Diploma Of Information Technology

Charles Darwin University

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Career based/Vocational

Qualification

1 Year

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$20534

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The Diploma of Information Technology is designed to reflect general degree course objectives and build towards the graduate attributes of Charles Darwin University. These attributes describe creative, flexible and socially responsible graduates who are able to the acquire, understand and apply concepts and knowledge with a high level of skills in communication, leadership and team work. The Up Education approach meets this commitment to learning through a focus on students, high quality teaching, strict academic standards and helping students to be well-rounded. The Diploma Information Technology has been developed to parallel the existing first year course with the added dimensions of Academic English development, increased contact time with staff and focus on linguistic and cultural gaps that will exist for many students in first year units. Successful completion of this course allows you to enter the second year of the following courses at CDU: Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Computer Science. What will I study? The information provided for this course was valid for the final year of enrolment. Students continuing in this course may find there have been some changes to the unit availability. Students should, in the first instance, refer to the recommended study plan in the newest version of this course to make their unit selection for the current year.

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Admission requirements are met by: Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 50. English language requirements IELTS Academic Module: A minimum overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0. Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): A minimum overall score of 162, with no skill below 154. Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency: A minimum overall grade of B1. Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module: A minimum overall score of 42 with no score lower than 36. TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT): A minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum score of 14 for reading, speaking and listening and a minimum score of 21 for writing.

1 Year - Full time

Fee

A$31,158.00 (US$ 20,534) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

CDU Darwin Waterfront Centre, 21 Kitchener Drive, DARWIN, Northern Territory, 0800, DARWIN, Australia

About

Placed among the top 50 young universities in the world by the 2019 Times Higher Education rankings, Charles Darwin University (CDU) is an internationally-recognised institution. It offers a number of different study options such as vocational courses, traditional on-campus study, and 11 different campuses and centres that offer programmes all around Australia.
Being one of the top five Australian universities for graduate employment and salary outcomes, students at CDU can trust that they will be given all the necessary skills and guidance that will allow them to be ready for the world of work upon graduation. Local businesses often employ students for part-time or casual work, which can provide them with crucial experience when looking for a job.
Charles Darwin University recognises that it operates on the lands of strong indigenous nations, and is committed to being a leader in indigenous education. In fact, the institution teaches more than 4,000 indigenous students in 150 different locations around Australia.
Student Central at CDU provides support on a variety of matters and is dedicated to offering quick advice and guidance for students throughout their study experience. There is also counselling, Peer Assisted Study Sessions, a Careers and Employment Team that supports students in their pursuit of a job, accommodation services and financial support.
Featuring over 22,000 students from more than 55 different countries, CDU offers a diverse and multicultural campus environment across all of its learning centres. The biggest campus is the Casuarina Campus in Darwin, North Australia, that features an extensive library, modern research facilities, accommodation and even a beach nearby.
Lecturers at CDU are experts in their field, and students get the personalised attention they need with small class sizes of just 15-20 people.

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