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ECA Professional Year for APIC Students

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For Bachelor and Masters of Information Technology Students

Gain hands-on experience from ECA Professional Year’s 1 day a week, 45-52 week job-readiness program and a 12-week industry placement in an Australian company, all this with an exclusive price for APIC students! If you’re looking for experience in Information Technology and be one of 24,000 successful graduates who have established their careers in Australia, this is it!

For Future Students

If you’re ready to stand out to employers and become a job-ready IT professional, start your journey with ECA Professional Year today!

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In the application form, select your desired course in IT > select your desired intake > select package > select package intake > select receive a packaged offer with Professional Year (PY) program

For Current Students

Get a consultation with the ECA Professional Year team here.

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APIC IT Degree + ECA Professional Year Package Pricing

Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) + PY
  • Onshore students (in Australia): $43,500
  • Offshore (outside Australia) diversity scholarship students:$43,500
  • Offshore students (outside Australia): $50,700
Master of Information Technology (MIT) + PY
  • Onshore students (in Australia): $41,100
  • Offshore (outside Australia) diversity scholarship students:$38,700
  • Offshore students (outside Australia): $43,500
Package Benefits
You will receive a total discount of $1,000 when you enrol in an APIC IT degree and commit to the ECA Professional Year (PY) pathway or join the PY program as an APIC graduate.
 
Additional Benefit for APIC Bachelor Graduates
APIC Bachelor graduates who wish to pursue the Master of Information Technology at APIC are eligible for a 50% alumni scholarship on their Master’s degree tuition fees, with a combined Master’s tuition + ECA Professional Year (PY) package available for only $32,100.

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 a recognised Bachelor or Masters IT degree in Australia.
  • Hold or applied for a Subclass 485, 408, or Bridging Visa.
  • A current IELTS score of 6.0 overall and not less than 6.0 in any skill.
  • Prior to starting, students must undergo a pre-enrolment interview and questionnaire.
  • A valid passport.