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Why study Information Technology at UOW College?

Digital disruption is changing the way we work, learn, interact and behave. Computer science and information technology underpin everything we do. Every industry, from creative and finance, to healthcare, agriculture and transport is transforming and creating demand for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) talent. 

When you study computer science, information technology and information systems at UOW College, you'll gain sought-after skills that will help you thrive in tomorrow’s economy and build our digital future. 

Students are provided with a range of experiences and opportunities to engage with core aspects of Information Technology, including programming, systems analysis, networks and web technologies, at the tertiary level. 

Information Technology courses offered at UOW College

The Diploma of Information Technology (IT) is an in-depth preparation program which provides guaranteed* entry into the second year of a Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT), Bachelor of Business Information Systems (BBIS), Bachelor of Computer Science or into the first year of a Bachelor of Technology at the UOW Wollongong or South Western Sydney campuses.

A Nationally recognised Higher Education Diploma qualification is awarded upon completion, which can be used to pursue entry level career opportunities.

 

More information regarding entry requirements and pathway options into UOW for Domestic students.

What’s different about each course?

A Diploma of Information Technology (Domestic) is a 3-session program with a duration of 12 months. This program is for individuals who may not have met the direct entry requirements to the relevant UOW bachelor program, or the Diploma of Information Technology Fast Track (Domestic).

This course is applicable to any domestic students who are eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).

What is a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)?

Under a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), the Australian government will pay for part of your tuition fees (called the subsidy amount), and you pay the rest (called the student contribution). To be eligible for a CSP for a Diploma, you must be one of the following:

  • an Australian citizen, who be resident in Australia for at least one unit of study contributing to their course of study
  • a New Zealand citizen, who will be resident in Australia for the duration of their unit(s) of study
  • a permanent visa holder, who will be resident in Australia for the duration of their unit(s) of study.

The Diploma of Information Technology Fast Track (Domestic) is a 2-session program with a duration of 7-9 months. This program is for individuals who may not have met the direct entry requirements to the relevant UOW bachelor program. Intensive study patterns allow Diploma graduates to qualify for university entrance in minimum time.

This course is only applicable to domestic students who are eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).

What is a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)?

Under a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), the Australian government will pay for part of your tuition fees (called the subsidy amount), and you pay the rest (called the student contribution). To get a CSP for a Diploma, you must be one of the following:

  • an Australian citizen, who be resident in Australia for at least one unit of study contributing to their course of study
  • a New Zealand citizen, who will be resident in Australia for the duration of their unit(s) of study
  • a permanent visa holder, who will be resident in Australia for the duration of their unit(s) of study.

A Diploma of Information Technology (International) is a program with a duration of 12 months. This program is for individuals who may not have met the direct entry requirements to the relevant UOW bachelor program, or the Diploma of Information Technology Fast Track (International). This program is also appropriate for individuals who would prefer to extend their study commitments over the whole year and qualify for university entrance in a less intensive time frame.

This course is applicable to international students and any domestic students who are not eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) (see above for eligibility). 

The Diploma of Information Technology Fast Track (International) is a program with a duration of 7-9 months. This program is for individuals who may not have met the direct entry requirements to UOW. Intensive study patterns allow Diploma graduates to qualify for university entrance in minimum time.

This course is applicable to international students and any domestic students who are not eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) (see above for eligibility). 

Meet Arnav

The teachers are very helpful and friendly which makes me happy and the study easier. The students in my classes are from different countries and I believe making friends throughout the world will help me a lot in my future career. Wollongong is a great place to live and has Indian restaurants and all the facilities I need, including a free bus service. After graduating from my Diploma, I look forward to starting in the second year of the Bachelor of Information Technology at UOW.ArnavInternational Student from India - Diploma of Information Technology

* Guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements.