Diploma in Information Technology
Diploma in Information Technology
Information technology and computing increasingly define how the world operates. Software permeates every area of modern living, from the smallest personal device to automating entire industries. Information Technology professionals are responsible for designing the software that runs so much of our lives, and for creating systems that handle and analyse…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Information technology and computing increasingly define how the world operates. Software permeates every area of modern living, from the smallest personal device to automating entire industries. Information Technology professionals are responsible for designing the software that runs so much of our lives, and for creating systems that handle and analyse incredible amounts of data.
The Diploma in Information Technology is a one-year full-time (or equivalent part-time) course that will provide students with a foundation in computing, and the flexibility to take on more advanced and specialised topics — be that specific technical skills, professional skills, or mathematical areas related to modern computing.
Course Aims
This course is designed for students seeking an introduction to study in information technology or looking to grow their computer science, data science, or mathematical skills. It aims to give students new to the field a solid grounding in fundamental principles of computer science as well as the flexibility to fill in their mathematical or data science skills depending on their background and intended destination. It also aims to give more experienced students a compact means to access introductory and intermediate units in information technology, computer science, and data science, in order to extend their skills in areas that are relevant to their career.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
- apply knowledge and problem-solving skills to design and develop computer programs;
- analyse and debug computer programs to describe their purpose and identify logic and syntactical errors;
- understand principles of abstraction in the design of programs and computer systems;
- communicate and collaborate effectively with others;
- understand how ethical considerations apply to software development, with consideration for impacts on others and society; and
- demonstrate a capacity for independent learning and a developing level of technical knowledge in information technology and its applications.
Career Outcomes
When you complete the Diploma in Information Technology you will have the skillset you need to step into a variety of career pathways across a range of industries. They include:
- software design and development
- data engineering
- web and mobile development
- scientific technology
- banking and corporate sectors.
REQUIREMENTS
A candidate shall:
- (a) be qualified for admission (see Admission, Credit and Enrolment Guidelines); or
- (b) be qualified for admission (see Admission, Credit and Enrolment Guidelines) and have at least four years full-time equivalent demonstrated relevant professional experience (The demonstrated professional experience will be in the areas of Information Communications Technology and Computer Science. Applicants must submit a Statement of Service from their employer/s and a resume outlining the relevant professional experience and training completed.)
An IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5; or equivalent TOEFL score of at least 213 in the computer-based test; or at least 79 in the internet-based test with no less than 22 in the written component; or a PTE Academic minimum overall score of 57 with no skill less than 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of New England was originally formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. It became fully independent in 1954. The university is located on several sites in Armidale, NSW. All the programs are offered via the four faculties: Arts; Economics, Business and Law; Education, Health and Professional Studies; and The Sciences; these faculties incorporate 18 teaching schools. Research is offered in the areas of rural science, agricultural economics, geology, educational administration, linguistics, archaeology, etc.
