309864 v.1 Graduate Diploma in Information Systems

GradDipInfoSys(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 055641A
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year

Introduction

This course is designed for those who wish to increase or acquire basic knowledge and skills in the planning, operation and management of information systems in global business environments. It allows students to progress to one of three professional master programs in information systems management, information technology, or internet security and forensics.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A Bachelor's degree in either a non- Information Systems, Information Technology or Computing related discipline with a credit course weighted average or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution; OR a Graduate Certificate in Information Systems with a credit course weighted average.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards 1

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:

Intermediate Award II

Graduate Certificate in Information Systems.

Course Organisation

The core areas studied includes: managing information systems projects and risks, systems analysis, database systems, programming, technological infrastructure, problem solving and the human aspects of organisations. Successful completion of the eight units and maintaining a high course average will gain applicants entry into the Master of Information Systems Management, Information Technology or Internet Security and Forensics.

Professional Recognition

With a prior computing related degree, graduates may apply for membership with the Australian Computer Society.

Career Opportunities

Graduates generally find employment in supervisory roles within information systems departments in public and private organisations.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
11737	v.3	Designing Database Systems 502	4.0	25.0
307775	v.2	Introduction to Programming 501	3.0	25.0
307777	v.2	Systems Analysis 501	3.0	25.0
309857	v.2	Business Web Design 501	3.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
11741	v.4	Business Project Management 501	3.0	25.0
309856	v.2	Object-Oriented Development 501	3.0	25.0
309858	v.1	Technological Infrastructure 502	3.0	25.0
309859	v.1	Information Systems Implementation 552	3.0	25.0
				100.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal
2009	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2009	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y
2009	Sydney Campus	Semester 1S	Y
2009	Sydney Campus	Semester 2S	Y
2009	Sydney Campus	Sydney Summer Semester	Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.