Diploma in Information Technology

QUT's Diploma in Information Technology is a pathway program designed to help you successfully progress to the Bachelor of Information Technology. It provides a hands-on approach that allows you to explore areas in information technology and gain an understanding in both computer science and information systems. The Diploma also focuses on developing your academic skills for future success. A highly supportive learning environment with smaller class sizes ensures a more personalised learning journey and a seamless transition to university studies.

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). 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. You will: 

• 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).

Real-world facilities

This course is taught at QUT College, which is located at QUT's Kelvin Grove campus. The College is where you will spend most of your time going to classes and getting to know other international and Australian students. You will receive a QUT Student ID card which will give you access to all QUT's outstanding facilities, making you part of the fun and exciting QUT university community right from the start. Our community offers lifestyle and social opportunities, which will help you to enjoy a richer cultural experience.

Careers and outcomes

The course is designed as a pathway to undergraduate study in QUT Information technology and games degrees. Graduates may be employed in entry level positions. The possible careers list below highlights future career opportunities upon graduation from the Bachelor of Information Technology.

Careers and outcomes

The course is designed as a pathway to undergraduate study in QUT Infortmation technology and games degrees. Graduates may be employed in entry level positions. The possible careers list below highlights future career opportunities upon graduation from the Bachelor of Information Technology.

Course articulation

Once you have successfully completed this course, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Information Technology with 96 credit points of advanced standing.

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:

• successful completion of the Diploma in Information Technology.

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

After successful completion of the Diploma in Information Technology you are eligible for 96 credit points (one year) of advanced standing towards the following degree programs.

Remaining duration and semester of entry into your chosen degree:

It will take 2 years to complete:

• Bachelor of Information Technology - February and July entry
• Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments - February entry

It will take 2.5 years to complete:

• Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments - July entry