Overview
Achieve your dream of becoming an in-demand IT professional. Our diploma offers a practical, supportive program directly leading into the second year of Bachelor of Information Technology.
Our Diploma of Information Technology has been designed for students taking the first step towards our bachelor degree, and professionals building their current IT knowledge and skills.
We help you prepare for a degree with targeted support and tuition. We'll also help you enhance your professional-communication and academic-writing skills.
You’ll learn up-to-date skills and knowledge for a career in IT, including:
- networking (CISCO)
- designing databases
- writing computer programs in Python
- connecting databases to dynamic websites
- scheduling ICT development using Microsoft Project
- using Linux (LPI).
If you successfully complete this diploma you will be eligible for a guaranteed place in the second year of the Bachelor of Information Technology, the Bachelor of Cyber Security or the Bachelor of Data Science.
Hybrid learning (online & in person)
Our Diploma of Information Technology follows a hybrid learning model and is delivered through a combination of on-campus (in person) and online study.
You'll be able to access resources and complete activities online, prior to attending face-to-face sessions, where your learning will be consolidated.
Women in IT
Our Women in Science Engineering program supports our current university students, and inspires women to choose engineering and science careers.
We run hands-on workshops in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines for secondary-school students.
Learning advice
VU’s Learning Hubs are welcoming spaces where you can improve your study and employability skills.
Our students can attend Learning Hubs at one of five VU campuses.
We offer maths, writing, careers and English-language advice, and show you effective ways to study and manage your time.
Our programs include:
- workshops
- drop-in sessions
- peer mentoring
- maths and writing resources
- resume and career guidance.
We also have accessibility support services and counselling services available for all students.
Library & computer facilities
Our campus libraries have photocopying, computing and printing facilities as well as electronic and print resources.
You'll also have access to a rich collection of online resources at any time of the day or night, including:
- databases
- e-learning content for courses
- student email
- student software packages
- social networking tools.
On campus, we make sure that all of our students have access to digital resources. We offer:
- excellent WiFi networks
- more than 4000 computers (PCs and Apple Macs) across our campuses
- a central IT helpdesk for technical help.
Careers in IT
When you graduate, you’ll be qualified for entry-level work in the IT industry, including:
- computer and network support
- website development
- database support.
Salaries
Use Labour Market Insights to find the average salary for an ICT support technician in Australia.
If you continue onto our Bachelor of Information Technology, you’ll be ready to work in higher-level IT roles, earning a higher salary.
Course structure
To attain the Diploma of Information Technology, students will be required to complete:
- 96 credit points
Course structure and units
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- Unit code
- VIT1101
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VIT1102
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VIT1103
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VIT1104
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VIT1201
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VIT1202
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VIT1203
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VIT1204
- Credits
- 12
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
| 1. | Apply a broad body of fundamental knowledge of information technologies in the areas of programming, networking, web development, operating systems, databases, and ICT management; | ||
| 2. | Use the latest information technologies, and with self-learning capabilities, solve real-world ICT-related problems; | ||
| 3. | Exhibit a range interpersonal and academic skills with a strong focus on development practice in an independent or collaborative environment, and; | ||
| 4. | Present foundation technical and theoretical knowledge and skills for industry certifications from reputable international vendors, CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-1). |
What's a unit?
A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.
Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take and optional elective units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.
Credits
Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.
Admissions
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Applicants for this course will need to have met the academic requirements and prerequisites for this course outlined below.
Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.
Entry requirements
Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent).
PLUS
IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 5.5 (with no band less than 5.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).
Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.
Pathways & credits
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Pathways from VU courses
If you have completed any of the following course(s), you will be guaranteed a place in this course. In some cases you may receive credit for your previous study, reducing the time it takes to complete your course.
You will be guaranteed entry only.
You will be guaranteed entry only.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Credit for skills and past study
Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.
If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.
Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course chair or academic adviser.
Pathways to further study
On completion of this course you will be guaranteed entry into the following degree and in some cases receive credit for your study:
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
Find out more about our study pathways to VU
How to apply
We are currently accepting international applications, and we welcome you to apply for this course.
Click 'apply' to begin, and we will guide you through the application process.
If you have questions, please get in touch:
- Phone: +61 3 9919 1164
- Online: enquiry form
Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students. Fees are accurate at the time of viewing and will be subject to annual increases. Some courses require students to purchase equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above – check your Letter of Offer for an estimate on non-tuition-fee-related expenses.
VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this course information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that course information is current with the Student Contact Centre.
