Diploma of Information Technology

Subjects

For each 8 point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, residential schools, or examinations.

If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Full subject list

Graduation requirements

As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 64 points.Full subject list
The course consists of six (6) core subjects and one (1) unrestricted elective:

BUS102 Learning for Success (16)
ITC161 Computer Systems
ITC114 Introduction to Database Systems
ITC105 Communication and Information Management
ITC106 Programming Principles
ITC211 Systems Analysis

Unrestricted Elective

Students undertake one (1) unrestricted elective.

An unrestricted elective is a subject that may be chosen from virtually any subject on offer across the University provided prerequisites, assumed knowledge, enrolment restrictions and any other Faculty requirements have been met.
The course consists of six (6) core subjects and one (1) unrestricted elective:

BUS102 Learning for Success (16)
ITC161 Computer Systems
ITC114 Introduction to Database Systems
ITC105 Communication and Information Management
ITC106 Programming Principles
ITC211 Systems Analysis

Unrestricted Elective

Students undertake one (1) unrestricted elective.

There are minimum Academic and English Language requirements for admission to Charles Sturt University courses. These requirements ensure that our students have the best chance for success. Minimum requirements can vary from country to country, so please take some time to review our entry requirements before starting your application. If you cannot find the requirements for your country please contact us.

Please note: in line with our admissions policy, if you intend to study in Australia on a student visa you must be at least 18 years old by the course start date.