Overview

The Diploma in Information Technology Professional Practice at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) aims to develop your technical and generic work skills in a workplace environment. It also enables you to develop lifelong learning skills and a better understanding of the relationship between theory and practice.

Key Facts

This course is designed for undergraduate IT students seeking practical industry experience. By undertaking this course in conjunction with your UTS undergraduate IT course, you integrate nine months of full-time work with academic studies, enhancing your real-world understanding. Its uniqueness lies in the direct application of coursework to the IT sector, equipping you with relevant skills and knowledge. You will learn on the job, supported by academic insights, preparing you for graduate roles. International students are eligible for full-time work throughout the diploma.

The diploma is extremely beneficial for students relating their final year of coursework to the practical needs of the IT industry. This experience is invaluable when applying for graduate career positions.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Career Management for IT Professionals

IT Professional Experience

Work Integrated Learning

IT Experience Reflection

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-02-06 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International

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Domestic students apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) and not directly to the University of Sydney.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Business Information Systems Computer Sciences View 169 other Bachelors in Computer Sciences in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 084260G

Applicants for admission must satisfy the selection criteria as specified by the faculty.

Non-UTS students who hold an ACS Foundation work integrated learning scholarship may also apply for the Diploma in Information Technology Professional Practice.
Students must have progressed to a particular stage of their program of study and completed certain subject requirements before being admitted concurrently to the Diploma in Information Technology Professional Practice. Students who have completed all subjects in their course may still enrol in the diploma, but cannot graduate from their course until they finish the diploma.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

52992 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1104 AUD per credit during 12 months.

All offers made to domestic undergraduate students will be for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP).

Living costs for Sydney

1882 - 3547 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Sydney

Funding

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