Diploma in Information Technology

University of Newcastle - Newcastle - Callaghan

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Overview

If you have an interest in developing technology, using critical thinking and redefining the way we work, learn, communicate, socialise and entertain ourselves, then the Diploma in Information Technology is for you.

Information technology (IT) is all about learning to develop, build and maintain software technology systems to meet the challenges faced by business and society. You can develop skills around data science to study collecting and analysing data for use connected devices, systems and networks to bring meaning to complex patterns. Or you could develop software for a variety of electronic devices.

You will receive embedded support from the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, including access to a dedicated Student Liaison Officer, a quiet workspace for independent study and smaller class sizes in your foundational courses.

The Diploma in Information Technology provides you with a level 5 diploma qualification and a degree pathway at the University of Newcastle. Upon completion of the Diploma in Information Technology you’ll receive guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Data Science or Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours).

Majors

Areas of study

Information Technology, Data Science, Software Engineering.

Potential Career Outcomes

Career opportunities

IT Professionals work in a large range of areas including enterprise architect, systems analyst, IT project manager, applications developer, data scientist, mathematical modeller, logistics officer, cryptographer, software development manager, mobile app designer, technical software consultant, e-learning developer.

ATAR & Selection Rank

The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.

ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds
ATAR
(excluding adjustment factors)
Selection Rank
(including adjustment factors)
Highest rank to receive an offer73.573.5
Median rank to receive an offer54.954.9
Lowest rank to receive an offer50.950.9

<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the University of Newcastle website for admission criteria information.

Course Seeker

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