
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.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Brisbane Campus | 8 March 2027 | — | $39,840per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Brisbane Campus | 12 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Trimester 3 | Brisbane Campus | 8 November 2027 | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
Brisbane Campus
PrimaryBrisbane, 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.

