Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

Murdoch University

Australia, Applecross

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Murdoch University

Australia , Applecross

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

0101258

Campuses

Murdoch

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines24-Feb-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,730 / year(s)

Next Intake 24-Feb-2026

Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

About

If you already have a bachelor’s degree or relevant qualification in IT, this course allows you to take your information technology skills and experience one step further.

You’ll learn specialised techniques in our IT Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge learning teaching and research facility fitted with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, operational data centre and high-performance computing capabilities.

As part of the course, you’ll complete an individual study project in an area of interest for you. This will let you put what you learn into practice and further your research and applied knowledge skills.

3 reasons to study Information Technology at Murdoch

This course has been designed in collaboration with industry partners, so there’s an emphasis on solving complex and real-world Information Technology problems.
You will learn from our teaching and research staff who are creative IT professionals and are highly active in generating policy and change within industry.
If you’re a domestic student, you can complete this course on a full-time or part-time basis. This means you can study on your terms and add to your skill set while you’re still earning.

Develop your skills

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

Writing, data analysis and research skills
Technical and non-technical methods to explore professional practice, effective communication and project management
Specialised skills in knowledge management, data communications and business analysis
Creative-thinking and communication skills

Your future career

With a Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, you’ll be ready to progress or launch a variety of IT-related careers. Your career options could include roles such as:

Information Technology Manager
Technology Strategist
Information Systems Manager
Business Analyst
Programmer
Data Analyst and Scientist
Cyber Security and networking expert

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Recognised Bachelor's degree in IT (AQF Level 7); OR recognised non-IT Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7) plus an approved qualification in IT; OR recognised non-IT Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7) plus two years of relevant IT experience; OR recognised non-IT Honours degree (AQF Level 8) plus relevant IT experience. Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements and should be discussed with the Academic Chair.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.