Queensland University of Technology

Graduate Certificate in Computer Science

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Graduate Certificate in Computer Science is designed as a generalist course, allowing you the flexibility to choose specialist units from a variety of complementary areas including networking, cyber security, software development and data science. The aim of this course is to create more well-rounded IT professionals, by allowing them to learn more about a variety of hot topics that are complementary to one another rather than being tied to one specific domain.

Delivery mode

Queensland University of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 2 George St, Brisbane City

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

You must have one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in information technology or related discipline; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline followed by at least three years full-time (or equivalent) professional experience in an information technology related field; or
  • A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in information technology or related discipline followed by at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in an information technology related field
  • At least five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in an information technology field.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $4,500 $19,300 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$4,500
Standard Tuition:
$19,300
Full Fee Tuition:
$4,500
Full Fee Tuition:
$19,300
Enquire with Queensland University of Technology to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $4,500 $19,300 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Computer Science will prepare you for the following roles.

Cyber Security Analyst

A Cyber Security Analyst protects an organisation's systems and data from cyber threats. You may work in various sectors, focusing on monitoring ne...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Data Analyst

A Data Analyst interprets information and uses it to improve the way a company does business. You’ll use various methods to collect information and...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

IT Consultant

An IT Consultant provide assistance to organisations during the installation of new information technology software and systems. You might offer ad...

Avg yearly income $110,864
Entry barriers Low

Software Developer

Software Developers create computer programs and apps, usually collaborating with large project teams of corporate clients, other developers, and i...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts evaluate and support an organisation’s IT network and computer infrastructure to ensure the system is efficient and meeting organi...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Computer Scientist

A Computer Scientist designs, develops, and maintains software and systems to solve complex problems and improve technology. You might work in a va...

Avg yearly income $86,736
Entry barriers Low

About Queensland University of Technology

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is an ambitious institution, with a growing research output focused on technology and innovation. QUT ranks in the world’s top 200 universities.

Our strategic plan establishes QUT as 'the university for the real world' and charts our provision of transformative education and research that is relevant to our communities.

With more than 50,000 students across two inner-city campuses in Brisbane, QUT offers academic programs in fields spanning business, creative industries, education, engineering, health, law, science, and social justice across five faculties.