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Diploma of Information Technology - ICT50118

Learn about programming, web development (PHP and content management systems), operating systems, networking, database modelling and implementation.

Quick facts

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Quick facts

  • Entry score

    Not applicable

  • Duration

    Full-time 1 year, Part-time may be available

  • Location

    Melbourne City

  • Fees

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  • Next intake

    February, July

  • Entry score

    IELTS 5.5

  • Duration

    Full-time 1 year

  • Location

    Melbourne City

  • Fees

    AU$21,500 (2021 annual)

  • Next intake

    February, July
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Domestic,International

Sorry, this program is not available for local students.

Please contact us for more information.

Sorry, this program is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa.

If you hold a different visa type, you may be eligible. Please contact us for more information.

Overview

You will be guided by experienced teachers with extensive IT industry experience to develop a project portfolio designed to help launch a career in IT.

In this diploma, you will learn how to:

  • create a web-based solution for a client
  • develop mobile applications
  • apply project management skills to an IT project.

Details

How you will learn

Most of your classes will be held in RMIT's Swanston Academic Building which features innovative learning spaces interspersed with retail and social spaces resulting in a stimulating environment for students.

RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures, seminars, workshops, presentations and group discussions.

Through RMIT University’s online learning portal, myRMIT, you will be able to view online resources and learning activities created by lecturers, access course materials, collaborate with lecturers and fellow students, and access your student email account. Educational software, the Learning Hub, resources and printers are accessible on campus via the RMIT wireless network using your own laptop, tablet or smart phone or via computer facilities on-campus. You will be able to access the same software from home using myDesktop.

Find out more about student computing at RMIT.

Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes examinations, essays, reports, presentations, group projects, and practical assignments.

Industry connections

You will develop project management experience and apply knowledge you've developed in class by working on industry projects with real clients where possible.

Guiding the development of the College of Business, both nationally and internationally, is an Industry Advisory Board of high-profile executives chaired by Gerhard Vorster, Chief Strategy Officer, Deloitte. The Board creates a strategic bridge between the latest in technology and design thinking and business.

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.

Key people

Duration

International student visa holders can only study full-time.

Electives and program structure

You will learn a broad spectrum of technical skills in computing and business information technology, with emphasis on website design, software development, database design, operating systems and networking.

The Diploma of Information Technology combines core courses and electives:

  • four core courses
  • twelve electives from the following areas
    • networking
    • programming
    • IT support
    • project management
    • web design and development.
  • four additional electives.

Choose a program structure

Program code: C5395
National curriculum code: ICT50118
Title Location Duration Plan code CRICOS
Diploma of Information Technology City Campus
1 year full-time study mode
1 year full-time
 C5395 099783A

Choose a program structure

Program code: C5395
National curriculum code: ICT50118
Diploma of Information Technology
Location
City Campus
Duration
1 year full-time study mode
1 year full-time
Plan code
C5395
CRICOS
099783A

VTAC Code

If you are eligible to apply via VTAC, copy and paste the below code into VTAC search.

  • Plan C5395 - 3200372294
  • Guaranteed Pathway package Information Technology (Diploma) / Business (Degree) - 3200310904

Please ensure that you have checked the admissions requirements and apply page before applying.

Career

Employment outcomes for IT graduates vary depending on the level of qualification. In the vocational education sector, 83.7 per cent of diploma graduates are employed six months after graduation. This program also offers graduates a pathway to more specialised studies, opening up additional career paths in information technology and related industries.

Employment for ICT professionals is anticipated to grow strongly between now and November 2018. Graduates should take advantage of opportunities to advance and/or specialise in a wide range of technologies and be prepared to continue training throughout their career to remain industry relevant.

Graduates work in: 

  • IT project management
  • software development
  • database development
  • networking
  • web development.

Sources: National Centre for Vocational Education Research Student Outcomes; Department of Employment, Employment Projections.

Professional recognition and accreditation

Enrolled students can apply for student membership of the Australian Computer Society.

The Society has reciprocal membership agreements with computer societies in New Zealand, USA, Canada, UK, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Malaysia and Singapore.

Graduates can apply for ACS Certified Professional (CP) status to gain global recognition as an ICT professional.

Admissions

Current Year 12: Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent or the Australian Senior VCAL Certificate.

This program does not select on ATAR.

Non Year 12: Completion of post-secondary studies or at least 6 months’ work experience.

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school qualification).

Visit the Entry requirements by country page to find the equivalent to an Australian Year 12.

