The Diploma of Information and Communication Technology integrates cutting-edge knowledge with hands-on experiences, instilling you with the competence to embark on a career in IT. Through utilization of the latest hardware and software during your studies, you'll cultivate a diverse skill set encompassing programming, database design, and network infrastructure. This program not only equips you with foundational knowledge and skills in information technology (IT) but also serves as a stepping stone into the Bachelor of Information Technology, allowing you to further expand your expertise and advance within the fast-paced and dynamic IT industry.

Throughout your educational journey, you'll acquire a comprehensive range of computing and information technology skills, facilitated by access to state-of-the-art hardware and software resources. The Diploma of Information and Communications Technology adopts a balanced approach, integrating both theoretical concepts and practical applications, thereby empowering you to confidently pursue a career in this burgeoning field.

Furthermore, aside from being a standalone qualification, this course offers an entry pathway into various other programs. Completion of units within this diploma may also make you eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Information Technology program.

COURSE STRUCTURE:
Completion of a total of eight units is mandatory for this course.

UNIT INFORMATION:
For detailed information regarding the units offered in this course, please refer to the Handbook and navigate to the "Course Structure" tab.

CREDIT TRANSFER:
Candidates who have completed relevant prior studies may be eligible for credit transfer.

Upon completing the Diploma of Information and Communications Technology, you'll be equipped to pursue various employment opportunities, including positions such as:

- Administrator
- Application Specialist
- Communications Specialist
- Database Designer
- Network Engineer
- Programmer
- Systems Administrator
- Systems Analyst
- Technical Writer
- Web Designer
- Web Programmer

Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent; or completion of AQF Certificate IV or equivalent.

For English language proficiency, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

- International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) with an overall band score of at least 6.0, and a minimum score of 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum overall score of 550 and a minimum Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.5 for the Paper Based Test, or a minimum overall score of 75 for the Internet Based Test with no sub-score less than 17; or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) with an overall score of 54 and no sub-score less than 46; or
- Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.