Diploma of Information Technology
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    Diploma of Information Technology

    University of Canberra
    University of Canberra
    Australia
    Australia, Canberra
    University Rank:#404
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 22,611 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJune 29, 2026

    Diploma of Information Technology

    About

    Your direct path to a career in Information Technology

    The Diploma in Information Technology is the perfect place to start your IT journey, and provides entry into UC’s bachelor degrees in IT, software engineering or business informatics.

    You might dream of being a web designer, games programmer, business analyst, IT security expert or perhaps a project manager. Whatever the IT role, our Diploma in Information Technology will provide the foundation you need.

    Study a Diploma in Information Technology at UC and you will:

    • be supported to develop the skills needed for ongoing success in your studies, and
    • be broadly prepared for any field of information technology available today.

    Study opportunities

    Finishing your diploma gives you direct entry to the 2nd year of our:

    Important to know

    • This diploma takes two trimesters to complete at full time study (a total of 8 months).
    • If English is your second language you will need an Academic IELTS of 5.5 or TOEFL equivalent.

    Note: UC College courses fees may differ – please visit our Course Fees page for more information.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Students are required to meet English Language requirements and general admission requirements to the University of Canberra College.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 50
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 60

    English Program Requirements

    An overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 5.5, with no band score below 5.5. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    22,611 / year(s)

    How to Apply

    If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

    Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

    If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

    International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

    You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia:

    • an Australian Year 12
    • the International Baccalaureate
    • the New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.

    Diploma of Information Technology

    University of Canberra

    University of Canberra

    Australia

    Australia, Canberra

    Go to Official Website