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 2024 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
Core units24 credit points
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
Course progression map
The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each teaching period.
The course comprises 24 points.
You must complete the following units :
- ITO4001 Foundations of computing
- ITO4131 Java programming or ITO4133 Introduction to Python
- ITO4132 Introduction to databases
- 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
analyse, critically review and synthesise theories and techniques from the field of computer science;
- 2
systematically evaluate the application of theories and techniques from the field of computer science;
- 3
apply problem solving skills and theoretical knowledge to innovate design and construction of computational solutions;
- 4
assess and apply industry standard tools and techniques for building software systems;
- 5
critically evaluate, document and communicate ethical, legal and social issues affecting the use of technologies.
Entry requirements
English language
Monash 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 (C4009) may be eligible for admission at entry point 2 into either the Graduate Diploma of Computer Science (C5008) or the Master of Computer Science (C6008).
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
Contacts
- Academic Coordinator
- Dr Yi-Shan Tsai
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.