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Mode of Study
Online
Duration
One Trimester
Location
Melbourne & Sydney Campus
Estimated Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)
Intake
March and July
| Mode of Study Online | |
| Duration One Trimester | |
| Location Melbourne & Sydney Campus | |
| Estimated Fees Zero Student Contribution Amount (CSP) | |
| Intake February and March |
| COURSE SUMMARY | |
|---|---|
| Qualification / Award | Graduate Certificate in Information Technology |
| Length | 1 trimester |
| Credit Points | 60 |
| Delivery | Online |
| AQF | Level 8 |
| Available to | Domestic Students Only |
| Financial Information | This course is supported by the Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) program. |
The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology will provide you with ICT skills you need to pursue a career in the high in demand field of Information Technology. This course is your first step towards developing your skills and knowledge in Information Technology to improve your future career prospects.
For students who wish to study further, the units you complete within the Graduate Certificate course will qualify you for a full credit transfer into the Master of Networking.
The Master degree provides graduates with an opportunity to enter careers in network and information technology in a broad range of industries.
This course attracts the National Priority Short Courses funding for all three units.
Each unit consists of 20 credit points. A full-time study load is sixty credit points per term. Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (GCIT) is comprised of three core units
Students admitted into the cognate stream based on prior qualifications but wish to enrol in the non-cognate stream may transfer to the non-cognate stream with the written permission of the Course Coordinator.
Some remarks:
- The program is available each intake; however, some units of study are subject to quotas and minimum enrolment requirements.
- Not all units of study are available every trimester, and changes in program structure occur from time to time.
Program structures and units are subject to change through the process of regular course revision. There is no guarantee that every unit will be offered in any particular trimester.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the GCIT program, students will:
- Possess a body of knowledge that includes state-of-the-art developments in Information Technology.
- Be able to investigate and evaluate Information Technology theory and practice and apply them effectively in several organisational settings.
- Demonstrate analysis and evaluation skills in the Information technology discipline to explore business problems and solutions.
- Exercise critical thinking, and problem-solving ability to tackle complex real-world problems to drive business decisions and actions.
Accreditation and Pathway
The Graduate Certificates in Information Technology / Cyber Security and Networking are equivalent to the first semester of the Master of Networking at Melbourne Institute of Technology. After completing a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology or Cyber Security and Networking, you will qualify for a full credit transfer should you wish to apply for entry into the Master of Networking. This is subject to the successful completion of the Graduate Certificate course.
The Master of Networking and the Master of Networking (Major in Cybersecurity) are accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the Professional Level.
Credit Transfer
Credit transfer provides students with credit for learning already achieved. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit transfer.
Applications for credit transfer must be made before or during orientation and enrolment week.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit towards their course based on their prior learning (including formal, informal and non‐formal learning). Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about Recognition of Prior Learning.
Applications for Recognition of Prior Learning must be made before or during orientation and enrolment week.
Applying for Credit Transfer/RPL
If you are seeking credit transfer for the same or similar unit/s previously completed at a different institute, you must submit the following supporting documents with your credit transfer application:
- Certified copy of relevant certificates and results for any studies that you have completed
- Unit outlines
- Credit Transfer Application Form – download the form here
For further information about credit transfer, click here
Submitting the Credit Transfer/RPL Application
Once complete, scan and email your application via email to enquiries@mit.edu.au
Almost all organisations are online and use internet today which mean they require constant IT support. As a result, demand for IT professionals has been increasing every year with growth of roles such as IT technician, technology analyst, help desk analyst, system administrator, system analyst, system developer, technical support specialist, IT administrator, service desk specialist, etc. As of 3rd November 2020, there were 8487 IT jobs advertised on seek.com and 8491 advertised on indeed.com.
Entry Requirements
The requirements for admission to this course are:
- An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline.
English Requirements
Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications
Applicants with overseas qualifications must satisfy English language requirements in addition to meeting the academic requirements for the course.
Applicants with the following qualifications/English Language Tests may satisfy English requirements.
First Language English
If you completed Senior Secondary or Tertiary studies from a country where English is the first language. Independent English Language Test Score You need to achieve the minimum scores, as shown below.
Independent English Language Test Score
You need to achieve the minimum scores, as shown below.
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Overall score 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) |
| TOEFL ibt | Overall score 60-78 with minimum scores: Reading 12, Listening 11, Speaking 17, Writing 20) |
| PTE Academic | Overall score 50 with (no score less than 46) |
| Cambridge CAE | CAE score of 169 (no band less than 162) |
For further information, see the links below:
In 2021, the Australian Government is providing additional short course Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) for higher education across a range of disciplines. A limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places are available for eligible domestic students.
You must apply for an eligible course by Friday 12th March for March intake 2021 and Friday 2nd July 2021 for July intake. Students must complete the course by December 2021 to be eligible for the free course.
