Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology aims to provide you with a general professional qualification in information technology (IT). Broaden or deepen your knowledge of using computers. The core subjects provide you with a foundation in information systems, software development and computer networking.You'll learn:Technology assessmentEvaluate the capacity and capability of different technologies to select the most appropriate technology solution for each situation.Software testingUse research and technical skills to test your IT solutions and learn how to prevent bugs, reduce development costs and improve performance.Communication and ethicsLearn how to communicate professionally within the IT sector to ensure you operate aligned to the ethical and cultural values of the IT profession.Critical thinkingUnderstand and critique proposed IT solutions with technical and theoretical knowledge to plan and implement IT solutions effectively.GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COURSE AND CAREER OUTCOMESHowever you choose to structure your study, La Trobe recognises your hard work. Here are the pathways you could follow as you move through your course.Graduate Diploma in Information Technology intended learning outcomesApply comprehensive and coherent knowledge of information technology to develop robust solutions.Critically evaluate the capacity of technologies to solve complex problems.Apply research and technical skills to test information technology theories.Apply awareness of professional ethical and cultural values to communicate advanced technical and professional issues in information technology.Critique theories in the field of information technology using advanced technical and theoretical knowledge and skill.Graduate Diploma in Information Technology career opportunitiesAfter you graduate, you could work across almost any sector – including technology, communications, education, finance, government, healthcare and energy. Possible roles include:Network administratorDevelop, install and provide maintenance support across network and computer systems including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets and other data communication systems.Web developerDesign, build and maintain websites using both creative and technical skills to continuously improve safety, performance, usability and capacity.Systems analystAnalyse software, hardware and information systems to ensure they're appropriate for the business or client and help to develop and improve these systems and workflows.

PrerequisitesSuccessful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).