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Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

RMIT University

  • Melbourne, Australia
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Diploma

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About the program

Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering is a two-year full-time diploma course at TAFE NSW covering electronic equipment principles, Microcontroller software, Communication systems and project costing.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop knowledge of Electronics and Communications Engineering and apply technical analysis
  • Design principles
  • and practical problem-solving to academic or practical tasks. Evaluate relevant information and communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

  • Technical Officer (electronic and communications engineering)
  • Telecommunications Technical Officer

Curriculum

  • Two-year course with 32 listed units. Core study includes participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
  • Commission electronics and communications systems and modify - redesign electronics and communications systems. Includes work placement.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent
  • typically with a minimum average of 50% in a VCE-equivalent qualification; some advanced diplomas require a related RMIT diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum average of 50% in a VCE-equivalent qualification for six courses; three courses require a related RMIT diploma (Visual Arts
  • Accounting
  • Screen and Media) or equivalent

Accepted academic background

Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent or a related diploma

Language tests

  • IELTS 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT 50
  • PTE Academic 42
  • Cambridge 162
  • IELTS Academic 5.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of Identity
  • Application Form

How to apply

  1. 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$24,625 AUD
Application fee$100 AUD
Deposit_

Program details

CampusMelbourne City
Faculty or schoolCollege of Vocational Education
Department_
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1.5 years
Scholarship noteRMIT University 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

    Apply by

    10 Feb 2027

    88 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.