Course Overview

About This Course

This program is delivered in the classroom and through structured self-study.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne Campus

213 Lonsdale St, Level 1, 2, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent
Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs
Have an IELTS (Academic) score of minimum 6.0 (or an equivalent test result, such as PTE or TOEFL, taken within the last two years)
English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- Successful completion of an English Placement Test
Note: Other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 6.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Completing the Diploma of Information Technology can lead to various job opportunities in the IT field. Potential employment options are in a range of IT related roles.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

VRQA / ASQA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CRICOS code for the Diploma of Information Technology at Sydney Metro College?

The CRICOS code listed for the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology at Sydney Metro College is 108830J, and the RTO number is 41204.

Where is the Diploma of Information Technology delivered?

The course is delivered at both the Melbourne Campus and the Sydney Campus of Sydney Metro College.

How long does the Diploma of Information Technology take to complete?

The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology has a duration of 78 weeks.

What is the delivery mode for this course?

This program is delivered in the classroom and through structured self-study.

Do international students need health insurance while studying at Sydney Metro College?

Yes, all student visa holders are required to have adequate health insurance (Overseas Student Health Cover, or OSHC) while in Australia, commencing from the date they arrive on their student visa and remaining in effect until they leave Australia or move to a non-student visa subclass.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $110,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $110,000 to $150,000 per year

Career Paths

Software Developer / Software EngineerCybersecurity Analyst / Security EngineerData Analyst / Data ScientistCloud Solutions ArchitectNetwork Engineer / Network Administrator

Key Skills

Programming and software development (Python, Java, C++, JavaScript)Database design, management, and SQL queryingCybersecurity principles, threat detection, and risk managementCloud computing and platform management (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Systems analysis and design

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