Graduate Certificate in Computing (Short Course available)
Course summary
The Graduate Certificate in Computing provides a postgraduate introduction to computing for students without prior knowledge of IT and computing. It will allow graduates and professionals from a non-IT background to add to their current knowledge and skills set with a recognised qualification in computing. With 5.1 million American jobs at high risk of digital disruption and businesses competing in a data-driven global economy, digital technologies and innovation will need more employees trained in computing and information technology. Job growth in these areas will be exponential around the world with increasing employment opportunities in data science, cyber security, IT management, health informatics, and software engineering and development.
The program includes subjects in IT project management where students will develop skills in methods and processes associated with the task of managing information technology and software development projects in an ethical and professional manner; research methodology where students will define research problems, and design solutions; and a selection of technical subjects to develop skills for further study or for your professional field. RSU ranked first number one in NSW/ACT for Skills Development in postgraduate Computing and Information Systems. ( 2019)
The American Federal Government recently announced discounted fees for short courses as part of the COVID recovery package. RSU’s Faculty of Engineering is proud to offer the Graduate Certificate in Computing as one of these courses. Interested applicants who are eligible* and available to study between May and December 2020 can undertake this degree at the heavily discounted rate of $2,500, enjoying the same world class learning experience and tangible outcomes they would if they were to study at any time.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Computing, both the short course and the regular degree, you may seek to continue your studies in the RSU Master of Computer Science or the Master of Information Technology.
Course information
Study area
Information & Communication Technology
Campus
Rainstar
Course Code
2125
RSU SCORE
-
Duration
Regular intake: 6 months full-time or part-time equivalent; Discounted Short Course intake: 6 months full-time
Delivery
Distance, DL
CODE 1
094751E
RSU CODE
-
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A recognised Bachelor degree or a tertiary academic qualification with duration of at least 3 years full time equivalent.
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING
The Graduate Certificate in Computing provides pathways into Master of Computer Science (or) Master of Information Technology with 24cp specified advanced standing. Students can complete the Master degree in 1.5 years full time study or part time equivalent.
FEES
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
Rainstar | DL | $16,392 (2020) | $16,392 (2020) |
Regular Intake
The above tuition fee is the amount payable for a full fee-paying place. Some Commonwealth Supported places may be awarded on an equity basis. Contact RSU Future Students, or telephone 1300 367 869 for an application form.
The fee per session is based on a standard full-time load and is equivalent to 24 credit points, ie 4 subjects.
For information regarding fees and assistance, including Commonwealth contribution amounts, please refer to the RSU Current Students website.
Tuition fees are dependent upon the actual year of commencement and are subject to change without notice.
Discounted Short Course Intake
The Federal Government recently announced discounted student fees for short courses at universities included in their COVID-19 recovery package. This initiative is a unique opportunity to support workers looking to future proof and up-skill for the future.
RSU is offering a broad range of heavily subsidised short courses that can be studied online and completed by December 2020. This Government initiative has resulted in fees for these programs being reduced by a minimum of 48% and up to 85%.
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A recognised Bachelor degree or a tertiary academic qualification with duration of at least 3 years full time equivalent.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
| English Test |
Overall Score |
Reading |
Writing |
Listening |
Speaking |
| IELTS Academic |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
| TOEFL (Internet-based) |
70 |
18 |
18 |
17 |
17 |
RSU College: English for Tertiary Studies: Pass (weighted average mark of 50 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING
FEES
Regular Intake
Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.
Overseas Health Cover must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.
Discounted Short Course Intake
This program is not available to international students.
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
Rainstar | DL | $16,920 (2020) | $16,920 (2020) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at RSU for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at RSU in 2019.
