Diploma of Information Technology

The Diploma of Information Technology is ideal for students wishing to pursue a career in IT. It provides a broad introduction to computer science, so you can pursue further studies in specialisations such as software design, information systems and web design. You will progress to the second year of the bachelor’s degree program, and can tailor this towards your career ambitions. The Diploma of Information Technology may also lead to entry level positions in the IT industry, such as help desk roles.

The course can be completed over two or three sessions. It comprises of core (mandatory) and elective units. Students will study 8 units in total from the list below.

Core units

• COMM103 Writing and Research for Science and Engineering
• COMM108 Digital Media Principles
• ITEC101 Principles of Business Information Systems
• ITEC102 Introduction to Programming
• ITEC103 Introduction to Software Design
• ITEC150 Systems Design and Data Management
• Choose 2 elective units
• ENGN100 Fundamentals of Digital Technology and Design
• MATH102 Introduction to Statistics*
• MATH100 Mathematics A*

Our friendly Student Advisors will help you to choose the most appropriate elective units for your program.

You will be required to undertake a Maths Readiness Test prior to finalising enrolment. The Readiness Test will determine if you will need to take an additional support maths program.

Assumed knowledge
To meet the entry requirements for this diploma program, it is assumed that students have completed Australian year 12 maths or equivalent. If not, students may be required to study a bridging subject or support maths program.