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Graduate Diploma of Information Technology 

I080     


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Full-time
Part-time (day)
Part-time (evening) 		Postgraduate 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Hawthorn (Semester 1, Semester 2)

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.

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The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology 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.

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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.

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The graduate diploma is part of a nested suite of programs, which includes the Graduate Certificate of Information Technology (I071) 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 in Information Technology (I071) 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 and Semester 2 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.

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Core units of study (75 credit points)
Elective units of study (25 credit points)
HIT6631 eForensic Fundamentals**
** Requires approval from MIT Program Coordinator 
 
Recommended study sequences

Software Development Specialisation
Semester 1 
HIT5404 Introduction to Programming in .NET (core)     

Information Systems Analysis and Management Specialisation

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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.

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This program is accredited at Associate level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

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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

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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.

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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

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The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.

For information about Swinburne's fees visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
 

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Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/postgrad/apply/

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Web: Enquire online

Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)
 

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