Postgraduate Diploma in Science (Computer Science)
ObjectivesThis course has been designed to provide practicing professionals and recent graduates with the opportunity to extend their computing skills and knowledge. You will undertake a variety of coursework units chosen to suit your specific interests and needs. You will learn to conduct and manage research before undertaking an major computing project of your own. Most projects are based on technical problems or developmental ideas originating within industry, however you will be given the opportunity to design a project relevant to your current employment.
Entry requirementsA bachelor degree in computer science or equivalent.
Academic titlePostgraduate Diploma in Science (Computer Science)
Course descriptionComputer Science Major (Postgraduate Diploma)
Introduction
Our postgraduate degrees in computer science are designed to increase the career opportunities of IT professionals who already have significant knowledge and experience in computing. The IT field is forever changing and expanding as technology improves and innovations are released into the market place. Our courses will expand your knowledge of emerging technologies and help you develop leadership skills in systems and software development.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science is designed for graduates with a significant knowledge and experience of computing. Students gain knowledge in emerging areas and the development of leadership skills in systems and software development.
Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
311700 v.1 Science Research Methodologies 551 3.0 25.0
SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0
SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 50.0 100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
310856 v.1 Computer Science Project 551 8.0 25.0
310857 v.1 Computer Science Project 554 8.0 25.0
SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0
SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0 100.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Hrs/Wk Credit
302974 v.2 Machine Perception 562 3.0 25.0
302975 v.1 Systems Programming and Design 561 3.0 25.0
302976 v.1 Theoretical Foundations of Computer Science 552 4.0 25.0
5475 v.7 Programming Languages and Design Concepts 502 3.0 25.0
5655 v.7 Computing Topics 591 3.0 25.0