Graduate Certificate of Urban Informatics
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate of Urban Informatics equips students with advanced technologies and design thinking to create thriving urban environments. Through hands-on projects and expert instruction, graduates gain the skills to address 21st-century challenges and design inclusive, sustainable, and innovative cities. The program prepares students for careers in urban design, planning, and related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Learn to create urban designs that allow modern cities to thrive with the Graduate Certificate of Urban Informatics. This course fosters creative and speculative design thinking while teaching you how to engage with people, data, and advanced technologies. We’ll teach you to address 21st Century design challenges that embrace 3D space, alongside economic, environmental, social and cultural aspects of the city.
Outline:
This course will teach you the following:
- How to use advanced technologies to design and build cities
- How to engage with people and communities to create inclusive and sustainable cities
- How to think creatively and speculatively about the future of cities
- How to address the challenges of the 21st century, such as climate change, population growth, and economic inequality
Assessment:
This course will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Design projects
- Essays
- Presentations
- Examinations
Teaching:
This course will be taught by a team of experienced architects, urban designers, and planners. The faculty will use a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Studio work
Careers:
Graduates of this course will be prepared for a variety of careers in the urban design and planning field. These careers include:
- Urban designer
- Planner
- Architect
- Landscape architect
- Developer
- Consultant
Swinburne University of Technology
Overview:
Swinburne University of Technology is a public university located in Melbourne, Australia. It is known for its strong industry connections and focus on real-world learning experiences. Swinburne offers a wide range of academic programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as vocational education and training. The university is also a leader in online education, providing flexible learning options for students.
Services Offered:
Swinburne offers a comprehensive range of services to support students, including:
Student support services:
This includes academic support, health and wellbeing services, financial advice, and support for international students.Work integrated learning:
Swinburne provides opportunities for students to gain real-world experience through placements, internships, and industry-linked projects.Study abroad:
Students can choose to study abroad at one of Swinburne's partner universities.Careers and employment services:
Swinburne offers career advice, job search assistance, and workshops to help students prepare for their future careers.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Swinburne provides a vibrant and diverse campus experience for students. The university has a strong focus on student engagement and offers a range of clubs, societies, and events. Students can also enjoy access to a variety of facilities, including a library, sports facilities, and student accommodation.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Industry connections:
Swinburne has strong partnerships with industry, providing students with access to real-world learning opportunities.Work integrated learning:
Swinburne's guaranteed work integrated learning program ensures that students gain valuable industry experience.Innovative learning:
Swinburne is a leader in online education and uses innovative technologies to deliver its courses.World-class facilities:
Swinburne has state-of-the-art facilities, including the Australian Synchrotron and the Social Good Cloud Innovation Centre.Research with impact:
Swinburne's researchers are dedicated to driving economic and social impact through their work.Academic Programs:
Swinburne offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Aviation
Built Environment and Architecture
Business
Design
Education
Engineering
Film and Television
Games and Animation
Health
Information Technology
Law
Media and Communication
Nursing
Psychology
Science
Trades and Apprenticeships
Other:
Swinburne is a leading university in Australia and is recognized for its commitment to innovation, research, and student success. The university is also committed to sustainability and social responsibility.
Entry Requirements:
- Successful completion of the Swinburne Bachelor of Design (Architecture)
- Successful completion of the Swinburne Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a major in Architecture
- Successful completion of the Swinburne Bachelor of Design (Interior Architecture) (Honours) with an Advanced Minor in Architecture, or
- Successful completion of another three year undergraduate architectural course
- In the case of completing another three year undergraduate architectural course, a review of prior learning of the Swinburne Bachelor of Design (Architecture) will be necessary. Supplemental transitionary classes may be required. Selection will be made using a range of criteria which can include (but not be limited to):
- a pre-selection kit requiring submission of an online portfolio (between 10 and 20 pages)
- a personal motivation statement
- university transcripts.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65%
- or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
