Foundation Studies - Information Technology (FS022SIT) (FS022SIT) + Associate Degree - Information Technology (AD006P11) (071307D)

Foundation Studies - Information Technology (FS022SIT) (FS022SIT):Foundation Studies is delivered by the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Training, a fully owned entity of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University. Foundation Studies provides students with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for their future academic success.

Located in the heart of the vibrant city of Melbourne, close to cafés, shops, arts and entertainment precincts, the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Training’s Foundation Studies specialist staff support students every step of the way. The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology provides opportunities to develop students' global and social network, setting them up for success at the university and into the future.

To ensure students get the best start to their studies, the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology has invested in careers counselling, academic and welfare support for international students to access when and where it suits them.

Foundation Studies gives students the opportunity to study the subjects that align with their interests and study goals. Students can choose from streams in: • Art, Design and Architecture • Business • Communication and Social Context • Engineering and Science • Health • Information Technology (IT)

Associate Degree - Information Technology (AD006P11) (071307D): This practical two-year Associate Degree - Information Technology program gives students the basic skills required to perform a range of in-demand specialist IT functions such as technical support, software development/installation, network engineering/administration. It is also a guaranteed pathway into a relevant bachelor degree.

Students can study in the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology's computer laboratories on old and new technology allowing them to enter the workforce with relevant skills for today’s IT industry. They will: • Learn how to build a secure network for an office environment • Develop a suite of skills to troubleshoot common technical problems • Set up VPNs • Develop software to meet business needs • Configure datacenter virtualization

Please note that applicants from some countries will be required to pay a non-refundable application fee. The fee will go towards the tuition deposit for any students who enroll.