ICT50220 | 107313E

Diploma of Information Technology

Take the next step in your studies or elevate your career in technology with the Diploma of Information Technology.

Whether you're taking the next step in your IT studies or looking to fast-track your progression with existing industry experience, this nationally recognised course offers flexible pathways to suit your circumstances.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane

WAYS TO STUDY On campus International

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 27 Jan 2026 Duration: 6 months View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Fee-Free TAFE

Concession

$3,320 - $13,860

Subsidised

$4,700 - $14,940

Full Fee

$8,000 - $18,540

International

$23,000

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Course overview

Step into or advance your career in the dynamic world of Information Technology with this nationally recognised diploma. Designed to support both aspiring professionals and experienced individuals, this qualification offers flexible delivery options tailored to your background and career goals.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, strong future growth is predicted for IT roles such as software developers, systems administrators, and computer network professionals—with around 17,000 job openings expected over the next five years.

General
Designed for those furthering their studies and are new to the IT industry, this stream provides a broad foundation across key areas including programming, web development, cloud infrastructure, networking, and cyber security. You’ll learn to create dynamic web pages, build user interfaces, install and manage enterprise-scale IT environments, and oversee network security.

This stream also covers strategic IT planning, workplace cyber security awareness, and managing client issues in real-world scenarios. Upon completion, you’ll be equipped for roles such as assistant software/web developer, IT administrator, systems administrator, or IT office manager, and have the foundational skills to pursue further study in the IT or cyber security fields.

Accelerated
Tailored for individuals with existing industry experience, this fast-track stream allows you to certify your current in-demand skills in Networking and System Administration or Cloud Engineering, and take the next step in your IT career or education.

You’ll certify your advanced capabilities in installing, configuring, and administering servers, managing networks, overseeing IT projects, and supporting secure operational environments. You’ll also have the option to specialise in either physical network components or cloud-based infrastructure, depending on your career direction.

This stream recognises your current skills and experience, helping you gain formal qualification faster and progress into higher-level roles or progress into further study.

You must provide evidence of relevant industry employment and/or certifications to enrol into this stream.

What can I do?

Network Engineer
Network Administrator
ICT Administrator
Cloud Engineer
ICT Systems Administrator
ICT Office Manager
Analyst Programmer Support
Assistant Software/Web Developer

Course outcome:

ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology

Innovative teaching staff

Our courses are delivered by passionate industry experts with years of experience in the ICT sector. Our teachers understand the technical aspect of the job and are ahead of the game in innovation and development, preparing you for the next big thing in the industry.

Choose your specialisation

This course offers industry specialisations for you to choose from:

Advanced Networking and Cloud Engineering, Advanced Networking and System Administration, Advanced Programming and Front End Web Development.

Fee-Free TAFE

The career of your dreams is within reach thanks to Fee-Free TAFE. Focus on your studies, not your finances and seize your opportunity to get job ready with the industry-relevant skills employers are looking for (eligibility criteria apply). Learn more

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 14 elective units from the list below.

Accelerated course
Select one elective unit group either Cloud Engineering or Complex Networking.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBCRT512

Originate and develop concepts

UNIT CODE :
BSBCRT512

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to originate and develop concepts for products, programs, processes or services to an operational level.
UNIT NAME
Originate and develop concepts

UNIT CODE
BSBXCS402

Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices

UNIT CODE :
BSBXCS402

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote cyber security in a work area.
UNIT NAME
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices

UNIT CODE
BSBXTW401

Lead and facilitate a team

UNIT CODE :
BSBXTW401

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively lead and facilitate a team in a workplace within any industry.
UNIT NAME
Lead and facilitate a team

UNIT CODE
ICTICT517

Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation

UNIT CODE :
ICTICT517

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to ensure information and communications technology (ICT) products and systems match the strategic direction of the organisation.
UNIT NAME
Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation

UNIT CODE
ICTICT532

Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments

UNIT CODE :
ICTICT532

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain professional and ethical conduct, as well as to ensure that personal information of stakeholders is handled in a confidential and professional manner when dealing with stakeholders in an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environment.
UNIT NAME
Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments

UNIT CODE
ICTSAS527

Manage client problems

UNIT CODE :
ICTSAS527

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to liaise and support clients to manage and resolve problems in an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environment.
UNIT NAME
Manage client problems

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

General - elective units

General - elective units

UNIT CODE
ICTCLD507

Build and deploy resources on cloud platforms

UNIT CODE :
ICTCLD507

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to configure, deploy and monitor a range of technology resources of core cloud computing service on a cloud platform.
UNIT NAME
Build and deploy resources on cloud platforms

