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    Program facts

    Central Queensland University
    Rockhampton, Australia
    • Program type
      Associate
    • Duration
      2 years
    • Annual tuition fee
      26,640 AUD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    • Language taught in
      English
    • Start date
      July, November, March

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    Program Overview

    What Central Queensland University says about their program:
    "An Associate Degree of Information Technology will provide you with a foundation to begin your pursuit of a fast-paced, challenging and dynamic career in the information technology industry.


    The core units within this course will provide you with a solid grounding in the core body of information technology knowledge and skills as defined by the Australian Computer Society. The course allows you a wide choice of electives to pursue your area of interest.


    By completing an Associate Degree of Information Technology it provides you with a gateway to a wide variety of professions. Information technology specialists are sought after in nearly every business or organisation and in a range of employment fields ranging from finance, medicine, arts, education, the military and manufacturing to high-tech business."

    Admissions requirements

    Entry requirements are a guideline of the recommended academic and English language proficiency that CQUniversity expects you to have. Entry requirements vary among courses.

    To apply for entry to CQUniversity programs, you must satisfy academic requirements and English language requirements. This ensures that you have the skills and knowledge to do well in the course.

    English requirements

    IELTS 6 (no score below 5.5) / TOEFL 75 (no score below 17) / PTE 54. Health courses and engineering may have a higher requirement.

    Students from the US, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, and Canada do not need English requirements.

    If students do not meet the English criteria they can study English on campus. For every .5 of a required level missing, they will need 10 weeks of English.

    Entry requirements

    Undergraduate programs

    For certificates

    Successful completion of Australian year 10 or equivalent.

    For diplomas

    Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent; or completion of AQF Certificate IV or equivalent.

    For a bachelor's

    Successful completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12. An approved university foundation studies or formal Australian Certificate IV can also be taken to meet this entry requirement.

    If you have successfully completed a certificate, diploma or advanced diploma (or equivalent) you may gain advanced standing into your CQUniversity program.

    Postgraduate programs

    Completion of a bachelor's degree with the equivalent to an Australian pass grade average in the final two terms, from a recognized higher education institution.

    Intake and application deadline

    Term 1 (March - June): deadline February 1 Term 2 (July - October): deadline June 1 Term 3 (October - February): deadline September 1

    Applications may take longer to process for Latin American students. Allow six weeks before the program start date.

    Fees and funding

    CQUniversity are committed to making courses accessible to everyone. That's why on top of offering multiple pathways for those at different stages of life professionally and personally, they also offer a generous variety of scholarships to international students and highly competitive fees.

    Fees

    Undergraduate tuition from AUD$20,000 / year Graduate tuition from AUD$21,000 / year Diplomas from AUD$23,000 / year

    Funding

    Scholarships are awarded to recognize strong academic performance and innovation as well as enable better access so that students can reach their full potential and build on their education aspirations. This aspect of financial support is a key feature in the University's provision of services to international students.

    International Student Scholarship

    The scholarship is available to all new international students wishing to study an undergraduate or postgraduate program at any campus at CQUniversity. If your application for the scholarship is successful, you will receive a 20 percent reduction of your tuition fees. Check if you meet the selection criteria.

    International Student Scholarship – Regional

    This scholarship is open to all new international students wishing to study an undergraduate or postgraduate course at one of CQUniversity’s regional campuses. Successful applicants will receive a 20 percent tuition fee reduction. Check if you meet the eligibility criteria.

    Visa requirements for Central Queensland University

    Many international students will require a visa to study in Australia, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

    Australia student visa requirements