Postgraduate courses in IT
Why study postgraduate IT courses online?
Technology is progressing at rapid speed, as is the workforce that surrounds it. It’s a field that demands you stay ahead of the curve. And an online postgraduate IT course can help you do just that.
If you’re thinking about up-skilling, or a career change into the IT field, the employment landscape is showing positive signs. An additional 44,000 jobs are expected to be created in computer science in the next five years alone. It’s where skilled professionals are needed. People just like you.
Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge in cyber security, internet communications, information systems or something else entirely – we can help you achieve it. Not to mention fit it in with your lifestyle. Study anywhere, anytime with Open Universities Australia and you can make your IT career goals a reality.

Postgraduate IT subjects
Postgraduate qualification levels explained

Graduate Certificate
4 subjects | AQF Level 8
A generalist qualification ideal for postgraduates wanting to develop skills in a specific area.
Graduate Diploma
8 subjects | AQF Level 8
A concentrated approach to important skills for postgraduate students seeking a higher level of understanding.
Masters Degree
11-16 subjects | AQF Level 9
A full program of learning to develop postgraduates’ advanced knowledge for professional practice.
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Why study online through OUA?
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Explore and choose from 360+ degrees and 2,050+ subjects from leading Australian unis.
Target specific skills and knowledge
Complete postgraduate single subjects to upskill you one topic at a time.
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Apply for credit for past study, or your work experience, and finish faster.
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Enrol through us, and graduate with exactly the same qualification as on-campus students.
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Load up on subjects, slow down with just one, or take time off when you need a break.
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