This is ideal for students wishing to pursue a career in IT. It provides a broad introduction to computer science, so you can pursue further studies in specialisations such as software design, information systems and web design. You will progress to the second year of the bachelor’s degree program, and can tailor this towards your career ambitions. The Diploma of Information Technology may also lead to entry level positions in the IT industry, such as help desk roles.
WHERE THE COURSE CAN LEAD YOU
Successful completion of a SIBT Diploma will allow you to enter a bachelor’s degree at Western Sydney University, Sydney City Campus with 8 units of credit.
*Students can also progress into a Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Networking) with 7 units of credit.
You must complete and pass the required eight units for your Diploma. Graduates who achieve an overall average of 50% (taking into account all units attempted) will gain entry into Western Sydney University, Sydney City Campus. Students who do not achieve this will be considered for entry on an individual basis.
- Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology*
- Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Mobile Computing)
- Bachelor of Information Systems
- Bachelor of Information Systems (Big Data)
- Bachelor of Information Systems (Mobile Computing)
- Bachelor of Information Systems (Networking)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You just need to have completed Year 12 (or equivalent) to qualify for entry into a Diploma program.
We don't focus on your ATAR - instead, we'll look at your overall results as well as those in particular subject areas to determine the program you will be accepted in to.
LENGTH
- 8 or 12 months
POTENTIAL CAREERS
- Artificial intelligence
- Database admin
- E-commerce
- Language technology
- Multimedia and internet development
- Networking
- Programming
- System analysis
- Communication technologies
- Various IT roles
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