Overview

Technology underpins how modern organisations operate – from secure systems and cloud platforms to networks, data and digital services.

Whether you’re entering the IT field, pivoting careers or advancing your technical expertise, the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology provides a strong foundation and a clear pathway into the Master of Information Technology.

Both courses focus on real-world application, professional practice and responsible technology use, supported by industry-aligned curriculum, dedicated faculty guidance, and flexible online delivery.

Key Facts

The Information Technology programme from Australian Catholic University (Online) are designed to support long-term career growth across a broad IT landscape. Begin with the graduate certificate to build essential skills and a robust foundation. Then progress seamlessly into the Master of Information Technology to deepen your expertise and move into more advanced or leadership-focused roles.

Our courses emphasise applied learning, ethical responsibility and industry-ready skills – ensuring your knowledge remains relevant, adaptable and grounded in real-world contexts.

Programme Structure

Advance your expertise across key areas of modern information technology, including systems design, cybersecurity, cloud computing, emerging technologies and applied IT projects. Through advanced, practice-led learning, you’ll deepen your technical capability while working with tools and approaches used in real-world IT environments.

Alongside technical depth, you’ll strengthen your ability to lead, manage and apply technology ethically and strategically. Graduating with a broad, future-ready skill set, you’ll be prepared for advanced technical, specialist or leadership roles across a wide range of industries.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-07 00:00:00
Starting 2026-10-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-29 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-20 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

40 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 31 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS - 00004G

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38096 AUD / year

≈ 38096 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 AUD / year

≈ 9535 AUD / year

Funding

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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