ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology
(Back End Web Development & Cloud Engineering)

EQC Institute offers Coding courses in South Australia, where you will gain hands-on experience in web development and learn the practical skills required to build websites and applications. You will develop real skills including coding multiple languages, full stack web development, how to code Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain.

Course Description

The ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Back End Web Development & Cloud Engineering) is an Australian nationally recognised course. This is a coding & software development course covering the essential & practical skills used in software development & engineering work. You'll build & deploy real applications, then move into AI & machine learning, where you'll code in Python, train a machine learning model & build your own chatbot on a live LLM. The course closes with cyber security & blockchain, the technology behind digital currencies.

SA Government Subsidised Training and No Up-front Fees

For eligible students, the usual course fee of $5,230 is reduced to a Participant Course Fee of $517.50 for both standard and concession students. The remaining cost of your training is subsidised by the South Australian Government, which sets a minimum Participant Course Fee that also applies to concession card holders. Participant Eligibility Criteria apply. Supported by Government of South Australia.

Eligible students can pay no fees upfront by deferring the payment to a VET Student Loan. This means the $517.50 Participant Course Fee can be deferred and paid out of your take-home salary once you meet the income threshold. See below for more information. Course fees paid direct are done so on a monthly cycle.

Non-subsidised full fee: $5,230
Subsidised fee (standard and concession): $517.50

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Some of the Tools You'll Learn

Course Subjects

S01: Frontend Development & Working with Clients
S02: Backend Development
S03: Dev Ops, Deployment & Hosting
S04: Cloud Computing
S05: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
S06: Cyber Security & Blockchain

Core Topics

Frontend Web Development (HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript): Build responsive, accessible interfaces from the ground up, then bring them to life with JavaScript, DOM manipulation and animation.

Backend Engineering (Node.js, Express, REST APIs): Write the server side of the application, designing REST APIs that handle requests, responses, authentication and error handling the way production systems do.

Databases and Data Management (MongoDB, SQL and NoSQL): Model and query real data, compare relational and non-relational approaches, and connect a live database to your application.

DevOps, Deployment and Hosting (Git, GitHub, Docker, CI/CD): Use version control the way development teams do, containerise your work with Docker, and set up a pipeline that deploys your code automatically.

Domains, DNS and Networking (Cloudflare, HTTPS, SSL): Register a domain, configure DNS and understand what actually happens between a browser and a server.

Cloud Computing (AWS, IAM, S3, EC2): Work hands-on in Amazon Web Services, provisioning storage and compute, managing user access, and keeping cloud costs under control.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (Python, LLMs): Learn Python, train a machine learning model that predicts real outcomes, run open source models locally, and build your own AI chatbot on a live language model.

Cyber Security (OWASP Top 10, Authentication, Encryption): Defend an application properly with input validation, rate limiting, JWT authentication and hashing, and understand the risks the OWASP Top 10 exists to catch.

Blockchain and Smart Contracts: Explore how cryptocurrency stays secure without a central authority, and write smart contracts that execute automatically.

Working with Clients (Discovery, Briefs, Scope, Quotes): Run a client discovery conversation, write a scope of works, quote the job and communicate professionally from first email to final review.

Entry Requirements

To enter this qualification you must:

Have minimum level of English and Numeracy Skills required
Demonstrate study capacity
Complete application form to be reviewed by entry team

Course Details

Subjects:

Delivery:

100% online

Study Type:

Course Coach

Optional Classes:

Online Lectures

Enrolment Period End:

31st October 2026

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Fee and Payment Options

Government Subsidy

Eligible for a Government Subsidy. Your state government may subsidise your course fees to support your upskilling and career advancement. Check your eligibility on this page or speak to the team.

No Upfront Payment – Pay by VSL

Defer your fees to a VET Student Loan and pay the course fees as a repayable loan to the Commonwealth out of your wage once you reach the repayment threshold. Available for eligible students only.

Payment Plan – Fee for Service

Want to pay your fees directly? EQC Institute offers a payment plan, so you only pay as you go for the education you're enrolled in. Study, progress and succeed.

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South Australian Government Subsidy

If you live or work in South Australia, are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent Australian resident, or hold an eligible visa, you may be eligible for a subsidised place through Skills SA. Places are subject to participant eligibility, course conditions and funding availability. Participant Eligibility Criteria apply. Supported by Government of South Australia.

What is Skills SA subsidised training?
Skills SA subsidised training helps you develop skills for your next career step, apply them in an existing or new job role, and build your employment opportunities. The Government of South Australia contributes towards eligible training costs, with students paying a Participant Course Fee. Under the current arrangements, eligible non-school students can access subsidised training regardless of previous qualifications and may undertake more than one course. EQC checks the requirements that apply to you before confirming your place.

Supported by Government of South Australia

Subsidised Course Fees

Eligible students will pay $517.50 (Non-Concession) or $517.50 (Concession) in course fees enrolling in 2026, unless an applicable fee exemption or government-specified fee applies.
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‍Click here to see if you're eligible.
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The Government of South Australia supports eligible course fees through Skills SA. Eligible students may access a subsidised place in ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology, subject to the current course conditions and funding availability. EQC's current standard and concession fees are both based on $0.50 per payment hour.

