CRICOS Code: 105048M
ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology (Front-end & Back-end Web Development Specialisation)
Create, code, and launch your future in web development!
Overview
Enjoy the flexibility to start on any upcoming intake date.
Why Take This Course?
● Build real, responsive websites
● Practise the full lifecycle: plan → code → test → deploy
● Use HTML/CSS/JS, React, plus basic server-side
● Work in teams with version control
● Create a portfolio that shows your skills
What You’ll Learn
Design engaging front-end experiences with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ReactJS Build strong back-end systems and REST APIs Integrate databases for dynamic, data-driven websites Optimise performance and ensure quality across web projects Develop responsive sites using leading CMS platforms Apply cybersecurity, ethics, and client-focused project skills
Career Outcomes
This diploma reflects the role of web developers who design, build and maintain modern websites and web applications across both front-end and back-end environments.
Graduates may seek roles such as
• Junior / Assistant Web Developer
• Front-End Web Developer
• Back-End Web Developer
• Junior Full-Stack Developer
• CMS / Website Administrator
Industry areas
With skills in both front-end and back-end development, graduates may work in:
• Web and digital agencies building client websites and web apps
• In-house digital, marketing or IT teams
• E-commerce and online service platforms
• Start-ups and small businesses needing end-to-end web solutions
• Freelance web development and support work
Your elective units allow you to work with:
• Front-end technologies – HTML/XML, CSS, responsive layouts, user experience and interactive interfaces
• Back-end technologies – databases, REST APIs, data persistence (including NoSQL) and content management systems
Further study pathways
At Mindroom
Graduates often use this qualification as a foundation for more specialised study, for example:
BSB50820 – Diploma of Project Management – for those leading web and digital projects from planning to delivery.
(Entry into additional courses is subject to meeting each course’s specific entry requirements.)
Beyond Mindroom
As an AQF Level 5 qualification, this diploma may also support applications to advanced diplomas or bachelor degrees in web development, software development, computer science or related fields, depending on each institution’s admission criteria.
Course Outline
The ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology (Front-end and back-end Web Development Specialisation) comprises a total of 20 units, including 6 core unit and 14 electives from 3 different groups.
CORE UNITS
BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
ELECTIVE UNITS
Internet of Things / Web Design and Development (No specialisation)
ICTIOT501 Install IoT devices and networks ICTWEB441 Produce basic client-side script ICTWEB521 Customise complex ICT content management systems
Group C Back End Web Development Specialisation
ICTDBS507 Integrate databases with websites ICTPRG553 Create and develop REST APIs ICTPRG554 Manage data persistence using noSQL data stores ICTWEB522 Develop website information architecture ICTWEB525 Implement quality assurance process for websites
Group I Front End Web Development Specialisation
ICTICT530 Design user experience solutions ICTWEB513 Build dynamic websites ICTWEB514 Create dynamic web pages ICTWEB518 Build a document using Extensible Markup Language ICTWEB519 Develop complex web page layouts ICTWEB520 Develop complex cascading style sheets
Who Is This Course For?
Open to international and domestic students.
Aspiring front/back-end devs after structured learning & team projects Career changers building responsive sites & simple apps (HTML/CSS/JS/React; intro Python/PHP + basic DB) New grads building a portfolio with version control and standards Design-curious tech learners turning wireframes into working products (incl. CMS)
Course Essentials
Are you an international or domestic student? Click the tab below that best describes you.
COURSE DURATION
This is a full-time course that spans 92 academic weeks, with an additional 27 holiday weeks, totalling 119 weeks enrolment.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- – Must be a minimum of 18 years old when the course commences
- – Must demonstrate English proficiency. See ‘ENGLISH (COURSE ENTRY & VISA EVIDENCE)’ in tab below.
Note: A reasonable level of English is required to understand course concepts and communicate effectively.