UNIT CODE
ICTCLD508

Manage infrastructure in cloud environments

UNIT CODE :
ICTCLD508

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to configure, monitor, maintain and update resources running in a cloud environment.
UNIT NAME
Manage infrastructure in cloud environments

UNIT CODE
ICTICT530

Design user experience solutions

UNIT CODE :
ICTICT530

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design solutions using a user experience (UX) methodology, with the users' experience at the centre of design. In this unit, a user refers to a customer or client who will interact and use a product, service and/or platform.
UNIT NAME
Design user experience solutions

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK423

Manage network and data integrity

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK423

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead development of asset protection processes, determining threats and implementing controls to mitigate risk.
UNIT NAME
Manage network and data integrity

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK536

Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK536

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the deployment and administration of enterprise communication solutions. It includes email and remote access email, web portal or content management solution, and enterprise collaboration tools.
UNIT NAME
Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK539

Design and implement integrated server solutions

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK539

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and implement network authentication models that allow users to log in using the same user credentials between multiple operating system platforms and that provides a secure method of file sharing on a single, shared network.
UNIT NAME
Design and implement integrated server solutions

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK540

Design, build and test network servers

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK540

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, install and test servers in complex network environments.
UNIT NAME
Design, build and test network servers

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK542

Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK542

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use tools, equipment, software and protocols to install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers.
UNIT NAME
Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK543

Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK543

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use tools, equipment, software and protocols to install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches and routers.
UNIT NAME
Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches

UNIT CODE
ICTPMG505

Manage ICT projects

UNIT CODE :
ICTPMG505

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the initiation, implementation and completion of reasonably complex Information and Communications Technology (ICT) projects incorporating scope, risk control, cyber security and financial factors.
UNIT NAME
Manage ICT projects

UNIT CODE
ICTPRG430

Apply introductory object-oriented language skills

UNIT CODE :
ICTPRG430

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake introductory programming tasks using an object-oriented programming language including tool usage, documentation, debugging, and testing techniques.
UNIT NAME
Apply introductory object-oriented language skills

UNIT CODE
ICTWEB451

Apply structured query language in relational databases

UNIT CODE :
ICTWEB451

Unit description :
UNIT NAME
Apply structured query language in relational databases

UNIT CODE
VU23215

Test concepts and procedures for cyber security

UNIT CODE :
VU23215

Unit description :
UNIT NAME
Test concepts and procedures for cyber security

UNIT CODE
VU23217

Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation

UNIT CODE :
VU23217

Unit description :
UNIT NAME
Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation

Accelerated - Elective Units

Accelerated - Elective Units

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK421

Install, configure and test network security

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK421

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install, configure and test network security in an organisational environment.
UNIT NAME
Install, configure and test network security

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK423

Manage network and data integrity

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK423

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead development of asset protection processes, determining threats and implementing controls to mitigate risk.
UNIT NAME
Manage network and data integrity

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK536

Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK536

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the deployment and administration of enterprise communication solutions. It includes email and remote access email, web portal or content management solution, and enterprise collaboration tools.
UNIT NAME
Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK539

Design and implement integrated server solutions

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK539

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and implement network authentication models that allow users to log in using the same user credentials between multiple operating system platforms and that provides a secure method of file sharing on a single, shared network.
UNIT NAME
Design and implement integrated server solutions

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK540

Design, build and test network servers

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK540

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, install and test servers in complex network environments.
UNIT NAME
Design, build and test network servers

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK542

Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK542

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use tools, equipment, software and protocols to install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers.
UNIT NAME
Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK543

Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK543

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use tools, equipment, software and protocols to install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches and routers.
UNIT NAME
Install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise switches

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK615

Design and configure desktop virtualisation

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK615

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, and configure, the desktop virtualisation technologies needed to support an enterprise virtualisation business solution.
UNIT NAME
Design and configure desktop virtualisation

UNIT CODE
ICTPMG505

Manage ICT projects

UNIT CODE :
ICTPMG505

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the initiation, implementation and completion of reasonably complex Information and Communications Technology (ICT) projects incorporating scope, risk control, cyber security and financial factors.
UNIT NAME
Manage ICT projects

UNIT CODE
ICTSAS512

Review and manage delivery of maintenance services

UNIT CODE :
ICTSAS512

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to review and manage the delivery of maintenance services.
UNIT NAME
Review and manage delivery of maintenance services

UNIT CODE
ICTSAS524

Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan

UNIT CODE :
ICTSAS524

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement an incident response plan. The results of the incident response plan must be evaluated if they affect the mission of the organisation.
UNIT NAME
Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan

