Diploma in Computing
Course Overview
Purpose
The Diploma in Computing is a one-year (full-time) or two-year (part-time) program designed to be taken alongside your bachelor’s degree. It’s open to students from any discipline and does not require prior computing experience. The program equips you with essential IT and programming skills to complement your main field of study.
Curriculum
You’ll complete 100 credit points: two core subjects (such as Foundations of Computing and an advanced level-3 computing subject) plus six electives across levels 1–3. These electives cover topics like programming, software modelling, interface design, databases, web development, and basic AI or machine learning. Up to 50 points can often be cross-credited from your bachelor’s coursework, making it possible to finish without extending your graduation timeline.
What You'll Learn
Solid IT and Programming Foundations
You’ll build skills in coding, software design, interface prototyping, database management, web application development, and the basics of artificial intelligence and machine learning.Cross-Disciplinary Edge
Combining computing with another field—whether it’s business, science, arts, or engineering—makes you more versatile and competitive in the job market.Recognised Computing Credential
This diploma demonstrates to employers that you have formal training in IT. It can also help you qualify for graduate-level computing programs in the future.
40,530 AUD
University of Melbourne
https://www.unimelb.edu.au
Skills You'll Gain:
