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ECA Professional Year for IT students
Gain practical industry experience through an internship placement as part of the ECA Professional Year program.
- 45–52 week program
- 12-week placement
- Hands-on experience
For eligible IT graduates
For future students
Explore the ECA Professional Year in IT and find out if you meet the eligibility requirements before applying.
For current students
Explore the ECA Professional Year program before graduation. Enrolment requires a completed eligible Australian IT qualification and meeting all program requirements.
APIC IT degree + ECA Professional Year package pricing
Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) + PY
Onshore students (in Australia)
A$43,500
Offshore (outside Australia) diversity scholarship students
A$43,500
Offshore students (outside Australia)
A$50,700
Master of Information Technology (MIT) + PY
Onshore students (in Australia)
A$41,100
Offshore (outside Australia) diversity scholarship students
A$38,700
Offshore students (outside Australia)
A$43,500
Package benefits
Eligible students may receive a total discount of A$1,000 when enrolling in an APIC IT degree with the ECA Professional Year pathway or joining the Professional Year program as an APIC graduate. Eligibility criteria and conditions apply.
Additional benefit for APIC bachelor graduates
Eligible APIC Bachelor graduates may receive a 50% alumni scholarship towards the Master of Information Technology tuition fees, with a combined Master's degree and ECA Professional Year package priced at A$32,100. Scholarship conditions apply.
Fees & conditions
All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD). Fees, discounts and scholarships are subject to eligibility and applicable conditions. Contact APIC for details on fees, provider responsibilities, and refund and cancellation policies.
Here's what you will gain
Guaranteed internship placements
A major highlight of ECA Professional Year is our robust internship program. With 3,000 partnerships across leading tech companies, startups, and SMEs, ECA matches students with real-world placements that align with their skills and career goals.
ACS accreditation
ECA Professional Year is an officially accredited provider of the ACS Professional Year in IT, meeting all the standards required by the Australian Computer Society. Our curriculum is aligned with the latest industry expectations and Australian workplace practices.
Specialised training
Coursework includes advanced modules on data security, project management, and software development.
Flexible intake
ECA Professional Year offers multiple intakes throughout the year to accommodate students' schedules and has study options available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Geelong.
*Professional Year services are provided by ECA Professional Year. Visit their website for more information.
Did you know?
78%
of ECA Professional Year students secure a paid job in IT by the end of the program.
22%
secure paid employment during their internship.
Hear from ECA Professional Year students themselves!
Requirements to apply
● Completed an IT-related bachelor's degree or higher at an Australian tertiary institution and meet the Australian Study Requirement (ASR).
● Hold a valid passport and visa with full work and study rights, valid for at least 365 days from the program commencement date.
● Meet the English language requirements, including a test taken within the past three years that demonstrates Competent English (e.g. IELTS 6.0 or higher in each band).
● Complete a pre-enrolment interview with an accredited education provider.
● Meet the current eligibility requirements set by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and ECA.
Eligibility is assessed against current ACS and ECA criteria. Visa and admission requirements may change.
Eligibility is assessed against current ACS and ECA criteria. Visa and admission requirements may change.
Your pathway to a career in IT
Ready to take the next step?
CRICOS Provider No. 03048D, TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12007, TEQSA Provider Category: Institute of Higher Education, ABN: 48 061 101 488
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