Accelerated - select one unit group only - Cloud Engineering

Accelerated - select one unit group only - Cloud Engineering

UNIT CODE
ICTCLD506

Implement virtual network in cloud environments

UNIT CODE :
ICTCLD506

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and configure a virtual network according to networking requirements for a multi-tiered application on a cloud platform.
UNIT NAME
Implement virtual network in cloud environments

UNIT CODE
ICTCLD507

Build and deploy resources on cloud platforms

UNIT CODE :
ICTCLD507

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to configure, deploy and monitor a range of technology resources of core cloud computing service on a cloud platform.
UNIT NAME
Build and deploy resources on cloud platforms

UNIT CODE
ICTCLD508

Manage infrastructure in cloud environments

UNIT CODE :
ICTCLD508

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to configure, monitor, maintain and update resources running in a cloud environment.
UNIT NAME
Manage infrastructure in cloud environments

Accelerated - select one unit group only - Complex Networking

Accelerated - select one unit group only - Complex Networking

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK529

Install and manage complex ICT networks

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK529

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and manage enterprise-wide information and communications technology (ICT) networks.
UNIT NAME
Install and manage complex ICT networks

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK541

Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK541

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use required tools, equipment, software and protocols to install, operate and troubleshoot switches and routers in a medium-size enterprise network.
UNIT NAME
Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services

UNIT CODE
ICTNWK546

Manage network security

UNIT CODE :
ICTNWK546

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and manage security functions throughout a network.
UNIT NAME
Manage network security

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Bracken Ridge	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	1 year	General: Full time up to 4 days per week	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $13,860 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,940 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $18,540 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Bracken Ridge On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. General: Full time up to 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $13,860 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,940 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $18,540 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Loganlea	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	1 year	General: Full time up to 4 days per week	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $13,860 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,940 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $18,540 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Loganlea On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. General: Full time up to 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $13,860 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,940 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $18,540 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
South Bank	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	6 months	Accelerated: Part time 2 nights per week plus 4 Saturdays	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $3,320 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $4,700 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,000 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
South Bank On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Accelerated: Part time 2 nights per week plus 4 Saturdays The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $3,320 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $4,700 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,000 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
View comparison chart

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Bracken Ridge	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	1 year	General: Full time up to 4 days per week	International: $23,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Bracken Ridge On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. General: Full time up to 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $23,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Loganlea	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	1 year	General: Full time up to 4 days per week	International: $23,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Loganlea On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. General: Full time up to 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $23,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

As an international student at TAFE Queensland you will gain practical, hands-on experience in our purpose-built classrooms, laboratories and workshops with the same tools and equipment used in industry.

Studying with TAFE Queensland, an internationally recognised education provider, will give you the skills and knowledge to launch your career.

No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.

As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations across Queensland, while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle

You will be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements. The number of hours of personal study required is dependent on your existing knowledge, skills and language needs.

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Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220)

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Diploma of Information Technology

COURSE CODE: ICT50220

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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VET Student Loan - $18,838 cap

The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees. The Australian Government charges full fee-paying (non-subsidised) students a 20 per cent loan fee in addition to their tuition fees. A VET Student Loan is a debt that must be repaid.

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International student payment

Our preferred payment method is telegraphic transfer or credit card using Convera Global Pay for Students or the Flywire Payment Portal. Convera and Flywire both allow you to complete your payment in your own currency using a telegraphic transfer with no processing fees or delays.
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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 4 in English, 4 in Maths and 4 in Digital Technology.

If you are applying for a VET Student Loan the required levels to meet academic eligibility, as outlined by Commonwealth guidelines, is Level 4 English and Maths.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

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Selection criteria

Domestic and International Students
To successfully complete this qualification, it is highly recommended applicants for this course should evidence one of the following:

A Certificate III level qualification from the ICT Information and Communication Technology Training Package
Industry Certifications in the field of the Diploma you are applying for
Prior Information Technology experience or technical background relevant to the Diploma

If you are under 17 years of age, special enrolment conditions apply.

Accelerated Program
Entry into the Accelerated Program is via an application process and requires applicants to have at least 2 years' working experience in IT Industry. Experience needs to demonstrate practical knowledge and skills in the field of System Administration, Network Administration and Network Engineering.

International Students
The following selection criteria requirements apply only to International students:

English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent - For a list of all English Language tests 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.

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.

Resources required

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 are both available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You will also be required to have access to:

a 1TB SSD portable external drive
a computer with minimum 16GB of RAM, i7 processor or equivalent, with the capability of running Virtual Machines (when working at home)

Important information

You must be aware that this is not an introductory level of IT, but it is a diploma level of skill and knowledge required across a broad range of IT areas. Basic IT fundamentals would be assumed for all applicants to be successful.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

For International students

International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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