IIT Campus offers a pathway to a globally renowned degree in Australia
Since 1990, the Informatics Institute of Technology ( IIT Campus) has annexed an eminent position by being an unmatched pioneer in Sri Lanka’s private tertiary education sector in the field of IT and Business.
Since its inception, IIT has played a pivotal role in empowering Sri Lanka’s Information Communication and Technology sector and has groomed innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Recently, IIT Campus introduced a Diploma in Computing validated by the Deakin University with a pathway to Australia. The Diploma in Computing is a stepping-stone for a world renowned Bachelor of Information Technology degree from Deaking University which will open a plethora of employment opportunities in the IT sector in Australia. The Diploma will give an opportunity for students to complete their first year at IIT Campus in Colombo and upon completion the students will be able to directly transfer to Deakin University, Australia and specialize in a particular discipline for their next two academic years.
Why Choose Deakin University, Australia for your higher education?
Deakin University based in Melbourne is a multi-award winning university with an international focus. With a reputation for being young and innovative, Deakin University offers excellent facilities and flexible learning. Deakin is forging a new path both locally and globally as a leading provider of innovative learning and a positive university experience. This university has been ranked in the top three per cent of universities across all three of the major international university ranking systems - the Academic Ranking of World Universities, Times Higher Education World University Rankings and QS World University Rankings, assessed from 17 000 universities worldwide. Deakin was also ranked within the top 101-150 in the 2015 Academic Ranking of World Universities (AWRU).
For five consecutive years, Deakin has achieved the highest level of overall student satisfaction among the Australian state of Victorian universities. The University was also ranked International Educator of the Year 2014 by the Government of the Australia, State of Victoria.
What is the advantage in following a Diploma in Computing at IIT?
The Diploma in Computing will be a pathway that leads to a Bachelor of IT at Deakin University. The nine month programme offers several core modules as well as optional modules. One of the key advantages of following the first year Diploma at IIT is the fact that students will be able to save an estimated one third of the total costs of studying in Australia. This unique opportunity offered by IIT will enable students to save approximately Rs. 5- 6 mil- lion. A student who successfully completes the Diploma programme with an average above 60% can directly join the second year Bachelor of IT degree at Deakin University.
What are the specialization pathways for a student following the Bachelors of IT at Deakin University?
Following the successful completion of the Diploma in Computing, students who are following their Bachelors in IT will be able to specialize ( major) in Game Development, Interactive Media Design, Cloud Computing, Mobile and Apps Development, Security and Programming.
Why you should pursue a career in Australia’s IT sector?
Currently, Australia is having a booming IT industry with software engineers and IT graduates receiving lucrative career opportunities. A recent survey has indicated that Australia has a high demand of IT graduates as there is a shortage of skilled IT graduates in the country to meet the industry requirement.
Why you should choose IIT to pursue your dreams of being an IT professional?
IIT is the unmatched pioneer in providing world renowned higher education in the discipline of IT in Sri Lanka. The institute is renowned for producing innovators and have groomed many renowned IT professionals. IIT is an award winning campus that has produced over 3,000 graduates that are spread across the globe.
With its strong international affiliations, outstanding resources and focus on quality higher education, IIT is without a doubt an ideal place for students to obtain world renowned IT and Business degrees. For further information, do write to “admissions@ iit.ac.lk” or the hotline 0722 72 72 72 or visit and talk to counselors at IIT Main Campus at No. 57, Ramakrishna Rd, Colombo 6.