Bachelor degree or equivalent (from a field other than Computer Science or Computer Engineering) with a minimum GPA of 4.5.
English Language Requirements
IELTS: Overall 6.5 (Reading 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6, Writing 6); TOEFL: Internet-based: Total score of 79 with a minimum of 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking and 13 in Reading and Listening; TOEFL Paper-based: Total score of 577 with a minimum of 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE); Pearsons: Overall 58 (Reading 50, Listening 50, Speaking 50, Writing 50); Cambridge: Overall 176 (Reading 169, Listening 169, Speaking 169, Writing 169).
Computer science is central to developments across almost every industry and expertise in this area is a huge asset in the changing landscapes of the modern world.
What will you do?
This one-year program is suited to students with little prior experience in computer science. You will:
learn to design and construct large software systems
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 and Algorithm and Data Structure Analysis in your first semester of study.
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 diploma can also act as an exit point for students who do not wish to complete the full master program.
Career Readiness
Graduates may find employment opportunities in academia, commercial and government sectors, defence, entertainment, computer science and information technology industries.
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
Critical thinking and problem solving
Teamwork and communication skills
Career and leadership readiness
Intercultural and ethical competency
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Potential careers
Computer Scientist, IT Manager, Scientist, Systems Programmer, Information and Communications Technologist
Degree Structure
The graduate diploma typically consists of 24 units of material selected from the Level 2 and Level 3 courses, or 12 units if the candidate has already completed the graduate certificate. The course Software Engineering and Project is compulsory for graduate diploma students.
Level of Study Graduate Diploma
Duration 1 year
CRICOS Course Code 001331F
English Requirements IELTS Score UG 6.5
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