Course overview
Graduate Diploma of Professional Information Technology is a postgraduate (master's) course in computer science & it at charles-sturt-university in Bathurst (and other regional NSW campuses), Australia. It takes 1 year full time, with intakes in Session 1 (March) or Session 2 (July); Port Macquarie.
charles-sturt-university is a public institution, ranked 951–1000 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | charles-sturt-university (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Bathurst (and other regional NSW campuses), Australia |
| Course | Graduate Diploma of Professional Information Technology |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Computer Science & IT |
| Duration | 1 year full time |
| Tuition per year | A$35,760 (≈ ₹23.2 lakh) |
| Intakes | Session 1 (March) or Session 2 (July); Port Macquarie |
| English requirement | Standard Charles Sturt English requirements apply; check the course page |
Interested in Graduate Diploma of Professional Information Technology?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is A$35,760 a year, about ₹23.2 lakh.
2026 annual fee (8 subjects) from Charles Sturt's international course fees page; 2027 fees not yet published there
Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at charles-sturt-university for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Master's degrees need a recognised bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- Applicants without an equivalent degree may enter the Master of Professional IT through the Graduate Diploma of Professional IT.
- Offshore applicants must submit Genuine Student (GS) documents about a week after the application deadline.
English requirements
For this course: Standard Charles Sturt English requirements apply; check the course page.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| English requirement | Charles Sturt applies standard English language proficiency requirements to most courses; the exact IELTS, PTE and TOEFL scores are on each course page. |
| Higher-score courses | Nursing and other health courses set higher scores. |
| Before you apply | Confirm the score for your course and campus with Charles Sturt, as requirements can change each year. |
Intakes
This course starts in: Session 1 (March) or Session 2 (July); Port Macquarie.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in AustraliaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's)
- Degree transcripts and certificate (master's)
- English test result
- Genuine Student (GS) statement and supporting documents
- Financial documents for the student visa
Scholarships
Charles Sturt alumni discount
Postgraduate
Value: 10% off fee-paying postgraduate courses
Charles Sturt graduates returning for postgraduate study.
Official pageGovernment, external and Charles Sturt scholarships
Bachelor's, master's and PhD
Value: Varies by scholarship
International students can apply for government-funded, externally funded and university scholarships; Charles Sturt's page does not list values, so check before applying.
Official page
About charles-sturt-university
Charles Sturt University is a public university based in regional New South Wales, with six campuses in towns such as Bathurst, Wagga Wagga, Albury-Wodonga, Orange and Port Macquarie. It is ranked 951–1000 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and 651–700 by Times Higher Education.
Charles Sturt is known for practical, job-focused degrees in nursing, health, agriculture, veterinary science, teaching, policing and IT, and for a large online student body. It promotes itself as Australia's number one university for graduate employment, based on the Good Universities Guide.
Similar courses
Computer Science & IT courses at other universities in Australia
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- Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security)Adelaide University2 years full time · A$55,400 / year
- Master of Information Technologyaustralian-catholic-university2 years · A$39,240 / year
- Master of Computingaustralian-national-university2 years · A$57,640 / year
- Master of Information Technology (CC54)central-queensland-university2 years · A$39,840 / year
More courses at charles-sturt-university
- Master of Professional Information Technology (with specialisations)2 years full time (128 credit points) · A$35,760 / year
- Master of Business Data AnalyticsUsually 2 years full time (check the course page) · A$32,640 / year
- Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice)Usually 2 years full time (check the course page) · A$35,280 / year
- Master of Project Management and Leadership (Professional Practice)Usually 2 years full time (check the course page) · A$33,920 / year
- Graduate Diploma of Business Data Analytics1 year full time · A$32,640 / year
- Bachelor of Information Technology3 years · A$33,600 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Graduate Diploma of Professional Information Technology at charles-sturt-university?
The tuition for international students is A$35,760 a year (about ₹23.2 lakh). 2026 annual fee (8 subjects) from Charles Sturt's international course fees page; 2027 fees not yet published there. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Graduate Diploma of Professional Information Technology?
The course takes 1 year full time.
What English score do I need?
Standard Charles Sturt English requirements apply; check the course page. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: Session 1 (March) or Session 2 (July); Port Macquarie. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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