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31 Best Diploma Computer Science & IT Programs in Australia

31 Diploma Computer Science & IT courses are taught at 4 universities in Australia, typically lasting 104 weeks. The list starts with courses at Western Sydney University, James Cook University of North Queensland and Institute Of Technology, Australia.

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QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Diploma of Information Technology [Pathway]

James Cook University of North Queensland — The Diploma of Information Technology [Pathway] at James Cook University of North Queensland is designed for students seeking to gain foundational knowledge and skills in...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
July, OctoberIntake
Computer Science & IT

Computer Science & IT at other levels

How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #400 (Western Sydney University) to #440 (James Cook University of North Queensland); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. James Cook University of North Queensland has the largest research record in this group, with 3,735,226 citations and an h-index of 575. 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

Within the subject, the largest areas are Computer Science & IT (30) and Information Technology (1). The usual length is 104 weeks and 1 year. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (71% of courses with a stated intake). TAFE NSW offers the widest choice, with 24 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Australia for Diploma Computer Science & IT?

Western Sydney University (QS World #400), James Cook University of North Queensland (QS World #440) and Institute Of Technology, Australia lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Diploma Computer Science & IT course take in Australia?

Most listed courses run 104 weeks, with 1 year the next most common.

When do Diploma Computer Science & IT courses start in Australia?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Diploma Computer Science & IT courses in Australia?

TAFE NSW, with 24, ahead of Institute Of Technology, Australia (4).

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