Diploma of Information Technology (2-Trimesters), Leading to Bachelor of Information Technology

Navitas Group - University of Canberra College

Australia,Australian Capital Territory

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 30,300/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

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Australia, Australian Capital Territory

Type: College

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1930

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Building 5, Bruce ACT 2617, Australia

Diploma of Information Technology (2-Trimesters), Leading to Bachelor of Information Technology

Program Overview

If you don’t yet meet the entry requirements for the UC course you’re aiming for, UC College’s diplomas –  also known as higher education diplomas – will provide you with an introduction to your chosen study area. They act as an alternative entry pathway for admission to UC undergraduate courses and prepare you for university study.


Diploma of Information Technology
The Diploma in Information Technology gains you entry into UC’s bachelor degrees in IT, software engineering or business informatics, and is the perfect place to start your IT journey. 

You might dream of being a web designer, games programmer, business analyst, IT security expert or perhaps a project manager.  Whatever the IT role, our Diploma in Information Technology will provide the foundation

Study a Diploma in Information Technology at UC and you will:

  • Be supported to develop the skills needed for ongoing success in your studies, and
  • Be broadly prepared for any field of information technology available today.

On successful completion of the Diploma of Information Technology, you’ll receive up to 24 credit points (one year) of advanced standing into the second year of the following Bachelor of Information Technology at the University of Canberra.


Bachelor of Information Technology
Information Technology and gain the skills and expertise to design, develop and manage computer-based information systems. Explore the theory behind software applications, hardware and computer networks, while getting industry experience through UC’s practical Work Integrated Learning (WIL). 

Become an expert in an area of your choice, with specialisations in Cloud Computing and the Internet of Things, Cybersecurity and System Administration, Data Science, or Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.

After graduation, you'll be prepared for industries booming with job growth, offering careers in project management, cloud computing, cybersecurity, machine learning and more, with the flexibility to work across different industries.

Study a Bachelor of Information Technology at UC and you will:

  • Gain extensive experience in developing information technology systems designed to address the needs of modern organisations
  • Develop knowledge, skills and understanding of the application of IT systems to their business environments, policies and management
  • Explore the technical and human aspects of IT and its use
  • Establish a comprehensive network of industry contacts
  • Refine your teamwork, project management and communication skills
  • Earn a globally recognised degree.


Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
Work-integrated learning (WIL) is an integral component of the Bachelor of Information Technology journey as it gives students the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience and build professional relationships through real work, or work-like placements.

This, in turn, enhances each student’s confidence, employability and reinforces the university’s commitment to preparing professional and highly employable graduates with the right mix of skills, knowledge, and experience.

As part of this approach UC fosters close industry connections who offer preferential access to work placement positions and training opportunities with companies such as Dialog Information Technology, Pursuit Technology, CycleLifeHQ, Birdsnest, Australian Sports Commission, Agsafe, Kiah Consulting, ALLBIDS, ThoughtPatterns Consulting, ESKAPEE, Carers ACT, the Department of Defence’s Chief Information Officer Group, Emanate Technology, Getaboutable.com and Clearz Defence.

In your final year, you’ll also have the chance to complete a real-world industry capstone project while working in teams to produce and implement an IT system for a local business, government or community organisation.

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