Deakin University, Australia, Burwood

Diploma of Computing, Pre-Bachelor

Course Highlights

The Diploma of Computing consists of Deakin University's first year degree units and provides you with the foundation for further study in areas of Computer Science, Games Design and Development, IT Security and Information Technology.

Career Opportunities

If you have studied computer sciences, you will have gained many technical and non-technical skills which are highly valued by employers, from leadership to programming. The increasing scope of computer science means you have plenty of choice in a wide variety of highly specialized areas. With computer technologies playing an ever growing role in all aspects of modern life, you re likely to find your computer science skills in high demand across many different industries. These include: financial organizations, management consultancy firms, software houses, communications companies, data warehouses, multinational companies (IT-related, financial services and others), governmental agencies, universities and hospitals. However, unsurprisingly, most graduates go into roles within the computer industry. As always, it's extremely beneficial to have completed relevant work experience. You should also consider compiling a portfolio of your own independent projects outside of your degree, which could be in the form of programming, moderating online or even building an app. This will demonstrate to employers your interest in the subject and your problem-solving skills, creativity and initiative.

Course Overview

Completing a degree in one of these fields offers a wide range of career options across private and public-sector organisations. Deakin College (formerly known as MIBT) is a direct pathway to Deakin University, providing you with the experience that supports successful transition to further studies at the University. We deliver: I want to find another Preparation Course innovative teaching and learning a positive student experience engagement with digital learning technologies Deakin College has four campus locations. In Australia we are located on three Deakin University campuses in the state of Victoria - Melbourne Burwood Campus, Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus and Geelong Waterfront Campus. The fourth campus is offshore in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Subjects

Programme Structure Fundamentals of Information Technology Introduction to Programming Database and Information Retrieval Introduction to Web Development Critical Thinking and Problem Solving for IT Introduction to Computer Science Data Science Concepts Cloud Computing and Virtualisation Introduction to Apps Design Game Fundamentals Introduction to Game Programming Principles of Interactive Media Interactive Media Systems Introduction to Computer Security Introductory Mathematical Methods Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis Discrete Mathematics

Fees

AUD/year

Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements Successful completion of Year 11 or equivalent Completion of Senior School Certificate with a 50% GPA; or Year 11 (10 + 1) with a 70% GPA Successful completion of Form 5 (GCE O-levels: passes in 3 subjects with minimum E grade); or equivalent Successful completion of year 11 with a C grade average Completion of Senior Middle 2 with an average of 80% in 4 subjects Successful completion of Form 6 School Leaving Certificate with an overall score of 260

Contact Details

Deakin University