Computer Science (Graduate Diploma)

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Year

2011

Award

Graduate Diploma in Computer Science

Length

1 year full time or up to 2 years part-time

Campuses

Melbourne

Course description

This program enables graduates of other disciplines to enter the field of computing. It is a foundation for students who want to add computing knowledge to their initial discipline or to progress to further studies in computing.

Course structure

Students complete four core subjects and four electives. Required subjects include Object-oriented Programming Fundamentals, Algorithms and Data Structures, Discrete Mathematics, and Intermediate Object-oriented Programming. Electives include Object-oriented Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Games Technology, Databases, Network Engineering, Software Engineering and Software Systems, and Web Development.

Subject details

Melbourne

Overseas study opportunities

Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information

Application

Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus.

Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.

Apply directly to the University by 21 January for Semester 1 and 17 June for Semester 2.

Fee type

Fees (Fee-Help available)

Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)

Indicative (2011): $19,420 (per 120 credit points)

The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.

Scholarships

A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduates

Prerequisites

Pass degree in any discipline. Those with tertiary qualifications (other than a degree) may be considered on the basis of relevant work experience. No previous knowledge of computer science is required or assumed. However, the course requires a level of mathematical knowledge and ability equivalent at least to VCE mathematics.

Semester starts

Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Additional information

This course starts earlier than the standard semester dates. Refer to the calendar for more information.

Professional recognition

The course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society, and graduates can apply for membership at the Associate level.

Contact information

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