Course Overview

About This Course

The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology and Systems course at VIT offers a well-structured curriculum that combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on learning experiences to provide students with high-level IT skills required to work in various industry sectors. The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology and Systems course offers core units across the complete spectrum of the IT discipline. Our Graduate Diploma course includes the relevant cognitive, technical, and communication skills you will require to work successfully within the IT industry.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

157-161 Gloucester Street, The Rocks, Sydney 2000Level 14, 123 Queen Street, MelbourneLevel 6-10, 235 Queen Street, MelbourneLevel 6, 118 Queen Street, MelbourneLevel 1, 191 Ryrie St, Geelong, Victoria 3220Level 5, 101 Grenfell Street, Adelaide SA 5000The RocksGeelongAdelaideMelbourneSydney

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of enrolment.
English Language Requirement (one of the following):
Previous study: completed an Australian tertiary preparation course of at least 6 months full-time, or Year 12 (or equivalent) in an English-speaking country, or studies taught and assessed in English (e.g. HSC, VCE, Diploma AQF 5 or higher, or at least 4 units at AQF Level 6 or higher)
English test results: IELTS Academic overall 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or an equivalent score in another approved English test
English language programs: successfully completed an ELICOS such as English for Academic Purposes, or another approved English course at the required IELTS-equivalent level
Professional working experience in a role requiring English communication skills (interview required to confirm proficiency)
Other verified evidence of English proficiency may be accepted
Academic Requirements (at least one of the following):
Completed a bachelor's degree (AQF level 7) from a recognised institution
Hold an Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree qualification (AQF Level 6) and have at least three years of relevant work experience
Have at least five years of relevant professional experience in a related field

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Access diverse career paths in IT. The course is designed to open doors to opportunities around the world, elevating international career prospects and enabling graduates to build a global network with students from over 100 countries.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units8 units

ICT501

Business Information Systems

Foundation unit covering fundamental knowledge in the use of information and IT in business, including computing hardware, software, networking, and business information systems (BIS) strategy.

ICT502

Object-Oriented Programming

Foundation unit covering core concepts of object-oriented programming including abstraction, encapsulation, polymorphism, exception handling, and data structures, with implementation in Java or Python.

ICT503

Database Systems

Foundation unit covering database models, systems and languages, including data modelling, SQL, entity relationship diagrams, normalisation, and data security and privacy.

ICT504

IT Networking and Communication

Foundation unit covering fundamental knowledge in data communications and network technology, including TCP/IP, LANs, WANs, internet technologies, and network security solutions.

ICT601

IT Project Management

Core unit covering fundamental IT project management techniques for medium- to large-scale IT projects, including scope, time, stakeholder, quality, cost, risk management, and methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, and Kanban.

ICT602

Software Engineering

Core unit covering concepts and methodologies for software design and development, including the software development life cycle, UML, object-oriented analysis and design, and software engineering practices.

ICT603

Data Science

Core unit examining key domains, concepts and technologies of data science, including statistical analysis, data acquisition, data wrangling, data mining, data modelling, and coding in a popular programming language.

ICT604

IT Security

Core unit covering key concepts in IT security including cryptography, network security, software security, IT security management, authentication, access control, auditing, and risk management.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the tuition fees for the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology and Systems?

The tuition fees for the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology and Systems are $18,000 in total for both domestic and international students studying online, based on the 2026 academic year fees. This works out to $2,250 per unit of 6 credit points, with 8 units required to complete the qualification.

What qualification will I receive if I do not complete all units of the GDITS course?

If a student admitted into the GDITS course discontinues their studies before completing all requirements, they may be awarded a Graduate Certificate of Information Technology and Systems upon completion of 24 credit points, provided they have met the specific criteria for that qualification.

What types of assessments are used in the GDITS course?

Students in the GDITS course can expect to undertake a range of assessment tasks including applied projects, industry-based case studies, quizzes and tests, technical and research reports, presentations, practical and laboratory tasks, reflective analyses, and individual/team projects. These are designed to evaluate critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities, advanced technical competencies, leadership and communication skills, and the capacity to apply IT and systems knowledge to complex, real-world challenges.

What are the academic entry requirements for the GDITS course?

To be eligible for admission, you need to meet at least one of the following academic entry requirements: you have completed a bachelor's degree (AQF level 7) from a recognised institution; you hold an Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree qualification (AQF Level 6) and have at least three years of relevant work experience; or you have at least five years of relevant professional experience in a related field.

What are the 2026 intake dates for the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology and Systems?

The 2026 intake dates for the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology and Systems at VIT are 02 March 2026, 25 May 2026, 03 August 2026, 07 September 2026, and 07 December 2026.

Application

How to Apply

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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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