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Computing - 7543

Program Summary

   
   
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Typical Duration: 0.5 Years
 
 
Typical UOC Per Session: 24
 
 
Min UOC Per Session: 
 
 
Max UOC Per Session: 
 
 
Min UOC For Award: 24
 
  

Program Description

The Graduate Certificate in Computing is designed for students with no prior computing background, or those who are not eligible for direct entry to the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology program.

Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes

The aim of this program is to provide students with a broad-based IT education, and more specialised knowledge in up to two areas, enabling them to work in a range of positions in the IT industry.

It is similar in scope to CSE's undergraduate BE (Computer Engineering) program, while still allowing for a variable mix between breadth and depth amongst sub-fields.

Program Structure

Students are required to complete 4 courses of postgraduate level from COMP and BINF

Entry Requirements
At least a three year undergraduate degree equivalent to a standard Australian bachelor degree in science or engineering; OR
Up to five years work experience in the area of science or engineering.

Completion Options
After successful completion of four courses students have two options:
  • Graduate from the Graduate Certificate; OR
  • Apply to articulate to the Graduate Diploma program with credit for the four completed courses.
Articulation
Students can apply to articulate from the Graduate Certificate in Computing program to the Graduate Diploma program (5543) provided they have failed no courses. Full credit may be granted.

Students should pay careful attention when selecting their courses to ensure that they align with the program for the major of their preference.

Academic Rules

Students are advised to consult:
Academic Standing Rules - Postgraduate Students

Please contact the School of CSE for advice or clarification of the Academic Rules relating to this program.

Fees

For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html

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