Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

Duration0.5 years full-time, 1 year part-time
Location
Online and
Next start termTerm 2, 2024
Study modeOn Campus, Online
Course codeCC28
First-year fee
$4,472 (Indicative) (CSP)
$12,216 (Indicative) (FFP)
This course offers Commonwealth Supported Places, meaning you may be eligible for significant fee savings.
Two people sitting at a computer on campus, talking and pointing towards screen

Overview

Whether you are looking to advance your management career or gain the technical skills to enter the field of IT, the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology is an ideal option to support your career goals. This highly practical course will equip you with current, industry-standard skills in programming, project management, and services management to build your capacity to manage future business challenges in any organisation. Learn from current IT practitioners and future-proof your career in the field of IT. 

The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology provides you with the opportunity to expand your professional knowledge and skills in information technology (IT).

By completing the course you will gain a broad understanding of IT applications in industry as well as specific skills in programming, information systems analysis and design and project management. These skills will equip and enable you to manage future business challenges and will enhance your employment opportunities.

Study experience

Career Opportunities

On completing the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology you will have increased your career advancement prospects and gained a competitive advantage over recent graduates. This course will allow you to pursue a career in a wide variety of roles including:

  • developer programmer
  • ICT customer support officer
  • ICT support technician
  • project support officer.

Structure & Availability

Course structure

The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology requires you to complete a total of four (4) units in areas such as project management concepts, information systems analysis and design, information communication technology and programming principles. You will gain a broad understanding of a range of areas within the field of information technology.

Unit information

For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.

Credit transfer information

If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

On-Campus Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2023Brisbane, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney
Term 2, 2023Brisbane, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney
Term 3, 2023Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney
Term 1, 2024Brisbane, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney
Term 2, 2024Brisbane, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney
Term 3, 2024Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney
Term 1, 2025Brisbane, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney
Term 2, 2025Brisbane, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney
Term 3, 2025Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney

Online Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2023Available Online
Term 2, 2023Available Online
Term 3, 2023Available Online
Term 1, 2024Available Online
Term 2, 2024Available Online
Term 3, 2024Available Online
Term 1, 2025Available Online
Term 2, 2025Available Online
Term 3, 2025Available Online

Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

To be eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

During your study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

$4,472
Indicative first-year CSP place
$12,216
Indicative first-year FFP place

The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one academic year depending on the type of place you are offered, for example, a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) or Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place. For a graduate certificate, this is usually four units studied full-time over one term or part-time over two terms. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. 

Understanding your fees.

Commonwealth Supported Places

With Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available for this course in 2024, you may be eligible for significant fee savings, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.

If you are not eligible for a CSP or if CSPs are full, you will be required to pay full fees.

HECS-HELP Loan

You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees. 

Learn more about paying for university.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.

How to apply

How to apply

Check what you need to do to apply to study this course. 

Your application options

Extra admission information

Learn about the assessment of applications and everything you need to know about receiving and accepting an offer to study with CQU.

Start your application

Use the Apply button below to access our Apply Online portal and start your application.