This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of information and communications technology (ICT) roles who have significant experience in specialist technical skills, or managerial business and people management skills.
Individuals in these roles carry out complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, leading a team or a strategic direction of a business. They apply their skills across a wide range of industries and business functions, or as a business owner (sole trader/contractor).
The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:
- advanced data management information: creating, designing and monitoring complex systems that store data, and optimising organisational knowledge management
- cyber security: protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture, and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans
- full stack web development: building advanced user interfaces, developing representational state transfer application program interfaces (REST APIs) and designing user experience solutions
further programming: applying advanced ICT languages to maintain security and manage data - IT strategy and organisational development: managing and communicating strategic ICT business solutions
- systems development and analysis: modelling and testing data objects, data processes and preferred ICT system solutions
- telecommunications network engineering: managing logistics, organisational specifications, regulations and legislative requirements across network projects.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum age of 18 years and above
- Satisfactory completion of the Year 12 or higher from applicant’s home country.
| IELTS (General or Academic) | PTE Academic | TOEFL PB | TOEFL iBT | CAE Scale | ELICOS (General English) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0 | 50–58 | 547–587 | 78–82 | 169–175 | n/a |
| 5.5 | 46 | 506 | 62 | 162 | +15 weeks |
| 5.0 | 38 | 478 | 51 | 154 | +30 weeks |
Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable (for offshore applicants).
OR
- Evidence that the applicant has studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, or the United States.
OR
- Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or successfully completed substantial components (50% or more units according to the training package) IV qualification or higher level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework on a student visa.
OR
- Applicants originating from students visa assessment levels 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy, Numeracy (LLN) and Digital (D) literacy test. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au
Onshore International Students
- Complete the Pre-Training Review including LLND test which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience.
Offshore International Students
- Complete the Pre-Training Review including LLND test which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience. This will be conducted either via video call (e.g. Skype) or phone call to the prospective learner.
Other Conditions
Students required to invest on average 6 hours a week of guided learning and summative assessments during the training weeks and does not include the term breaks.
Learning Pathways
Learners who successfully complete this qualification may progress into Graduate certificate or Bachelor qualification with other RTOs or universities.
Career Pathways
Graduates may find employment in ICT Industry as a:
ICT Telecommunication Engineer
Optical Network Manager
Senior Specialist Technician (Telecommunications)
Telecommunications Technical Officer
Senior Technical Officer (Telecommunications Engineering)
*It is not, however, intended to indicate that an individual will gain immediate employment on completion of this qualification.
Course Outline
To attain this qualification, 16 units of competency must be successfully completed. The recommended course outline is as follows:
| Core Units | ||
| No | Unit Code & Title | |
| 1 | BSBCRT611 – Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving | |
| 2 | BSBTWK502 – Manage team effectiveness | |
| 3 | BSBXCS402 – Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | |
| 4 | ICTICT608 – Interact with clients on a business level | |
| 5 | ICTICT618 – Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | |
| 6 | ICTSAD609 – Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment | |
| Elective Units | ||
| No | Unit Code & Title | |
| 7 | ICTCYS606 – Evaluate an organisation’s compliance with relevant cyber security standards and law | |
| 8 | ICTCYS608 – Perform cyber security risk assessments | |
| 9 | ICTSAS530 – Use network tools | |
| 10 | ICTNWK621 – Configure network devices for a secure network infrastructure | |
| 11 | ICTNWK546 – Manage network securit | |
| 12 | ICTNPL413 – Evaluate networking regulations and legislation for the telecommunications industry | |
| 13 | ICTNWK612 – Plan and manage troubleshooting advanced integrated IP networks | |
| 14 | ICTPMG613 – Manage ICT project planning | |
| 15 | ICTTEN615 – Manage network traffic | |
| 16 | ICTTEN622 – Produce ICT network architecture designs | |
Duration
Full time: over a period of 104 weeks
- 104 weeks of delivery is inclusive of 27 weeks holiday breaks.
- Classroom sessions of 20 hours per week.
Fees
| Tuition Fees | $30,000 |
| Non-Tuition Fees | |
| Application Fees | $500 |
| Material Fees | $1500 |
| Total Fees | $32,000 |
Delivery Mode and Assessment
Classroom Blended including classroom sessions, guided leaning and theory assessments at home and simulated workplace environment.
Summative Theory assessment is conducted outside of the classroom environment. Summative Practical assessment occurs in the classroom environment.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers (CT)
Demonstration of Competence through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Learners can demonstrate competency through formal, non-formal and informal learning:
- Formal learning refers to learning that takes place through a structured program of instruction and is linked to the attainment of an AQF qualification or statement of attainment (for example, a certificate, diploma or university degree);
- Non-formal learning refers to learning that takes place through a structured program of instruction, but does not lead to the attainment of an AQF qualification or statement of attainment (for example, in-house professional development programs conducted by a business); and
- Informal learning refers to learning that results through the experience of work-related, social, family, hobby or leisure activities (for example the acquisition of interpersonal skills developed through several years as a sales representative).
- Learners are encouraged to apply for RPL prior to or immediately after formal enrolment but prior to the facilitated delivery of units to ensure that they do not miss any learning opportunities offered should they be unsuccessful in the RPL process.
To know more about how RPL is conducted please refer to the following documents:
RPL policy and procedure
RPL kit for the qualification
How prospective learners will be made aware of RPL
Prospective learners will be informed of the RPL policy and process prior to enrolment via website, Student handbook and pre-training review, enrolment, and course commencement stages.
Credit Transfers (CT)
- Austra College recognises the AQF Qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Registered Training Organisation.
- Learners must show evidence that can be verified such as a statement of results to be considered for CT. Learners should advise and provide evidence of their acquired or pending qualifications/statements of attainment before or during the enrolment process.
Delivery Locations
Location
Adelaide
Level 3, 90 King William Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Description : Classroom
Intake Schedule
Why IT professionals across Australia are choosing this diploma
The demand is explosive
Every business needs skilled IT professionals who can design networks, protect data, and manage complex systems. You have advanced IT skills, companies are fighting to hire you.
It's a real career path
This diploma opens doors to network architect roles, cybersecurity positions, project management, and even running your own IT consultancy. You're not just fixing computers, but you're building the infrastructure
You'll use the real gear
Training with the same enterprise-level network equipment, security tools, and development platforms you'll see in professional IT environments means you hit the ground running.
Employers recognise it
This nationally recognised diploma carries weight across the country, giving you options wherever you want to work.
About this qualification
The ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology gives you practical implementation of cybersecurity solutions, manage enterprise systems, and lead technical projects. You’ll get the support from specialists who designs, secures, and manages the technology infrastructure that businesses depend on. Choose your specialisation: network engineering, cybersecurity, systems development, or IT project leadership.
Who it’s for
Ambitious tech enthusiasts looking hands on training and senior technical roles.
What you’ll walk away with
You’ll confidently design enterprise networks, implement security architectures, manage complex IT projects, and solve problems that require deep technical expertise. By the time you finish, you will get hands-on experience that prepares you for your first day on the job.
