Overview (2027)
Key Information
Duration
Minimum 1 Year, up to a maximum of 3 years.
Location
This course may not be available to international students. Please see the list of distance courses (i.e. online and taken outside Australia) that are offered to international students
The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry is one that is well equipped to respond to local and global challenges by embracing new, emerging, and existing technologies.
The Diploma of Information and Communication Technology equips graduates with a broad range of professional skills in key ICT areas, providing both a theoretical and practical focus.
Led by expert staff that deliver distinctive, rewarding, and place-based learning experiences, the teaching environment aims to provide a student-centred university experience, enabling you to realise your individual career goals.
The Diploma of Information and Communication Technology directly facilitates entry into further study pathways. Upon graduation, you may choose to build on your achievements, skills, and knowledge by continuing your studies in the Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology.
- 1 Apply industry standard principles, tools, techniques, and processes to create and maintain ICT software and systems.
- 2 Design and implement efficient solutions with consideration to securing and managing data and information
- 3 Communicate with stakeholders to create ICT solutions in accordance with industry standards.
The units within the Diploma of Information and Communication Technology integrate real-world learning tasks and hands-on, practical experience. The course stresses authentic, high-impact learning. Units involve groupwork problem solving, and all coursework is aligned with in-demand industry-certification skills.
Our ICT staff continually identify opportunities for you to build industry networks beyond the classroom. By applying best-practice, industry standards, this course allows you grow your soft-skills and professional network to set you up for future employment opportunities.
Tasmania is a place filled with creativity, industry, nature, and adventure. Because we’re the only university in the state, you get close access to the industry leaders, artists, and deep thinkers who are shaping our island. That means learning alongside the very best so you can hone your job skills for a successful career.
Whatever you’re passionate about, we’ll give you a hands-on education and an unforgettable adventure with our work integrated learning opportunities.
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you could begin your career in technical roles such as software programmer, network administrator, systems or business analyst, or web designer/developer. With experience, many professionals move into leadership positions where management and communication skills become just as important as technical expertise.
The employment market for ICT roles is projected to grow strongly, with an expected increase of 22% (equivalent to 45,000 additional jobs) by 2033.
Some of the roles expected to grow most strongly in the coming years include:
- ICT Support and Test Engineers 23.0%
- Computer Network Professionals 22.8%
- ICT Managers 21.6%
- ICT Business and Systems Analysts 21.7%
* Jobs and Skills Australia employment projections to 2033
Course structure
The Diploma of Information and Communication Technology is an 8-unit course that students can complete within two semesters but can take up to 3 years to complete.
This unit introduces programming with an emphasis on building both foundational understanding and practical skills. It is designed to be accessible to students from a wide range of disciplines, while also providing a strong basis for further study. The unit…
Credit Points: 12.5
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- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
An undergraduate student needs to acquire an understanding of the vast and diverse nature of the ICT industry to plan and manage a successful career. Students develop awareness of the skills, attributes, qualities and values required of ICT professionals. Students…
Credit Points: 12.5
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- On-campus
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- International students
- Domestic students
This unit extends the students' knowledge and experience of programming. It introduces dynamic data structures, foundational collection abstract data types, and computational algorithms and techniques. Programming is undertaken in Python and Java and topics include: references, memory management, self-referential data…
Credit Points: 12.5
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- On-campus
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- International students
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This unit provides an introduction to the core concepts, methods, and applications of artificial intelligence. Students explore major AI approaches, including symbolic methods, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, generative models, and large language models. The unit focuses on developing…
Credit Points: 12.5
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- On-campus
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- International students
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Games (whether they be video games, console games, computer games, mobile games, or web games) differ from other media as they elevate the viewer to the level of a participant. Games are an ever-growing cultural phenomenon which has increasing relevance…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Online | Semester 1 | | | | |
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- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
