Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology at UNE?
The Graduate Diploma is the second award level of a fully articulated program which gives qualified applicants the opportunity for study at progressive levels: Graduate Certificate in Information Technology and Graduate Diploma in Information Technology leading to the Master of Information Technology, or the Master of Information Technology (Extended), or the Master of Information Systems, or the Master of Information Systems (Extended)
This program is designed for those who do not have a computing background and who are seeking a qualification in information technology.
Career Opportunities
Examples include technical positions in e-business, internet and networking specialists, specialized financial computer programs, software solution designers, and game programming.
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DURATION
1 Year Full-timeUp to 4 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)Full Fee
International
2011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
ISBT Sydney
ISBT-Sydney Semester 1, On CampusISBT-Sydney Semester 2, On Campus
ISBT-Sydney Summer, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC
For more information, click hereFormer or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | GradDipInfoTech | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Concurrent enrolment with the Bachelor of Science: After completion of two years of study (96 credit points) towards the degree of Bachelor of Science, students may enrol concurrently for the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology. The Graduate Diploma will not be awarded until the Bachelor degree has been completed. Articulation from the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology: On completion of the Graduate Certificate, students are able to articulate to the Graduate Diploma. All units counted towards the Graduate Certificate will count towards the Graduate Diploma. Articulation to the Master of Information Technology or the Master of Information Systems: On completion of the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, students are able to articulate to either the Master of Information Technology or the Master of Information Systems with 48 credit points of advanced standing. Articulation to the Master of Information Technology (Extended) or the Master of Information Systems (Extended): On completion of the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, students are able to articulate to either the Master of Information Technology or the Master of Information Systems with 24 credit points of advanced standing. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC For more information, click here
Former or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall: (a) hold a bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification; or (b) be enrolled for a bachelor degree in the University and be approved by the school as: (i) having sufficient prerequisite knowledge for concurrent candidature for the Graduate Diploma, and (ii) passed the equivalent of at least 96 credit points towards a bachelor degree; or (c) have satisfied the school by means of qualifications and related experience, that the equivalent standard of Rule (a) has been achieved. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course). The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by the University and approved for the course comprising: (a) 24 credit points for units completed towards an awarded Graduate Certificate in a relevant area offered by the University; or (b) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or (c) 12 credit points for units completed towards an awarded qualification from another University; or (d) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience. (e) Advanced standing will not be granted for COMP595. |
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) hold a bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification; or
(b) be enrolled for a bachelor degree in the University and be approved by the school as:
(i) having sufficient prerequisite knowledge for concurrent candidature for the Graduate Diploma, and
(ii) passed the equivalent of at least 96 credit points towards a bachelor degree; or
(c) have satisfied the school by means of qualifications and related experience, that the equivalent standard of Rule (a) has been achieved.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course).
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by the University and approved for the course comprising:
(a) 24 credit points for units completed towards an awarded Graduate Certificate in a relevant area offered by the University; or
(b) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or
(c) 12 credit points for units completed towards an awarded qualification from another University; or
(d) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience.
Advanced standing will not be granted for COMP595.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate;
(c) up to two years as a concurrent student in a bachelor degree.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points with at least 30 credit points at 400 level or above.
However, if the appropriate course coordinator decides that an applicant has insufficient background in the sciences fundamental to the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, the applicant shall also complete additional units up to a maximum of 36 credit points, as prescribed by the course coordinator. In this case the period of candidature shall be extended.
At the discretion of the course coordinator, the program of study may include the unit COMP595 and involves a project and a project report. The project topic must be approved in advance by the course coordinator on the recommendation of the head of the school. The project may take the form of a design, a management plan, a literature review, or a field or laboratory investigation. A student is not permitted to enrol in COMP595 until the appropriate course coordinator has approved a topic and one or more project supervisors. At least one such supervisor shall be a member of the school.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Listed Units | 48 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
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Award of Degree
A candidate who has successfully completed the unit COMP595 within the program of study will be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology at the level of Pass or Credit or Distinction or High Distinction.
A candidate who does not complete one of the unit COMP595 within the program of study will be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology at the level of Pass.
A candidate admitted in terms of Rule (b) shall not be eligible for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology until the Bachelor degree has been completed.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Computer Science on completion of 24 credit points.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.