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Graduate Certificate in Computer Science
University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle, WA / Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Certificate in Computer Science is a short, four-course entry point into computer systems, database systems, technology project management, and cyber security management. It suits professionals enhancing their technical skills, career changers entering the tech industry, or those preparing for further postgraduate study. Graduates take on roles such as IT support specialist, database administrator, cyber security technician, and IT project coordinator.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Four compulsory courses
- COMP5001Computer Systems
- COMP5002Advanced Database Systems
- COMP5003Technology Project Management
- COMP5004and Cyber Security Management
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
There are no additional entry requirements or pre-requisites for the Graduate Certificate in Computer Science beyond the University's minimum requirement for postgraduate admission.
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