General Requirements for All Students:
- – A personal laptop is a mandatory requirement for in-class studies
- – Laptop Specs: Windows PC with an i7 Intel chip. This spec ensures the machine will remain suitable for years, with appropriate RAM and HDD to match the CPU specs. Apple machines are not recommended due to frequent compatibility issues. Ensure the laptop choice isn’t running a Snapdragon chip, as software cannot utilise this correctly, as this will cause issues, similar to the M series chip on an Apple machine.
- – Proficiency in basic computer usage and software applications, including Microsoft Office or similar software
- – Proficiency in using web browsers
As part of our course enrolment process, students will undergo initial interviews and assessments to ensure they meet these requirements. Any identified issues will be addressed with Mindroom management prior to the course commencement to ensure a smooth learning experience.
ENGLISH (COURSE ENTRY & VISA EVIDENCE)
Mindroom’s course entry standard is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent). We also accept a recent Certificate IV or higher completed in Australia as meeting our course English standard.
Student visa English evidence (Department of Home Affairs):
If you need to show English for your Subclass 500 visa, the Department accepts the following tests taken within 2 years of lodgement (or within 2 years of the decision if evidence isn’t provided at lodgement):
IELTS Academic or General Training: average band 6.0
PTE Academic: 47
TOEFL iBT: 67 (total)
OET: B in each component
C1 Advanced (CAE): 161 (note: not valid for ELICOS concession)
CELPIP General: 7
LanguageCert Academic: 61
MET: 53
Packaged English (ELICOS) / pathway options:
If your principal course is packaged with:
– 10 weeks ELICOS (or a standard/extended foundation, or an eligible pathway program), lower scores may apply (e.g. IELTS 5.5 / PTE 39 / TOEFL iBT 51, etc.).
– 20 weeks ELICOS, lower scores may apply again (e.g. IELTS 5.0 / PTE 31 / TOEFL iBT 37, etc.).
(C1 Advanced cannot be used for these concessions.)
Exemptions:
You may not need a test if you: hold passports from the UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Ireland; have completed eligible Australian study (e.g. Senior Secondary or AQF Cert IV+ on a student visa); or have 5+ years of study in English in listed countries. See the Department of Home Affairs for full details.
Note about the Mindroom English Test
Our internal English test is used for course placement only. It does not meet DHA visa evidence requirements.
CAMPUSES
Gold Coast: 1/37 Connor St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
FEES & INTAKE DATES
- – For course-related fees, please see our price list or contact our team on [email protected]
UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS
Want to continue your studies at university? Learn more about our Credit Linkage options.
COURSE DURATION
- – This is a full-time course that spans 92 academic weeks, with an additional 27 holiday weeks, totalling 119 weeks of enrolment.
- – Flexible study options are available for domestic students, including 100% online and self-paced or blended learning formats.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- – Must be at least 15 years of age
- – Must complete Mindroom’s Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Test as part of the enrolment process.
General Requirements for All Students:
- – A personal laptop is a mandatory requirement for in-class studies
- – Laptop Specs: Windows PC with an i7 Intel chip. This spec ensures the machine will remain suitable for years, with appropriate RAM and HDD to match the CPU specs. Apple machines are not recommended due to frequent compatibility issues. Ensure the laptop choice isn’t running a Snapdragon chip, as software cannot utilise this correctly, as this will cause issues, similar to the M series chip on an Apple machine.
- – Proficiency in basic computer usage and software applications, including Microsoft Office or similar software
- – Proficiency in using web browsers
As part of our course enrolment process, students will undergo initial interviews and assessments to ensure they meet these requirements. Any identified issues will be addressed with Mindroom management prior to the course commencement to ensure a smooth learning experience.
CAMPUSES
Gold Coast: 1/37 Connor St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
Domestic students can complete their studies entirely online and access one-on-one support sessions with a trainer whenever they need assistance.
FEES & INTAKE DATES
- – For course-related fees, please see our price list or contact our team on [email protected]
– Students can start at any time.
UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS
Want to continue your studies at university? Learn more about our Credit Linkage options.
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