About Diploma Of Information Technology Networking in Swinburne University of Technology
In the Diploma of Information Technology Networking students will gain the skills and knowledge needed to install and manage networks either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team. Students will learn how to install and administer Linux and Microsoft operating systems. There is emphasis on virtualisation and network security. Students will explore new technologies related to the cloud and Internet of Things. They may also have the opportunity to undertake the Cisco Certified Network Associate program.
Career opportunities
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- customer support
- database support
- help desk professional
- help desk specialist
- network and system administrator
- network support technician
- PC support technician
- system and network security professional
- system and network technician
- technical support - sustainability
- user support technician
Pathways from this qualification include ICT advanced diploma or vocational graduate certificate qualifications, or other relevant higher education sector qualifications.
Aims and objectives
To provide students with the skills and knowledge in the installation and management of networks, and enable an individual to be effective in network management, either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team. The aim is also to enable students to gain the skills to continue to higher education courses.
Students are generally required to complete the Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking prior to commencement of the Diploma of Information Technology Networking
English language requirements
Each Swinburne course has a minimum English language requirement for entry.
Swinburne English Language Centre - EAP 5 advanced level with overall 65% & all skills 65% or above
IELTS (Academic Module) - Overall 5.5 No individual band below 5.0
PTE Academic - 65 (Reading no less than 15, Writing no less than 15)
PTE Academic - 42 (no communicative skill less than 36)
Swinburne University of Technology Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Establishment Year |
1908 |
| Student Ratio (Female to Male) |
38:62 |
| Graduate Employability Rate |
84.8% |
| No. of Courses |
261 |
| No. of International Students |
26% |
| Cost of Attendance |
AUD 20,000 – AUD 50,000 (annually) |
| Applications Accepted |
Agent/Online |
| Work-Study |
Available |
| Intake Type |
Semester wise |
| Mode of Program |
Full time; part time and online |
Swinburne University of Technology Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
| Department Name |
Total Fee (UG) |
| Arts and Humanities |
AUD 19,698 – AUD 24,623 |
| Aviation |
AUD 32,874 |
| Business |
AUD 32,874 – AUD 41,093 |
| Design |
AUD 19,698 – AUD 28,077 |
| Engineering |
AUD 39,070 – AUD 49,845 |
| Health Sciences |
AUD 28,077 – AUD 35,096 |
| Sciences and IT |
AUD 28,077 – AUD 37,436 |
| Law |
AUD 43,832 |
| Media and Communication |
AUD 19,698 – AUD 24,623 |
| Nursing |
AUD 26,400 |
