Fast Facts
Location
Commencing
- Brisbane: March, July, November
Fees
$26,960.00+
+estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load
Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible
Fees currently displayed are indicative only. 2024 fees will be uploaded by October, 2023.
Duration
1 year full-time
Entry Requirements
Successful completion of a course of study equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Certificate
English language requirements
Band P
If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.
CRICOS Code
0100451
Course detail
Begin 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.
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please visit: Diploma of Information Technology [Pathway].
Take the first step towards your dream role with a recognised qualification and a direct pathway to a Bachelor of Information Technology with JCU.
The Diploma of Information Technology [Pathway] is a pathway option into JCU if you need further qualifications to meet the academic entry requirements of your preferred undergraduate course. It also provides an example of what university study will be like prior to enrolling in a full degree.
Some subjects completed as part of this diploma may be eligible for credit towards a subsequent JCU undergraduate degree. Alternatively, you may choose to use your qualification to gain an entry-level position in an IT or IT-related industry.
Handbook year | Information valid for students commencing in 2024 |
Course code | 118421 |
Course type | Diploma (AQF Level 5) |
Owner | Academy |
| College | Science and Engineering |
Award Requirements
Admission Requirements
Course prerequisites | Successful completion of a course of study equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Certificate or Successful completion of JCU Certificate of Higher Education |
Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band P– Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. |
Academic Requirements for Course Completion
Credit points | 24 credit points as per course structure |
Course learning outcomes | On successful completion of the Diploma of Engineering at James Cook University, graduates will be able to:
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Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements | Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please visit: Diploma of Information Technology |
Reasonable adjustments | All JCU students have the opportunity to demonstrate, with reasonable adjustments where applicable, the inherent requirements for their course. For more information please visit: Student Disability Policy and Procedure. |
Course Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
CP1401:03 Problem Solving and Programming I
CP1402:03 Internet Fundamentals
CP1403:03 Design Thinking I
CP1404:03 Programming II
CP1406:03 Web Design and Development
CP1407:03 Introductory Machine Learning and Data Science
BU1007:03 Principals of Data Analysis for Business
MA1020:03 Preparatory Mathematics
Location
COURSE AVAILABLE AT | NOTES |
Brisbane |
Candidature
Expected time to complete | 1 year full-time |
Maximum time to complete | 2 years |
Maximum leave of absence | 1 year |
Progression
Course progression | Nil |
Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | No |
Special assessment | Nil |
Professional accreditation | Nil |
Supplementary exam for final subject | Not applicable |
Credit
Eligibility | Students may apply for a credit transfer for previous tertiary study or informal and non-formal learning in accordance with the Credit Transfer Procedure. |
Maximum allowed | 12 credit points |
Currency | Credit will be granted only for subjects completed in the 5 years prior to the commencement of this course |
Expiry | Credit gained for any subject shall be cancelled 7 years after the date of the examination upon which the credit is based if, by then, the student has not completed this course. |
Other restrictions | Not applicable |
Award Details
Award title | DIPLOMA OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY |
Approved abbreviation | DipInfTech |
Honours award | Not applicable |
Inclusion of stream of study on testamur | Not applicable |
Exit with lesser award | Not applicable |
Course articulation | Students who are awarded the JCU Diploma of Information Technology are eligible for entry into the JCU Bachelor of Information Technology, provided they also meet the relevant English Language entry requirement for the degree. Applicants meeting the entry requirements for these JCU Bachelor programs will receive credit for all subjects successfully completed in this Diploma. Successful Diploma students may alternatively be granted credit for subjects successfully completed under this course towards any other Bachelor degree for which they satisfy the entry requirements. |
Special awards | Students may receive an Award of Recognition in accordance with the Recognition of Academic Excellence Procedure |
Estimated annual tuition fee: $AUD26,960.00
Courses are charged per year of full-time study. International course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.
A Student Services and Amenities Fee is payable per subject up to a maximum amount per year.
Student Visa holders must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of their Student Visa (except Norwegian, Swedish and Belgian citizens). Costs depend on the length of study and the number of dependants accompanying the student. For more information see Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
Scholarships and financial aid are also available for international students.
JCU offers pathway study options if you don't meet the academic or English language requirements for direct entry into your preferred JCU degree, or if you want to enhance your career prospects.
Contact our supportive team to learn more.
Applications for this course should be completed through an agent.
Learn more about JCU Brisbane’s application requirements, or explore the list of current JCUB agents here.
Real stories
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Student
Marina Sugita
Bachelor of Information Technology
What I really like about the course is that it allows me to explore my creative side and come up with innovative solutions that have the potential to make a big difference in the world. I’m glad I chose JCU because it has such a great support network and sense of community.
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Alumni
Alexander Scott
Bachelor of Information Technology
I choose to complete my degree at JCU to turn my passion of tinkering into a career. The highlights of software development include a sense of craftsmanship, diversity of problem domains, and the feeling of pride every time a user says they love our product.
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Lecturer
Lindsay Ward
Information Technology
JCU is a great choice for IT because of its attentive staff, strong industry connections and its award-winning program of integrating Design Thinking across all years of the degree to give students industry-ready skills for the future.
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Employer
Gareck Packer
GP One
JCU graduates are eager to contribute and take on challenges. A graduate’s university experience instills a habit for learning that continues into the workplace, and because of this they’re resourceful and driven. JCU graduates inject great ideas into the business and we’ll continue to rate highly those with a degree.