GraduateComputer Science
Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
CQUniversity Australia, Multi-campus, QLD + national, Australia
About this program
CQUniversity's Graduate Diploma of Information Technology (CC46, per CQU's own handbook) provides broad professional IT knowledge across programming, cyber security, database development and information systems analysis, plus in-depth study in a chosen IT discipline such as software development, network security, mobile applications, business analysis, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things or project management. It is a direct pathway into CQU's Master of Information Technology or Master of Information Systems, with a recommended discipline-unit choice depending on the intended masters and major. Graduates target roles such as ICT Support Technician, Database Administrator, Web Developer, Developer Programmer, or Network Administrator.
Fees & duration
English test scores
Verified handbook.cqu.edu.au ↗
Course structure
- 7 units (42 credits): 6 compulsory units across Year 1 (Introduction to Programming, Cyber Security and Networking, Information Systems Analysis and Design, Professional Skills and Ethics in ICT, Database Design and Development, Project Management Concepts) plus 1 discipline unit chosen to align with a later Master of IT/IS major
- and 1 further elective
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Software EngineerANZSCO 261313
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Needs an ACS skills assessment, which usually wants the degree plus one to two years of relevant work, or a Professional Year in ICT in place of some of that experience.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Developer ProgrammerANZSCO 261312
On MLTSSL, so it supports the 189, 190, and 491. Assessed by the ACS on the same basis as Software Engineer. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
ICT Business AnalystANZSCO 261111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Common landing occupation for IT and business-analytics graduates.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Computer Network and Systems EngineerANZSCO 263111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Bachelor degree (or higher equivalent qualification); or an AQF Diploma with a minimum of 2 years' relevant ICT employment experience; or a minimum of 5 years' relevant ICT employment experience (evidenced by a formal letter of employment).
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