Graduate Certificate in Information Governance

Gain essential knowledge in information technology as well as business and legal aspects of information governance. This degree is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to operate with best practice as professionals engaged in managing information assets and ensuring regulatory compliance. The Graduate Certificate creates a pathway to higher studies and/or commencing a career in Information Governance.

Graduate Certificate in Information Governance

Duration

Full Time: 6 Months (Available Part Time)*

Next Start Date

24 June 2024

06 January 2025

Closing Date

Campuses
Parramatta South UAC 950363
Domestic Student Fees
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Indicative annual fee from $11,885

Additional Information

Program Code: 3774

CRICOS Code: 103726E

Guide, govern, protect information

As the knowledge economy continues, information is now the most important asset for businesses. Companies with a proactive and protective information-governance program create opportunities to maximise the value of all business information. They ensure regulatory compliance and minimise risk in an increasingly security-conscious global environment. At Western, the continually changing information landscape has led to the development of our Information Governance degrees. The only programs of their kind, these degrees will transform you into a professional with cross-disciplinary knowledge of information governance, including an in-depth understanding of the leading issues in business, law and computing. If you want to be a leader in information management and data security, apply for our upcoming intake.
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What you can expect to study

The program structure is outlined in our handbook. Here you can view all of the subjects you will be studying.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

  • Information management
  • Data security
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Entry requirements for domestic students

Please consult the handbook for more information regarding entry requirements for this course.

You can read more about special requirements here.

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Entry requirements for international students

**Please note, if this course lists a part-time option, this is not available to International Students on a Student Visa.

Please consult the handbook for more information regarding entry requirements for this course.

You can read more about international academic entry requirements here.

Indicative annual fee

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Apply as a Domestic Student

If you are a domestic student, you can apply through our Western Application system which is free of charge.

Domestic students are:

  • Australian Citizens
  • New Zealand Citizens
  • Australian permanent residents
  • Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders

Scholarships

Western Sydney University recognises and rewards students who demonstrate community engagement, outstanding academic ability and superior leadership skills. Donor-funded scholarships are also available, providing support for students based on both academic achievements and equity considerations. There are also scholarships available for specific degrees. 

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Apply as an International Student

If you are an international student, you can apply for free through our international student application system or through an agent representative.

International students are:

  • Not an Australian citizen;
  • Not a New Zealand citizen; and
  • Not a permanent resident of Australia.

Admission to Western Sydney University is on the basis of meeting minimum academic and English language requirements. For more information about tuition fees and other costs, visit the Fees and Costs page.

Scholarships

When you apply to Western, you’re automatically assessed for a Scholarship, no additional application required! We’re offering multi-year scholarships (for up to 3 years) valued at $6,000 or $3,000 and even 50% off tuition fees. Scholarships are awarded on academic merit.

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Want to know more?

We're here to provide clarity.

If you're uncertain about your study journey, enquire about our program today and gain the confidence to move forward.

Australian students
1300 897 669

International students
+61 2 9852 5499

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OTHER STUDY OPTIONS

Master of Information and Communications Technology

Full Time: 2 Years (Available Part Time)*

Master of Information Governance

Full Time: 2 Years (Available Part Time)*

Graduate Diploma in Information Governance

Full Time: 1 Year (Available Part Time)*

The tuition fees quoted above are the fees for the normal full-time study load of the program (40 credit points) per annum. International students will be subject to a variable fee regime; i.e. enrolled students will be required to pay fees during their program based on the approved fee for each calendar year. Fee changes (if any) will occur at 1 January each calendar year. Students who extend their program past the normal finish date of the program will be required to pay additional fees based on the prevailing fee level. Western Sydney University is a multi-campus institution. The University reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary. Students should be aware of the possibility of change of location for the whole or part of programs for which they enrol and should plan for the need to travel between Western Sydney campuses.