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This course helps you develop the skills and knowledge in a range of Information Technology fields allowing you to progress your qualifications and career in IT.

Successful completion of the Diploma provides guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Systems Computing).

In this course you will:

  • design databases
  • write computer programs in JAVA
  • schedule ICT development using Microsoft Project
  • connect MySQL databases to PHP websites
  • use Linux and study towards popular IT vendor certifications

Course Essentials

How to apply

We are currently accepting applications for this course. Applications close on 25 January 2013

Methods of applying:

  • You can apply direct to VU

Please note that part-time study may not be available at all campuses.

Already a VU student?

You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.

For more info contact the
College of Engineering and Science

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Careers

  • computer and network support
  • website development
  • database management
  • programming

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

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Study pathways

There are recognised study pathways for this undergraduate diploma. You will be eligible for a guaranteed place in the second year of a related bachelor degree if you successfully complete this course.

Pathways to Undergraduate study

You can get credit in the following degree at VU if you complete the Diploma of Information Technology:

Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Systems Computing)

  • You will get a year of credit.

To find out more about the pathways available for this course, please contact the .

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Get credit for your work, study and life experience through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

Find out more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Graduate faster

If you've done previous study related to this course, you may be awarded credit. This means you can graduate in less time.

Completing this course also gives you a head-start on other at VU courses at a higher level of study.

We also award credit for relevant work and life experience. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Course Objectives

Students will develop a broad overview of ICT practice and the skills required to equip them to work in paraprofessional settings. Preparatory skills will be developed in general ICT practice, Programming, Networking, Web Design and Web database connectivity, databases and systems Analysis, IT service management with elective studies in operating systems, eCommerce, mobile technologies and data reporting. The course will enable students to prepare successfully and obtain entry into the second year of a relevant Bachelor degree. Key features of the study experience will be developing and embedding the academic and business writing skills required to meet these outcomes. The study will be aligned to major ICT industry certifications including, CISCO, Microsoft, RedHat and ITIL/Prince2.

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Units and electives

The Course is offered over 1 year (2 semesters) on full time basis and equivalent part time. To qualify for the award of Diploma of Information Technology, a total of 96 credit points should be completed.

What's a unit?

A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.

Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.

Credits

Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.

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Admission Information

  • TAFE: Certificate IV in Information Technology
  • Year 12: Successful completion of VCE or equivalent. Students must apply via VTAC
  • International: English: IELTS - an overall band score of minimum 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent. Academic: equivalent to an Australian year 12
  • Mature: Successful Completion of the Certificate IV in Information Technology or Relevant industry experiences. Students can apply via VTAC or direct application to the University
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How to apply for this course

We are currently accepting applications for this course. You can apply direct to VU. Applications close on 25 January 2013.

When you're ready to apply:

  1. Read the Advice to applicants (contains details about how to apply for your course, extra requirements, what happens when you submit your application and other important information).
  2. Submit a TAFE Direct Entry Application form
  3. As part of the application you may need to complete extra requirements such as:
    • submit supplementary forms
    • attend an interview, audition, information session or workshop
    • submit a folio
    • sit a test

    Details about extra requirements are available from the College of Engineering and Science.

    You need to complete all extra requirements by the given dates, otherwise your application may not be considered.

Transferring between VU courses

Want to transfer into this course from another VU course? Complete the Victoria University internal course application form and check whether you need to complete any extra requirements, listed above.

You can also contact us directly:

  • Phone: +61 3 9919 6200
    Email: it.tafe@vu.edu.au
  • Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100
  • Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU

Get in touch

Contact us to discuss your course options:

Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100

Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU

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Information about course fees, articulation and credit transfer, recognition of prior learning, admission and enrolment procedures, examinations, and services available to students can be accessed on the University’s website or by contacting the University directly on +61 3 9919 6100.

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