Diploma in Information Technology | Flinders Online

Diploma in

Information Technology

Diploma in

Information Technology

Get equipped with practical skills in programming, data science and cybersecurity.
Gain real-world experience in designing IT systems, managing data and solving tech challenges.

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Fast Facts

Entry requirements

ATAR

50.00

GPA

3.50

STAT

132/200

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TAFE/VET

Certificate
III

Bridging course

Completion of Flinders Foundation Studies

Duration

1 year

Delivery mode

Online

Availability

Full-time, part-time

Start dates

March, July

Annual indicative fees (2025)

$8,142 (CSP)

Assumed knowledge

None

Prerequisites

None

Duration

1 year

Delivery mode

Online

Availability

Full-time, part-time

Start dates

March, July

Annual indicative fees (2025)

$8,142 (CSP)

Assumed knowledge

None

Prerequisites

None

Overview

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Study Information Technology at Flinders

Kickstart your IT career in 12 months.

Study Information Technology at Flinders

Kickstart your IT career in 12 months.

Our online program is designed to provide you with foundational skills in IT and programming.

You’ll learn how to solve complex technology problems and manage data-rich environments. You’ll gain hands-on experience with modern IT tools and practices.

Upon completion you’ll be ready for new job opportunities in the booming IT industry, or you can choose to seamlessly transition into the second year of the Flinders Bachelor of Information Technology. Take the leap and start your journey to a brighter future in tech!

What you will study

You’ll study 8 topics covering in-demand IT skills including AI principles for solving complex problems, coding proficiency, data analysis and management, and cybersecurity systems.

What you will study

You’ll study 8 topics covering in-demand IT skills including AI principles for solving complex problems, coding proficiency, data analysis and management, and cybersecurity systems.

Core topics

Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
Engineering Programming
Algebra and Functions
Data Science
Data Modelling and Information Management
Fundamentals of Software Engineering
Professional Skills
Networks and Cybersecurity

Core topics

Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
Engineering Programming
Algebra and Functions
Data Science
Data Modelling and Information Management
Fundamentals of Software Engineering
Professional Skills
Networks and Cybersecurity

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Course handbook

Your career

Whether you're starting fresh or seeking to enhance your current role, this diploma prepares you for a range of flexible, high-paying opportunities in IT. It is perfect for remote work or building a career in diverse industries like finance, healthcare and consulting.

Your career

Whether you're starting fresh or seeking to enhance your current role, this diploma prepares you for a range of flexible, high-paying opportunities in IT. It is perfect for remote work or building a career in diverse industries like finance, healthcare and consulting.

Potential occupations

IT Support Manager

Data Analyst

Linux Systems Administrator

Network Administrator

Software Developer

$135,000*

$105,000*

$100,000*

$90,000*

*Typical salaries are drawn from a variety of sources, including Seek, Glassdoor and Indeed, and may vary. Please do your own research.

Potential employers

Tech startups
IT consulting firms
Corporate IT departments
Government agencies
Educational institutions

Professional accreditations

Graduates will earn an AQF Level 5 Diploma, which meets industry standards and is recognised for entry-level IT roles. It also counts as the first year of the Bachelor of Information Technology, offering a seamless pathway to a degree.

ACHSM

Australasian College of Health Service Management

Potential occupations

IT Support Manager

Data Analyst

Linux Systems Administrator

Network Administrator

Software Developer

$135,000*

$105,000*

$100,000*

$90,000*

*Typical salaries are drawn from a variety of sources, including Seek, Glassdoor and Indeed, and may vary. Please do your own research.

Potential employers

Tech startups
IT consulting firms
Corporate IT departments
Government agencies
Educational institutions

Professional accreditations

Graduates will earn an AQF Level 5 Diploma, which meets industry standards and is recognised for entry-level IT roles. It also counts as the first year of the Bachelor of Information Technology, offering a seamless pathway to a degree.

Practical experience

You’ll gain practical experience sought by employers through project-based learning that mirrors real-world IT challenges. Work on designing systems, managing data and developing secure solutions to ensure you’re job-ready upon graduation.

Practical experience

You’ll gain practical experience sought by employers through project-based learning that mirrors real-world IT challenges. Work on designing systems, managing data and developing secure solutions to ensure you’re job-ready upon graduation.

Industry connections

As an authorised Cisco Academic, Flinders’ partnership with Cisco allows you to undertake courses that contribute towards Cisco certification as a Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) or Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA).

Earn industry certifications from Fortinet as you study.

Industry connections

As an authorised Cisco Academic, Flinders’ partnership with Cisco allows you to undertake courses that contribute towards Cisco certification as a Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) or Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA).

Earn industry certifications from Fortinet as you study.

Flinders University is a future
you can count on

Flinders University is a future you can count on

Flinders University is ranked top 2% globally*.

Fast track your career in just 12 months.

Gain practical skills through industry-simulated projects.

Flexible online study - study anywhere, anytime and start, stop and restart your studies when life allows.

Pathway to further study. Gain 1 year credit towards the Bachelor of Information Technology.

Ranked No. 1 in SA for Computing & Information Systems for full-time employment, learner engagement, overall educational experience and student support**.

Flinders University is ranked top 2% globally*.

Fast track your career in just 12 months.

Gain practical skills through industry-simulated projects.

