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Graduate Diploma in Computer Science
Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Diploma in Computer Science at Flinders University is a one-year full-time program for graduates from outside computer science who want to build the frameworks and practical training that underpin information technology. Students study core computer science and can continue into the Master of Computer Science, including a specialisation in artificial intelligence. Graduates work as software developers, systems engineers and in related technical roles. Indicative international tuition is around 35,500 Australian dollars per year. The course holds CRICOS registration 105122F.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Data Engineering
- Advanced Professional Skills
- Systems Software
- Cloud and Distributed Computing
- Project Management
- Computer Mathematics
- Requirements Analysis and System Design
- and Data Structures and Algorithms. The course articulates into the 72-unit Master of Computer Science
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)
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
Applicants must normally hold a degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution in computer science, information technology, ICT-based engineering, or a closely related discipline. Assumed knowledge: at least second-year undergraduate study in computer science. The Dean (Education) may also admit other applicants who can show evidence of fitness for candidature.
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