Diploma in Information Technology (Online)
Build job-ready, in-demand skills in IT
100% online delivery
1 year full-time online study
80 credit hours
$25,192 total cost
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- Length 2 years part-time
- Cost per course* $3,149
- Credit points 80
Course Benefits
- 8 units
- 100% online
- Flexible study
- FEE-HELP available for eligible students
- Limited Commonwealth supported places (CSP) for domestic students
Gain industry-relevant skills to thrive in a digital-first world
- Apply by: 15-Jan-2027
- Start classes: 1-Feb-2027
From supporting day-to-day operations to enabling innovation and growth in business, organisations need skilled IT professionals to ensure they remain productive, robust and competitive in the modern world.
With ACU’s Diploma in Information Technology (Online), you’ll be well positioned to solve problems, drive innovation and make an impact in today’s ever evolving tech landscape.
Delivered 100 per cent online, this degree combines flexible study with strong academic support, industry-aligned learning and a values-led approach to technology. Graduate job-ready to make a difference – whether you’re starting fresh or changing careers.
More information about this course
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Curriculum
Your way into IT
Whether you pursue higher study or launch into your career, the course prepares you with strong foundational knowledge, technical skills and professional confidence to build the pathway that suits you.
You’ll learn:
- core IT principles and fundamentals of programming, software and systems
- managing people and organisations
- emerging technologies, cyber security fundamentals and Python
- ethical decision-making in technology contexts.
Admissions requirements
Entry requirements
Application deadline 15-Jan-2027
Start date 1-Feb-2027
To apply for this course, you’ll need:
- 50.00 ATAR.
- Equivalent of year 12 level with the ACU minimum eligibility rank for diploma courses.
Alternative pathways or recognition of prior learning may be available.
How to applyFees and support
Fees and support
Total course fee: $25,192*
FEE-HELP is available for eligible domestic students.
Tuition includes course delivery and support services; materials and software licenses may incur additional costs.
Fees & support
Where will you go with IT?
ACU’s Diploma in Information Technology (Online) equips you with the real-world technical skills and confidence to help you thrive in IT. Built for career changers and school leavers ready to future-proof their prospects, you’ll learn core IT principles across a range of disciplines, including programming, cyber security and emerging technologies. The course also provides a clear pathway into the Bachelor of Information Technology so you can achieve your career goals faster.
Explore careersYour first steps into IT
By graduation, you’ll be able to:
- apply programming and systems knowledge in practical IT environments
- support and secure digital infrastructure and networks
- work effectively across technical and non-technical teams
- approach technology challenges with ethical awareness and professional judgement
- adapt your skills as tools, platforms and industry needs change.
Future career opportunities may include:
- IT support specialist or systems administrator
- cybersecurity analyst
- software or application developer
- network or infrastructure engineer
- database administrator
- IT project or systems coordinator
- technology or digital solutions consultant.
Your teachers
You’ll learn from experienced academics with strong industry and teaching backgrounds, bringing practical insight into every unit.
ACU’s approach emphasises student support, accessible educators and applied learning – ensuring you’re guided, supported and confident throughout your study.
What’s it like to learn online?
As an ACU Online student, you’ll study the same curriculum taught on campus, with the flexibility to learn where and when it suits you. ACU’s digital learning platform connects you with expert educators, live tutorials and interactive coursework designed for flexibility and support. Whether you’re balancing work, family or other commitments, you’ll have the tools, structure and guidance to learn, succeed and excel at your own pace.
Sources and disclaimer
- QILT, Graduate Outcomes Survey https://www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/graduate-outcomes-survey-(gos)
- Glassdoor – IT Support Officer Salary https://www.glassdoor.com.au/Salaries/melbourne-it-support-officer-salary-SRCH_IL.0,9_IM965_KO10,28.htm
- Glassdoor – IT Support Technician Salary https://www.glassdoor.com.au/Salaries/melbourne-australia-it-support-technician-salary-SRCH_IL.0,19_IM965_KO20,41.htm?countryRedirect=true
*Course costs are based on 2027 tuition fees. Speak with an enrolment adviser for more information. Fees are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.