Graduate Diploma of Information Technology

The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology (GDIT)  is a foundational pathway for students seeking to strengthen their IT skills or transition into the field. It covers key areas such as systems analysis, software development, and data processing, ensuring graduates acquire essential competencies to meet industry demands. The GDIT can also serve as a stepping stone towards the MIT program, providing credit and seamless progression for further academic advancement.

Graduates of the Master of Information Technology (MIT) and Graduate Diploma of Information Technology (GDIT) programs emerge as forward thinking IT professionals, ready to lead technological innovation, manage complex IT projects, and contribute to the digital transformation of organisations across industries. Both courses emphasise practical learning, integrating real-world case studies, collaborative projects, and exposure to current industry challenges. With flexible study options, including face-to-face delivery and full-time enrollment, these programs cater to diverse learner needs and professional goals.

 

CRICOS CODE 117375H

Graduate Diploma of Information Technology

 

Course Overview

The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology (GDIT)  is a foundational pathway for students seeking to strengthen their IT skills or transition into the field. It covers key areas such as systems analysis, software development, and data processing, ensuring graduates acquire essential competencies to meet industry demands. The GDIT can also serve as a stepping stone towards the MIT program, providing credit and seamless progression for further academic advancement.

Duration

Domestic students  – 1 year ( 2 study-periods full time) 
International Students  – 1 year  (Full Time) 

Study Mood

Face to face

Course Fee

$26,400 Total Course Fee  |   $13,200/Semester  |   $3,300/Unit 

Entry Requirement

Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution (equivalent to AQF7)

OR Graduate Diploma (equivalent to AQF8). 

OR any Tertiary qualification (Equivalent to AQF5 or AQF6) with five years of relevant work experience in a management or supervisory role.

English Proficiency

IELTS: Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6, with a minimum of score of 6 in Writing and Speaking; 

and a minimum of 5.5 in Listening and Reading or equivalent.

Course Structure

Graduate Diploma in Information Technology consists of 8 Core Units,

(80 credit points total).

BYOD (Bring your own devise)

All students are required to have a laptop with the following minimum specifications:
– Intel Core i5 (10th Generation or later) / AMD Ryzen 5 (4000 Series or later), 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD
and Intel UHD Graphics 620 or AMD Radeon Vega 8
– Windows 10 (64-bit) , 2 USB ports, HDMI/Display Port, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Intakes

March, July, November

Delivery Location

Level 4, 303 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the GDIT will gain the technical skills to perform the following roles:

– Technical Support Officer

– Systems Analyst

– Software Developer

– Help desk manager

– Database support

– Tester

– Integration developer 

Core/Elective/Specialist/Capstone 
No. Core/Ele/Spl/Cap Code Unit Name
1 Core MIT402 User Requirements and Database Concepts
2 Core MIS400 Business Information Systems
3 Core MIT406 Systems Development
4 Core MIT400 Programming Fundamentals 
5 Core MIT502 IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity & Systems Integration
6 Core MIT508 Software Engineering and Systems Modelling
7 Core MIT504 Web applications
8 Core MIS502 Systems Analysis and Design

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