Diploma in Information Technology

On completion of the course you will be able to:

1. Analyse user problems and design appropriate and effective IT-based solutions.
2. Have a solid grounding in networking, programming, database and software engineering, while ensuring alignment with business needs and industry standards.
3. Apply ethical and professional practices.
4. Communicate effectively in a variety of contexts.

The Diploma in Information Technology requires 1 year of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time). The course is offered by the College of Science and Engineering.

The course articulates with the 108 unit Bachelor of Information Technology, and the sequentially developed topics enable progression through the awards.

Recommended study pattern

You’ll study 8 topics covering in-demand IT skills including AI principles for solving complex problems, coding proficiency, data analysis and management, and cybersecurity systems.

Core Topics

• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
• Engineering Programming
• Algebra and Functions
• Data Science
• Data Modelling and Information Management
• Fundamentals of Software Engineering
• Professional Skills
• Networks and Cybersecurity.

Award requirements

To qualify for the Diploma in Information Technology, a student must complete 36 units with a grade of Pass (P) or Non-Graded Pass (NGP) or better in each topic, following the program of study detailed in the course handbook.

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Indicative total fee $8,142

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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Grade Point Average (GPA): Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.50 from prior higher education studies.

Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR): A minimum of 50.00 is required for entry into this program.

Minimum Qualification: Completion of a Certificate III or higher from a registered training organisation (RTO).

Flinders Foundation Studies Program: Successful completion of this bridging program qualifies for admission.

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT): An overall score of 132 or higher may be used for entry if no other formal qualifications apply.

Flinders University conducts an English Language proficiency check on applications submitted for consideration to its courses. 

This will be met in a number of ways, including if the applicants: 

• First language is English (i.e. citizenship is held for a country where English is the official language).
• Completed secondary schooling in Australia.
• Completed prior study in English (e.g. a Certificate IV or higher from a recognised Australian training institution).
• Completed one semester of full-time equivalent tertiary study at a higher education institution. 
• Completed a recognised Foundation Studies or bridging program. 
• Performance in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) meets the University's admissions requirements. 
• Registered with an Australian professional registration body relevant to the applicant's proposed course (e.g. applicant holds current registration as a Registered Nurse, General Practitioner, Teacher, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker and such in Australia).
• Achieved a score within an international English language proficiency test such as IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or Cambridge CAE that meets the minimum proficiency for the university.
• Completed an approved English language course from a registered English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) Provider.

In some instances, applicants may be asked to provide evidence they meet the requirements if the information required is not available in their application. 

Credit transfer may be granted, on application, for prior study completed in a relevant honours, graduate certificate, graduate diploma or master degree; accredited professional development; or relevant work experience.

Applications for credit transfer are assessed on a case by case basis according to Flinders University policies. Students must be made an offer for entry into a degree before lodging their completed credit transfer application, along with all necessary documentation for formal assessment.