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Selection rank | English language requirements | Duration | UAC code |
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PG | 1.0 years | 880255 | |
Faculty | Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods |
Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Technology |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
Fees
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Academic entry requirements | English language requirements | CRICOS code | Faculty |
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071684A | Faculty of Science and Technology | ||
Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods | Duration |
Academic Program Area - Technology |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
1.0 years |
Fees
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
If you are interested in learning the science of business informatics within an organisation, combined with an in-depth understanding of the capabilities and limitations of information technology - then the UC Graduate Diploma of Business Informatics is the course for you.
The course is particularly suited to those looking for a career as a business analyst and are keen to mediate between organisational units and the information technologies that support them.
This flexible intermediate-level course will cover many of the core areas of the ‘Skills Framework for the Information Age’ at a professional level, with weekday evening classes offered to enable you to balance study with your other commitments.
Through this course you will develop a solid understanding of the intent and context of systems, as well as their nature and development, and will go on to learn how to address issues of work practice and information needs and use them to align technical and human systems.
At the completion of this course, you will be well-placed to launch a successful career in business informatics, or to progress to further postgraduate study via the Master of Business Informatics, which is available by enrolling in additional units.
The UC Graduate Diploma in Business Informatics is a senior level course offering those serious about advancing their career in any of the following areas:
A clear pathway of study exists between this degree and the Master of Business Informatics course. Students who have completed this course may apply and receive credit for units within the Master of Business Informatics.
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Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in a non-IT field or equivalent.
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This course is not open for new admissions.
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy. Credit is not permitted towards completion of a graduate certificate.
- Students may select alternative ITS restricted choice G/PG units with the permission of the Program Director.
- 1. Students must not select G Level units that are similar to any they have studied in their pathway courses.
- 2. With the permission of the Program Director, G Level units may be replaced by PG Level units.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you may need to meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
Two Restricted Choice Units (G or PG Level)
Two Restricted Choice Units (PG Level)
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Two Restricted Choice Units (G or PG Level)
Two Restricted Choice Units (PG Level)
Standard 1 year full time, or part time equivalent. Maximum - 4 years.
Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
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Develop an advanced and integrated understanding and innovation mindset, to identify and analyse complex problems within information technology and systems discipline, and design sustainable novel technology solutions to these problems at a highly skilled level. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; and take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; and behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; and evaluate and adopt new technology. |
Critically analyse, interpret and synthesise complex problems, solutions, concepts or theories in information technology area, to address the needs of a broad range of stakeholders, including technology specialists, managers, clients, regulators, etc. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; and take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; and behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; and evaluate and adopt new technology. |
Establish deep knowledge base in information technology and systems discipline, to facilitate effective communication with those involved in the ITS industry, and acquire the skills necessary to operationally manage and coordinate IT systems within ITS industry. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; and take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; and make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; and evaluate and adopt new technology. |
Demonstrate coherent foundation knowledge of Information Technology principles and ICT core body of knowledge and be able to apply key technologies and use them effectively in an organisation. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; and take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; and make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; evaluate and adopt new technology. |
Achieve expertise in a key area of information technology and systems, with superior ethical and social skills and competencies in problem solving, and a sound fundamental understanding of the principles and methods of business informatics. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; and evaluate and adopt new technology. |
Award | Official abbreviation |
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Graduate Diploma in Business Informatics | GradDip BusInformatics |
Alternative Exits:
Graduate Certificate in Business Informatics - Must have passed 12 credit points as follows: Professional Practice in IT G, Systems Analysis and Modelling G, Systems Project and Quality Management G and Enterprise Systems G (or other Information Technology and Systems units at G or PG Level as approved by the Program Director).
Student category | Contact details |
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Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
Current and Commencing Students | In person, Student Centre Building 1 or Email: Student.Centre@canberra.edu.au |
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