Graduate Certificate in Computer Science
Get tech savvy
Computer science is central to developments across almost every industry. Computer science and IT expertise is a huge asset in the changing landscapes of the modern world.
What will you do?
This six-month program is suited to students with limited prior experience in computer science. You will:
- learn to navigate computer software and hardware
- practise algorithm programming
- gain advanced problem-solving skills
- apply your learning to complex computing challenges.
JAVA and C + + are the primary programming languages used in this program. If you’re unfamiliar with object-oriented programming and computer organisation, enrol in Foundations of Computer Science in your first semester of study. Please note that if you are required to take Foundations of Computer Science you will need to study this program part-time which will affect the duration of your program.
Where could it take you?
You’ll graduate prepared to pursue computer science roles in all sorts of industries—from entertainment and networking to science, software engineering and defence. The graduate certificate also acts as an exit point if you’re not interested in completing the full graduate diploma or master degree.
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Entry Requirements
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3GC123, 3GC017 |
|---|---|
| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelors degree in a field other than Computer Science with a minimum GPA of 4.5. |
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Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Commonwealth-supported place: $9,315
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Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
Successful domestic applicants to the Graduate Certificate in Computer Science will have access to a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places, meaning a reduction of up to 80% off the course fees due to government subsidies. Offer subject to change.
To apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place, please include SATAC code 3GC123 on your SATAC application.
Scholarships
Scholarships are not only for high achievers—they are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.
Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.
To browse scholarships offered by the University, visit: University Scholarships
To explore scholarships offered by organisations external to the University, visit: External Scholarships
Careers
Career Readiness
While the graduate certificate alone may not be a sufficient qualification for a career specifically focused on information technology, it will provide a solid grounding in the application of information technology in other disciplines and industry.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Internet - Web Programmer; Software Engineer; Computer Programmer; Systems Support; Database Coordinator; Multimedia / Web Designer; IT Manager; Scientist; Systems Programmer; Information and Communications Technologist ...
Degree Structure
Students unfamiliar with object oriented programming and a basic knowledge of computer organisation should enrol in Foundations of Computer Science and Algorithm and Data Structure Analysis in their first semester of study.
Please note: SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies is assumed knowledge.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Computer Science, the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 12 units including, comprising:
Electives to the value of 12 units.
All courses are worth 3 units unless stated otherwise.
| Foundation Electives |
COMP SCI 7081 Computer Systems COMP SCI 7088 Systems Programming COMP SCI 7201 Algorithm & Data Structure Analysis COMP SCI 7207 Web and Database Computing COMP SCI 7210 Foundations of Computer Science A COMP SCI 7211 Foundations of Computer Science B |
| General Electives |
COMP SCI 7015 Software Engineering & Project COMP SCI 7039 Computer Networks & Applications COMP SCI 7059 Artificial Intelligence COMP SCI 7064 Operating Systems COMP SCI 7076 Distributed Systems COMP SCI 7305 Parallel and Distributed Computing COMP SCI 7306 Mining Big Data COMP SCI 7307 Secure Programming COMP SCI 7308 Cybersecurity Fundamentals COMP SCI 7314 Introduction to Statistical Machine Learning COMP SCI 7315 Computer Vision COMP SCI 7316 Evolutionary Computation COMP SCI 7411 Event Driven Computing |
| Advanced Electives |
COMP SCI 7000 Software Architecture COMP SCI 7007 Specialised Programming COMP SCI 7023 Software Process Improvement COMP SCI 7092 Mobile and Wireless Systems COMP SCI 7407 Advanced Algorithms COMP SCI 7408 Modelling and Analysis of Complex Systems PG COMP SCI 7409 Search Based Software Engineering COMP SCI 7411 Event Driven Computing COMP SCI 7412 Secure Software Engineering COMP SCI 7413 Introduction to Quantum Computing COMP SCI 7416 Applied Machine Learning COMP SCI 7417 Applied Natural Language Processing |
Related Degrees
Further Study
- Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Graduate Diploma in Computer Science
- Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security
- Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security - Online
- Graduate Diploma in Data Science
- Graduate Diploma in Data Science (Applied) - Online
- Master of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Master of Computer Science
- Master of Cyber Security
- Master of Cyber Security - Online
- Master of Data Science
- Master of Data Science (Applied) - Online
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Last updated: Thursday, 12 Sep 2024
