Graduate Certificate in Computing

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Computing offers advanced Computing topics for career enhancement or preparation for further studies. Students can customize their program with electives in areas like Artificial Intelligence and Database Systems. The certificate provides a pathway to higher-level programs and opens doors to career advancement in industries such as cybersecurity, defense, and aerospace.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Certificate in Computing program is intended for students interested in pursuing a shorter qualification in Computing. This program can serve as a stepping stone to enhance an existing career in the field or to prepare for further studies in computer science. It offers a range of advanced Computing topics that can complement or update existing qualifications. Students can choose from a variety of Computing electives to fulfill their credit requirements. By selecting electives from areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Bioinformatics, Database Systems, e-commerce systems, or traditional and emerging areas of Computing and IT, students can gain new knowledge and abilities or update their current qualifications. Through this certificate program, students can articulate into the Graduate Diploma in Computing and Master of Information Technology.

Careers:

The Graduate Certificate in Computing provides career advancement opportunities for individuals in the cybersecurity, defense, and aerospace sectors. It also enhances knowledge and skills for those currently employed in Computing and IT, enabling them to bridge the gap to more senior or specialized roles. By specializing in Computing, graduates can increase their career progression and earning potential. The program opens doors to a wide range of industries and organizations, such as:

• Telecommunications
• Software Industry
• Research and Development
• Government
• Manufacturing
• Mining
• Agriculture
• Finance
• Transport
• Defense
• Aerospace
• Research
• Cybersecurity
Potential career paths include:
• Computer Science
• Software Development
• Information Technology
• Information Systems
• Software Engineering
• Systems Administration