modelling language used by software developers to visualise and design new systems. UML is used in various fields and is useful to help a team visualise projects from start to finish.
Oracle Database
Oracle Database The Oracle Database is the first converged, multi-modal database management system designed for enterprise grid computing. It’s used to store and retrieve data and is key to running online transaction processing and solving common issues for information management. Oracle VirtualBox Oracle VM VirtualBox is a powerful cross-platform virtualisation software tool. It’s intuitive and allows you to set up your computer to run multiple operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux and Oracle Solaris. As one of the oldest companies to provide database management solutions, Oracle focuses on keeping up to date with the latest technological trends.
Jupyter Notebook
Jupyter Notebook is a web-based interactive development environment for notebooks, code and data. It has a flexible interface that allows you to configure and arrange workflows in data science, scientific computing, computational journalism and machine learning. Jupyter Notebooks is used by large companies such as Trivago, Delivery Hero and Yelp.
Anaconda
Anaconda is a distribution of the Python and R programming languages for data science and machine learning that simplifies package management and deployment. With thousands of open-source packages and libraries, it is very popular among modern programmers.
SQLite
SQLite (Structured Query Language) is the most used database engine in the world. SQL codes are built into most mobile phones, computers and applications and are used by several large-scale companies around the world, including Adobe, Airbus, Apple, Facebook and Google.
Potential career opportunities
Programmer
Implement integrated software and application solutions that solve organisational ICT-related problems.
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Average Salary
$115,000
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Industry Job Satisfaction of
4/5
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Industry Growth
+27%
Projected job growth in next 5 years
, 2024
Systems engineer
Cultivate advanced knowledge of computer science and its applicability within organisational and business contexts.
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Average Salary
$120,000
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Industry Job Satisfaction of
4/5
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Industry Growth
+22.2%
Projected job growth in next 5 years
, 2024
Network architect
Plan, design and implement data communication networks that meet the organisations' needs.
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Average Salary
$160,000
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Industry Job Satisfaction of
4/5
, 2024
Information technology specialist
Analyse, test, troubleshoot and evaluate existing network systems and software applications to achieve business or IT goals.
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Average Salary
$80,000
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Industry Job Satisfaction of
5/5
, 2024
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I can change the pace of my learning as I need and as life changes.Alethia, Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Computer Science)
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Frequently asked questions
There is limited group work, depending on the units. This is a good opportunity to network with other students.
Yes, CSPs are available for all Information Technology courses, including bootcamps. CSPs allow domestic students to have a significant portion of their university or higher education fees subsidised by the Australian government.
Yes, completed units in this Graduate Certificate can be used as credit towards the Graduate Diploma in IT (Cyber Security and Networks) and the Master of IT (Cyber Security and Networks).
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