Diploma of Information Technology - ICT50220

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

University Rank:#125

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Duration1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 18,122 / Total

Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

Diploma of Information Technology - ICT50220

About

In the RMIT Diploma of Information Technology, based in Melbourne, you will be guided by experienced teachers with extensive industry experience to develop a project portfolio designed to help launch a career in IT.

As part of your study in a world-class university environment, you will learn how to:

create a web-based solution for a client
develop mobile applications
apply project management skills to an IT project.

You will learn how to install, operate and troubleshoot medium enterprise routers and switches, design user experience (UX) solutions, build dynamic websites, design and integrate databases, design, build and test network servers, and more. You will also build professional skills including promoting cyber security awareness and best practice, managing client issues, and originating and developing concepts.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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English Requirements

PTEMin 42
IELTSMin 5.5
TOEFLMin 50

English Program Requirements

To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36)
C1 Advanced: minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Upper Intermediate at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

Employment outcomes for IT graduates vary depending on the level of qualification. In the vocational education sector, 83.7 per cent of diploma graduates are employed six months after graduation.

Graduates work in:

IT project management
software development
database development
networking
web development.

This diploma also offers graduates a pathway to more specialised studies, opening up additional career paths in IT and related industries. Graduates should take advantage of opportunities to advance and/or specialise in a wide range of technologies and be prepared to continue training throughout their career to remain industry-relevant.

Employment for ICT professionals is anticipated to grow strongly in the next few years.

Jobs and Skills Australia projects that work opportunities for ICT network and support professionals are set to increase by 13.6% to 2028.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

18,122 / total

Application Fee 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.

Diploma of Information Technology - ICT50220

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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