To get a CSP you must be one of the following:
- an Australian citizen, who will live and study in Australia for some of the course
- a New Zealand citizen, who will live and study in Australia for the whole course
- a permanent visa holder, who will live and study in Australia for the whole course
More information about the eligibility requirements for CSPs can be found here.
The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology will provide you with ICT skills you need to pursue a career in the high in demand field of Information Technology. This course is your first step towards developing your skills and knowledge in Information Technology to improve your future career prospects.
For students who wish to study further, the units you complete within the Graduate Certificate course will qualify you for a full credit transfer into the Master of Networking.
The Master degree provides graduates with an opportunity to enter careers in network and information technology in a broad range of industries.
This course attracts the National Priority Short Courses funding for all three units.
Each unit consists of 20 credit points. A full-time study load is sixty credit points per term. Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (GCIT) is comprised of three core units
Students admitted into the cognate stream based on prior qualifications but wish to enrol in the non-cognate stream may transfer to the non-cognate stream with the written permission of the Course Coordinator.
Study Plan
Some remarks:
- The program is available each intake; however, some units of study are subject to quotas and minimum enrolment requirements.
- Not all units of study are available every trimester, and changes in program structure occur from time to time.
Program structures and units are subject to change through the process of regular course revision. There is no guarantee that every unit will be offered in any particular trimester.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the GCIT program, students will:
- Possess a body of knowledge that includes state-of-the-art developments in Information Technology.
- Be able to investigate and evaluate Information Technology theory and practice and apply them effectively in several organisational settings.
- Demonstrate analysis and evaluation skills in the Information technology discipline to explore business problems and solutions.
- Exercise critical thinking, and problem-solving ability to tackle complex real-world problems to drive business decisions and actions.
Accreditation and Pathway
The Graduate Certificates in Information Technology / Cyber Security and Networking are equivalent to the first semester of the Master of Networking at Melbourne Institute of Technology. After completing a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology or Cyber Security and Networking, you will qualify for a full credit transfer should you wish to apply for entry into the Master of Networking. This is subject to the successful completion of the Graduate Certificate course.
The Master of Networking and the Master of Networking (Major in Cybersecurity) are accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the Professional Level.
Credit Transfer
Credit transfer provides students with credit for learning already achieved. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit transfer.
Applications for credit transfer must be made before or during orientation and enrolment week.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit towards their course based on their prior learning (including formal, informal and non‐formal learning). Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about Recognition of Prior Learning.
Applications for Recognition of Prior Learning must be made before or during orientation and enrolment week.
Applying for Credit Transfer/RPL
If you are seeking credit transfer for the same or similar unit/s previously completed at a different institute, you must submit the following supporting documents with your credit transfer application:
- Certified copy of relevant certificates and results for any studies that you have completed
- Unit outlines
- Credit Transfer Application Form – download the form here
For further information about credit transfer, click here
Submitting the Credit Transfer/RPL Application
Once complete, scan and email your application via email to enquiries@mit.edu.au
Almost all organisations are online and use internet today which mean they require constant IT support. As a result, demand for IT professionals has been increasing every year with growth of roles such as IT technician, technology analyst, help desk analyst, system administrator, system analyst, system developer, technical support specialist, IT administrator, service desk specialist, etc. As of 3rd November 2020, there were 8487 IT jobs advertised on seek.com and 8491 advertised on indeed.com.
Entry Requirements
The requirements for admission to this course are:
- An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline.
English Requirements
Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications
Applicants with overseas qualifications must satisfy English language requirements in addition to meeting the academic requirements for the course.
Applicants with the following qualifications/English Language Tests may satisfy English requirements.
First Language English
If you completed Senior Secondary or Tertiary studies from a country where English is the first language. Independent English Language Test Score You need to achieve the minimum scores, as shown below.
Independent English Language Test Score
You need to achieve the minimum scores, as shown below.
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Overall score 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) |
| TOEFL ibt | Overall score 60-78 with minimum scores: Reading 12, Listening 11, Speaking 17, Writing 20) |
| PTE Academic | Overall score 50 with (no score less than 46) |
| Cambridge CAE | CAE score of 169 (no band less than 162) |
For further information, see the links below:
In 2021, the Australian Government is providing additional short course Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) for higher education across a range of disciplines. A limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places are available for eligible domestic students.
You must apply for an eligible course by Friday 12th March for March intake 2021 and Friday 2nd July 2021 for July intake. Students must complete the course by December 2021 to be eligible for the free course.
To get a CSP you must be one of the following:
- an Australian citizen, who will live and study in Australia for some of the course
- a New Zealand citizen, who will live and study in Australia for the whole course
- a permanent visa holder, who will live and study in Australia for the whole course
More information about the eligibility requirements for CSPs can be found here.
This program is currently not available for International students intending to study on a student visa.
MIT considers you a domestic student if you are:
- a citizen or permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen, or
- a Temporary Protection Visa (TPV) holder.
If you are unsure or hold a different visa type, contact us at 1800 648 669 or enquiries@mit.edu.au.
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