Systems Designer

The role of a Systems Designer involves analysing and designing systems that meet specific business needs while ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. Key duties include gathering requirements from stakeholders, creating detailed system specifications, and developing architectural models to guide implementation.

Additionally, Systems Designers collaborate with software developers and project managers to ensure that the systems are integrated seamlessly and function as intended, all while maintaining a focus on usability and performance optimisation.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $130,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a systems designer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology

On Campus, Online
18 months
$0 - $8,940
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $148,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Information Systems)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $28,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 18 months
$0 - $54,985
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
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