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

None

Selection tasks

Non-Year 12 applicants applying through VTAC must complete and submit a VTAC Personal Statement online if they wish other information to be considered.

Applicants should explain their reasons for wanting to study the program and include details of any relevant work or other experience.

Please refer to VTAC for full details on selection tasks.

Prerequisites

None

Selection tasks

None

English language requirements

To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

  • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0)
  • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing)
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36)
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Upper Intermediate Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.

Pathways

 

Guaranteed Pathways

Guaranteed Pathways gives you the option to preference pathway packages in VTAC.

If you apply and are successful in gaining a place in a Guaranteed Pathway package, you will progress straight into the Bachelor Degree upon successful completion of the relevant vocational degree (otherwise known as TAFE) first.

With a Guaranteed Pathway package, you can graduate with two internationally-recognised RMIT qualifications.

The completion of the Business Stream of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation may provide a pathway into the Diploma of Information Technology at RMIT.

Credit and recognition of prior learning

Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience. Find out if you might be eligible.

Pathway options

You can gain entry to the Diploma of Information Technology from RMIT Foundation Studies or a range of vocational study programs.

Further Study

When you successfully complete the Diploma of Information Technology you are guaranteed entry into a range of other RMIT programs. The program you choose determines the amount of credit you will receive.

You will receive 24 credit points in the Associate Degree in Business.

You will receive 36 credit points in the Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance) (Applied).

You will receive 1 semester of advanced standing (equivalent to 60 credit points) in the following programs:

You will receive 2 semesters of advanced standing (equivalent to 96 credit points) in the following programs:

For more detailed information on the above pathways, please refer to College of Business Vocational Education to Higher Education Advanced Standing.

You may be eligible for entry into other RMIT vocational study or undergraduate programs.

Fees

Fee summary

2021 fees

The tuition fees you will pay for this program will depend on whether you are offered a Victorian Government subsidised place or a full-fee place. To find out if you are eligible for a government subsidised place, follow the steps at How to check if you are eligible.

  • 2021 government subsidised place: AU$9,250* per annum
  • 2021 full-fee place: AU$13,750* per annum

*Fees shown are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.

Fee finder

Use our fee finder to get an estimate of your fees for this program.

Additional expenses

  • Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$313 maximum fee for 2021.
  • Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment.

Annual fee adjustment

The student tuition fees as displayed by the fee finder are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.

Eligibility Exemption criteria

**The Victorian Government is currently waiving three (3) eligibility criteria around prior qualifications. This means that more people who want to study a vocational education program at RMIT, and who have studied previously, will be able to access a government subsidised place in a program. Find out how to check your eligibility

Defer your payment

The Australian Government provides financial assistance via the VET Student Loans scheme, which allows eligible students in eligible programs to defer payment of their tuition fees, up to the maximum loan amount for their program.

Learn more about fees for vocational study.

Payments and refunds

For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds.

Fee assistance

VET Student Loans

The Australian Government provides financial assistance via the VET Student Loans scheme, which allows eligible students in eligible programs to defer payment of their tuition fees, up to the maximum loan amount for their program.

How does a VET Student Loan work?

If your VET Student Loan application is successful, the Australian Government will pay RMIT your tuition fees on your behalf, up to the maximum loan amount for your program.

Your VET Student Loan becomes part of your VETSL debt. You will start repaying your accumulated VETSL debt to the Australian Government once you earn above the minimum income threshold for repayment, which is adjusted each year (this also applies if you are still studying).

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will calculate your compulsory repayment for the year and include this on your income tax notice.

For more information see VET Student Loans or Study Assist.

Vet Student Loan cap

If your program is eligible for the VET Student Loan scheme and has a loan cap that doesn’t cover the total amount of the tuition fees for your program, then you’ll need to pay RMIT the difference by the due date once you exceed the cap.

It’s easy for you to keep track of your VET Student Loan debt, and you can choose to make upfront payments at any time before the census date. 

Additional expenses

In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.

The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2021 is $313.

For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.

You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.

Scholarships

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships.

Fee summary

The total indicative tuition fee for 2021 commencement is AU$21,500.

View tuition fees for future years.

Other costs

In addition to tuition fees you also need to pay for:

You also need to account for your living expenses. Estimate the cost of living in Melbourne.

Important fee information

Find out more details about how fees are calculated and the expected annual increase.

Applying for refunds

For information on how to apply for a refund as a continuing international student, please see Refunds.

Scholarships

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships.

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