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C4009 Graduate Certificate of Computer Science

Faculty of Information Technology

Graduate Certificate of Computer Science (C4009) is a 24-credit-point, graduate certificate course from the Faculty of Information Technology, taught at Monash Online. Map your units semester by semester with the MonMap planner.

Credit points
24
Campus
Monash Online
Online

This is the 2022 handbook entry. See the 2026 entry.

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Overview

The Graduate Certificate of Computer Science will develop core knowledge in computer science and you will be able to keep up with advances in the area. It provides you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to enable you to deal effectively with issues involving the application of computer science in various domains.

These studies are intended for students whose previous qualification is not in a cognate field, and builds on existing professional work experience

Course structure

The handbook's description of this structure

The course comprises four units where you will develop an understanding of the principles and techniques in the broad field of computer science.

These studies are intended for students whose previous qualification is not in a cognate field, and builds on existing professional work experience

The course comprises 24 points.

You must complete the following units:

  • ITO4131 Java programming
  • ITO4132 Introduction to databases
  • ITO4133 Introduction to Python
  • ITO4137 Architecture and networks

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

  1. 1

    analyse and review theories and techniques from the field of computer science;

  2. 2

    apply problem solving skills and theoretical knowledge to the design and construction of innovative solutions in at least one of the following areas: artificial intelligence, cybersecurity or software engineering;

  3. 3

    assess and apply industry standard tools and techniques for building software systems;

  4. 4

    critically evaluate, document and communicate ethical, legal and social issues affecting the use of technologies;

  5. 5

    communicate effectively with stakeholders within and outside the computing industry.

Entry requirements

English language

Monash minimum: Level A, that is:  IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test

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Progression to further studies

Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate of Computer Science may be eligible for admission at entry point 2 into either the Graduate Diploma of Computer Science or the Master of Computer Science.

Notes for students

This course has had one or more changes made to it since publication on 1 October 2021. For details of changes, please consult the 2022 Change register.

Other information

The Graduate Certificate of Computer Science will develop core knowledge in computer science and you will be able to keep up with advances in the area. It provides you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to enable you to deal effectively with issues involving the application of computer science in various domains.

These studies are intended for students whose previous qualification is not in a cognate field, and builds on existing professional work experience

Common questions

Where can I study Graduate Certificate of Computer Science?

At Monash Online.

How do I plan my Graduate Certificate of Computer Science units?

Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.

Course details

Qualification
Graduate Certificate
AQF level
Level 8
Credit points
24
Part time
1 Years
Maximum time
3 years
Faculty
Faculty of Information Technology
Abbreviation
GradCertCompSc
Award title
Graduate Certificate of Computer Science
Handbook years
2020202120222023202420252026