U0605 Diploma of Information Technology
Office of the DVC Education and Senior VP
Diploma of Information Technology (U0605) is a 2 years full-time, 96-credit-point, diploma course from the Office of the DVC Education and Senior VP, taught at City (Melbourne). Map your units semester by semester with the MonMap planner.
- Credit points
- 96
- Duration
- 2 years full time
- 4 years part time
- Campus
- City (Melbourne)
- On campus
- Guaranteed ATAR
- Part 1: 50 || Part 2: 60
This is the 2025 handbook entry. See the 2026 entry.
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Overview
The Diploma of Information Technology (IT) is the first step towards gaining your Monash IT-related degree. Information technology and computer science are central to every industry – creating more efficient ways to work, developing engaging ways to reach customers, and establishing powerful ways to communicate. By studying this pathway, you’ll have the skills you need to succeed in the fast-changing world of technology.
In the first year, you’ll learn about the maths and science theory and practical skills you’ll need for University.
In the second year, you’ll study subjects equivalent to first-year Monash University students and develop your specialist knowledge of Information Technology or Computer Science.
Course structure
Students who commenced in Trimesters 1 and 2
Part 1: Foundation knowledge
48 credit pointsMCD1180 Introductory Physics
MCD1700 Introductory Mathematics
MCD1160 Introductory Engineering Computing
MCD1520 Introduction to Academic Communication
MCD1200 Physics A
MCD1750 Intermediate Mathematics
MCD1470 Engineering Practices
and one of the following units (6 credit points):
MCD1710 Introductory Biology
MCD1170 Introductory Chemistry
Part 2: Discipline knowledge
48 credit pointsa) You must complete the following four units (24 points):
MCD4770 Professional Practice
MCD4700 Introduction to Computer Systems, Networks and Security
MCD4710 Introduction to Programming
MCD4720 Fundamentals of C++
and one of the following units (6 credit points):
MCD2130 Functions and their Applications
MCD4490 Advanced Mathematics**
and one of the following units (6 credit points):
MCD4740 Web Fundamentals^^
MCD4730 Foundations of 3D***
b) You must complete two of the following units not yet already completed (12 points):
MCD4440 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science**
MCD2040 Managing People and Organisations
MCD2080 Business Statistics^
MCD4500 Engineering Mathematics**
MCD4740 Web Fundamentals^^
MCD4730 Foundations of 3D***
^MCD2080 is a compulsory unit if you want to study the Bachelor of Information Technology majoring in Information Systems.
***MCD4730 is a compulsory unit if you want to study the Bachelor of Information Technology majoring in Games and Immersive Media.
^^ MCD4740 is a compulsory unit if you want to study the Bachelor of Information Technology majoring in Software Development.
**The following three units are compulsory if you want to study the Bachelor of Computer Science (MCD4440 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science, MCD4490 Advanced Mathematics and MCD4500 Engineering Mathematics).
Students who commenced in Trimester 3
Part 1: Foundation knowledge
48 credit pointsMCD1160 Introductory Engineering Computing
MCD1470 Engineering Practices
MCD1520 Introduction to Academic Communication
MCD1540 Intercultural Business Communication
MCD1550 Introductory Mathematics for Business
MCD1730 Foundation of 3D
b) You must complete two of the following units (12 credit points):
MCD1690 Introductory Economics
MCD1590 The Modern World
MCD1490 Principles of Design or MCD1460 Visual Arts
MCD1350 Media Studies B or MCD 1360 Media Studies A
Part 2: Discipline knowledge
48 credit pointsInformation Technology stream
48 credit pointsa) You must complete the following six units (36 points):
MCD2130 Functions and their Applications
MCD4740 Web Fundamentals or MCD4730 Foundations of 3D
MCD4770 Professional Practice
MCD4700 Introduction to Computer Systems, Networks and Security
MCD4710 Introduction to Programming
MCD4750 Introduction to Cybersecurity
b) You must complete two of the following units (12 points):
MCD2040 Managing People and Organisations
MCD2080 Business Statistics
MCD4740 Web Fundamentals
MCD4730 Foundations of 3D
MCD6150 Media Challenges
Computer Science stream
48 credit pointsa) You must complete the following seven units (42 points):
MCD2130 Functions and their Applications
MCD4440 Discrete Mathematics
MCD4740 Web Fundamentals or MCD4730 Foundations of 3D
MCD4770 Professional Practice
MCD4700 Introduction to Computer Systems, Networks and Security
MCD4710 Introduction to Programming
MCD4750 Introduction to Cybersecurity
b) You must complete one of the following units (6 points):
MCD2040 Managing People and Organisations
MCD2080 Business Statistics
MCD4740 Web Fundamentals
MCD4730 Foundations of 3D
MCD6150 Media Challenges
The handbook's description of this structure
The course is structured in two parts: Part 1. Foundation knowledge and Part 2. Discipline knowledge.
Part 1. Foundation knowledge
These units will provide you with the foundational information technology and computer science concepts and theory and practical skills you’ll need for University.
Part 2. Discipline knowledge
These units are equivalent to first-year Monash University units that will provide you with specialist knowledge in information technology or computer science to enable progression to your destination bachelor's degree.
The course comprises 96 points structured in two parts: Parts 1. Foundation knowledge (48 points) and Part 2. Discipline knowledge (48 points).
Each unit is 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.
