Postgraduate Course

Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

Expand your knowledge and skills by completing a postgraduate degree in Information Technology to help take your career to the next level.

What type of student are you?

Murdoch code
G1086
Study mode
Part Time or Full Time
Duration
1
Selection rank
CRICOS code
0101258
First year fee (domestic)
$20,160
First year fee (international)
$34,320
Full course fee (domestic)
$20,160
Full course fee (international)
$34,320
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The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Overview

If you already have a bachelor’s degree or relevant qualification in IT, this course allows you to take your information technology skills and experience one step further.
 
You’ll learn specialised techniques in our IT Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge learning teaching and research facility fitted with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, operational data centre and high-performance computing capabilities.
 
As part of the course, you’ll complete an individual study project in an area of interest for you. This will let you put what you learn into practice and further your research and applied knowledge skills.
 

3 reasons to study Information Technology at Murdoch

  1. This course has been designed in collaboration with industry partners, so there’s an emphasis on solving complex and real-world Information Technology problems.
  2. You will learn from our teaching and research staff who are creative IT professionals and are highly active in generating policy and change within industry.
  3. If you’re a domestic student, you can complete this course on a full-time or part-time basis. This means you can study on your terms and add to your skill set while you’re still earning.

Develop your skills

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

  • Writing, data analysis and research skills
  • Technical and non-technical methods to explore professional practice, effective communication and project management
  • Specialised skills in knowledge management, data communications and business analysis
  • Creative-thinking and communication skills

Your future career

With a Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, you’ll be ready to progress or launch a variety of IT-related careers. Your career options could include roles such as:

  • Information Technology Manager
  • Technology Strategist
  • Information Systems Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • Programmer
  • Data Analyst and Scientist
  • Cyber Security and networking expert

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Total credit points: 24

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Course Core24 credit points
Required Units15 credit points
ICT508Information Technology Project Management3
ICT521IT Professional Practice3
ICT581Information Systems Principles and Practice3
ICT582Python Programming Principles and Practice3
ICT583Data Science Applications3
Specified Electives9 credit points
ICT501Business Analysis and Systems Development Approaches3
OR
ICT502Applied Information Security Management3
OR
ICT515Foundations of Data Science3
OR
ICT516IoT Technopreneurship3
OR
ICT535Scalable Network Design3
OR
ICT546Local Area Network Design and Implementation3
OR
ICT612Human Factors in Information Technology3
OR
ICT616Data Resources Management3
OR
ICT619Artificial Intelligence3
OR
ICT519Computer Security3
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Entry requirements

Recognised Bachelor's degree in IT (AQF Level 7); OR recognised non-IT Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7) plus an approved qualification in IT; OR recognised non-IT Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7) plus two years of relevant IT experience; OR recognised non-IT Honours degree (AQF Level 8) plus relevant IT experience. Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements and should be discussed with the Academic Chair.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Other Requirements

The course is available by on-campus attendance only.

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai  and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

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Fees and scholarships

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Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship.

Whether you’re a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

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How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

  • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
  • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements

Recommended documents (if applicable)

  1. Most recent Curriculum Vitae if applying using professional experience
  2. Change of name documentation
  3. Marriage certificate
  4. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

  1. Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
    • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
    • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
  2. GTE documents (if applicable) - Check the GTE requirements page for further information
    • GTE Form 2
    • Personal Statement (SOP)
    • Up to date Curriculum Vitae
  3. A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

  1. Most recent Curriculum Vitae if applying using professional experience
  2. A copy of your visa documents (if available)
  3. A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
  4. Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
  5. Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
  6. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
How to apply
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.