Graduate Certificate of Information Technology

Highlights about course

Program Level

graduate

Duration

1 Year

Tuition Fees

RM32,640

Intake

February, July

The Graduate Certificate of Information Technology course is concerned with the development of theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to the design, construction, operation, support and maintenance of information technology (IT) solutions.

This course will provide students with a sample of entry-level skills which introduce techniques used in the design and construction of IT solutions. Students will gain skills and become capable of working with some information technology solutions at an entry level.

This course provides graduates with knowledge and skills allowing them to undertake semi-professional work in field of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), and as a pathway for further learning.

Course details

Course structure and duration

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Information Technology students must complete 100 credit points comprising:

  • Four core units (50 credit points)
  • One (1) specialisation (50 credit points) consisting of:
    • Two (2) core units (25 credit points)
    • Two (2) technology projects (25 credit points)

The duration of study is 1 year full-time. Students will undergo two long semesters of 9 weeks and two short semesters of 6 weeks. Each unit of study has a minimum 6 hours of class contact time per week or its equivalence.

Course learning outcome

On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a coherent understanding of the fundamental aspects of ICT solutions including appropriate project management skills
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate a range of potential solutions to problems by reflecting on associated trade-offs, work with stakeholders to propose appropriate solutions, communicate effectively the underlying value, and implement ICT solutions to achieve desired stakeholder expectations
  • Demonstrate creativity and flexibility in the application of knowledge and skills to new situations, to solve complex problems, to respond to ethical organisational and IT issues and dilemmas, and to think rigorously and independently
  • Demonstrate the professional application of a range of appropriate tools, techniques, and methods relevant to facilitate construction of information technology systems

Units of study

To be eligible for the award of Graduate Certificate of Information Technology, students must complete 8 units of study (worth 12.5 credit points each), equivalent to 100 credit points.

Core units

Complete all 4 units (50 credit points):

  • COS60004 Creating Web Applications
  • COS60009 Data Management for the Big Data Age
  • COS70004 User-Centred Design
  • COS80001 Cloud Computing Architecture

Specialisation

Complete 4 units (50 credit points) from one of the following specialisations:

Data Science

  • COS60008 Introduction to Data Science
  • COS60010 Technology Enquiry Project
  • COS60011 Technology Design Project
  • COS80025 Data Visualisation

Cybersecurity

  • ICT60001 Operating System Management
  • COS60010 Technology Enquiry Project
  • COS60011 Technology Design Project
  • COS80013 Internet Security

*Outcome units – matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units

Fees & scholarships

Fee*

Malaysian students
RM27,200 (total)
International students
RM32,640 (total)

 

* Fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

Scholarships

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Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

  • A recognized Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75, or
  • A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment process, or
  • A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and a minimum of 5 years working experience in a relevant field may be accepted.

English Requirements

  • IELTS 6.5 (no individual band below 6.0)
  • TOEFL (Internet based) of 79 (Reading no less than 18; Writing no less than 20)

Application process

Apply for this course by following the step-by-step process from the links below.

  • Learn more on the application process

Career opportunities

Graduates will have the knowledge and skills that allows them to undertake professional work at an advanced level in the field of Information and Technologies (ICT). Graduates who specialised in Cybersecurity will develop the skills and knowledge required to identify, demonstrate, diagnose, and fix flaws and threats in software systems. They will learn about system security, penetration testing, incident response, security management, reverse engineering, and ethical hacking. They will be equipped to seek employment in the following areas:

  • Cybersecurity Analyst, Security Systems Manager, Cryptographer, Consultant/Advisor, Cybersecurity Coordinator/ Operations/Project Manager, Security System Developer, Security Solution Sales, Network/Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect, Security Solutions Sales

Graduates who specialised in Data Science will learn how to gain meaningful insight from data obtained from business, government, scientific and other sources. Expand the knowledge and understanding of computer science and data analytics, develop skills in state-of-the-art techniques and contemporary tools covering the entire data management lifecycle. They will be equipped to seek employment in the following areas:

 

  • Data Science Developer, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Data/Statistical Analyst, Data Modeller/Architect, Machine Learning Engineer, Big Data Engineer

 

Graduates can also pathway into research and further learning.

About University

Swinburne University of Technology Malaysia

Malaysia

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