C11247v1 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies

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

This course comprises 24 credit points of study of foundation subjects including database, information systems, networking and software development.

Course completion 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 was completed with no more than 25 per cent of subjects failed.

Applicants who do not satisfy the above academic requirements may be considered on the basis of a minimum two years' full-time equivalent IT work experience, supported by the submission of a resume and proof of employment.

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.