The University of Queensland

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Broaden your career opportunities or change direction with a postgraduate qualification in Information Technology.

If you want to master the basics of IT, the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology is designed for graduates who haven't previously studied the subject. In this half year program, you'll learn core IT concepts and techniques, with a strong focus on computer-based information systems and database technologies.

You'll complete four courses from a huge range of options, which cover topics from an introductory to an advanced level, including software systems, database systems, information security, and user-centred design.

You'll also benefit from our flexible program. The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology offers such a large number of elective courses that you can tailor your studies to suit your interests, your industry or your career goals.

On completion, you can choose to progress to the Graduate Diploma or Master of Information Technology. Because courses in the graduate certificate are taken from the Master's course list, you can transfer study credits to the higher-level programs.

Delivery mode

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

On campus

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


Locations
  • 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a field other than information technology, computer science, software/computer engineering, interaction design or multimedia design, or
  • to have completed post-secondary studies in a field other than information technology, computer science, software/computer engineering, interaction design or multimedia design, and 2 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below). Applications based on post-secondary study and/or work experience will be individually assessed.

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

Your bachelor's degree must not contain more than 5 information technology or computer science discipline related courses.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $4,474 $25,600 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $4,474 $25,600

Career opportunities

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

About The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.

Our core purpose is to deliver for the public good through excellence in education, research and engagement with our communities and partners: local, national and global.

At UQ, we offer rich and varied educational experiences that are designed to foster a sense of belonging, while equipping our students to be leaders within their field with the agility to thrive in a global environment.