Diploma of Information Technology
Diploma of Information Technology
The Diploma of Information Technology is the first step towards completing your Monash IT degree. IT is central to every industry – creating more efficient ways to work, engaging ways to reach customers, and establishing powerful ways to communicate. By studying IT, you’ll have the skills you need to succeed…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Diploma of Information Technology is the first step towards completing your Monash IT degree. IT is central to every industry – creating more efficient ways to work, engaging ways to reach customers, and establishing powerful ways to communicate. By studying IT, you’ll have the skills you need to succeed in the changing world of technology.
How the program works
Our diplomas are in two parts: part 1 and part 2. In part 1, you’ll learn about the maths and science theory and practical skills you’ll need for University. In part 2, you’ll study the same subjects as first-year University students and develop your specialist knowledge of IT.
Assessments
tests
quizzes
group projects
presentations
poster presentations
tutorial assessments
a final exam
Can lead to a career in:
Web developer
Digital producer
Web and multimedia producer
Digital project manager
Animator
Infrastructure business analyst
IT project manager
Desktop systems specialist
Computer games designer
Software developer
Mobile app designer
Technical software consultant
REQUIREMENTS
Age requirements
Part 1: 16 years
Part 2: 17 years
If you do not meet the age requirements, you may be offered a deferred place.
Academic entry requirements:
Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete an international academic qualification equivalent to Australian year 11 or year 12.
English Language requirements:
You will meet the English language requirements if:
You have completed Australian Year 11 and achieve a grade of 60% in your English Language subject/s, or
Your Australian Year 11 equivalent program was taught in English, and you achieved satisfactory grades in your English Language subjects.
Alternatively, you will need to meet the minimum score in one of these English tests.
For Part 1
IELTS: 5.5 (no band lower than 5.0); TOEFL IBT Paper Edition: 46 – Writing 14, Speaking 14, Listening 4, and Reading 5; Pearson Test of English: 42 (no band lower than 36); Monash English Bridging: Successful completion of Module 2; Duolingo English Test: 95 Plus performance in long turn answers. Long turn answers consist of speaking and writing components and are graded by Monash College.
For Part 2
IELTS: 6.0 (no band less than 5.5); TOEFL IBT Paper Edition: 60 – Writing 18, Speaking 16, Listening 7, and Reading 8; Pearson Test of English: 50 (no band lower than 42); Monash English Bridging: Successful completion of Module 3; Duolingo English Test: 105 Plus performance in long turn answers. Long turn answers consist of speaking and writing components and are graded by Monash College.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Monash College, based in Clayton and Melbourne, Victoria, offers Foundation Year and Diploma courses that lead into first and second year degrees at Monash University, one of the world’s top 100 universities. The Monash University Foundation Year will prepare students for first year entry to all 10 faculties at Monash University. The Monash College Diplomas offer preparation for second year entry to six faculties at Monash University: arts; art, design and architecture; business; engineering; information technology; and science. The College enjoys a global network across China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka.
