Diploma in Information Technology

The Diploma in Information Technology prepares students for a range of technology based career options; and provides them with a foundation for further studies associated with a Bachelor of Information Technology.It is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program which offers a broad range of core and directed course options in the chosen area of study.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Callaghan

Full-time - 1 years

Part-time - 1 years

N/A
50

Structure

The Diploma in Information Technology requires the completion of 80 units (made up of 8 courses worth 10 units each). The program is comprised of: 70 units of Core Courses and 10 units of Directed Courses

Subjects

  • Information Technology, Data Science, Software Engineering.

Entry requirements

  • The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, vocational/professional experience, and completed enabling programs. To be considered for admission, applicants must have an unadjusted ATAR (or equivalent) of 50 or above.

Study Pathways

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.