Overview

The Diploma Information Technology from Charles Darwin University has been developed to parallel the existing first year course with the added dimensions of Academic English development, increased contact time with staff and focus on linguistic and cultural gaps that will exist for many students in first year units.

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The Up Education approach meets this commitment to learning through a focus on students, high quality teaching, strict academic standards and helping students to be well-rounded.
Successful completion of this course allows you to enter the second year of the following courses at CDU: Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Computer Science.

From dealing with cyber crime to software engineering and data collection, an IT degree at CDU is tailored to industry demand. You'll graduate equipped with the technical and analytical skills to future-proof your career across multiple sectors.

#2 in Australia for undergraduate learner engagement in computing and IT (GUG 2024)
Use state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic Literacies Through Exploring Sustainability
Cultural Intelligence and Capability
Business and Professional Communications
Computing Fundamentals
Software Now
Operating Systems and Applications
Data Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-12 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-11-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-09 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-23 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

46

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PTE Academic

42

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Credits

80 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Darwin, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 193 other Bachelors in Information Technology (IT) 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

TOEFL^® IBT

46

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PTE Academic

42

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 0100740

Admission requirements are met by:

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 50*.

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

31158 AUD / year

≈ 31158 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth Supported places are available for this course to students who meet the residency requirements.

Living costs

Darwin

Australia

1493 - 2530 AUD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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