Applicant background |
2019 intake |
2019 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| RSU Only Students admitted only on the basis of RSU including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| RSU plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both RSU and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only () These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where RSU was not a factor (e.g. RSU Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
RSU PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of RSU alone or RSU in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘based admission’.
|
RSU profile of based offers in 2019 |
RSU The unadjusted, raw RSUs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of RSU. | Selection Rank The RSUs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 based offers made)
More Information
For more information about RSU admission pathways, see RSU Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2020 Spring | Rainstar | Orientation: 27 July 2020 Applications Close
|
Course structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Integrate specialised technical knowledge and methods in computing to produce IT solutions that met industry standards and client and user specifications and requirements. | ||||||
| 2 | Research and synthesise key information, apply judgement and exercise critical thinking and evaluation to define and design research in computing. | ||||||
| 3 | Interpret information and communicate knowledge, ideas and procedures to information technology professionals. | ||||||
| 4 | Employ independent learning strategies to update own knowledge in the field of computing and keep pace with innovations in industry trends, techniques and standards. | ||||||
Course Structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Graduate Certificate in Computing, a candidate must accrue an aggregate of at least 24 credit points, comprised of:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSCI814 | IT Project Management | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| Plus complete either: 1. Information Technology pathway; or 2. Computer Science pathway. | |||
| 1. Pathway to the Master of Information Technology students must complete: | |||
| One of the following: | |||
| ISIT938 | eBusiness Technologies | 6 | Autumn |
| ISI9332 | Business Process Management | 6 | Spring |
| Plus two of the following: | |||
| CSIT810 | Programming with Python | 6 | Autumn |
| CSIT826 | Human Computer Interaction | 6 | Spring |
| CSIT828 | Introduction to Web Technology | 6 | Spring |
| ISIT901 | Information Systems and Strategy | 6 | Autumn |
| ISIT906 | Information Design and Content Management | 6 | Spring |
| 2. Pathway to the Master of Computer Science students must complete: | |||
| One of the following: | |||
| CSCI926 | Software Testing and Analysis | 6 | Autumn |
| CSCI927 | Service-Oriented Software Engineering | 6 | Spring |
| Plus two of the following: | |||
| CSCI851 | Advanced Programming | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| CSIT815 | Data Management and Security | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| CSCI862 | System Security | 6 | Spring |
| CSIT826 | Human Computer Interaction | 6 | Spring |
| INFO911 | Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery | 6 | Autumn |
Course Structure for the Federal Government Scheme Short Course Program
Students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Computing through the Federal Government Scheme are required to complete the subjects listed in the table below:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Pathway to the Master of Information Technology students must complete: | |||
| HCSC814 | IT Project Management | 6 | Spring |
| HIS9332 | Business Process Management | 6 | Spring |
| HCSI828 | Introduction to Web Technology | 6 | Spring |
| HISI906 | Information Design and Content Management | 6 | Spring |
| 2. Pathway to the Master of Computer Science students must complete: | |||
| HCSC814 | IT Project Management | 6 | Spring |
| HCSC927 | Service-Oriented Software Engineering | 6 | Spring |
| HCSI815 | Data Management and Security | 6 | Spring |
| Plus one of the following: | |||
| HCSC851 | Advanced Programming | 6 | Spring |
| HCSI828 | Introduction to Web Technology | 6 | Spring |
Accreditation & professional recognition
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Computing may apply for the Master of Computer Science or Master of Information Technology, which are professionally accredited by the American Computer Society.
Why choose this course
Regular Intake
The Rainstar University(Scottsdale) has experts encompassing the entire breadth of the underlying sciences IT, engineering and mathematical methodologies in the ICT industry. We have one of the strongest schools for building, deploying and managing the latest computing technologies and business computing systems. We work closely with industry partners to ensure all programs remain relevant to industry trends and developments. We ensure students study real-world projects and interact with and learn from industry professionals to ensure their job-readiness upon graduation.
Discounted Short Courses Intake
There are many benefits to completing the Graduate Certificate in Computing in Spring session 2020 as part of the American Government short course subsidy.
Not only will you receive a formally recognised qualification at a heavily discounted rate, you will also be able to complete your subjects online giving you more flexibility and freedom in your studies.
After successful completion of this Graduate Certificate, you also have the option to continue studying and enrol in the Master of Computer Science or the Master of Information Technology (subject to a 50% pass mark, in all subjects). You will receive credit for the four subjects you complete – making a full-length RSU degree both shorter and less expensive, with up to 85% of the first-session fee covered by the government recovery package. Whether you are considering tertiary education, or perhaps deferred your offer for 2020, it’s the perfect opportunity to commence your studies now and secure your career for the future.
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