Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice (Microsystems Technology)

Degree Level Postgraduate

Years

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
1 year(s) full-time

Program Code
LGPP

Fees
AUD$ 25,250 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2012

English Language Requirements

IELTS total [6.5]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
066997D

Entry requirements
Applicants should hold a completed Bachelors degree in a related discipline or equivalent qualification from a recognised higher education institution. Normally, this qualification will be an engineering degree, or equivalent qualification.
English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
English language test
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)
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Aim

This program aims to provide flexible opportunities for students to enhance their graduate professional practice skills and readiness for professional employment together with extended core knowledge in their chosen field.

Content & Structure

Students complete 18 units of core courses and 18 units of specialisation electives.

What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
CORE COURSES
Compulsory Core (9 units) - select 9 units from the following courses:
Academic Skills for IT Professionals	INFS 5073	4.5	Note(s): 1
Information Technology Project Management M	INFS 5057	4.5	Note(s): 2
OR
Principles of Project Management	BUSS 5142	4.5	Note(s): 2
OR
Strategic Project Management	BUSS 5257	4.5	Note(s): 2
OR
Project Planning and Control G	MFET 5040	4.5	Note(s): 2
Core Electives - select 9 units from the following courses:
People, Organisations and Leadership	BUSS 5114	4.5
Learning in the Workplace 1	EDUC 4190	4.5	Note(s): 3
Learning in the Workplace 2	EDUC 4191	4.5	Note(s): 3
Learning in the Workplace Project	EDUC 4192	9	Note(s): 3
Principles of Systems Engineering	EEET 4052	4.5
Professional Practice Guided Study	ENGG 5007	4.5
Technology Innovation and Principles of R&D Management	MFET 5025	4.5
SPECIALISATION COURSES
Select 18 units from the following Microsystems Technology specialisation:
Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems	EEET 4047	4.5
Microengineering Technology	EEET 4061	4.5
VLSI Design G	EEET 4045	4.5
Optical Communications G	EEET 4046	4.5
Computational Science 1	PHYS 2003	4.5
Engineering Research Practice	EEET 5004	4.5	Note(s): 4

Rules & notes

Notes

1. Students who already possess the skills developed in this course can apply for exemption and substitute another course with the approval of the Program Director.

2. Students enrolled in this specialisation may select any one of these project management elective courses and should consult the Program Director for advice on the course that would best suit them.

3. Enrolments in these courses are subject to availability of placements and satisfactory supervisory arrangements.

4. Students proceeding to the corresponding Master of Engineering program and intend to enrol in the Masters courses Minor Thesis 1 and 2 will be required to complete the course Engineering Research Practice in the Graduate Diploma.

5. Students may substitute alternative specialisation courses with the approval of the Program Director.

6. This specialisation provides a pathway for subsequent entry to the Master of Engineering (Microsystems Technology) (LMEE).