Diploma in Information Technology
    Go to Queensland University of Technology

    Diploma in Information Technology

    Queensland University of Technology
    Queensland University of Technology
    Australia
    Australia, Brisbane
    University Rank:#213
    Go to Official Website
    Duration12 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 194 / credit
    Next IntakeJuly 28, 2026

    Diploma in Information Technology

    About

    Highlights

    • Provides pathway into QUT's Bachelor of Information Technology.
    • Develop academic and English language skills for successful study in the degree program.
    • Successful graduates will receive 1 year of credit for prior learning (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Information Technology.
    • Learn to operate effectively in an Australian university setting.

    The Diploma in Information Technology (IT) is equivalent to the first year QUT’s Bachelor of Information Technology (IN01) and Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments (IN05). Upon completing the Diploma, you are guaranteed a place in the second year of the Bachelor of Information Technology. This premium pathway provides an introduction to building and applying innovative IT solutions across diverse industries and provides additional academic support, preparing you for successful study in the QUT Science Faculty.

  • Study on campus as a QUT student with access to all services and facilities across the University.
  • On completion with the required results, receive a guaranteed place in the Bachelor of IT with 1 year of advanced standing.
  • Study first-year academic content.
  • Benefit from an interactive learning environment, with small classes and more contact hours.

    • Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum English language requirements

    We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.

    English TestOverallListeningReadingWritingSpeaking
    IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake 5.5 5 5 5 5
    Cambridge English Score
    You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.     		162 154 154 154 154
    PTE Academic 46 38 38 38 38
    TOEFL iBT 56 10 10 15 14

    Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!

    We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

    When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 46
    • IELTSMin 5.5
    • TOEFLMin 56

    Career

    Careers and outcomes

    The course is designed as a pathway to undergraduate study in QUT Information technology and games degrees. Graduates may be employed in entry level positions. The possible careers list below highlights future career opportunities upon graduation from the Bachelor of Information Technology.

    Careers and outcomes

    The course is designed as a pathway to undergraduate study in QUT Infortmation technology and games degrees. Graduates may be employed in entry level positions. The possible careers list below highlights future career opportunities upon graduation from the Bachelor of Information Technology.

    Course articulation

    Once you have successfully completed this course, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Information Technology with 96 credit points of advanced standing.

    Course articulation

    Progression to your related Bachelor degree

    To progress into your chosen degree you will need to meet the conditions listed in your offer letter, including:

    • successful completion of the Diploma in Information Technology.

    To find more information regarding the progression requirements, refer to the 'Requirements' tab for your chosen Bachelor degree, and select 'Australia' from the country list.

    Advanced Standing

    After successful completion of the Diploma in Information Technology you are eligible for 96 credit points (one year) of advanced standing towards the following degree programs.

    Remaining duration and semester of entry into your chosen degree:

    It will take 2 years to complete:

    • Bachelor of Information Technology - February and July entry
    • Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments - February entry

    It will take 2.5 years to complete:

    • Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments - July entry

    Possible careers

    • Computer game programmer
    • Computer scientist
    • Computer-aided designer
    • Database manager
    • IT project manager
    • Interaction designer
    • Mobile app designer
    • Network administrator
    • Process and IT strategist
    • Programmer
    • Systems analyst
    • Systems programmer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    194 / credit

    Diploma in Information Technology

    Queensland University of Technology

    Queensland University of Technology

    Australia

    Australia, Brisbane

    Go to Official Website