Program summary
Program overview
Admission requirements
Program structure
Program requirements
Enquiries
Program summary
Award abbreviation: GDInfSys
Degree type: postgraduate coursework program
Mode of Study: on campus
Duration: 2 years minimum, 4 years maximum part-time. (Program is not available full-time.)
Fee type: domestic fee-paying places
Total courses: 8
Commence: Semester 1 or 2
Program code: BU621
CRICOS code: this course is not available to international students
Program overview
The Graduate Diploma in Information Systems is designed for graduates in areas other than computing who want to be fully qualified for a career in information systems. Graduates will have developed knowledge in the analysis, programming and management of information systems.
The Graduate Diploma builds on the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems. If you enrol in the Graduate Diploma you may exit after completing the first four courses with a Graduate Certificate allowing you to achieve a recognised qualification and, subject to certain time conditions, return to upgrade your qualification later.
Admission requirements
Students entering the Graduate Diploma in Information Systems will normally be required to have an undergraduate degree, in disciplines other than information systems and computing, from a recognised higher education institution. Basic computer skills are assumed.
The program is currently offered to Australian and New Zealand citizens, and Australian permanent residents.
Program structure
Students undertake the following 8 courses:
ICT510 Analysis and Project Management
ICT511 Database Design
ICT520 Telecommunications and Networks
ICT521 Java Programming 1
ICT610 Object-oriented Analysis and Design
ICT611 Java Programming 2
ICT620 Database Programming
ICT621 Architecture and Systems Integration
Program requirements
Students are required to successfully complete 8 courses as specified in the Graduate Diploma in Information Systems program structure. Refer to the Academic Rules for further information.
How to apply
Apply for a postgraduate program.
Enquiries
Faculty of Business
Tel: +61 7 5430 1221
Fax: +61 7 5430 1231
Email: businessfaculty@usc.edu.au