Diploma of Information Technology [Pathway]
Prepare for jobs of the future. Learn core skills in programming, internet fundamentals, design, data science and mathematics.
egin building your digital dexterity as you learn to identify and diagnose technical issues, create solutions and improve technical systems. Explore career possibilities within the information technology sphere, and which professional roles most interest you. You will study the fundamentals of problem-solving and programming, consider the opportunities presented by machine learning and develop skills in data analysis.
Benefit from personalised learning opportunities as you learn from lecturers dedicated to supporting your success. Gain the required skills to work in both collaborative team environments and on individual projects, meaning you’ll be equipped to flourish in a wide variety of information technology roles. Explore ideas and innovations relevant to multiple information technology contexts and gain deeper insight into this diverse and evolving field.
This course aligns with the subjects, skills and experience developed in Year 1 of the Bachelor of Information Technology at JCU. Successful completion of the Diploma of Information Technology [Pathway] allows you to transition into Year 2 of a Bachelor of Information Technology.
Graduates will also meet the entry requirements of JCU Bachelor’s degrees within other study areas. Whether you pursue further study or enter the workplace, you will possess employable skills, foundational knowledge and an understanding of key information technology strategies relevant to the industry.
Upon completion of the Diploma of Information Technology [Pathway], you will receive credit towards a Bachelor’s degree, meaning you can finish your degree sooner.
Campus Information
Townsville Campus
The campus is located in the Townsville Tropical Intelligence and Health Precinct (TropiQ) in the suburb of Douglas. JCU Townsville is set in a 386-hectare natural bush and parkland setting, 13 kilometres (8 miles) from the Townsville CBD.
Intakes
- March
- July
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Graduates of JCU’s Diploma of Technology (Pathway) progress onto Bachelor degrees that lead to careers in the field of information and communication technology (ICT).
This course is a pathway to the Bachelor of Information Technology and the Bachelor of Technology and Innovation, majoring in Data Science, providing graduates also meet the relevant English Language entry requirement for the degree.
This course is available to international students only.
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Successful completion of a course of study equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Certificate
For More Information Please Connect Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Code: 0100451
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year 02 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
26960 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A