Diploma of Information and Communications Technology

About the course

This diploma builds practical, industry-relevant ICT skills using current hardware and software. You will gain foundations in programming, database design and network infrastructure through hands-on learning. The course is designed to help you enter the IT workforce with confidence and also provides pathways into further undergraduate IT study at CQUniversity. This is a Diploma qualification in IT & Computer Science. The programme delivers hands-on programming, networking, and technical support skills for IT employment.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level roles across IT support, systems and web development. Potential opportunities include administrator, application specialist, communications specialist, database designer, network engineer, programmer, systems administrator, systems analyst, technical writer, web designer and web programmer. This prepares you for employment in IT & Computer Science roles with a Diploma-level qualification. Preparing graduates for IT support, junior developer, and systems assistant roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)