This unit introduces students to fundamentals of distributed networked environments, primarily focusing on wired networks but students will examine some of the different approaches in wireless networks. It provides knowledge of internetworking standards and understanding of the networking architecture, technology…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Melbourne Study Centre | Semester 2 | | | ||
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| Online | Semester 2 | | | | |
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- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
This unit explores cybersecurity as it is managed in the business context. It covers the processes of threat and risk analysis, security policy development, incident prevention and response, issues around privacy, professional codes of conduct, and looks at legislative efforts…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Melbourne Study Centre | Semester 1 | | | ||
| Ultimo Study Centre | Semester 1 | | | ||
| Hobart | Semester 1 | | | | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | | | | |
| Online | Semester 1 | | | | |
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- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
View all details for KIT118 Introduction to Cybersecurity Policies and Practices
In this unit you will develop basic skills in data modelling using relational data models and normalisation to ensure data integrity. The unit introduces relational data models, normalisation techniques, and data integrity principles, while providing hands-on experience in designing databases…
Credit Points: 12.5
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Melbourne Study Centre | Semester 2 | | | ||
| Ultimo Study Centre | Semester 2 | | | ||
| Hobart | Semester 2 | | | | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | | | | |
| Online | Semester 2 | | | | |
- Key:
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Entry requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the University’s admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Enquire online for more advice on the application process and the available pathways to enrol and study at the University of Tasmania.
Schools Recommendation Program
Australian year 12 students can apply for this course via our Schools Recommendation Program. Rather than an ATAR, your application is based on a recommendation by your school teachers. This can factor in your year 11 results, an assessment of your capabilities, and other considerations.
Through the program, you can receive and accept an offer prior to completing year 12. You will still need to finish your year 12 studies – including any exams – to commence your studies.
If you don’t receive an offer for this course through the Schools Recommendation Program, you will be re-assessed for a higher preference offer once your ATAR is released.
Applicants who have completed secondary education
- This course does not use ATAR as part of the admission process.
- To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) or an equivalent qualification.
Applicants with previous higher education study
- To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed at least one unit of study (equivalent to 12.5 UTAS credit points) or completed the university preparatory program or equivalent
Applicants with previous TAFE/VET study
- To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed Certificate III or above.
Applications on the basis of work or life experience
- This course accepts applications based on work or life experience.
- Applicants who have not completed senior secondary, tertiary, or TAFE/VET study, but who have relevant work and life experience can complete a personal competency statement.
How to apply for a credit transfer
Applications for credit can be made in your course application. Find out more information about how to apply for a credit transfer/advanced standing at Recognition of Prior Learning.
Talk to us on 13 8827 or enquire online about your credit transfer.
Credit for a maximum of 4 units of study will be provided upon completion of an Undergraduate Certificate or TAFE Certificate IV or above in ICT (or an equivalent field).
Students can articulate into the BICT with 100 credit points for prior learning.
Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available for this course. For eligible domestic students, this means your fees will be subsidised by the Australian Government. You’ll only need to pay the student contribution amount for each unit you study within the course.
We are unable to provide an indicative fee based on previous enrolments as the current structure of this course is being delivered for the first time in 2027.
Your tuition fees will depend on specific unit enrolment, and are subject to annual increases each year. You can find the complete fee details for each unit of study on the individual unit pages. The units for this course are found in the course structure section of this page.
Detailed information for domestic students, including the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), is available at Scholarships, fees and costs.
HECS-HELP loans
You may be able to defer payment of the student contribution amount by accessing a HECS-HELP loan from the Government. If eligible, you’ll only have to pay your tuition fees once you start earning above a specific amount.
Further information on student loans and a CSP eligibility checker can be found at Australian Government Study Assist.
Domestic scholarships
Each year, the University offers more than 900 awards to students from all walks of life, including: those who have achieved high academic results, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, students with sporting ability, students undertaking overseas study, and students with a disability.
Applications for most awards commencing in Semester 1 open at the beginning of August and close strictly on 31 October in the year prior to study.
For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.
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