C11142v7 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

University of Technology Sydney

About

This course enables those with an IT or related degree to undertake a specialised sequence of subjects to upskill or study subjects in an area not covered in their previous studies.This course allows IT professionals to update their knowledge and skills in an essential area of IT to assist in career development.

Structure

Students must complete 24 credit points, comprising core (6 credit points) and stream (18 credit points).

Course completion requirements

course credit
STM90962 Core stream (MIT) 6cp
CBK91024 Stream choice (PG IT) 18cp
Total 24cp

Course program

The sample program below shows a suggested sequence of subjects for the Business Information Systems stream for a full-time student. Students in other streams follow a similar sequence. The program is intended as a guide only and does not take into account such factors as recognition of prior learning, changes in attendance mode and subject availability, or satisfactory academic progress. Students should consult the Timetable Planner to confirm the availability of subjects in the current academic year.

Business Information Systems stream

Year 1

Autumn or Spring session

course credit
Select 6 credit points from the following: 6cp
STM90962 Core stream (MIT)  
Select 6 credit points from the following: 6cp
CBK91026 Core subjects (BIS)  
Select 12 credit points from the following: 12cp
CBK91027 Options (BIS)  

Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

It is a requirement that the bachelor's degree be in information technology, with no more than 25 per cent of subjects failed.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

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