This course has been Accredited by TEQSA as an AQF Level 5 – Diploma course.
Diploma of Science (Computing/IT) (Year 1) is designed to enhance your learning experience, and provide you with the underpinning knowledge necessary to prepare you for studies in computing, information technology and cyber security at university level.
Diploma of Science (Computing/IT) (Year 2) introduces you to the disciplines of computer science, software engineering, computer security, information technology and other emerging fields. All computing courses at ECU are developed in consultation with the IT industry and have received the Australian Computer Society’s highest level of accreditation (Level 1). Students who complete the ECC Diploma of Science (Computing/IT) (Year 2) will receive 8 units (120 credit points) advanced standing, the equivalent of the first year, in the respective bachelor’s degree at ECU. A minimum of 50% pass in all units is required for progression to ECU.
Your Diploma of Science (Computing/IT) can lead into ECU second year of below degrees:
Bachelor of Computer Science majoring in: Cyber Security, Software Engineering – 2 years
Bachelor of Information Technology – 2 years
Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security) – 2 years
IELTS (Academic) 5.5 with no band less than 5.0. IELTS Academic One Skill Retake are accepted.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) 42 with no score less than 36
TOEFL iBT 60
IGCSE, GCSE or GCE- O levels Grade C or Grade 4
GCE - A levels Grade E in English Language, English Literature or English Language and Literature