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Curtin University

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Graduate Diploma in Computing

  • Graduate Diploma

Extend your knowledge of AI, cyber security and computing, while developing expertise in an area of your choice.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 semester full-time
Course Code
GD-COMP, 107669K
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$39,074 per year / $39,074 total

About this course

OverviewWhat you'll learn
  • develop, apply, evaluate and manage solutions for software systems, organisations and large scale data sources using the latest advances in analytics and industry-accepted standards.
  • apply and evaluate advanced technical knowledge and its underpinning science and analytical methods from specializations such as Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science to address real world applications.
  • communicate effectively to design, apply, manage and evaluate solutions that involve the latest advances in technology, and industry standards and use both written and verbal forms to convey the required knowledge to both experts and non-technical audiences.
  • apply the latest technology and devise new approaches to process a wide range of large scale data sources in order to derive new critical knowledge that can be used to address current problems in both IT and related areas.
  • develop innovative computing solutions through the application of leading-edge technologies and expert skills, underpinned by ethics, sustainability, and social responsibility.
  • demonstrate initiative, leadership and ethical practice when working independently and collaboratively.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

A bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or Engineering

OR

A bachelor's degree and demonstrated knowledge and skills in programming, operating systems, and computing mathematics

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

  • Writing: 6.0
  • Speaking: 6.0
  • Reading: 6.0
  • Listening: 6.0
  • Overall band score: 6.0

What you will learn

What you'll learn

  • develop, apply, evaluate and manage solutions for software systems, organisations and large scale data sources using the latest advances in analytics and industry-accepted standards.
  • apply and evaluate advanced technical knowledge and its underpinning science and analytical methods from specializations such as Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science to address real world applications.
  • communicate effectively to design, apply, manage and evaluate solutions that involve the latest advances in technology, and industry standards and use both written and verbal forms to convey the required knowledge to both experts and non-technical audiences.
  • apply the latest technology and devise new approaches to process a wide range of large scale data sources in order to derive new critical knowledge that can be used to address current problems in both IT and related areas.
  • develop innovative computing solutions through the application of leading-edge technologies and expert skills, underpinned by ethics, sustainability, and social responsibility.
  • demonstrate initiative, leadership and ethical practice when working independently and collaboratively.

Credit for prior study or work

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Computing & Information Systems courses at Curtin University.
82.6%
Overall satisfaction
89.5%
Skill scale
80.2%
Teaching scale
73.6%
Employed full-time
$90k
Average salary
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