The University of Melbourne
Graduate Diploma in Computer Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Diploma in Computer Science provides students with any undergraduate degree and some programming/maths experience with the equivalent of a major in Computer Science.
The course will augment students’ existing knowledge with considerable technical expertise in computer science, including exposure to a variety of programming paradigms, an understanding of the systematic processes underpinning the software development lifecycle, and an appreciation of advanced topics in computing.
The course provides a pathway to the Master of Computer Science for high achieving students.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Grattan Street, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
An undergraduate degree in any discipline with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%), or equivalent with:
- at least 25 points of level 1 or above Computer Science subjects, or equivalent
- at least 25 points of level 1 or above mathematics or statistics subjects, or equivalent.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Computer Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Data Scientist
A Data Scientist looks for trends in data to provide information that guides organisational decisions. You might work for a retail business to prov...
IT Consultant
An IT Consultant provide assistance to organisations during the installation of new information technology software and systems. You might offer ad...
Programmer
Programmers are the people who write the code behind your favourite computer software and smartphone apps. They write and modify programming code a...
Software Developer
Software Developers create computer programs and apps, usually collaborating with large project teams of corporate clients, other developers, and i...
Software Engineer
A Software Engineer designs information technology systems for a range of industries. You might create new software systems or make changes to exis...
Systems Analyst
Systems Analysts evaluate and support an organisation’s IT network and computer infrastructure to ensure the system is efficient and meeting organi...
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