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- Complete in 6 months full-time or 12 months part-time.
- Commonwealth Supported Places available—save over 60%.
- Pathway to advanced programs. Continue your studies with our Graduate Diploma or Master of Information Technology.
- Gain well-developed IT knowledge and develop confidence in proposing, implementing, and evaluating IT solutions.
Highlights
- You will gain well-developed IT knowledge and, as a graduate, be confident in proposing, implementing, and evaluating IT solutions.
- Continue your studies with our Graduate Diploma or Master of Information Technology.
- Prepares you for more senior positions in the IT industry.
- Complete in as little as six months full-time.
Why choose this course?
If you're looking to develop your information technology discipline knowledge, this is the course for you. You will learn to employ existing IT methods and approaches to address discipline-specific problems. Your design and problem solving skills will result in useful and usable IT solutions. Completing this course in as little as six-months full-time, or one year part-time, you will be able to provide real value in the workplace immediately. You will graduate with the personal skills required to continue your development as an IT professional.
Why choose this course?
If you want to specialise in IT and prepare for an entry-level IT role in programming, web development and systems design, this course is for you.
You will learn to employ existing IT methods and approaches to address discipline-specific problems. Your design and problem-solving skills will yield practical, usable IT solutions. By completing this course in as little as six months full-time or one year part-time, you can immediately provide real value in the workplace. You will graduate with the personal skills required to continue your development as an IT professional.
This course offers Commonwealth Supported Places, which makes it over 60% more affordable—eligibility criteria apply.
Real-world learning
During your studies, you will experience a range of learning approaches, including:
- project-based units requiring you to apply theoretical and technical knowledge in the development of artefacts such as software applications, business cases, technical specifications, conceptual models and theoretical frameworks;
- using real world and research-inspired problems within units;
- using advanced analytical, conceptual and logical thinking processes to solve novel and complex problems;
- covering relevant contemporary IT and interpersonal capabilities necessary for you to be prepared to move into senior professional positions.
Learn from the best
In this course, you'll be taught by experts in various information technology domains. The teaching team is led by Dr Hasmukh Morarji, who has more than 30 years of teaching and research experience in computer science.
Explore this course
Australia needs 230,000 more tech workers by 2030—be part of the solution.
All market sectors embrace new digital and technological advances to remain competitive (source: Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA)). The prevalence of digital technologies in industry results in a growing demand for savvy IT professionals across various sectors and roles.
Our Graduate Certificate in Information Technology has been developed to align with emerging IT industry trends.
According to Australia's Digital Pulse 2025 report, now is a great time to upskill and switch careers to IT. Here are five compelling facts from the report:
- Australia will need 230,000 additional technology workers by 2030 to meet future demand.
- Approximately 150,000 businesses across the economy are currently reporting significant or severe digital skills shortages.
- Technology workers specifically report insufficient skills in high-growth areas, including AI and machine learning (41%) and cyber security (33%).
- Bridging the existing digital skills gaps could result in an economic uplift of $25 billion by 2035.
- C-suite executives highly value Vocational Education and Training (VET) and industry certifications (such as postgraduate certificates, short courses, or micro-credentials) as reliable indicators of tech talent.
Flexible delivery
Duration
- 6 months full-time
- 12 months part-time
Course starts
- February
- July
Careers and outcomes
Career opportunities
After completing your studies, you'll have a strong understanding of information technology (IT). You’ll be able to apply various IT methods to solve specific challenges effectively. Your skills in design and problem-solving will help you propose, implement, and assess practical, useful IT solutions. You’ll be equipped to work independently or as part of a team.
With your qualifications, you will be prepared to work alongside IT service providers, consultancies, and vendors. Your expertise will make you a sought-after candidate across sectors such as government, finance, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, engineering, mining, and agriculture.
Pathways to further study
Continue your studies with our Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or Master of Information Technology.
Course articulation
Upon successful completion of this course, you will eligible for entry into IN19 - Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or IN20 - Master of Information Technology, with a reduced course duration.
Course articulation
QUT offers an pathway for international students who want to study a Master of Information Technology. The Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology (IN17) is designed to help students acquire postgraduate level knowledge and skill in a specialist information technology discipline, while developing competency in English language and academic literacy. Upon successful completion of IN17, students are eligible for one semester of advanced standing towards the Master of Information Technology (see course description for details).
Possible careers
- Computer scientist
- Computer systems engineer
- Computer-aided designer
- Data communications specialist
- Enterprise architect
- Enterprise consultant
- Information officer
- Programmer
- Solution architect
- Systems analyst
- Systems programmer
- Web designer
The 48cp Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (GCIT) is available for students who have graduated from a bachelor’s degree in an area other than Information Technology (non-cognate entry). The degree includes four 12-credit point IT foundation units. These units have been designed to cover core elements the Australian Computer Society Core Body of Knowledge.
The 48cp Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (GCIT) is available for students who have graduated from a bachelor’s degree in an area other than Information Technology (non-cognate entry). The degree includes four 12-credit point IT foundation units. These units have been designed to cover core elements the Australian Computer Society Core Body of Knowledge.
- Course code
- IN18
- CRICOS code
- 0101555
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 6 months full-time
- 12 months part-time
- 6 months full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Entry requirements
You must have one of:
- A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or
- A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in information technology followed by at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in the information technology field; or
- At least five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in the information technology field.
Minimum academic requirements
Entry requirement
A completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge C1 Advanced
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT Australia Test (120 scale) | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from October
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from July
2026 fees
2026: CSP $4,800 per course (48 credit points)
2026 fees
2026: $22,500 per year full-time (48 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
International Merit Scholarship
A high achievement scholarship for future international undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
International Talent Scholarship
A new scholarship for 2026 that covers tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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