Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
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    Graduate Diploma of Information Technology at Swinburne University of Technology

    Swinburne University of Technology
    Swinburne University of Technology
    Australia
    Australia, Melbourne
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    Graduate Diploma of Information Technology at Swinburne University of Technology

    Swinburne University of Technology offers the Graduate Diploma of Graduate Diploma of Information Technology as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its Hawthorn campus in Melbourne, Australia. Taught in English and completed over 18 month(s), the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for graduate diploma of information technology and related professional fields. Tuition fees are USD 30,676 / year, and the next available intake begins on August 17, 2026.

    About Graduate Diploma of Information Technology

    Overview

    The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology provides you with the practical skills related to the design, construction, operation and support of Information Technology solutions. You’ll learn entry-level skills and techniques as well as the research skills needed to assess the effectiveness of a solution or technology. This qualification is also aimed at students from non-IT backgrounds who want to transition into the industry.

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    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Diploma of Information Technology at Swinburne University of Technology

    Entry Requirements

    Qualifications

    Applicants are required to have completed:

    • a bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline (with few or no studies in information technology – less than one third of the degree); or
    • the Graduate Certificate of Information Technology; or
    • the Postgraduate Qualifying Program (available to International applicants only).

    Applicants are required to have completed:

    • a bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline (with few or no studies in information technology – less than one third of the degree); or
    • the Graduate Certificate of Information Technology; or
    • the Postgraduate Qualifying Program (available to International applicants only).
    Admission requirements

    Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

    Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

    A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.

    Career Opportunities after Completing Graduate Diploma of Information Technology

    Stretch your career further

    • Quantitative Research Analyst
    • Digital Workplace Analysis
    • Support Engineering
    • Network Technician

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,676 / year

    How to Apply

    To apply online, you will need these supporting documents

    • Certified copies of your previous academic results.
    • Certified English language proficiency test results (IELTS, PTE or TOEFL).
    • Letters from your school or employer.
    • If you do not meet the Year 12 design prerequisite a portfolio will need to be submitted for assessment (except for the Swinburne Foundation Year (Design)).
    • A Statement of Activity if there is a gap in study (for example, if you graduated secondary education in 2017 and are applying for one of our courses in 2019, we will require a written statement of what you have been doing in 2018).

    If you are applying for credit, you must include course outlines and translated (English) copies (if required) from your previous or current course. 

    Graduate Diploma of Information Technology at Swinburne University of Technology
    Swinburne University of Technology
    Swinburne University of Technology
    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne

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