CQ University

Diploma of Information and Communications Technology

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)

The Diploma of Information and Communication Technology combines leading-edge knowledge with practical experiences providing you with the confidence to pursue a career in IT. Using the latest hardware and software while you learn, you will develop a range of skills in programming, database design, and network infrastructure. To grow your expertise further and advance your career in a fast-paced and dynamic industry, this course provides you an entry pathway into the Bachelor of Information Techn

Official
Duration
1 years
Qualification
Diploma
AQF 5
Campus
Brisbane
QLD · +5 more campuses
Course code
CRICOS 063667B
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Course overview

The Diploma of Information and Communication Technology combines leading-edge knowledge with practical experiences providing you with the confidence to pursue a career in IT. Using the latest hardware and software while you learn, you will develop a range of skills in programming, database design, and network infrastructure. To grow your expertise further and advance your career in a fast-paced and dynamic industry, this course provides you an entry pathway into the Bachelor of Information Technology. This course will provide you with the underpinning knowledge and skills in information technology (IT), and can also provide an entry pathway into the Bachelor of Information Technology. During your education and training you will develop a range of skills in computing and information technology. Benefit from access to the latest hardware and software while you learn. The Diploma of Information and Communications Technology combines theoretical and practical approaches, providing you with the confidence to pursue a career in this growing industry. In addition to being a stand-alone qualification, the course provides an entry pathway into other programs. You may be eligible for credit for units completed within this program into the Bachelor of Information Technology.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.

Academic qualifications

Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.

China Senior Middle 3

Gao San academic subjects 65%

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 5.5 · R 5.5 · W 5.5 · S 5.5

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    Rank Threshold: ATAR/SR: 60. Prerequisites: English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent. English Language Proficiency Requirements: If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of: A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0 completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency. If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores: An International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components; or English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

IntakeCampusStartsApplications closeTuitionFor
2027 · Semester 1Brisbane Campus8 March 2027—$39,840per yearInternational students
2027 · Semester 2Brisbane Campus12 July 2027——International students
2027 · Trimester 3Brisbane Campus8 November 2027——International students

Where it is taught

  • Brisbane Campus

    Primary

    Brisbane, QLD

  • Cairns Campus

    Cairns, QLD

  • Melbourne Campus

    Melbourne, QLD

  • Online

    QLD

  • Rockhampton Campus

    Rockhampton, QLD

  • Sydney Campus

    Sydney, QLD

References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Diploma of Information and Communications Technologycqu.edu.au
  2. CQ Universitycqu.edu.au
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. International Students Course Guide 2027Official source
  5. Academic requirementsOfficial source
  6. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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Diploma of Information and Communications Technology at CQ University: Fees & Entry Requirements