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52 weeks
⅔ face-to-face on campus | ⅓ online
02/02/202605/25/202609/14/2026
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
120 Spencer St, Level 8, 12, 13, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
VRQA / ASQA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
Information Systems and Business
(Trimester 1) Here you will learn about the role you will play as an IT professional within an organisation, what tools are available to you to solve IT problems and how best to apply IT solutions based on current technology and professional practice.
Professional Skills for IT
(Trimester 1) In this subject you will learn how to understand the IT requirements of a business, how to lead and manage teams, develop staff, and communicate with stakeholders and clients. We teach you problem solving strategies and how to develop innovative concepts.
Foundations of Web Development
(Trimester 2) In this subject we teach you how to design the structure of a website so it is dynamic and engaging, and how to build a website development plan. You even get to develop a website prototype so you can show future employers your skills.
Foundations of Programing
(Trimester 2) You will learn how to code and develop skills in understanding different coding languages, exploring how to trouble-shoot coding issues and debug codes. We also teach you how to program in alignment with policies, procedures and industry standards.
Analysing Data
(Trimester 3) Studying this subject will develop your ability to identify, extract, validate and analyse data, and formulate this data into meaningful reports for strategic decision-making. You will learn data modelling conventions and rules, as well as industry codes of ethics, privacy protection and ICT legislation.
Database Development
(Trimester 3) In this subject, you will learn how to design, develop and implement simple relational databases. You will also become familiar with cyber security threats faced by business, and develop strategies to promote their awareness.
Foundations of Software Engineering
(Trimester 4) You will discover how to analyse software requirements and develop feasible software solutions, comparing different development approach options. You will also learn how to plan software development projects; an important core skill for any IT professional.
Advanced Programming Skills
(Trimester 4) You will explore advanced programming techniques, looking at how to program complex data structures and algorithms and enabling you to troubleshoot and solve real-world problems.
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is AU$21,600, which comprises a tuition fee of AU$21,400 and a non-tuition fee of AU$200.
The Diploma of Information Technology has a duration of 52 weeks.
The course is delivered at two campus locations: Level 2, 7 Kelly Street, Ultimo, NSW, and Level 8, 12 & 13, 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC. Both locations are owned and operated by the Academy of Interactive Technology.
No. Extended Post-Study Work Rights eligibility requires the course to be a Skills Level 1 qualification (Bachelor, Masters or PhD) with a duration of 92 weeks or greater. The Diploma of Information Technology is a diploma-level course of 52 weeks, so it does not meet these criteria.
The CRICOS course code for the Diploma of Information Technology at Academy of Interactive Technology is 094330D.
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