Diploma of Information Technology (UniLink) (8 months)
Want to know more about the world of computing, codes and clouds? The Diploma of Information Technology (UniLink) gives you an alternative pathway into higher education. You'll learn in a supportive and friendly university environment where you can explore the technologies that keep the world moving forward.
Study Information Technology to learn about computing hardware and software. Better yet, you’ll gain strategic knowledge about the principles of designing, developing and managing these technologies. You'll learn how to do this as an individual and as part of a collaborative team.
Learn about web-based applications and cloud computing. Understand database-modelling techniques and how to use them. Get broad knowledge of domain networks and network configurations. Develop practical skills in structural programming and program development. Discover the world of emerging STEM technologies and how they can shape your future career. This diploma will prepare you for further study in computer science, communication technologies, and systems analysis.
Over 8 months, you’ll study content that is similar to a bachelor degree, but in smaller class sizes – so you'll have more one-on-one time with your teachers. When you finish your UniLink diploma, you can move straight into a range of relevant bachelor degrees at Swinburne, adding no additional time or money to your studies.
Every international student application is considered for a scholarship
Whether you’re living in Australia or overseas, you’re automatically considered for a scholarship of up to 30% off your course fees. Please check our updated entry requirements.
Duration
8 Month/s
Intakes
Colombo (February, June, October)
Hawthorn (February, June, October)
Kandy (February, June, October) - View application and start dates
CRICOS code
085475F
Fees
A$30200 (total for 2023) (for Colombo and Kandy campus fee, refer to NCHS website http://nchs.edu.lk/swinburne/)*
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Course structure
To qualify for the award of the Diploma of Information Technology (UniLink) (8 months) students must successfully complete 100 credit points comprising:
- 5 core units of study (62.5 credit points)
- 1 stream composed of 3 units of study (37.5 credit points).
Units of study
Marketing principles and practices (MKT10008)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
Aims and objectives

Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and English language requirements.
Course fees
Entry requirements
A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) can now be done on campus in Hawthorn at Room 132, Building TD. Book now or call +61 3 9214 3584 for more information.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- Swinburne University's ELICOS program: English for Academic Purposes EAP 4 Upper Intermediate, with overall 65% and all skills 60% or above
- IELTS (Academic Module): Overall 5.5 with no individual band below 5.0
- any other equivalent assessment of English language proficiency
Find out more about English language requirements.
How to apply
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.
Find out more
Tel: +61 3 9214 8444 (outside Australia)
Sri Lanka
Hotline: +94 777 899 998
Phone: +94 115 899 998
Email: info@nchs.edu.lk