Diploma of Applied Cloud Technology

About this course

Everything lives 'in the cloud' these days, so it's no surprise cloud computing and technology is a steadily growing employment area in the IT industry. You can take your first step towards a career in this cutting-edge industry with a Diploma of Applied Cloud Technology from La Trobe University.

The degree is a collaboration between La Trobe, Amazon Web Services and Didasko, and is offered fully online. Through its nested structure, you will commence the Bachelor of Applied Cloud Technology program with the ability to exit after one year of successful study with an Applied Diploma qualification.

Throughout the course, you'll learn the fundamentals of cloud computing, covering key areas from programming and databases through to information systems and network engineering. You'll graduate with the knowledge and skills to pursue roles filling crucial gaps across the cloud-skilled IT sector.

Eligibility

To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

• Completion of Year 12, with a score in English of at least 25; OR
• An equivalent academic level achievement; OR
• Work experience after leaving school
  • Two years if completing a business degree
  • One year if completing an IT degree; AND
• All students are required to undergo the online Didasko Pre-enrolment Assessment and achieve a pass mark of 60%.

Areas of study

In this IT course, the subjects you may study include:

• Information Technology Fundamentals
• Cloud Foundations
• Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals
• Database Fundamentals on the Cloud
• Information Systems
• Network Engineering Fundamentals
• Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming
• Sustainability Practices

Why study with La Trobe University?

Learn with one of Australia’s pioneers in education, La Trobe University and trust over 50 years of experience!

Graduate with an applied degree in IT and join over 35,000 students who have been taught by some of the best, or opt to undertake an applied degree in Business and gain a variety of new skills that you can apply just about anywhere.

Whatever you study, La Trobe are committed to offering students an engaging, flexible and practical learning experience with their 100% online curriculum. This means you can enjoy the ease of studying at a time and place that’s convenient for you.

As La Trobe’s motto would say, “whoever seeks shall find”, so discovering a new career can be just a click away.

Student Support

Studying with La Trobe means you’ll have access to support staff and academic teams who will not only guide you through your studies, but also help you get job-ready.

You’ve got the qualification, now what? Their Career Support Centre will help you conquer your career goals and land your dream job... they’ll even help you prepare a standout CV and cover letter!