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Off-Campus Learning Guide 2004
Information Technology

Graduate Diploma in Computing

Course code: 1747 + Gippsland campus + Australian residents - 2004 annual fees: TBC + International students - 2004 annual fees $19,200, or $2400 per six-point unit + Course director: Mr Ken Harris

Aims

The course is designed for those with tertiary qualifications in any discipline who wish to gain a first qualification in computing. It aims to provide students with recognised knowledge and skills in computer programming, information systems and information technology, and with practical knowledge of computer hardware and software that can be put to immediate use. It also aims to allow students to keep pace with new developments and assist them in becoming trained professionals in the field of commercial computing.

Entry requirements

The entry requirement is the equivalent of an Australian bachelors degree.

Course structure

The course is normally completed over two years and consists of eight units covering computer programming, software design, information technology and information systems with a project in the final year.

Year one
Year two

In addition, three electives are to be selected (to assist students with selecting these electives, the following three streams are suggested):

Programming stream elective

and any two electives from:

Information systems stream elective

and any two electives from:

Computer technology stream elective

and any two electives from:

For a complete list of other units offered, please consult the course director.

Accreditation

The Graduate Diploma in Computing degree meets the professional-level membership requirements of the Australian Computer Society.

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