Information Technology
Postgraduate Coursework in Information Technology (Computing)
(Mid-year entry
application closing date: 25th July 2008)
- Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (Computing)
- Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Computing)
- Master of Information Technology (Computing)
Information technology is now relevant and integral to almost every workplace
situation. Techies may run the programming side of things, but those who work
with them need to have a deep understanding of them, and collaborate with them
for the sake of their organisation. Those who apply technology in research need
the knowledge to choose and manage appropriate tools for their work. If you fit
into these scenarios, then these postgraduate courses maybe just right for you.
| Fast Facts |
| Course Level: |
Postgraduate |
|
| Course Length: |
Graduate Certificate - 6 months full-time or part-time equivalent (18 units)
Graduate Diploma - 1 year full time or part-time equivalent (36 units)
Master - 2 years full time or part-time equivalent (72 units) |
| Location: |
Taught on-campus at Flinders |
| Available To: |
Australian (Commonwealth Supported) and international students |
| Entry Requirements: |
Applicants must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification
from an approved tertiary institution. |
| Course Program Details: |
A program of study is available for the
Graduate
Certificate,
Graduate
Diploma and
Master in
Information Technology (Computing) in the University's Course Information Handbook |
About the Course
Why Study Information Technology
(Computing)?
These
information technology courses are enablers towards many different destinations.
If your work discipline requires intimate collaboration with and knowledge of IT
you will find just what you need right here. Previous students in this course
have bachelors degrees in nursing, English, biology, social sciences and many
others.
The nursing
co-ordinator who runs the hospital schedule, the immigration official who
manages the entry database, the biologist who relies on complex statistical
packages, the operations manager of a consultant engineering firm - they are but
a few examples of those who need to make their computing system work for them,
not against them.
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What Will I Study?
The Graduate Certificate in
Information Technology (Computing)
aims to provide graduates from other disciplines with an introductory level of
education in core IT knowledge and skills. The Graduate Diploma takes that a
step further to provide those graduates with a body of core knowledge and skills
in IT. The Masters aims
to extend the core knowledge and skills to an advanced level. When you graduate
you will:
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be able to design, implement and manage
network-based information systems
-
understand the strategic role that
IT plays within the collective operation of your organisation
-
be able to play a leading role in
facilitating your organisation’s mission through appropriate
organisation-wide IT
-
be able to lead projects in the
audit, design, development and proactive maintenance of your organisation's
IT systems and services
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have developed technical skills in
analysis, design and implementation of IT with a particular focus on
organisation-wide and web-based systems
-
understand the issues and
practices relating to the management, quality assurance and strategic
planning of such systems
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have demonstrated professional
skills in information gathering, teamwork, project and task management and
communication.
The level of
competence in each area will depend on the award completed.
The courses articulate and the
sequentially developed topics allow progression through the three awards.
Candidates who have completed the Graduate Certificate are awarded credit towards the
Graduate Diploma. Candidates who have completed the graduate diploma are awarded
credit towards the Masters.
If you move on
to the Masters degree you will find a course customised to your needs. For each
student we try to find the optimal pathway. We use your background and
aspirations to tailor a program that will bring out the skills most useful for
you. For that reason, we encourage international students to bring ideas for
Masters projects from their own country. It is just as likely that a Masters
project will help you look at where you want to go in your career.
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How can I use Information
Technology (Computing) in my
career?
Think of any
career path and you’ll find an IT influence. The manager with IT fluency is the
manager with the capacity to make the IT systems work to the business’s
advantage. The Masters graduate will be able to contribute professionally to the
management of an organisation’s IT infrastructure. These are courses for
professionals who work with IT at a high level rather than courses for IT
professionals.
The courses are
designed to serve the future of the students who complete them. Skills in many
IT areas are in short supply and these courses open many doors to many
possibilities. Long-standing graduates in computing may choose the Diploma or
Masters as a means of upgrading and extending their knowledge and skills in an
area that has dramatically changed in recent years. If you have a lot of
interaction with IT in your work and just want to communicate better with IT
people, the Certificate course might change your working life (for the better of
course).
The Masters in
IT is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
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Why come to Flinders
University in Adelaide?
The postgraduate courses in IT are small, intimate and focused on
the needs and the future of each individual student. We like to concentrate on
quality and personal attention to your needs – and watch you thrive.
The Science and
Engineering Faculty is very experienced in dealing with part-time students and
provides a support base that caters to the onerous demands of working while
studying part time. Full-time students also benefit from our approach. Computer
facilities are available remotely and are strongly backed by a 24/7 help desk.
Lectures are recorded and streamed for students to use at their convenience.
Surveys have ranked Flinders University highly among
Australian universities for student satisfaction, teaching quality, teaching and
research links, employer satisfaction with students and research spending and
publication rate. The student population is about 15,600, with international
students making up about 12%. The campus boasts halls of residence and
off-campus, affordable accommodation is available nearby. Regular and frequent
public transport services the campus on several routes.
Adelaide, capital of the state of South Australia, is an
affordable city of about 1 million people. It has the lowest cost of living of
all major Australian cities. The state government has a focus on IT and is
developing, in collaboration with private enterprise, a vibrant, innovative
culture that looks forward to a bright future in the 21st century and beyond.
The emphasis is on quality of life in a sustainable environment.
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Entry requirements
All Applicants
Applicants must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification
from an approved tertiary institution.
Australian Students
Australian students should contact:
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel: (08) 8201 2515 or 1800 803 131 (freecall within Australia)
Fax: (08) 8201 3399
Email: soak.up.science@flinders.edu.au
International Students
CRICOS Provider Code: 00114A
See the Why choose Flinders section for the following information about this and other Flinders courses:
- Tuition fees
- Course entry requirements
- English language requirements
- Australian visa and health cover requirements
For further information about studying in Australia:
The
International Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (+ 618) 8201 2727
Fax (+ 618) 8201 3177
Ask Flinders - International enquiry form
Apply Now!
If you've read enough and want to apply for entry into this course then:
International Students:
Australian Students:
Three easy steps:
- Visit the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC) website
- Link via the GradStart button. Click on 'Want to Apply?' to begin your
application
- Submit your application. You will be sent a confirmation e-mail
You can apply for admission at any time during the year and GradStart
applications are free.
If you receive any correspondence from SATAC requesting further information you
will need to supply what is requested. Your application cannot be processed
until all requested information is received. Note: you must be a citizen or
permanent resident of Australia to apply through GradStart.
Credit Transfer
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (or other qualifications deemed equivalent) receive credit when progressing to the Graduate Diploma or Masters.
An Application for Credit form and relevant policies are available on the web.
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Course Fees
In 2008 these courses have been approved to have Commonwealth Supported (CS)
places.
These courses are also offered on a fee-paying basis. See the appropriate fee schedule for
Australian students and International Students. Contact
the relevant faculty office for further information.
Australian citizens, and those holding an Australian permanent humanitarian visa who meet eligibility criteria, are eligible to defer their fees through the Higher Education Loan Program (FEE-HELP). Contact Student Finance Services on (08) 8201 3143 for details.
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Further Information
Flinders Web Resources
The following are additional links within the University of Flinders website where you will find information on costs, financial assistance, and other courses offered by the University.
Contact Us
If you would like to find out more about this course, or any of our other courses, please contact us:
Admissions Office
Science & Engineering
Course Co-ordinator
| Name: | Mr
Neville Williams |
| Phone: | +61 8
8201 3749 |
| Email: |
neville.williams@flinders.edu.au |
Last reviewed Nov 2006.
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