Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology offers an entry-level program of study in Information Technology (IT) for people who wish to add IT to their range of skills and knowledge. The graduate diploma consists of eight units of study. This program is particularly suitable for graduates in disciplines such as business, arts, sciences and engineering. 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 & Objectives:
The graduate diploma offers entry level study in information technology to students with a degree in any discipline. No prior knowledge of information technology is assumed. Students study mandatory areas which cover the core body of knowledge for an IT professional including programming, database, requirements and analysis, project management and internet technologies. A choice of electives allows students to specialise in a particular area which addresses the differing needs of students.
Course Structure:
The graduate diploma is part of a nested suite of programs, which includes the Graduate Certificate of Information Technology and the Master of Information Technology. There are a number of entry points depending on previous academic studies and work experience. Students may exit with a Graduate Certificate of Information Technology on completion of four units of study. Exemptions cannot be credited towards the graduate certificate award. The graduate diploma 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. A maximum of two exemptions (25 credit points) is available in the graduate diploma program. After completing the requirements of the graduate diploma, students may progress to the Master of Technology (Information Technology) with the addition of four further advanced units of study, or the Master of Information Technology with eight further advanced units of study. The information technology program is available in both full-time and part-time* (5.30pm to 9.30pm) modes. Part-time mode includes the possibility of studying one unit of study at a time. Entry is possible in both Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July) and evening classes are available in most units of study. Please note: some units of study are subject to quotas and minimum enrolment requirements. Not all units of study are available every semester, and changes in program structure occur from time to time. *International student visa holders are required to study full-time.
Units of Study:
Core units of study (75 credit points) HIT5401 Introduction to Business Information Systems or HIT6322 Enterprise Technologies and Architectures HIT5091 Web Development or Internet Technologies (HIT6307) HIT5404 Introduction to Programming in .NET HIT6402 Database Analysis and Design HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management Elective units of study (25 credit points) HIT6037 Software Development in Java or HIT7425 Business Systems Programming in .NET HIT6316 Usability HIT6323 Web Programming HIT7406 Enterprise Systems HIT7412 Business Information Systems Analysis HIT7420 Database Management Systems HIT7421 Database Implementation HET706 Networks and Routing HET710 Network Administration Recommended study sequences Web Application Development Specialisation Semester 1 HIT5404 Introduction to Programming in .NET (core) HIT5091 Web Development (core) HIT6322 Enterprise Technologies and Architectures (core) HIT6402 Database Analysis and Design (core) Semester 2 HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling (core) HIT6316 Usability Web Programming (HIT6323) HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management (core) Information Systems and Information Management Specialisation Semester 1 HIT5401 Introduction to Business Information Systems (core) HIT5404 Introduction to Programming in .NET (core) HIT6402 Database Analysis and Design (core) HIT5091 Web Development (core) Semester 2 HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling(core) HIT7406 Enterprise Systems HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management (core) HIT7420 Database Management Systems
Career Opportunities:
This program addresses the issues and technologies that are being widely adopted in industry. Graduates will be equipped for employment in IT and network positions.
Professional recognition:
This program is accredited at Associate level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Graduate Attributes:
The graduate attributes which relate to this program help to produce graduates who: are capable in their chosen professional areas are adaptable and manage change operate effectively in work and community situations are aware of environments are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development in their business or community
Entry Requirements:
Admission to the graduate diploma is available to applicants who have a recognised bachelor degree in any non-IT discipline. Students who have completed the graduate diploma recieve four exemptions (50 credit points). Otherwise a maximum of two units (25 credit points) of exemptions is allowed.
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering higher education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
Course Fees:
In 2010, tuition fees for this program are based on $1975 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice. The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) – is available to eligible fee paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $83,313 from 1 January 2009). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year. Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount. For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
In 2010, tuition fees for this program are based on $1975 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice. The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) – is available to eligible fee paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $83,313 from 1 January 2009). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year.
Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount.
For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
Application Procedure:
Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: www.swinburne.edu.au/hed/postgrad/apply 2010 Closing Dates: 19 February for start 1 March16 July for start 9 August
Further information:
Web: Enquire online Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au www.swinburne.edu.au/ict
