Diploma of Information Technology

Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Exercise judgement to identify problems and contribute to their solutions within defined information technology settings.
2. Apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills within defined information technology contexts to solve a range of problems.
3. Apply ethical and sustainable values and practices within defined information technology contexts.
4. Apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills within defined information technology contexts to solve a range of problems.
5. Exercise judgement to identify problems and contribute to their solutions within defined information technology settings.
6. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work in defined information technology contexts.
7. Apply academic knowledge and skills to communicate information, concepts, and solutions, individually and/or in a team within defined information technology contexts.
8. Demonstrate an awareness of diverse cultural perspectives within defined information technology contexts.

Looking for a career in the dynamic world of IT? The Diploma of Information Technology is an excellent place to start. Combining foundation IT units with academic skills units, this course has a focus on developing technical skills and knowledge with a clear pathway to a Bachelor degree.

Successful completion of the Diploma of Information Technology will enable entry and up to eight units of credit towards the Southern Cross Bachelor of Information Technology.

The Diploma of Information Technology is offered through SCU College, where we recognise our students may have different approaches to learning. We connect you to peers and nurture your success with additional workshops to develop your academic and study skills.

Recommended study pattern

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:

• Data Communications and Networks
• Programming I
• Web Development I
• Cybersecurity.

Plus there’s a selection of electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.

Award requirements

To be eligible to receive the Diploma of Information Technology, students must complete 8 units (96 credit points), comprising:

• 7 core units (84 credit points); AND
• 1 option unit (12 credit points).

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Indicative total fee $9,314

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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English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows:

Overall - 5.5

• Listening - minimum 5.0
• Reading - minimum 5.0
• Speaking - minimum 5.0
• Writing - minimum 5.5

Applicants or students that can provide supporting documents to verify they already know, understand and can perform the learning outcomes for one or more units within a Southern Cross course, are eligible to have their prior learning assessed for credit by submitting an application for Advanced Standing.