The Diploma of Information Technology is a one-year full-time [or part-time equivalent] AQF level 5 qualification, which can telescope into a Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT, AQF 7) with two further years study. The BIT is described in detail in a separate course proposal. The Dip IT is designed to enable students to acquire a broad, coherent foundational and applied knowledge of the key theories and practices that underpin the profession of Information Technology, and to enable graduates to operate in dynamic
The Diploma of Information Technology is a 1-year, 2-semester diploma. To fulfil the requirements of the award, students must complete a total of 80 credit points or 8 units. Each unit is 10 credit points.
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Minimum Age to Apply | all students (domestic and international) must be 18 years of age or over at the time that they commence the course for which they have applied.
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Academic Entry Requirements | Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent. |
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IELTS Score (Minimum) | Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate competency in the English language. English proficiency can be demonstrated by providing proof of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall test result of 6.0 (no band lower than 5.5 and writing at 6 or above) or equivalent English language test such as TOEFL or PTE.
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A graduate of the Dip IT will be able to enter a para-professional role in IT. Most students who choose the CIHE will want an education that prepares the way for an entry level role in Software Development and Network Administration. However, the course will also prepare students for a variety of related roles where labour market demand is currently growing.