Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

UTS has two main IT intakes per year: the Autumn session (February) and the Spring session (July). Intake availability can vary depending on the IT course or major, so it is recommended to check the course page for the latest intake dates and entry requirements.

Yes. The Faculty of Engineering and IT offers programs and scholarships that connect classroom learning with industry placements, internships and employment opportunities. Senior year students in the Bachelor of Information Technology also have the opportunity to work on industry projects through the Software Development Studio, where they learn with real industrial tools and receive mentorship from industry professionals. UTS also has partnerships spanning more than 1,000 companies.

Graduates are eligible to apply for professional-level membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS). Students can also apply for student membership with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) while studying.

Yes. The UTS Bachelor of Information Technology (Co-op) is a fast-tracked, industry-backed degree designed to develop future IT and business leaders through a competitive cooperative education scholarship program, which includes industry placements with partner organisations. The Industry Degree Academy (IDeA) cadetship also offers an exclusive industry-integrated pathway that lets students kick-start their tech career while they study, gaining hands-on exposure with leading organisations.

IT graduates are in demand across industries shaping the future. According to the 2025 Broader Economic Benefits in ICT Sector report from industry.gov.au, there are projected to be 1.2 million tech-related jobs by 2030. Careers you could pursue include cybersecurity specialist, software developer, data scientist, AI engineer, games developer, systems analyst, and cloud engineer.