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ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology

ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (CRICOS Code 117097C)

This nationally accredited Diploma of Information Technology qualification is designed to turn your passion for technology into a rewarding career in the information and communications technology industry. It helps you develop the knowledge and skills to carry out moderately complex tasks in your chosen IT field, allowing you to work independently on your own business or as part of a team.

As a graduate of this qualification, you will be qualified for highly demanding jobs such as Database and Systems Administrator, ICT Security Specialist, or IT Office Manager, with specialised skills in the following areas of specialisation:

  • Telecommunications network engineering
  • Cyber security

Enrol today and steer the future of global enterprise technology!

The applicants must meet the following course admission requirements.

  1. Must be 18 years of age or over at the time of enrolment.
  2. Must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 qualification or higher, or an equivalent overseas qualification.
  3. Must achieve a satisfactory score on Aura Education’s Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test and digital literacy test.
  4. Must satisfy Aura’s Genuine Student (GS) requirements.
  5. Must meet one of the following English language requirements.

Direct Entry

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Minimum overall band score of 6.0.
  • Cambridge English (C1 Advanced): Minimum test score of 161.
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): Minimum overall score of 47.
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL iBT): Minimum total score of 67.
  • Australian Senior Secondary Study: Hold a valid student visa and have successfully completed the requirements for an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education within the last 2 years prior to application, provided the course was conducted in Australia and in English.
  • Australian Higher Education Study: Hold a valid student visa and have successfully completed a substantial component (more than 50%) of a course leading to an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification at Certificate IV level or higher within the last 2 years prior to application, provided the course was conducted in Australia and in English.

English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) Pathways :

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic or General:

  • Overall Score 5.5 + 10 weeks ELICOS
  • Overall Score 5.0 + 20 weeks ELICOS

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE):

  • Score 39 + 10 weeks ELICOS
  • Score 31 + 20 weeks ELICOS

Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL iBT):

  • Score 51 + 10 weeks ELICOS
  • Score 37 + 20 weeks ELICOS

Entirely online or "at-home" test variants, such as the IELTS Online or TOEFL iBT Home Edition, are not accepted.

Total Units: 20

Core Units: 6 | Elective Units: 14

Specialising in Telecommunications and Network Engineering and Cyber Security, this course offers the following Units of Competency that meet industry demands.

Core Units:

Unit Code Unit Title
BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team
ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
ICTSAS527 Manage client problems

Elective Units:

Unit Code Unit Title
ICTICT519 Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications
ICTNWK423 Manage network and data integrity
ICTPMG505 Manage ICT projects
ICTTEN519 Design network building projects
ICTNPL413 Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry
ICTNWK541 Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services
ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICTAII501 Automate work tasks using machine learning
ICTDBS505 Monitor and improve knowledge management systems
ICTPMG505 Manage ICT projects
  • Course Duration:

    Total Duration: 52 Weeks

    • 44 Weeks of Study
    • 8 Weeks of Holidays/Term Breaks

  • Fees & Charges

    • Tuition Fee: 12,000 AUD
    • Resources Fee: 1,200 AUD
    • Enrolment Fee: 500 AUD (Non-refundable)

      • (During our seasonal promotions, eligible students may receive discounted fees. Please contact us for details).

  • Weekly Delivery Schedule:

    • 2 Days: Face-to-Face in Class
    • 5 Hours: Supervised Self-Paced Learning

  • Intake dates

    • 17 August 2026
    • 12 October 2026
    • 11 January 2027

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

  • Campus

    Brisbane office
    Office 5, Level 8, 269 Wickham Street, FORTITUDE VALLEY QLD 4006 

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