Program Overview

Diploma of Information Technology

Our Diploma of Information Technology is an 8-unit course taught over two or three trimesters. It has been designed as a pathway to a Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Information Systems) degree for domestic and international students. It will also equip you with an AQF Level 5 qualification, which helps you launch a career in a variety of IT areas with confidence, or improve your employability for career advancement opportunities.

This course is suited to you if you:

• Don't have the desired results to gain entry to a Bachelor of Information Technology degree
• Launch a career in a variety of IT areas with a nationally recognised qualification
• Improve your employability to advance your career

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an AQF Level 5 qualification. You’ll be guaranteed entry into the second year of a Bachelor of Information Technology degree at Murdoch University.

Leading to: Bachelor of Information Technology
If you love the idea of a career in computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning, software development, games and game engine development, virtual and augmented reality or information systems, this is the qualification you need.

Designed by world-class academics in close consultation with industry advisors, this course offers you an excellent step toward launching your career.

In this course, you will learn to solve complex real-world IT problems and you will explore the theory, methods and systems used in the information technology industry, from mobile apps and virtual reality, artificial intelligence and machine learning, practical software engineering to corporate website architecture and global information systems.

You can choose a double major within this IT course or combine this course with another major or degree to specialise in two areas of study, giving you a competitive edge. For example, you might choose to add a business or a law degree to this Bachelor of Information Technology degree. The course structure would enable you to acquire strong analytical, research, design and technology skills combined with a very strong background in software design and programming.

Major: Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems
Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems professionals build software for smart systems like driverless cars, smart robots, intelligent chatbots, and intelligent diagnostic systems.

This course is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the theory, methods, systems, software design and development used in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems that can be used in different industries and organisations.

You will be equipped with the knowledge and hands-on experience with up-to-date technologies that prepare you for the workforce.

The number of jobs emerging in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems is increasing yearly, allowing you to create and develop productivity improvements and efficiencies for most industries across the globe.

To broaden your skills and career opportunities, you could study this major alongside another Bachelor of Information Technology major. You could also enhance your future prospects with great scholarships like the $15,000 Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship Program. This scholarship can lead to networking opportunities with industry professionals and career opportunities before you graduate.

3 reasons to study a Bachelor of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems

1. Work with leading researchers and practitioners in exciting real-world AI projects, at the number one university in WA for student support for computing and information technology by the Good Universities Guide 2024.
2. Have the opportunity to utilise VR/AR technology for multidimensional data visualisation and simulation, and get industry-ready in our IT Innovation Hub, which includes a networking and gaming facility, a mixed and augmented reality studio, cyber security and networking labs. 
3. Graduate with a competitive edge by completing a double major (with another IT major in Information Technology) to broaden your computing skills, and by having the opportunity to take on real clients with our project-based units.

Develop your skills

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include:

• Artificial intelligence and autonomous systems theory and practice
• Artificial intelligence system design theory
• Core concepts and principles of computing technology
• Data visualisation and simulation
• Machine learning
• Artificial intelligence and intelligent agents
• Systems analysis and design