IT & Cyber Security Courses in Australia

Build digital and technology skills through Australian IT, software, data, networking and cyber security courses, from vocational certificates and diplomas through bachelor and master’s degrees.

Students working with computer code

Bachelor, Master, Diploma & Certificate Courses

Bachelor

  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Computer Science
  • Bachelor of Software Engineering
  • Bachelor of Cyber Security
  • Bachelor of Data Science

Master

  • Master of Information Technology
  • Master of Cyber Security
  • Master of Data Science
  • Master of Software Engineering

Diploma

  • Diploma of Information Technology
  • Diploma of Website Development

Certificate

  • Certificate IV in Information Technology
  • Other ICT certificate qualifications offered by CRICOS providers

Approximate International Tuition Fees

Certificates and diplomas often range around AUD 8,000–25,000 per year; bachelor IT degrees commonly around AUD 28,000–50,000 per year; master’s programs commonly around AUD 25,000–55,000 per year.

Actual fees vary by provider, course structure, campus and study load.

Things to compare

  • Programming, networking, cloud, data or cyber security specialisations
  • Academic and English entry requirements
  • Course duration and credit arrangements
  • Industry projects, labs and placement opportunities
  • CRICOS registration for Student visa study

Frequently Asked Questions

Which IT courses are popular?

Information technology, computer science, software engineering, cyber security and data science are common choices.

Can a diploma lead to a bachelor degree?

Some providers offer pathway or credit arrangements, but the receiving institution decides how previous study is recognised.

Do IT courses require mathematics?

Some computing and data courses have mathematics prerequisites while others have more flexible entry requirements.

What is the approximate cost?

Many bachelor IT programs fall within the broad range shown above, but students should confirm the current fee with the provider.

Important: Course completion does not itself guarantee employment or migration outcomes. Check current course and provider information before enrolling.