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Graduate Certificate in Computing

Gain the skills for a promising career in Computing and IT. Advance your career. Be ahead of the game.

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Student ?
Campus
Wollongong
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
6 months full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2025
  • Spring 2025
  • Autumn 2026
  • Spring 2026
Codes
CRICOS: 094751E
UOW: 2125

Overview

With 5.1 million Australian jobs at high risk of digital disruption and businesses competing in a data-driven global economy, occupations in data science, cyber security, IT management, health informatics, and software engineering and development are increasing in demand.

The Graduate Certificate in Computing provides a postgraduate introduction to computing for students without prior knowledge of IT and computing. It will allow graduates and professionals from a non-IT background to add to their current knowledge and skills set with a recognised qualification in computing.

The degree includes a selection of core computing and information technology subjects, related to programming, data management systems, project management and web development where students will develop skills in methods, processes and tools associated with the task of managing information technology, designing solutions and software development projects in an ethical and professional manner.

Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Computing, you may seek to continue your studies in the Master of Computer Science, which is professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

See the course handbook for more information.

Fee subsidised places available

UOW is offering Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) for all of our postgraduate coursework degrees in 2025. This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder.

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Accreditation & professional recognition

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Computing may apply for the Master of Computer Science or Master of Information Technology, which are professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

A recognised bachelor’s degree or a tertiary academic qualification with a duration of at least three years’ full-time equivalent with an equivalent average mark of 50%.
OR
A diploma in any discipline with at least eight years of work experience.

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International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
WollongongOn Campus$20184 (2025)$20184 (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$20184 (2026)$20184 (2026)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewing annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

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