Why Study / Key Benefits

• The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology develops practical skills in the design, construction, operation and support of information technology solutions.
• It is also designed for students from non-IT backgrounds who want to transition into the IT industry.
• The Mobile and Cloud Computing specialisation focuses on the design, coding, testing and operation of distributed, cloud-based and mobile computer systems.
• Students work collaboratively on projects and develop skills in critically analysing problems and finding effective solutions.
• The course provides experience in ICT research in non-academic environments, including legal, government, commercial and software-production contexts.
• Students can develop additional knowledge in data management, IT solution implementation and computer architecture.
• The Graduate Diploma is the second stage of Swinburne's nested Information Technology qualification structure and can provide a pathway to the Master of Information Technology.

Programme Structure and Subjects / Topics

Students must complete 150 credit points consisting of 11 core units and one elective.

The qualification is nested within Swinburne's broader Information Technology structure.

Graduate Certificate stage

Students entering through the nested structure first complete:

Core units:

• Creating Web Applications — COS60004 — 12.5 credit points
• Data Management for the Big Data Age — COS60009 — 12.5 credit points
• User-Centred Design — COS70004 — 12.5 credit points
• Cloud Engineering — COS80001 — 12.5 credit points

The Graduate Certificate stage consists of four core units and four specialisation units.

Graduate Diploma stage

For the Graduate Diploma, students complete an additional core unit:

• Big Data — COS80023 — 12.5 credit points

The Mobile and Cloud Computing specialisation is built around:

• Technology Design Project — COS60011 — 12.5 credit points
• Programming Principles and Practices — COS60018 — 12.5 credit points
• Advanced Software Development — COS70006 — 12.5 credit points
• Software Quality and Testing — COS80022 — 12.5 credit points
• Technology Innovation Research and Project — COS70008 — 25 credit points

The Graduate Diploma stage adds one specialisation unit and one elective to the previous nested qualification structure.

Elective options listed by Swinburne include:

• Introduction to Data Science — COS60008
• Advanced Software Development — COS70006
• Internet Security — COS80013
• Software Quality and Testing — COS80022
• Data Visualisation — COS80025
• Machine Learning — COS80027
• Networks and Cybersecurity Frameworks — CYB60004
• Cyber Ethics — CYB70001
• Cyber Security Fundamentals and Practices — ICT60001

Disciplines / Specialisations

The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology currently provides four specialisation choices:

1. Data Analytics
2. Information Systems
3. Mobile and Cloud Computing
4. Software Development

The selected specialisation for this programme is Mobile and Cloud Computing.

The specialisation covers:

• Mobile computing
• Cloud computing
• Distributed computing systems
• Software design
• Programming and coding
• Software testing
• Systems operation
• ICT research
• Technology projects
• Problem analysis and solution development

Programme Highlights

• 1.5-year full-time postgraduate qualification.
• 150 credit points.
• Hawthorn campus in Melbourne.
• CRICOS registered: 083472C.
• Mobile and Cloud Computing specialisation.
• Practical and project-based IT learning.
• Designed to support transition into IT from non-IT academic backgrounds.
• Covers mobile, cloud and distributed computing concepts.
• Includes technology projects and ICT research.
• Nested pathway into the Master of Information Technology.
• Credit transfer and RPL may provide advanced standing where approved.

Career Outcomes

Swinburne identifies career directions including:

• Quantitative Research Analyst
• Digital Workplace Analysis
• Support Engineering
• Network Technician

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

• The current 2027 start dates are 1 March and 2 August.
• Current application deadlines are 24 February 2027 for Semester 1 and 28 July 2027 for Semester 2.
• The course is offered at Hawthorn.
• Current CRICOS code: 083472C.
• International students in Australia on a Student visa must study full-time and on campus.
• The course is part of a nested suite leading to the Master of Information Technology.
• Admission requirements do not guarantee an offer.
• Credit transfer and RPL are assessed individually.
• The current course page identifies the qualification as 150 credit points consisting of 11 core units and one elective.
• The current course information identifies four IT specialisations, with Mobile and Cloud Computing focusing on distributed, cloud-based and mobile computer systems.

International Student Visa Requirements

International students studying this course in Australia generally require a Student visa (subclass 500).

Key requirements can include:

• A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for the CRICOS-registered course.
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), unless an exemption applies.
• Meeting the Genuine Student requirement.
• Meeting applicable health requirements.
• Meeting applicable character requirements.
• Demonstrating sufficient financial capacity where required.
• Providing required supporting documentation.
• Complying with all Student visa conditions.