Diploma of Information Technology
| Location | Curtin Singapore campus |
|---|---|
| Study method | On-campus |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Intake | February, July, November |
| Duration | 16 months full-time (4 trimesters) |
The Diploma of Information Technology addresses a significant market demand for skills associated with the design of distributed computing environments and the networks that underpin them.
Learn about computer technology, hardware and software, as well as computer communications and network management. Study the fundamentals of programming and theoretical knowledge of computing.
This course leads to the Bachelor of Computing (Cyber Security)*, Bachelor of Information Technology, and Bachelor of Science (Data Science).
*Progression hurdle applies for articulation into Bachelor of Computing
Admission criteria
Cut-off scores
Stage 1
| Qualification | Score |
|---|---|
| GCE O Level/SPM | 4 passes |
| Indonesia SMA2 | 7.0 |
| Vietnam Year 11 | 6.0 |
| India Year 10+1 | 50% |
| China SM2 | 70% |
| Australia Year 11 | 50 |
| IB Diploma Year 1 | 18 |
Stage 2
| Qualification | Score |
|---|---|
| GCE A Level/STPM | 2 |
| Malaysia UEC | 2 B, 2 C |
| Indonesia SMA3 | 60% |
| Vietnam Year 12 | 6.0 |
| India Year 10+2 | 55% |
| China SM3 | 70% |
| ATAR (including WACE/SACE/HCE/VCE) | 50 |
| IB Diploma | 20 |
| SAT | 750 |
Essential course prerequisites
Mathematics.
Minimum English language entry requirements
Stage 1
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Writing | 5.0 | |||
| Speaking | 5.0 | |||
| Reading | 5.0 | |||
| Listening | 5.0 | |||
| Overall band score | 5.5 |
Stage 2
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Writing | 5.5 | |||
| Speaking | 5.5 | |||
| Reading | 5.5 | |||
| Listening | 5.5 | |||
| Overall band score | 5.5 |
Other notes
Fees
| Tuition fee for local students | Fee before 8% GST | Fee including 8% GST |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | S$9,600 | S$10,368 |
| Stage 2 | S$11,000 | S$11,880 |
| Total tuition fee | S$20,600 | S$22,248 |
| Tuition fee for international students | Fee before 8% GST | Fee including 8% GST |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | S$14,000 | S$15,120 |
| Stage 2 | S$15,600 | S$16,848 |
| Total tuition fee | S$29,600 | S$31,968 |
Fees listed are indicative and subject to annual increases.
Credit for previous study
If you have previously studied in this field, you are encouraged to contact Curtin Singapore to discuss eligibility for Credit for Recognised Learning (credit for unit exemptions).
Course Structure
Credits needed to graduate: 400.
Each unit is 25 credits unless stated otherwise.
Stage 1
Trimester 1
- Academic Research and Writing
- Mathematics 1
- Computer Skills
- Studies in Society
Trimester 2
- Academic Communication Skills
- Programming
- Technical Mathematics
- Management
Stage 2
Trimester 3 and 4
Information Technology or Cyber Security Pathway
- Integrating Indigenous Science and STEM
- Linear Algebra and Statistics for Engineers
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Introduction to Software Engineering
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Fundamental Concepts of Data Security
- Unix and C Programming
- Computer Systems
Data Science Pathway
- Integrating Indigenous Science and STEM
- Linear Algebra and Statistics for Engineers
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Introduction to Software Engineering
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Fundamental Concepts of Data Security
- Introduction to Probability and Data Analysis
- Regression and Nonparametric Inference
Graduate with a Diploma of Information Technology certificate awarded by Curtin College.
Units are not necessarily shown in the order studied. Units are subject to change.