Graduate Diploma in Computer Science (GDipCompSc)

Program Code
GDCMS

Program Faculty
Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology

Academic Year
2017

These Program Rules should be read in conjunction with the University's policies (https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies).

Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Computer Science is designed for students with little experience in computer science and provides a fundamental understanding of how software and hardware can be combined to overcome a range of complex challenges. Graduates will have a demonstrated ability to design and construct large software systems. Employment may be sought within the information technology industry, including careers in scientific, entertainment, networking, software engineering and defence sectors.
The Graduate Diploma in Computer Science is an AQF Level 8 qualification with a standard full-time duration of 1 year.

Academic Program Rules for Graduate Diploma in Computer Science

There shall be a Graduate Diploma in Computer Science.

Qualification Requirements

To qualify for the Graduate Diploma in Computer Science, the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 24 units comprising:

  1. Core courses to the value of 3 units
  2. Elective courses to the value of 21 units
  3. Unless exempted international students are required to take ELEC ENG 7057 Engineering Communication & Critical Thinking in lieu of an elective

Core Courses