GraduateInformation Technology
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology is a one-year postgraduate program at UQ's St Lucia campus for graduates who have not previously studied IT, or who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, and want specialist IT knowledge. Students complete eight courses covering a comprehensive range of IT concepts and techniques, focusing on computer-based information systems and database technologies. It can lead into the Master of Information Technology. Graduates move into IT, systems and database roles across industry and government.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- UQ calls subjects "courses" within this program. A sample of what you will study includes: Introduction to Software Engineering
- Design Computing Studio 1 - Interactive Technology
- Introduction to Information Systems
- Relational Database Systems. The exact course list and any core versus elective structure depends on the specialisation and study plan you choose
- and is confirmed in the program's official course list at enrolment
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
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)
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)
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)
Database AdministratorANZSCO 262111
On STSOL and CSOL, which supports the 190 and 491 (not the 189 on its own) plus the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AdministratorANZSCO 262113
On STSOL, supporting the 190 and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 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
That you work (or worked) within the specified organisation The nature of your work, detailing any relevant duties and responsibilities to the entry criteria above The length of time you were in your role/s (i.e demonstrating minimum length for entry) and whether this was full-time, part-time, or casual Any further bespoke conditions listed by the entry criteria Letters will typically be expected to be presented on company letterhead and signed by a manager or HR representative. A CV or resume is not a sufficient document on its own, and must be accompanied by a supporting letter as described above. All applications based on work experience are subject to an individual assessment. Entry into a program through work experience does not necessarily provide a pathway into further study in a Masters.
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