Course overview
La Trobe’s Diploma of Information Technology/Bachelor of Cybersecurity package gives you a direct pathway to the Bachelor of Cybersecurity if you didn’t meet the entry requirements or would like additional support as you transition to university.
In the Diploma you’ll study in the same subjects and classes as Bachelor students while receiving additional support from a dedicated Senior Support Advisor.
Upon successful completion of the Diploma you will move directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Cybersecurity (at the Melbourne Campus) receiving advanced standing for the subjects you have already completed. *
Our Bachelor of Cybersecurity has been co-designed with industry experts to address the global shortage of cybersecurity professionals. You'll gain a broad range of skills across IT, business, law, policy and strategic communication and explore the various methods used to defend and protect against malicious cyber threats.
*Eligibility criteria may apply.
In the Diploma you’ll study in the same subjects and classes as Bachelor students while receiving additional support from a dedicated Senior Support Advisor.
Upon successful completion of the Diploma you will move directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Cybersecurity (at the Melbourne Campus) receiving advanced standing for the subjects you have already completed. *
Our Bachelor of Cybersecurity has been co-designed with industry experts to address the global shortage of cybersecurity professionals. You'll gain a broad range of skills across IT, business, law, policy and strategic communication and explore the various methods used to defend and protect against malicious cyber threats.
*Eligibility criteria may apply.
Course record
Majors
Information technology and engineering.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Diploma of Information Technology can pursue further study or entry-level roles across the field of ICT.
Possible roles include:
Possible roles include:
- IT support worker
- Service desk analyst
- Junior network administrator
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL. Non-Year 12 prerequisites Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites..
English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 18PTE Academic 50, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 169
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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No de-identified past offer cases are available for this course yet.
Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- MelbourneVICMarch 2021
- MelbourneVIC