Diploma in Information Technology

QUT's Diploma in Information Technology is a pathway program designed to help you successfully progress to the Bachelor of Information Technology. It provides a hands-on approach that allows you to explore areas in information technology and gain an understanding in both computer science and information systems. The Diploma also focuses on developing your academic skills for future success. A highly supportive learning environment with smaller class sizes ensures a more personalised learning journey and a seamless transition to university studies.

The Diploma in Information Technology (IT) is equivalent to the first year QUT's Bachelor of Information Technology (IN01) and Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments (IN05). This premium pathway provides an introduction to building and applying innovative IT solutions across diverse industries and provides additional academic and language support preparing you for successful study in the QUT Science and Engineering Faculty. You will:

• Study on campus as a QUT student with access to all services and facilities across the University.
• On completion with the required results receive a guaranteed place in the Bachelor of IT or Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments with 1 year of advanced standing.
• Study first year academic content.
• Benefit from an interactive learning environment with small classes and more contact hours.
• Develop academic English language skills and progress without the need to take another IELTS test (or equivalent).

This course is taught at QUT College which is located at QUT's Kelvin Grove campus. The College is where you will spend most of your time going to classes and getting to know other international students. You will receive a QUT Student ID card which will give you access to all QUT's outstanding facilities making you part of the fun and exciting QUT university community right from the start. Our community offers lifestyle and social opportunities which will help you to enjoy a richer cultural experience.

Graduates of this course may seek entry to general IT fields or continue their studies with the Bachelor of IT leading to a successful IT career. Some examples are listed below.

• Computer game programmer
• Computer scientist
• Computer-aided designer
• Database manager
• It project manager
• Interaction designer
• Mobile app designer
• Network administrator
• Process and it strategist
• Programmer
• Systems analyst
• Systems programmer

IT10 students can enrol in a maximum of 48 credit points (4 units) per teaching period.

IT10 students can enrol in a maximum of 48 credit points (4 units) per teaching period.