Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma of Project Management at RMIT University is a GradDip programme in Computer Science & IT over 16 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Project Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 23,040 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 23,040 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Project Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Project Management
- Project Management Techniques
- Project Design for Quality
- Managing Project Teams
- Evaluating and Managing Project Risk
- Project Financial Management and Appraisal
- Project Initiation Management
- Information and Technology Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You must have:
- Successfully completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification), or
- A minimum of 5 years professional work experience in a related industry. Applicants with professional experience at a senior level that is less than 5 years may also be considered.
To have your professional experience considered you must include in your application:
- a CV
- a statement that details your experience
International students are required to provide current evidence of English language proficiency for admission to RMIT University
English language requirements
International students are required to provide current evidence of English language proficiency for admission to RMIT University.
You can provide your results from one of these three options:
- an accepted English language proficiency test
- an accepted English language provider, or
- a recognised Australian or international qualification.
English language proficiency tests minimum scores:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Paper Based Test): minimum score of 580 (TWE 4.5)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 92 (with minimum of 20 in all sections)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 23,040 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 23,040 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 23,040 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 23,040 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact RMIT University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About RMIT University
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-10-17
- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 16 months
- Credits 96