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Study a Diploma in Information Technology

Prepare for success with Flinders University Academy

Study a Diploma in Information Technology

Prepare for success with Flinders University Academy

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Didn’t meet entry requirements for your undergraduate Information Technology degree?

Don't waste any more time – Flinders Academy is your fast track to a Flinders degree.

Study a Diploma in Information Technology at Flinders University Academy and you will gain direct entry into year 2 of a variety of Flinders information technology degrees. You'll study in the heart of our Bedford Park campus and be a Flinders student from day one, and benefit from all the support and campus activities available.

Working in small groups with dedicated educators, our program ensures you will learn specialist knowledge to innovate fearlessly in the growing information technology industries. You can complete the first year of a Flinders IT degree in a learning environment that is tailored to your unique learning needs – and be ready to step into your career in 3 years.

Key Information

Diploma in Information Technology | CRICOS code 109283A

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Duration

8 or 12 months

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Start Dates

February - 12 month program

June & October - 8 month program

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Delivery Mode

Full-time, face-to face at our Bedford Park campus

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Annual Fees

AUD $30,500

English Language Entry requirements

Overall IELTS score of 5.5 (no band below 5.0)

 

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with minimum ATAR of 40 or a comparable educational level in your home country. 

Key Information

Diploma in Information Technology 

CRICOS code 109283A

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Duration

8 or 12 months

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Start Dates

February - 12 month program

June & October - 8 month program

education.png

Delivery Mode

Full-time, face-to face at our Bedford Park campus

annual fees.png

Annual Fees

AUD $30,500

English Language Entry requirements

Overall IELTS score of 5.5 (no band below 5.0)

 

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with minimum ATAR of 40 or a comparable educational level in your home country. 

“The teaching staff are really helpful.  I find that they are very supportive and 'go the extra mile' for their students.

The learning experience and teaching quality at Flinders are very good. I enjoy the practical laboratory work, and the facilities and practical labs are excellent.”

Krishna Patel
Master of Information Technology, India

“The teaching staff are really helpful.  I find that they are very supportive and 'go the extra mile' for their students.

The learning experience and teaching quality at Flinders are very good. I enjoy the practical laboratory work, and the facilities and practical labs are excellent.”

Krishna Patel
Master of Information Technology, India

What can you expect from the Diploma in IT?

Study hours

This full-time course includes 24 hours of face-to-face instruction per week.

  • Students studying an 8 month diploma will study 4 x 4.5 unit topics per study period supported by core skills classes in language, numeracy and study skills. 

  • Students studying a 12 month diploma will cover the same content over three study periods with the final study plan determined by topic availability.

  • In addition, students can attend between 2 to 6 hours of support classes per week. 

What you will learn

Working in small groups with dedicated educators you will be exposed to English, Numeracy and Study Skills while learning specialist knowledge that will launch you into your destination degree. Learning will be collaborative and engaging using the latest transition pedagogy techniques. 

Students in the Flinders University Academy will be supported to develop their emerging identity in an Australian context. They will also work closely with students enrolled across the Academy to explore common areas of study and to facilitate transition to the Australian university environment.  

Support classes

Support classes provide students with further opportunity to accelerate their learning and focus on skill areas that they would like to improve. These classes can provide tailored English language content and activities to prepare students for the field of study in their destination degree. 

Your pathway to a Flinders degree

Students study for either 8 months or 12 months.   

  • Taught by specialists, focussing on the needs of international students for a seamless transition to your destination degree. 

  • This diploma will introduce you to the diversity of fields and careers within the information technology sector.

  • When you successfully complete your diploma, you will go straight into year two of your destination bachelor’s degree. 

Explore the links below to find your destination degree options for the Diploma in Information Technology: 

  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity)
  • Bachelor of Information Technology (Game Development)
  • Bachelor of Computer Science
  • Bachelor of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
Scholarships

Upon successful completion of your diploma, you will be eligible for a full duration 20% scholarship on your destination degree. Check here to find your eligibility.

Your pathway to Flinders

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Diploma in Information Technology

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Earn full or partial credit to enter Year 2 of your destination degree

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Complete your studies and graduate with a Flinders destination degree

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Ready to begin your pathway journey to Flinders?

Get in touch with Flinders University Academy to find out more. 

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South Australia


CRICOS Provider: 00114A

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