University of Technology Sydney

C11247v2 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies

Award(s): Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies (GradCertITStud)
CRICOS code: 084252G
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 24
Course EFTSL: 0.5
Location: City campus

Overview
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Inherent requirements
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Articulation with UTS courses
Other information

Overview

This course enables those with a non-IT or related degree to undertake an introductory sequence of subjects to upskill or study subjects in an area not covered in their previous studies.

This course allows non-IT professionals to update their knowledge and skills in areas of IT to assist in career development.

Career options

Career options include database developer, junior programmer/analyst or business analyst.

Course intended learning outcomes

A.1 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies graduates critically reflect on ethical principles of stakeholder engagement to work effectively with and for Indigenous Australians across the IT profession.
B.1 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies graduates engage with immediate stakeholders using a range of contemporary IT practices to sustainably solve technological problems.
C.1 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies graduates relate design thinking and decision-making methodologies to develop solutions within existing structured IT systems.
D.1 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies graduates relate disciplinary concepts and theories in Information Technology to review the impacts of IT/IS solutions within structured operating environments.
E.1 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies graduates communicate using disciplinary conventions, collaborate across a range of diverse projects and teams to deliver project outcomes.
F.1 Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies graduates are reflective, to ensure improvements meet contemporary technological skillsets.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Completed Australian master’s or doctoral degree, or overseas equivalent

OR

  • Completed Australian bachelor's degree, graduate certificate or graduate diploma, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included)

OR

  • Completed academic qualifications which demonstrate knowledge and skills sufficient to undertake postgraduate study in Information Technology, such as an AQF6 qualification, or overseas equivalent, AND A minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Information Technology Studies

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

  • Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
    • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
    • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
    • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
    • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
    • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

For applicants who need to demonstrate interest in the course:

  • Personal statement outlining:
    • capacity for postgraduate tertiary study
    • previous paid or unpaid work and/or life experiences that are relevant to the proposed course of study
    • demonstrated knowledge and/or interest in the proposed course of study
    • demonstrated awareness of expectations of the proposed course of study and its appropriateness to the applicant's needs
    • demonstrated commitment to study
    • other relevant experiences or information to support the application (e.g. evidence of any impact of disadvantages or inequity, experiences)

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.

Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.

UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.

For course specific information see the Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.

Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of prior learning is not available for this course.

The substitution of core subjects with an alternative/advanced postgraduate subject in a similar field of study may be granted.

Course duration and attendance

The course is offered on a one-session, full-time or one-year, part-time basis.

Course structure

This course comprises 24 credit points of study of foundation subjects including database, information systems, networking and software development.

Course completion requirements

32557 Enabling Enterprise Information Systems 6cp
32555 Fundamentals of Software Development 6cp
32606 Database 6cp
32524 LANS and Routing 6cp
Total 24cp

Articulation with UTS courses

This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Studies, and the Master of Information Technology (C04295).

Other information

Further information is available from:

UTS Student Centre
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887) or +61 2 9514 1222
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