Skip to Content

Faculty of Information & Communication Technologies

Graduate Diploma of Information Technology

Fast Facts

  • Program provides two specialisation streams in either Software Development or Information Systems
  • The program is available in both full-time and part-time modes
  • Students may exit the program after 4 subjects with the Graduate Certificate of IT
  • Course content is designed to meet the needs of employers and industry demand
  • Program is accredited at associate level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Course Description

The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology provides the skills and knowledge to allow graduates to begin or progress in careers such as software developer, web programmer, database developer or business analyst. Students undertake studies in either the Software Development or Information Systems streams.

The program offers a general introduction to IT with an emphasis on web applications development or business information systems. Students study six mandatory skills areas that cover the core body of knowledge for an IT professional - introductory IT, programming, database, internet technologies, project management, and information analysis. Two electives are also chosen, allowing students to gain specialist skills in areas of interest.


Aims and Objectives

This program aims at giving a solid coverage of the fundamental aspects of information technology, and is designed for graduates who seek to develop the opportunity to follow an IT career. The program covers the important areas of programming, database, data communications, requirements analysis and the Internet.


Entrance Requirements

A previous degree is required in any discipline.

Of the 8 subjects in the program, students may be granted up to a maximum of two subject exemptions on the basis of previous studies or prior knowledge.


Program Structure

The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology consists of 100 credit points, equivalent to one year of full-time study, or two years part-time. Students undertake six core units of study (75 credit points) and two elective units (25 credit points) for a total of eight units. Some options exist in the core units of study.

Entry is possible in both Semester 1 (Feb) and Semester 2 (July).


Brochures

Postgraduate Courses in Information Technology

More Information

View further details on the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology

Domestic Postgrad Student Enquiries
Ph: 1300 368 777
Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au
Submit an Online Enquiry

This program is not available to International Students.


Back to Top