Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering) in Australia
Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering) is a 2-year course in Australia that qualifies graduates to work as a Telecommunications Network Planner, with course fees starting from $12,000 for onshore students.
This course sits on Australia's MLTSSL occupation list and leads to an 18-month Temporary Graduate visa (TR 485) upon completion.
Course Snapshot
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Duration: 2 years
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Tuition Fee: Starts from $12,000 (onshore) / Starts from $18,000 (offshore)
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Initial Deposit: Starts from $1,500
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Graduate Visa (TR 485): 18 months upon course completion
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English Requirement to Enrol: IELTS 6.0 overall, no band less than 5.5, or equivalent
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Migration Occupation List: MLTSSL
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Occupation: Telecommunications Network Planner
What Will You Learn in This Course?
This specialised Telecommunications Technical Specialist course is designed to boost your employability in one of Australia's in-demand ICT niches. You'll graduate with the skills and knowledge to plan, design, manage, and monitor an enterprise information and communications technology network.
Career Outcomes After This Course
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Telecommunications Technical Officer or Technologist
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Telecommunications Network Planner
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Telecommunications Network Manager
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Network Engineering Technical Officer
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Network Security Manager
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IP-based Convergence Integrator
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IP-based Optical Network Designer
What Are the Migration Options With This Course?
Upon completing this course, you may be eligible for a migration skills assessment as a "Telecommunications Technical Officer or Technologist" or "Telecommunications Network Planner."
It's worth knowing upfront: PR invitation rounds for this occupation are less frequent, and nomination options are narrower compared to other ICT pathways. Broader PR options generally open up with a Bachelor-level or higher IT qualification combined with post-study work experience — worth exploring if long-term PR is your main goal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering) take?
The course takes 2 years to complete and leads to a Temporary Graduate visa (TR 485) validity of 18 months after graduation.
How much does this course cost in Australia?
Course fees start from $12,000 in total for onshore students and from $18,000 for offshore students, with an initial deposit starting from $1,500. Exact pricing varies by institution and intake.
Is Telecommunications Network Planner a skilled migration occupation in Australia?
Yes. Telecommunications Network Planner sits on the MLTSSL, though PR invitation rounds for this occupation are less frequent than for some other ICT roles.
What jobs can I get after this course?
Graduates can pursue roles such as Telecommunications Network Planner, Network Engineering Technical Officer, Network Security Manager, and IP-based Convergence Integrator, among others.
Should I consider a Master's degree instead for stronger PR chances?
If long-term PR is your priority, a Bachelor-level or higher IT qualification combined with post-study work experience generally opens up broader nomination options than this diploma alone.
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