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Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology

Be a part of the evolving FinTech sphere. Gain in-demand skills. Drive positive change.

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Our team is available during Australian business hours, 9 am to 5 pm.

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Applicants can apply directly to UOW. You may be required to have scans or electronic copies of the following documents ready to attach to your application:

  • Academic qualifications relevant to your application
  • English proficiency evidence (if required)
  • Evidence of your citizenship, passport, or permanent residency status

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Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

Student ?
Year ?
Campus
Wollongong
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration ?
6 months full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Trimester 1 2025
  • Trimester 3 2025
Codes
CRICOS: 115303G
UOW: 3224

Overview

Financial technology (FinTech) is growing exponentially and is transforming the future of business. Built on the intersection of finance and information technology, graduates with skills and knowledge in this area are in demand, helping to identify new opportunities for disrupting markets and driving positive change.

This degree is aimed at students seeking to upgrade existing finance skills or those aspiring to pursue a career within this growing field. Throughout this degree, you will learn to consider the impact of technology on banking and global payment systems, the insurance industry and trading in financial markets.

Explore how blockchain technology facilitates more transparent, efficient and secure transactions by examining digital currencies, smart contracts, tokenisation of assets and decentralised finance.

This degree is available for online study, but only on a part-time basis.

See the course handbook for more information.

Fee subsidised places available

Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology, students may progress into a Master of Financial Technology and be eligible for credit for the four subjects completed within the graduate certificate. Progression into other master’s programs, including the Master of Applied Finance may also be possible.

Graduates of a UOW financial technology degree may wish to pursue a career as an economist, finance manager, analyst programmer or utilise their digital financial literacy skills to enter the FinTech start-up space.

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Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.

  • English Language Requirements

    The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

     

    English Test

    Overall Score

    Reading

    Writing

    Listening

    Speaking
    IELTS Academic

    6.0

    6.0

    6.0

    5.0

    5.0
    TOEFL (Internet-based)

    70

    18

    18

    17

    17

     

    UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Pass (weighted average mark of 50 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

    Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    The Graduate Certificate in Computing provides pathways into Master of Computer Science (or) Master of Information Technology with 24cp specified advanced standing. Students can complete the Master degree in 1.5 years full time study or part time equivalent.

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
WollongongOn Campus$18552 (2025)$18552 (2025)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

  • Trimester 1, 2026 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session. 

    ApplicationDate
    International18 November, 2025
    Domestic (direct)31 December, 2025

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    OrientationCheck your campus details
    Session start9 February, 2026
    Census date2 March, 2026
    Session end1 May, 2026

     

     

  • Trimester 3, 2026 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session. 

    ApplicationDate
    International 2 June, 2026 
    Domestic (direct)30 June, 2026

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    OrientationCheck your campus details
    Session start24 August, 2026
    Census date14 September, 2026
    Session end19 November, 2026

     

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