Diploma of Information Technology
Macquarie University - North Ryde
Overview
The Diploma of Information Technology introduces you to the fundamental concepts of business systems, computer science, cybersecurity, database design, games design, programming and software engineering.
The diploma is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree. If you successfully complete the diploma and meet the entry requirements, you can progress directly into the second year of the following degrees without losing any time, as you’ll receive credit for the units you complete in the diploma: Bachelor of Business Analytics, Bachelor of Cyber Security, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a specialisation in Software Engineering, Bachelor of Game Design and Development, Bachelor of Information Technology.
Majors
Areas of study
Business systems, computer science, cybersecurity, database design, games design, programming, software engineering.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Refer to 300211 Bachelor of Business Analytics, 300568 Bachelor of Cyber Security, 300586 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Software Engineering, 300542 Bachelor of Game Design and Development, 300540 Bachelor of Information Technology.
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 offer | 66.15 | 71.8 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 59.3 | 67 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 51 | 61 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the Macquarie University website for admission criteria information.
This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.
University
Macquarie University
Campus
North Ryde
Course Type
Diploma
Study Area
Computer Science and Information Technology
Indicative ATAR
51.00
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 1 years
Course Link
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