Flexible online study - study anywhere, anytime and start, stop and restart your studies when life allows.

Pathway to further study. Gain 1 year credit towards the Bachelor of Information Technology.

Ranked No. 1 in SA for Computing & Information Systems for full-time employment, learner engagement, overall educational experience and student support**.

*THE World University Rankings 2023

**The Good Universities Guide 2025 (undergraduate), public SA-founded universities only

Meet your academics

Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.

Meet your academics

Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.

Dr Afshin Tanouri

MBA Director

Afshin Tanouri specialises in using digital technologies and gamification and his work spans mental health, wellbeing and alcohol reduction, and is published in top journals. Passionate about industry engagement and research-driven teaching, he integrates real-world experiences into his courses, covering digital marketing, sustainability, and business ethics.

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Dr Afshin Tanouri

MBA Director

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Afshin Tanouri specialises in using digital technologies and gamification and his work spans mental health, wellbeing and alcohol reduction, and is published in top journals. Passionate about industry engagement and research-driven teaching, he integrates real-world experiences into his courses, covering digital marketing, sustainability, and business ethics.

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Associate Professor Angie Shafei

Dean of Business MD DBA

Angie Shafei is a business health management consultant, an interdisciplinary clinical pathologist and researcher. With 20+ years of experience, she focuses on innovation, health transformation, and digital health. Co-founder of Innovate Inn, she excels in research commercialization and has published extensively on digital health, new technologies and patient-centred healthcare.

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Associate Professor Angie Shafei

Dean of Business MD DBA

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Angie Shafei is a business health management consultant, an interdisciplinary clinical pathologist and researcher. With 20+ years of experience, she focuses on innovation, health transformation, and digital health. Co-founder of Innovate Inn, she excels in research commercialization and has published extensively on digital health, new technologies and patient-centred healthcare.

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Dr Ashleigh Powell

Lecturer in Marketing

Ashleigh Powell combines her expertise in psychology and marketing to explore consumer behaviour. A lecturer at Flinders University and member of the Centre for Social Impact, she focuses on health and wellbeing, having worked with the Foundation for Alcohol Education and Research, and VicHealth.

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Dr Ashleigh Powell

Lecturer in Marketing

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Ashleigh Powell combines her expertise in psychology and marketing to explore consumer behaviour. A lecturer at Flinders University and member of the Centre for Social Impact, she focuses on health and wellbeing, having worked with the Foundation for Alcohol Education and Research, and VicHealth.

See full profile

Dr Afshin Tanouri

MBA Director

Afshin Tanouri specialises in using digital technologies and gamification and his work spans mental health, wellbeing and alcohol reduction, and is published in top journals. Passionate about industry engagement and research-driven teaching, he integrates real-world experiences into his courses, covering digital marketing, sustainability, and business ethics.

See full profile

Associate Professor Angie Shafei

Dean of Business MD DBA

Angie Shafei is a business health management consultant, an interdisciplinary clinical pathologist and researcher. With 20+ years of experience, she focuses on innovation, health transformation, and digital health. Co-founder of Innovate Inn, she excels in research commercialization and has published extensively on digital health, new technologies and patient-centred healthcare.

See full profile

Dr Ashleigh Powell

Lecturer in Marketing

Ashleigh Powell combines her expertise in psychology and marketing to explore consumer behaviour. A lecturer at Flinders University and member of the Centre for Social Impact, she focuses on health and wellbeing, having worked with the Foundation for Alcohol Education and Research, and VicHealth.

See full profile

Entry requirements

To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:

Entry requirements

To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:

ATAR

50.00

GPA

3.50

STAT

132/200

Find out more

TAFE/VET

Certificate III

ATAR

50.00

GPA

3.50

STAT

132/200

Find out more

TAFE/VET

Certificate III

Bridging course

Completion of Flinders Foundation Studies

Bridging course

Completion of Flinders Foundation Studies

Have a question?

Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

Have a question?

Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

What qualification will I receive?

An AQF Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology.

How long will it take to complete?

The program is designed for 1-year full-time online study.

Can I progress to further study?

Yes, this diploma counts as the first year of the Bachelor of Information Technology.

What career opportunities are available?

Graduates can pursue roles in IT support, software development, data analysis and more across various industries.

Is this course fully online?

Yes, the program is 100% online, providing maximum flexibility for your studies.

How to apply?

Select your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and your eligibility.

Check the key application and enrolment dates.

Apply and submit your application via Direct Entry.

Who is eligible to apply?

Flinders Online courses are available for Australian or New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas and Pacific Engagement visa holders.

International students in Australia who hold a student visa are not eligible to apply.

For further information regarding course eligibility, refer to the individual entry requirements for each course.

When do I apply?

You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible and by no later than teaching commencement dates. If places fill, applications for your preferred start date may close without notice and you will be considered for the next available intake.

Semester 1: teaching commences 3 March 2025 – Applications close 28 February 2025
Semester 2: teaching commences 28 July 2025 – Applications close 25 July 2025

Some courses have non-standard semester commencement dates as follows:

February Study Period: teaching commences 24 February 2025 – Applications close 21 February 2025
June Study Period: teaching commences 30 June 2025 – Applications close 27 June 2025
September Study Period: teaching commences 29 September 2025 – Applications close 26 September 2025

Please refer to the individual Flinders Online course for more information.

Other critical and key dates