The University of Melbourne

Graduate Diploma in Computer Science

The University of Melbourne

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K

The Graduate Diploma in Computer Science provides students with any undergraduate degree and some programming/maths experience with the equivalent of a major in Computer Science. The course will augment students existing knowledge with considerable technical expertise in computer science, including exposure to a variety of programming paradigms, an understanding of the systematic processes underpinning the software development lifecycle, and an appreciation of advanced topics in computing.

Structure

Students will complete between four and six core subjects, with the electives making up a total of eight subjects.

Subjects

  • Internet Technologies
  • Algorithms and Complexity
  • Programming and Software Development
  • Database Systems
  • Elements of Data Processing
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Declarative Programming
  • Graphics and Interaction
  • IT Project
  • Models of Computation
  • Declarative Programming
  • Software Modelling and Design
  • Distributed Systems
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

Standard entry requirements

  • An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, with
  • A Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent), and
  • At least 25 points of level 1 or above in computer science subjects (or equivalent), and
  • At least 25 points of level 1 or above mathematics or statistics subjects (or equivalent).

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Parkville International: $58,976 No
  • Full-time : 1 year
Parkville Domestic: $42,976
No
  • Full-time : 1 year
  • Part-time : 2 years

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