Graduate Diploma in Information Technology University of New England (UNE)

Information and computing technology affects all aspects of modern life and there is a worldwide shortage of ICT professionals. Its applications now include, not only commerce and science, but also health, education, engineering, transport, government, entertainment, sport, and social networking. It has become so complex that only well-educated professionals are capable of developing and applying ICT systems in modern organisations.

The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology is designed for those who do not have a computing background and who are seeking a qualification in information technology. Candidates who have a computing background who wish to update their information technology skills are also able to enrol for the Graduate Diploma. Study is available in areas such as web programming, software engineering, interaction design, computer networks, artificial intelligence and software project management.

Course Aims

The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology is designed for students with a Bachelor degree in an area other than computing and who wish to obtain qualifications in information technology. The aim of the course is to enable students to build competencies in a range of areas critical to information technology/computer science. The course will equip students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a range of information technology related career paths or articulate into further studies in the information technology/computer science area.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• demonstrate through their own study and practice, advanced knowledge of information technology;
• demonstrate through their own practice, specialist technical competencies in the laboratory and professional workplace related to information technology; and, advanced knowledge of theoretical concepts applicable to their information technology;
• conduct investigations to critically analyse and evaluate complex ideas, and apply established theories to identify solutions to complex problems relating to information technology;
• be effective communicators of technology by communicating technical knowledge and concepts, and transferring complex knowledge and technical ideas to a variety of audiences using a range of written and oral communication modes; and
• be responsible and accountable for their own learning and scientific work by demonstrating initiative and high level independent judgement in a range of functions in information technology; operating with a high level of personal autonomy and responsibility for all aspects of the work or function of others, and planning and executing independent research while complying with regulatory frameworks and practising professional ethics relevant to information technology.

Career Opportunities

Examples include technical positions in e-business, internet and networking specialists, specialised financial computer programs, software solution designers and game programming.