Graduate Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Science
A course by
AUT
The Graduate Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences provides students who already have a degree the opportunity to gain an understanding of computer and information sciences in as little as one year. Students develop the ability to plan, develop and apply appropriate technologies and tools to solve computing problems.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Plan and develop computing solutions
Apply technologies and tools to frame and solve complex computing problems in business and society.
Specialized skills in core areas of computer science
Gain expertise in programming, software development, information systems, data science, cybersecurity, and related fields.
Adapt knowledge to new sectors or career advancement
Broaden IT skills to transition into the tech industry or advance in technology-focused roles.
What You're Signing Up For
Throughout this 1-year (full-time) or part-time programme, students gain knowledge and practical skills in computer and information sciences by selecting eight courses from the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences, with at least five courses at level 7. The programme develops competencies in programming, software development, information systems, IT project management, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, and more. It is designed for those wishing to enter the IT field or upskill with a formal qualification.
Course Content
- Programming concepts and techniques
- Computing technology in society
- Object oriented programming
- Networks and Internet
- IT project management
- Database system design
- Mathematics for computing
- Software development practice
- Program design and construction
- Operating systems
- Network and system administration
- Data structures and algorithms
- Foundations of data science
- Statistics for data science
- Artificial intelligence
- Information security management
- Web development
- Applied human-computer interaction
- Distributed and mobile systems
- Game programming
- Theory of computation
- Programming languages
- Network security
- Blockchain and cryptocurrency technology
- Internet of Things and applications
- Service innovation and design
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Information Technology
Computer Science
Software Development
Cybersecurity
Future employment opportunities might be
IT manager/supervisor
Programmer