Part 1: Foundation knowledge (48 points) (Trimester 1 and 2 students)
You must complete the following seven units (42 points):
- MCD1180 Introductory Physics
- MCD1700 Introductory Mathematics
- MCD1160 Introductory Engineering Computing
- MCD1520 Introduction to Academic Communication
- MCD1200 Physics A
- MCD1750 Intermediate Mathematics
- MCD1470 Engineering Practices
and one of the following units (6 credit points):
- MCD1710 Introductory Biology
- MCD1170 Introductory Chemistry
Part 2: Discipline knowledge (48 points) (Trimester 1 and 2 students)
You must complete a) and b):
a) You must complete the following four units (24 points):
- MCD4770 Professional Practice
- MCD4700 Introduction to Computer Systems, Networks and Security
- MCD4710 Introduction to Programming
- MCD4720 Fundamentals of C++
and one of the following units (6 credit points):
- MCD2130 Functions and their Applications
- MCD4490 Advanced Mathematics**
and one of the following units (6 credit points):
- MCD4740 Web Fundamentals^^
- MCD4730 Foundations of 3D***
b) You must complete two of the following units not yet already completed (12 points):
- MCD4440 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science**
- MCD2040 Managing People and Organisations
- MCD2080 Business Statistics^
- MCD4500 Engineering Mathematics**
- MCD4740 Web Fundamentals^^
- MCD4730 Foundations of 3D***
^MCD2080 is a compulsory unit if you want to study the Bachelor of Information Technology majoring in Information Systems.
***MCD4730 is a compulsory unit if you want to study the Bachelor of Information Technology majoring in Games and Immersive Media.
^^ MCD4740 is a compulsory unit if you want to study the Bachelor of Information Technology majoring in Software Development.
**The following three units are compulsory if you want to study the Bachelor of Computer Science (MCD4440 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science, MCD4490 Advanced Mathematics and MCD4500 Engineering Mathematics).
Part 1: Foundation knowledge (48 points) (Trimester 3 students)
a) You must complete the following six units (36 points):
- MCD1160 Introductory Engineering Computing
- MCD1470 Engineering Practices
- MCD1520 Introduction to Academic Communication
- MCD1540 Intercultural Business Communication
- MCD1550 Introductory Mathematics for Business
- MCD1730 Foundation of 3D
b) You must complete two of the following units (12 credit points):
- MCD1690 Introductory Economics
- MCD1590 The Modern World
- MCD1490 Principles of Design or MCD1460 Visual Arts
- MCD1350 Media Studies B or MCD 1360 Media Studies A
Part 2: Discipline knowledge (48 points) (Trimester 3 IT stream students)
You must complete a) and b):
a) You must complete the following six units (36 points):
- MCD2130 Functions and their Applications
- MCD4740 Web Fundamentals or MCD4730 Foundations of 3D
- MCD4770 Professional Practice
- MCD4700 Introduction to Computer Systems, Networks and Security
- MCD4710 Introduction to Programming
- MCD4750 Introduction to Cybersecurity
b) You must complete two of the following units (12 points):
- MCD2040 Managing People and Organisations
- MCD2080 Business Statistics
- MCD4740 Web Fundamentals
- MCD4730 Foundations of 3D
- MCD6150 Media Challenges
Part 2: Discipline knowledge (48 points) (Trimester 3 Computer Science stream students)
You must complete a) and b):
a) You must complete the following seven units (42 points):
- MCD2130 Functions and their Applications
- MCD4440 Discrete Mathematics
- MCD4740 Web Fundamentals or MCD4730 Foundations of 3D
- MCD4770 Professional Practice
- MCD4700 Introduction to Computer Systems, Networks and Security
- MCD4710 Introduction to Programming
- MCD4750 Introduction to Cybersecurity
b) You must complete one of the following units (6 points):
- MCD2040 Managing People and Organisations
- MCD2080 Business Statistics
- MCD4740 Web Fundamentals
- MCD4730 Foundations of 3D
- MCD6150 Media Challenges
Learning outcomes
These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.
Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate knowledge of technical and theoretical issues in a variety of IT disciplines, as well as programming language skills.
- 2
Utilise technical skills to demonstrate understanding and problem solving in relation to IT issues involving diverse stakeholders.
- 3
Identify and communicate advice in a variety of IT disciplines to address problems in accord with management requirements
- 4
Critically apply theoretical and technical skills to solve problems in relation to a range of IT disciplines
- 5
Manage work priorities and coordinate the work of others in accord with parameters set by management in a number of IT contexts.
Entry requirements
Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank
Part 1: 50 || Part 2: 60
Other applicants
All applicants must satisfy the English and academic requirements equivalent to VCE and meet the Mathematics and Science prerequisite requirements.
English language
Part 1:
- IELTS (or equivalent): 5.5 (no band lower than 5.0)
- TOEFL Internet based score: 52 – Writing 15, Speaking 14, Listening and Reading 5
Part 2:
- IELTS (or equivalent): 6.0 (Writing not less than 6.0, no other band less than 5.5)
- TOEFL Internet based score: 69 – Writing 21, Speaking 14, Listening and Reading 5
More information
Progression to further studies
Once you have completed your Diploma with the required entry score and prerequisite requirements, you will have guaranteed entry into second year of a related undergraduate degree at Monash University.
Other information
The Diploma of Information Technology (IT) is the first step towards gaining your Monash IT-related degree. Information technology and computer science are central to every industry – creating more efficient ways to work, developing engaging ways to reach customers, and establishing powerful ways to communicate. By studying this pathway, you’ll have the skills you need to succeed in the fast-changing world of technology.
In the first year, you’ll learn about the maths and science theory and practical skills you’ll need for University.
In the second year, you’ll study subjects equivalent to first-year Monash University students and develop your specialist knowledge of Information Technology or Computer Science.
Common questions
How long is Diploma of Information Technology?
2 years full time, 96 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 4 semesters of full-time study.
What ATAR do I need for Diploma of Information Technology?
The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2025 entry is Part 1: 50 || Part 2: 60.
Where can I study Diploma of Information Technology?
At City (Melbourne).
How do I plan my Diploma of Information Technology units?
Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.