Highlights

 

Highlights

  • Provides pathway into QUT's Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments.
  • Develop academic and English language skills for successful study in the degree program.
  • Complete in 8 months full-time. 12-month Diploma option available for February entry.
  • Successful graduates will receive 1 year of credit for prior learning (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments degree.

 

Why choose this course?

Studying Diploma in Information Technology at the QUT International College will fast-track your entry into the second year of QUT's Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments. You will develop academic skills which will help you become more confident with your university studies and dramatically improve your English skills, all while enjoying a complete university experience. Successful graduates will be guaranteed entry into QUT’s Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments.

You will learn through university style lectures, tutorials and workshops with a focus on the development of independent learning skills. Smaller class sizes mean you get more individual attention from your teachers.

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What to expect

The Diploma in Information Technology (IT) is equivalent to the first year QUT’s Bachelor of Information Technology (IN01) and Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments (IN05). On completion of the Diploma with the required results, you are guaranteed a place in the second year of your chosen degree program. This premium pathway provides an introduction to building and applying innovative IT solutions across diverse industries, and provides additional academic and language support, preparing you for successful study in the QUT Science and Engineering Faculty.

  • Study on campus as a QUT student with access to all services and facilities across the University.
  • On completion with the required results, receive a guaranteed place in the Bachelor of IT or Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments with 1 year of advanced standing.
  • Study first year academic content.
  • Benefit from an interactive learning environment, with small classes and more contact hours.
  • Develop academic English language skills and progress without the need to take another IELTS test (or equivalent).

Key course dates

There are 3 intakes for this program each year. Find the course dates here. 

Careers and outcomes

Course articulation

Progression to your related Bachelor degree

To progress into your chosen degree you will need to meet the conditions listed in your offer letter, including:

  • successfully complete your Diploma with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 4.0 on a 7-point scale.

To find more information regarding the progression requirements, refer to the 'Requirements' tab for your chosen Bachelor degree, and select 'Australia' from the country list.

Advanced Standing

You are eligible for 96credit points (one year) of advanced standing

It will take 2 years / 4 semesters to complete:

  • Bachelor of Information Techonology
  • Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments (February intake)

It will take 2.5 years / 5 semesters to complete:

  • Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments (July intake)

Details and units

Requirements

OP
15
Selection
rank
68
Additional entry requirements
Yes

These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2020.

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Course code
IT10
CRICOS code
081616G
Campus
  • Kelvin Grove
Duration
8-12 months full-time
2 semesters 96 credit points (February, June and October); and 3 semesters 96 credit points (February only)
Entry
Entry
February, June and October
Offer Guarantee
No

Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.

If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.

I completed secondary school in Australia

Guide to entry thresholds

These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2020.

OP
15
Rank
68

Minimum English language requirements

Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.

Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, United States of America and Wales.

If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.

We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests.

English Test Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
Cambridge English Score
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. You must provide your Candidate ID and Candidate Secret Number, these are printed on your Cambridge English Confirmation of Entry. 		162 154 154 154 154
IELTS Academic
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. 		5.5 5 5 5 5
Pearson PTE (Academic)
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. 		46 38 38 38 38
TOEFL iBT
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. 		56 10 10 15 14
Duolingo English Test (DET)
Test is temporarily accepted for admission into 2020 intakes and intakes commencing up to 31st March 2021.
* Pathway outcomes will be determined based on the student’s test score in conjunction with the performance in the final recorded speaking and writing components. Tests that do not include these speaking and writing component answers will not be considered. 		90* -- -- -- --

Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!

We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

Haven't completed an English language test? We can help!

If you have not completed an English language test, you can sit the IELTS test at our IELTS test centre

Fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.

2021 fees

2021 fees

2021: $22,452 per course (96 credit points)

2020 fees

2020 fees

2020: $21,570 per course (96 credit points)

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

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HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees

You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.

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Scholarships

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Centrelink payments

Real graduate

'I studied IT for five years in Korea and my study experience here shows me that QUTIC has very structured units. QUTIC also has a very practical approach to learning which is useful for the industry. The assignments are very practical. I love it. The problems are hard to solve, but once I solve them I really feel that I have improved my skills.'

Hyunjee Shim, Korea
(Diploma of IT)

Real graduate

'I studied IT for five years in Korea and my study experience here shows me that QUTIC has very structured units. QUTIC also has a very practical approach to learning which is useful for the industry. The assignments are very practical. I love it. The problems are hard to solve, but once I solve them I really feel that I have improved my skills.'

Hyunjee Shim, Korea
(Diploma of IT)