INTERNATIONAL

Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Programming)

CRICOS Code: 110568M
National Code: ICT50220

2025 2026

Description

Gain advanced knowledge and valuable experience in an industry- standard learning environment with the latest technology. This nationally recognised course will enable you to enhance your programming skills and advance your IT career.

Duration (incl. holidays)

Semester(s)

Teaching Duration

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52 weeks

40 weeks

ICT Software Engineer

International Applications

Campus / Location

Study Mode

Contact Hours

Study Load

Commences

Scheduled

Adelaide City

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

20 hours per week

Full Time

January, July

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On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

Full Time

Full Time classes

Day Classes

Day time classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes

Course Admission Requirements
(for International Applications)

Academic IELTS score of 6.0 Overall with minimum of 5.0 in all bands or equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) or overseas equivalent.

Fees

These course fees are for international students only.

Duration

Tuition Fees

Incidental Fees^*

Semester 1

AUD $7642

AUD $400^*

Semester 2

AUD $7643

Fee Totals

AUD $15285

AUD $400^*

Total Course Cost

AUD $15685

* Students will be required to purchase the following items prior to the commencement of their course: webcam, external SSD (512GB-1TB capacity), headset with microphone at the approximate cost of $400. Students will also need to purchase internet connection and access which would be an ongoing cost depending on the plan selected.

Note: TAFE SA course tuition and other fees/costs are subject to regular increases and are reviewed annually. TAFE SA accepts applications for courses commencing beyond the current year, course, tuition and other fees/costs for these years will apply once published. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to alter, amend or delete any fee, course, admission requirement, mode of delivery, duration or other arrangement without prior notice. If the study duration is extended beyond the period of the student’s visa the student will be liable for visa and related costs, eg medical examinations, OSHC and living expenses.

Overseas Students Health Cover

All overseas students are required to have Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) insurance for the entire duration of the course. The health cover rate will vary depending on the personal circumstances and duration of stay in Australia. Read more about Overseas Students Health Cover.

Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

Employment Outcomes

Career opportunities include analyst programmer support, programming developer, software applications programmer, software developer, database support programmer, web support programmer.

Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

Qualifications & Skills Covered

Award - SATAC application process

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) (ICT40120)
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technologies and practices in different organisational contexts. The focus of the course is on programming. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 7 core units and 13 elective units.

Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Programming) (ICT50220)
This course covers the skills and knowledge to be competent in programming and software development. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 6 core units and 14 elective units.

90%*
of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.

87%*
of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.

* 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

Course Units

Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

Core

Name	Nominal Hours	Subject Code	National Code
Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments	40	TABTB	ICTICT532
Lead and facilitate a team	50	FACYN	BSBXTW401
Manage client problems	20	TABTC	ICTSAS527
Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation	50	TABGA	ICTICT517
Originate and develop concepts	30	FACYB	BSBCRT512
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices	40	FACYM	BSBXCS402

Elective

Name	Nominal Hours	Subject Code	National Code
Apply advanced programming skills in another language	80	TACBM	ICTPRG547
Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills	60	TACBN	ICTPRG549
Apply introductory object-oriented language skills	60	TABGE	ICTPRG430
Apply skills in object-oriented design	40	TABWA	ICTPRG441
Build advanced user interfaces	60	TACBH	ICTPRG535
Create and develop REST APIs	60	TACBP	ICTPRG553
Create cloud computing services	60	TACBT	ICTPRG614
Create dynamic web pages	40	TABXG	ICTWEB514
Design application architecture	40	TACBK	ICTPRG536
Design databases	50	TABYZ	ICTDBS506
Develop technical requirements for business solutions	30	TABYN	ICTSAD508
Implement and use a model view controller framework	70	TACBS	ICTPRG556
Integrate databases with websites	25	TABXW	ICTDBS507
Manage data persistence using noSQL data stores	80	TACBR	ICTPRG554

University Packaged Programs

If your goal is to achieve a bachelor degree in your chosen field of study, TAFE SA offers two different types of pathway to university - a University Packaged Program or Credit Transfer.

A University Packaged Program allows you to select the course and the university you wish to study at, before commencing your studies at TAFE SA.

This course is available as a University Packaged Program. This allows students to accept a joint packaged offer with a local South Australian University, and upon successful completion of TAFE SA qualification, the student is eligible for a guaranteed entry into a nominated University Program. Find out more about University Packaged Programs.

The table below shows current packages available for this course.

Course	Duration	Indicative Package Cost
Bachelor of Information Technology	2 years	AUD$104,580
Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)	2 to 2.5 years	AUD$123,130
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)	3 years	AUD$141,680
Bachelor of Information Technology (Games & Entertainment Design)	2 years	AUD$104,580
Bachelor of Information Technology (Networking and Cybersecurity)	2 to 2.5 years	AUD$123,130

Credit Transfer

Studying at TAFE SA is one of the easiest pathways towards a University Degree. Credit Transfer is the formal recognition that parts of a TAFE SA course are equivalent in content and level to parts of some University courses. Below are the Credit Transfer details for this course. View all TAFE SA Credit Transfer Agreements

University Course	Total Units in Uni Course	Credits Granted
Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)	108	36
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)	144	36
Bachelor of Information Technology (Games & Entertainment Design)	108	36
Bachelor of Information Technology (Networking and Cybersecurity)	108	36
Bachelor of Information Technology	108	36

Living in Adelaide

The city created for students

You will never find another city like Adelaide. With welcoming locals, it is the perfect place for you to study, live and enjoy.

A student city

Adelaide is home to over 30,000 international students and has a strong and growing reputation as an education city. In addition to TAFE SA, Adelaide is home to six world-leading universities: The University of Adelaide, the University of South Australia, Flinders University, Carnegie Mellon University, Torrens University Australia and CQ University Australia.

Safe

Adelaide’s crime rates are the lowest in the country and for that reason, Adelaide has previously been named the safest city in Australia.

Beach Culture

Adelaide’s pristine sandy beaches are just a 20 minute tram ride from the city centre. On hot summer days, you can study in the day and take the tram to have dinner at the beach and watch the sunset with friends.

Live centrally

Accommodation is more affordable in Adelaide than in other cities in Australia making it often possible for students to live in the heart of the city or just outside. This means more time is spent studying and less time travelling.

Delicious!

Adelaide is known for its cafe culture, with more cafes and restaurants by population than any other city in Australia. In recent years, Adelaide has also developed a vibrant and varied bar scene. The city is big enough that you will struggle to visit all of the places you would like to drink and eat in during in your first year of study. Our mix of cultures means there’s likely to be a supermarket that sells food from your home country too.

Easy to get around

Adelaide is a flat city so it is ideal for walking or cycling. Its grid layout makes it almost impossible to get lost! There are free trams and buses around the city centre. International students can show their ID to get cheaper tickets.

Festivals

Adelaide is known for its festivals, which are famous around the world. WOMADelaide, the Adelaide Festival of Arts, Fringe Festival and Cabaret Festival are just some of the international arts and music festivals that keep the city buzzing

Everyone agrees – Adelaide is a great place to live and study

Adelaide is recognised as one of the world’s most liveable cities. In 2014, Lonely Planet’s Best of Travel book ranked Adelaide in the global top ten. For the last four years Adelaide has been ranked one of the most liveable cities in the world by The Economist Intelligence Unit.

Beautiful weather

Adelaide has four distinct seasons, with moderate winters and warm to hot summers. In winter you will need woolly jumpers and jackets and in summer, shorts and t-shirts. The heat in South Australia is dry, rather than humid.