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Undergraduate Certificate in Industry 4.0

Study Industry 4.0 at Flinders

Transform your career for a digital world

Study 100% online in 6 months

The Undergraduate Certificate in Industry 4.0 exposes you to the digital technology that will drive the future. It covers key topics of innovation and Industry 4.0, 3D printing, robotics, IoT, cybersecurity, smart industries and design thinking, also including a digital transformation professional project.

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Full fee $12,000, $3,975 with commonwealth supported funding

This course is available at a heavily reduced fee to domestic students in 2021 as a result of government subsidies.

Why study Industry 4.0 at Flinders

  • This course exposes participants to key skills for workplaces of the future.
  • It builds capabilities in innovation, industry 4.0 and digital transformation.
  • Gain exposure to digital transformation and the benefits of digital technologies including 3D printing, robotics, IoT, cybersecurity and smart industries of the future.
  • The course can be done 100% online with an average 3 hours online per week, part-time.
  • It is a micro-credential that can be completed in 13 weeks (one semester) or part-time at half load over a year.
  • Participants graduate with a University Certificate.
  • The program also provides a pathway or credit into the Diploma of Digital Technologies and the Bachelor of Information Technology.

Your career

Industry 4.0 and digital upskilling can enhance your career prospects in a range of industries such as:

  • shipbuilding
  • defence
  • advanced manufacturing
  • health technologies
  • education
  • renewables
  • space industries

Potential occupations

The undergraduate certificate in industry 4.0 takes the workforce into the future through upskilling in areas of need and opportunity to transform industries and workplaces.

Potential employers

Digital upskilling is of interest to a range of employers in boosting the digital readiness and maturity of their organisations including BAE Systems Australia, SMEs, schools, the defence supply chain, manufacturers and health technology companies.

Professional accreditation/recognition

Participants gain a University Certificate on completion, which is AQF accredited.

The program also provides a pathway or credit into the Diploma of Digital Technologies and the Bachelor of Information Technology for participants who wish to pursue further study in the future.

All our Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Computer Science degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level.  Professional ICT courses accredited by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered status as ICT professionals.

Who is the course for?

  • Experienced professionals looking to upgrade their analogue skills for the digital world.
  • Leaders wanting to embark on digital transformation within their organisation.
  • New professionals wanting to understand the latest digital tech.
  • Military personnel looking to transition their careers.  
  • School teachers wanting to educate students in digital tech.
  • Higher education students wanting a complimentary certificate to their studies.

What you will study

Innovation and Industry 4.0

Innovation and industry 4.0 is reshaping all industries, from health, manufacturing and business to energy, space and defence. We introduce students to the approaches to innovation and the interplay with smart technology, data, IoT and robotics. We focus on understanding human and organisational factors in the introduction of new technologies, change management, and the process of innovation in an organisation.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is quickly becoming a key skill in demand across a range of industries, with COVID-19 intensifying the amount of time we all spend online. It permeates all aspects of life as we become more connected through technology, with our personal details, banking, tax and health records all online. We focus on building an understanding of cybersecurity governance, vulnerabilities, risk assessment, and legal and ethical issues.

Digital Transformation Professional Project

Students will gain practical skills by undertaking a professional project for their workplace or an organisation of their choice, focused on the use and application of digital technologies. They will either focus on the technical application of technology (proof of concept) or on the cultural aspects that influence the adoption of digital technologies leading to business transformation, improved outcomes and competitiveness. Students will explore the influences of economic, social, cultural and legal issues affecting organisations that undertake digital transformation projects.

 

Duration and delivery

The course can be taken fully online, with an average 3 hours online per week part-time (with after-hours options if preferred). It is a micro-credential that can be completed in 13 weeks (one semester) or part-time over 25 weeks (or a university academic year of 2 semesters).

Why choose a Higher Education Certificate

By choosing to study a higher education certificate, you’ll gain a university-level qualification that:

  • Takes less time than a bachelor’s degree - allowing you to upskill or get a taste of your career path in as little as 6 months
  • Is cost effective – Commonwealth support is currently making higher education certificates even more affordable. Eligible students can also defer payment through HECS-HELP
  • Gives you a valuable qualification – Flinders’ higher education certificates are AQF accredited
  • Offers you a pathway towards a bachelor’s degree – credits from your studies can go towards further study

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Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous Higher Education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through Adult Entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

For applicants using their SACE (Year 12) results (or equivalent), entry is subject to achieving a minimum selection rank of 60.

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Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.

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For all course enquiries phone or email us or complete the course enquiry form.

1300 354 633

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FAQs

There are many reasons to apply for a higher education certificate. You may want to upskill and progress your career without committing to a longer-term degree, or build on the strength of your current degree by adding a different qualification. You may have a particular passion you want to explore, or want to get a taste of university that could lead you towards a bachelor’s degree.

If you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder, you will be eligible for a discounted Commonwealth supported place (CSP).

The Australian Government is subsidising courses across a range of national priority areas in order to give people the opportunity to upskill or learn new skills to help the workforce and the nation during a difficult economic period. These course subsidies could help you transition to a new role within your existing industry, or prepare you to move to a new industry.

Yes. These are micro-credential courses and can be completed part-time over 25 weeks (or a university year of 2 semesters). To qualify for the government discount, you must enrol and begin your studies in 2021.

No. In order to qualify for the government discount, you must enrol and begin your studies in 2021.

If you are an Australian citizen or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa and meet other eligibility criteria, you won’t have to pay your course fees up front. You can get a HECS-HELP loan for your student contribution portion of your uni fees. More information about HECS-HELP is available here.

Yes. The student services and amenities fee (SSAF) applies to all higher education certificates. More information about the SSAF is available here.

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Last Updated: 01 Feb 2022
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