Murdoch University

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

This course is designed for graduates from an IT-related discipline. You’ll learn new applied skills that increase your knowledge of IT and you’ll benefit from an emphasis on professional practice, effective communication, and project management using technical and non-technical means.

You can also select a unit on knowledge management, wireless data communication or data science, depending on your area of focus or interest.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may continue for a further semester and complete the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Management.

Delivery mode

Murdoch University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 90 South Street, Murdoch
  • Dixon Road, Rockingham
  • Education Drive, Mandurah

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Recognised Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7)Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements, and should be discussed with the Academic Chair.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

  • Recognised Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7)Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements, and should be discussed with the Academic Chair.

English Language Requirements

  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT):140 Written English
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS):Overall [6.0], No component lower than 6.0
  • Cambridge Advanced English (CAE):Overall [169], No component lower than 169
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE):Overall [50], No component lower than 50
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language – IBT (TOEFL IBT):Overall [73], No component lower than 18
  • Occupational English Test (OET):All components in the 250-290 range
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $8,940 - $15,420 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$8,940
Full Fee Tuition:
$15,420
Enquire with Murdoch University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $8,940 - $15,420 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology will prepare you for the following roles.

Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect coordinates the use of cloud services for a large business or organisation. You might be involved in planning and implementing cl...

Avg yearly income $171,600
Entry barriers Low

Enterprise Architect

An Enterprise Architect manages the information technology needs of an organisation or business. You’ll ensure IT systems, software programs and co...

Avg yearly income $195,000
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

IT Manager

IT Managers oversee an organisation’s IT department, managing IT staff, network security, and daily operations. As an IT Manager you’ll be analysin...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

IT Project Manager

IT Project Managers direct IT procurement and implementation projects including software and application development, hardware installations, cloud...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

Solutions Architect

A Solutions Architect designs information technology systems that address a particular issue for a large business or organisation. You might liaise...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

About Murdoch University

From our beginnings as the first Australian university to introduce a flexible admissions system, making education more accessible, to the global centre for learning, teaching, research and industry we are today, we have always kept sight of our purpose. Grounded by our principles and guided by our strategic plan, we remain a place of inclusive education.

With more than 25,000 students and 2,400 staff from 90 different countries, we are proud to be recognised for the impact that our graduates, research and innovations have made – both in Western Australia and around the world.

At Murdoch, we strive to lead the way in education and research that will have a positive impact on the world. This vision starts at the very top of the organisation and is found throughout our University.