Computer Science

Make the career change you’ve dreamed of with the Graduate Diploma of Computer Science delivered online through Monash.

Gain the key computing and specialist skills to shift into a career in the computing industry, prepared to tackle challenges in a broad range of industries and sectors.This degree is your pathway to changing the direction of your career through the development of core computer science skills and a specialisation in an ever-important area of the field.

The in-depth study of software engineering, cybersecurity or artificial intelligence will leave you with graduate-level knowledge of the technology making a lasting impact on the world.You may be eligible to exit this course early with a Graduate Certificate of Computer Science, provided you complete the following units:

ITO4131, ITO4136, ITO4137 and one other unit from Part A.

The course is structured in two consecutive parts:

• Part A. Core master’s studies
• Part B. Specialist studies

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Alternative qualifications

You may eligible to exit this course early with a Graduate Certificate of Computer Science, provided you complete the following units: ITO4131, ITO4136, ITO4137 and one other unit from Part A.

Part A. Core master’s studies (36 points)

These studies will provide an orientation and draw on best practices within the broad field of computer science practice and research. You will gain a critical understanding of theoretical and practical issues related to computer science. Your studies will focus on fundamentals, core knowledge as well as application in your chosen specialisation.

Part B. Specialist studies (12 points)

The focus of these studies is specialising in the areas of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity or software engineering.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1.

analyse, critically review and synthesise theories and techniques from the field of computer science;

2.

apply problem solving skills and theoretical knowledge to the design and construction of innovative solutions in at least one of the following areas: artificial intelligence, cybersecurity or software engineering;

3.

systematically evaluate the application of theories and techniques from the field of computer science;

4.

assess and apply industry standard tools and techniques for building software systems;

5.

critically evaluate, document and communicate ethical, legal and social issues affecting the use of technologies;

6.

evaluate and respond to social and ethical issues arising from the application of computer science technologies in the global economy;

7.

communicate effectively with stakeholders within and outside the computing industry.