Undergraduate
Diploma of Information Technology
The Diploma of Information Technology is designed to reflect general degree course objectives and build towards the graduate attributes of Charles Darwin University. These attributes describe creative, flexible and socially responsible graduates who are able to the acquire, understand and apply concepts and knowledge with a high level of skills in communication, leadership and team work.
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.
The Diploma Information Technology 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. 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.
Credit transfers and pathways
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
International applications
Applications must be submitted online through our application portal, Studylink. You'll need a valid email address to create your online account. Once you have started your application, you will be able to save it and resume it later. There is no application fee when you apply online.
You may be able to lodge a direct application; however, there may be restrictions on your geographic location. If you cannot submit a direct application via the application portal, please apply through one of our registered agents.
Apply through StudyLink or through an Agent.
International applicants currently studying year 12 in Australia should apply via SATAC or UAC.
Student profile
The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students that commenced this course and passed the census date in Semester 1, 2021.
| Applicant background (Semester one intake 2021) | No. of Students | % of all Students |
|---|---|---|
| A. Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) |
<5 | N/P |
| B. Vocational education and training (VET) study | <5 | N/P |
| C. Work and life experience (Admitted on the basis of previous achievement not in the other three categories) |
<5 | N/P |
D. Recent secondary education
(regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) |
<5 | N/P |
(e.g. portfolio, audition, extra offer conditional on minimum ATAR) |
<5 | N/P |
(e.g. special consideration, audition alone, schools recommendation scheme with no minimum ATAR requirement) |
<5 | N/P |
| International students | 9 | 100.0 |
| All students | 9 | 100.0 |
Notes
"<5" - the number of students is less than 5
N/A - Students not accepted in this category
N/P - Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
Additional information
Australian qualification framework
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 5.
Contact details
For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:
Admission criteria
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*.
* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.
Essential requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
| IELTS Academic Module | A minimum overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0. |
| Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) | A minimum overall score of 162, with no skill below 154. |
| Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency | A minimum overall grade of B1. |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module | A minimum overall score of 42 with no score lower than 36. |
| TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) | A minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum score of 14 for reading, speaking and listening and a minimum score of 21 for writing. |
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
ATAR profile
The following table represents the ATAR and selection rank profile for applicants offered a place on the basis of their ATAR in semester 1, 2021
| ATAR based offers only | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) |
Selection Rank (ATAR plus any adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | <5 | <5 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | <5 | <5 |
| Highest rank to receive an offer | <5 | <5 |
Notes
"<5" indicates less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
Course structure
The information provided for this course was valid for the final year of enrolment. Students continuing in this course may find there have been some changes to the unit availability. Students should, in the first instance, refer to the recommended study plan in the newest version of this course to make their unit selection for the current year.
Every re-enrolling student will be able to complete their current course of study. As a continuing student you should always consider transferring to the newest course version to enable you to take advantage of new and exciting changes to university programs. Students electing not to transfer should refer to the transitional arrangements where provided.
If you have any queries, or concerns about your course progression you would like clarified, please contact Student Central on freecall 1800 061 963 or student.central@cdu.edu.au.
- 2022 HE unit offerings and unit fees are not yet available however will be published no later than 1 December 2021.
- Always refer to the Course Catalogue for the latest information about your course prior to enrolment.
A candidate must successfully complete 8 units totalling 80 credit points (cp) over two semesters (4 units each semester) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
All units are scheduled for six contact hours per week over a 12-week teaching semester.
| Unit type |
Credit Points |
Specific requirements |
| Core Units (7 units) |
70cp |
Core units totalling 70 credit points as detailed below.
IDC101 Academic Literacies Through Exploring Sustainability |
| Specialist Elective Units (1 units) |
10cp |
Specialist Elective unit totalling 10 credit points selected from the units listed below.
IDB101 Quantitative Analysis for Business |
| Electives (0 units) |
0cp | There are no elective units available in this course. |
|
80cp |
Total Credit Points |
Study plan
- 2022 HE unit offerings and unit fees are not yet available however will be published no later than 1 December 2021.
- Always refer to the Course Catalogue for the latest information about your course prior to enrolment.
Students commencing in Semester 3 (Summer) 2020/2021
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in summer semester and enrolling in a standard load.
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
Semester 3 |
|||
| Calendar Year 1 | |||||
| IDC101 Academic Literacies Through Exploring Sustainability | CO | ||||
| IDC103 Business and Professional Communications | CO | ||||
| IDI102 Software Now | CO | ||||
| IDI103 Statistics | CO | ||||
| Calendar Year 2 | |||||
| IDC102 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CO | ||||
| IDI101 Computing Fundamentals | CO | ||||
| IDI104 Operating Systems and Applications | CO | ||||
| One elective unit chosen from: IDA101 Introduction to Accounting IDM101 Fundamentals of Marketing IDB102 Introduction to Business Law IDB104 Business Economics |
SE | ||||
Students commencing in Semester 1 2021
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard load.
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 (Summer) | |||
| Calendar Year 1 | |||||
| IDC102 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CO | IDC101 Academic Literacies Through Exploring Sustainability | CO | ||
| IDI104 Operating Systems and Applications | CO | IDI102 Software Now | CO | ||
| IDI101 Computing Fundamentals | CO | IDC103 Business and Professional Communications | CO | ||
| One elective unit chosen from: IDA101 Introduction to Accounting IDM101 Fundamentals of Marketing IDB102 Introduction to Business Law IDB104 Business Economics |
SE | IDI103 Statistics | CO | ||
Students commencing in Semester 2 2021
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard load.
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 (Summer) | |||
| Year 1 | |||||
| IDC101 Academic Literacies Through Exploring Sustainability | CO | IDC102 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CO | ||
| IDC103 Business and Professional Communications | CO | IDI101 Computing Fundamentals | CO | ||
| IDI102 Software Now | CO | IDI104 Operating Systems and Applications | CO | ||
| IDI103 Statistics | CO | One elective unit chosen from: IDA101 Introduction to Accounting IDM101 Fundamentals of Marketing IDB102 Introduction to Business Law IDB104 Business Economics |
SE | ||
Students commencing in Semester 3 (Summer Semester) 2021/2022 (still to be confirmed)
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in summer semester and enrolling in a standard load.
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 (Summer) | |||
| Calendar Year 1 | |||||
| IDC102 Cultural Intelligence and Capability | CO | ||||
| IDI101 Computing Fundamentals | CO | ||||
| IDI104 Operating Systems and Applications | CO | ||||
| One elective unit chosen from: IDA101 Introduction to Accounting IDM101 Fundamentals of Marketing IDB102 Introduction to Business Law IDB104 Business Economics |
SE | ||||
| Calendar Year 2 | |||||
| IDC101 Academic Literacies Through Exploring Sustainability | CO | ||||
| IDC103 Business and Professional Communications | CO | ||||
| IDI102 Software Now | CO | ||||
| IDI103 Statistics | CO | ||||