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Associate Degree in Information Technology
RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Associate Degree in Information Technology at RMIT University is project-based and linked to current industry requirements, building foundational knowledge in cyber security, artificial intelligence, programming and data handling. Through theoretical subjects and hands-on training, students learn operating systems, IT support and systems administration, network infrastructure design and security using CISCO technologies, hardware, software and network troubleshooting, virtualised and cloud-based systems, software application development, and user-centred design. Graduates can enter the workforce with current IT skills or continue to a bachelor degree. It is taught in Melbourne.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Year 1 In your first year
- you'll study 8 compulsory foundational subjects that cover a range of IT topics including: User-centred design Computer programming and web programming Network design
- configuration and troubleshooting (CISCO - CCNA systems) Cyber security foundations Foundations of artificial intelligence and data analysis Lab work is a major component
- with learning activities focused on practical application of technical skills. You'll be assessed on technical competence both in practice and theory. Year 2 The second year offers 4 course combination possibilities to facilitate your preferences in the information technology sector
- including the option of choosing a Cyber Security Operations major. Structure at a glance No-major option 1 No-major option 2 No-major option 3 Cyber Security Operations major 6 x Core subjects 8 x Major subjects To articulate into the Bachelor of Information Technology 2 x option-specific subjects OR 1 x option subject and 1 x University Elective To articulate into the Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Software Engineering 2 x option-specific subjects To articulate into the Bachelor of Data Science 2 x option-specific subjects
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Developer ProgrammerANZSCO 261312
On MLTSSL, so it supports the 189, 190, and 491. Assessed by the ACS on the same basis as Software Engineer. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
ICT Business AnalystANZSCO 261111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Common landing occupation for IT and business-analytics graduates.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Software EngineerANZSCO 261313
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Needs an ACS skills assessment, which usually wants the degree plus one to two years of relevant work, or a Professional Year in ICT in place of some of that experience.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Computer Network and Systems EngineerANZSCO 263111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Database AdministratorANZSCO 262111
On STSOL and CSOL, which supports the 190 and 491 (not the 189 on its own) plus the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AdministratorANZSCO 262113
On STSOL, supporting the 190 and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Prerequisites: Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in English other than EAL; or a study score of at least 23 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent studies . AND Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics or equivalent studies. 2026 ATAR* The lowest selection rank plus any adjustment factors to receive an offer for semester 1 2026 for each stream are as follows: Plan/package detail 2026 ATAR* Associate Degree in Information Technology 40.00 Packaged Pathway AD006PATH2 Bachelor of Information Technology via Associate Degree in Information Technology 42.75 Rankings and adjustment factors Entry to this course is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement plus any adjustment factors. You may be eli
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