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Certificate III in Information Technology

Certificate I - IV.
RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

Build practical, entry-level IT skills and confidence to start working in Australia’s technology sector. You’ll develop foundational capabilities across core computing tasks and digital tools, with study available on campus or online. The course provides a vocational pathway into further IT study or junior roles, supported by hands-on learning and industry-relevant content at Certificate III level in IT. The programme delivers hands-on programming, networking, and technical support skills for IT employment.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level roles that support day-to-day technology operations in a range of organisations. Typical opportunities include junior IT or ICT support, help desk assistance, basic systems or hardware support, and administrative roles involving digital tools. This qualification also supports progression into further vocational IT study and specialisation, providing a foundation for early careers in IT & Computer Science. Preparing graduates for IT support, junior developer, and systems assistant roles, or degree articulation.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

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Information

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Full-time 6 months months

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February, July

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Online
Melbourne City

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C3420

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconLPDP-RMIT SCHOLARSHIP

100% of tuition fees

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconRMIT READY BURSARY

20% of tuition fees

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