Program Overview

Diploma in Information Technology

The Diploma in Information Technology is designed to equip students with practical skills in programming, data science, and cybersecurity. This program provides real-world experience in designing IT systems, managing data, and solving tech challenges.

Entry Requirements

To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:

• ATAR: 60.00
• GPA: 4.00
• STAT: 150/200
• TAFE/VET: Certificate IV

Key Information

• Guaranteed Entry ATAR: 60.00
• No ATAR? Alternative entry options are available.
• STAT: 150.0
• GPA: 4.0
• TAFE/VET: Certificate IV or above
• Pathway options: Available
• Direct Entry: Yes
• Duration: 1 year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
• Start Dates: March, July
• Annual Fees: 2025 - $8,142 (CSP), 2025 - (FFP)
• Delivery mode: Online, also available in-person
• Practical experience: Available
• Study abroad: Not available
• Prerequisites: None
• Assumed knowledge: None

Course Overview

This course is not available to international students. The Diploma in Information Technology is a 1-year full-time program that can be completed online or in-person. It provides students with hands-on experience in designing IT systems, tackling technological problems, and managing data-rich environments.

What You Will Study

You will study 8 topics covering in-demand IT skills, including:

• AI principles for solving complex problems
• Coding proficiency
• Data analysis and management
• Cybersecurity systems

Core Topics

• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
• Engineering Programming
• Algebra and Functions
• Data Science
• Data Modelling and Information Management
• Fundamentals of Software Engineering
• Professional Skills
• Networks and Cybersecurity

Career Opportunities

This diploma prepares you for a range of flexible, high-paying opportunities in IT, including:

• IT Support Manager
• Data Analyst
• Linux Systems Administrator
• Network Administrator
• Software Developer Expected salaries for these roles range from $90,000 to $150,000.

Potential Employers

• Tech startups
• IT consulting firms
• Corporate IT departments
• Government agencies
• Educational institutions

Professional Accreditations

Graduates will earn an AQF Level 5 Diploma, which meets industry standards and is recognized for entry-level IT roles. It also counts as the first year of the Bachelor of Information Technology, offering a seamless pathway to a degree.

Industry-Relevant Experience

You will gain practical experience sought by employers through project-based learning that mirrors real-world IT challenges. Flinders University is an authorized Cisco Academic, allowing you to undertake courses that contribute towards Cisco certification as a Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) or Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA). You can also earn industry certifications from Fortinet as you study.

Why Study Information Technology at Flinders?

• Kickstart your career in the booming IT industry
• Study a Diploma in IT in just 12 months, online, part-time
• Gain hands-on experience in designing IT systems, tackling technological problems, and managing data-rich environments
• Boost your employability with roles in software development, networking, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and more
• IT professionals are among the most in-demand and well-paid, even at entry-level
• Digital transformation is accelerating, and organizations need skilled IT professionals to manage systems, data, and security
• Scholarships can ease the financial challenges of university study, with options available for high achievers, those in need of financial aid, indigenous, rural, and STEM students.