ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Programming)
Step into a software development career
Go beyond programming and take a step towards a lasting career in software development. Gain advanced knowledge and valuable experience in a learning environment that meets industry standards with the latest technology.
All Diploma level studies include: cyber security awareness, working in teams, client management skills, and ethics and privacy.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
This course is a VET Student Loan eligible course. A VET Student Loan creates a debt that must be repaid to the Commonwealth and is only available to students who are eligible.
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Overview
Where Murdoch | Rockingham
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
How On Campus
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
This course is not available to study by applicants outside of WA.
With South Metro TAFE partnering with Oracle and Microsoft, we can ensure the latest software and technology is included in this course.
Specialist facilities on-campus
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, networking, programming and digital media.
Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship Program
If you are studying a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Aviation, Cyber Security, Engineering, IT, Logistics, or Project Management then you are eligible to apply.
The Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship Program (DIIGS), funded by the State Government, has various grants (starting at $2,500) and work placement opportunities that could set you up for a career in the defence industry. Read more about DIIGS and how to apply.
- develop complex business applications
- gain advanced knowledge of Java, C#, Python
- design and develop SQL and noSQL databases
- use Agile development techniques
In order to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, you must take into account the essential skills and knowledge required to undertake this study.
- ability to work well with others and good communication skills
- good time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and meet dealines
- interest in keeping up with new technologies and industry trends
- be technically minded
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Semester 1, 2025
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | $0.00 | $17.75 |
| BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts | $0.00 | $29.25 |
| BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | $0.00 | $17.75 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $35.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $33.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $35.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $19.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $25.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $10.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.00 |
Semester 1, 2025 fee
| Tuition fee | Resource fee | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $239.25 | $239.25 |
Semester 2, 2025
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| ICTSAS527 Manage client problems | $0.00 | $10.00 |
| BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team | $0.00 | $11.25 |
| ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | $0.00 | $13.50 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $15.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $20.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $14.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $42.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $31.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $40.75 |
Semester 2, 2025 fee
| Tuition fee | Resource fee | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $214.25 | $214.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Details
Units and fees
Semester 1, 2025
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | $0.00 | $17.75 |
| BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts | $0.00 | $29.25 |
| ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | $0.00 | $17.75 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $15.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $10.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $25.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $19.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $35.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $33.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $35.50 |
Semester 1, 2025 fee
| Tuition fee | Resource fee | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $239.25 | $239.25 |
Semester 2, 2025
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | $0.00 | $13.50 |
| BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team | $0.00 | $11.25 |
| ICTSAS527 Manage client problems | $0.00 | $10.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $40.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $31.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $42.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $14.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $20.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.25 |
Semester 2, 2025 fee
| Tuition fee | Resource fee | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $214.25 | $214.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Semester 2, 2025
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts | $0.00 | $29.25 |
| BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | $0.00 | $17.75 |
| ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | $0.00 | $17.75 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $33.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $10.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $35.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $19.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $25.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $35.50 |
Semester 2, 2025 fee
| Tuition fee | Resource fee | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $239.25 | $239.25 |
Semester 1, 2026
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| ICTSAS527 Manage client problems | $0.00 | $10.00 |
| BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team | $0.00 | $11.25 |
| ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | $0.00 | $13.50 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $15.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $14.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $42.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $31.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $40.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $20.50 |
Semester 1, 2026 fee
| Tuition fee | Resource fee | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $214.25 | $214.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Details
Units and fees
Semester 2, 2025
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | $0.00 | $17.75 |
| BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | $0.00 | $17.75 |
| BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts | $0.00 | $29.25 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $35.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $25.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $19.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $35.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $10.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $33.25 |
Semester 2, 2025 fee
| Tuition fee | Resource fee | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $239.25 | $239.25 |
Semester 1, 2026
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | $0.00 | $13.50 |
| BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team | $0.00 | $11.25 |
| ICTSAS527 Manage client problems | $0.00 | $10.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $20.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $40.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $31.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $42.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $14.50 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.25 |
|
|
$0.00 | $15.25 |
Semester 1, 2026 fee
| Tuition fee | Resource fee | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $214.25 | $214.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.