Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
Domestic students
While there are no formal entry requirements for this course, TAFE Queensland recommends that to increase your likelihood of success, you should:
- have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent or
- be a mature age applicant or
- have sound learning, reading, writing and literacy, and numeracy (ASCF Level 3).
Prior IT and or networking experience or knowledge is not required but is an advantage.
Please note: the part-time program is designed and recommended for students with experience or who are currently working in industry, preferably the IT industry.
International students
The following selection criteria requirements apply only to International students:
- Learners entering this course must be at least 18 years of age;
- English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 5.5 (no individual band less than 5.0) or ISLPR 2+ on all skills or other - For a list of all English Language test accepted by TAFE Queensland International;
- Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. For more information on the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12; and
- Prior IT and or networking experience or knowledge is not required but is an advantage.
Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place. TAFE Queensland has entered an agreement with Union Institute of Language (UIL) to facilitate the provision of the welfare services (fees apply).
Resources Required
No specific resources are required to successfully complete this course.
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
Students can bring their own devices including an external USB hard drive and laptop. Students will need to provide their own general stationery items.
Need to know
To be considered for future internship and employment opportunities with our industry partners you will need to complete a Criminal History Check (yellow card) and apply for a Blue Card (working with children check).
Please note: TAFE Queensland wishes to warn you, as a Blue Card applicant, that it is an offence for a disqualified person to sign a Blue Card application. For further information regarding 'disqualified' persons, please contact Blue Card Services.
Expired qualification
This accredited course is expiring on 31 December 2022. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 30 December 2024. Enrolments must be finalised by this date.
