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Diploma of Software Development

Sydney, Australia
0.58 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

Diploma in Software Development is a two-year full-time diploma at NAIT in Edmonton, Taught in a hybrid format (online and in-person).

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Software Development and design and evaluate computational solutions
Use relevant digital tools
And interpret technical evidence.

Career outcomes

Backend Developer
Business Analyst (IT focus)
Cloud Engineer
Data Analyst
Data Scientist
DevOps/Systems Engineer
Frontend Developer
Full-Stack Developer
IT Consultant
IT Operations Analyst
IT Procurement Specialist
Mobile App Developer
Quality Assurance (QA) Tester
Software Developer
Software Tester
UI/UX Designer
Web Developer

Curriculum

Two-year full-time diploma taught in a hybrid format (online and in-person) at the Main Campus. Study areas the page names: Enterprise & AI Technologies
Data Science & Business Intelligence
Cloud Computing
Programming & Software Development
Web & Mobile Development. Co-op placement (15 weeks
Optional).

Entry requirements

Academic

An Australian bachelor degree in any discipline or equivalent
or Experience Based Entry (a portfolio evidencing at least 3 years of relevant industry experience). Applicants must be 18 or turning 18 in their first trimester. English: IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent.

Accepted academic background

An Australian bachelor's degree in any discipline or equivalent qualification, or Experience Based Entry (a substantial portfolio evidencing at least 3 years of relevant industry experience); aged 18 or over; English proficiency

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Proof of Identity
Application Form

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$12,976 AUD
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Sydney campus
Faculty or school	Information Technology
Department	Information Technology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	40
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	SAE University College scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
February 2027
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Program starts
May 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.58 years.