Eligibility Requirements‍
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Eligible Students must meet the following criteria:
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i. All EQC students must be at least 18 years old at enrolment, for online and on-campus study. No under-18 enrolments are accepted;
ii. Not be a school student;
iii. Live or work in South Australia;
iv. Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent Australian resident, or hold a visa that meets the current Skills SA eligible visa requirements;
v. Complete the Upfront Assessment of Need, including suitability, support needs, and literacy and numeracy assessment, before a training account is created;
vi. Provide the evidence needed for EQC to confirm your eligibility and meet the current Skills SA course conditions. The general non-school Skills SA pathway starts at age 16; EQC's minimum enrolment age is 18.

Concession Eligibility

Concession eligibility is assessed when your training account is created. The eligible concession categories and separate fee exemption are:
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You hold a current Commonwealth Government Health Care Card.
You hold a current Commonwealth Government Pensioner Concession Card.
You hold a current Commonwealth Government Veteran Affairs Concession Card.
You are a prisoner in a South Australian correctional institution and meet the Skills SA concession requirements.
Separate fee exemption: eligible participants who are or have been under a guardianship order of the Department for Child Protection or an interstate equivalent may access training without a Participant Course Fee. EQC checks supporting evidence and the usual eligibility requirements.

Fees & Co-contributions

Skills SA subsidised training is supported by the Government of South Australia. A Participant Course Fee normally applies. EQC will confirm your eligibility, any concession or exemption, the total fee, payment terms and any other costs in writing before you enrol.

What Subsidised Fees Apply?

For a confirmed Skills SA subsidised place, EQC charges a Participant Course Fee based on the current course pricing at $0.50 per payment hour. The same rate currently applies to standard and concession enrolments. Concessions do not reduce the fee below this rate; applicable fee exemptions and government-specified fees are assessed separately. Our team will assist you to determine your eligibility and complete your enrolment. Your written fee information will identify tuition, included learning materials, payment terms and any additional charges before you enrol. You need a suitable computer and internet access at your own cost. Eligible students may defer covered tuition fees to a VET Student Loan, subject to separate VSL eligibility, their remaining HELP balance and the applicable loan cap. Course fees paid direct are done so on a monthly cycle. Refunds and withdrawals are handled under EQC's published Fees, Charges and Refunds Policy and Procedure.
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Why EQC

Why EQC Institute creates success.

Ten things we do differently, so you can focus on what matters: learning.

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Personalised 1:1 mentoring. Genuine experts. No shortcuts.
Forget crowded classrooms and generic feedback. At EQC, every student gets one-on-one mentoring from people who know the industry inside out. Your mentor learns your goals, your strengths and the areas where you need a push, then works with you to get you there.
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We don't just teach you. We back you.
Skills get you through the course. Confidence gets you through the door. We're invested in both, so you walk away knowing your stuff and believing in yourself.
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Your best option. Full stop.
We've done the hard yards so you don't have to. That means building the courses, finding the right mentors and setting up the support behind them. It's all ready for you. Turn up, dive in and focus on what matters: learning.
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Flexible study that fits your life.
Work, kids, bills, everything in between. Life doesn't stop when you study, and it shouldn't have to. Our courses are built to fit around your world, so there's no reason to put your future on hold.
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Real engagement. Real people. Real results.
We don't hand you a login and wish you luck. Our team is with you all the way, checking in, answering questions and making sure you keep moving forward.
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Our culture becomes your culture.
The energy, support and drive that power our team are the same things we bring to every student. When you join EQC, you're not on the outside looking in. You're part of the team.
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Learn from mentors who've lived life in tech.
No textbook theory from people who've never done the job. Our tech mentors have worked in the industry, and they'll show you what it really looks like day to day. They'll also connect you with the people, pathways and opportunities that open doors.
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We follow up. Every time.
Most providers go quiet once you've enrolled. We don't. We keep checking in and keep the conversation going until you cross the finish line, because your success is our success.
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Genuine support, every step of the way.
No call centres and no copy-paste replies. When you need help, you'll get a real person who knows your name, knows your goals and genuinely wants you to win.
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Real-world learning for real-world careers.
Learn by doing. Our hands-on training is built around the tasks and scenarios you'll face on the job. You won't just be exam-ready. You'll be job-ready.

South Australia

Studying coding in Adelaide and South Australia

The coding course Adelaide students take with EQC runs fully online, with a course coach and optional online lectures. Students in Mount Gambier, Port Lincoln or the Riverland get the same support as students in the city, and you don't need any earlier qualification to enrol.

Skills SA subsidised training, in plain English

With Skills SA subsidised training, the South Australian Government pays part of your course fees straight to your training provider. You pay the rest as a Participant Course Fee: $517.50 for this course, down from the usual $5,230.

Live or work in SA. You can qualify through either one. You also need to meet the citizenship, residency or visa rules.
The fee is the same with a concession card. South Australia sets a minimum participant fee, so standard and concession students both pay $517.50.
Past study doesn't rule you out. Under current Skills SA settings, eligible students can access subsidised training regardless of earlier qualifications.
Nothing to pay up front. If you're eligible for a VET Student Loan, you can defer the $517.50. Subsidised places depend on funding availability, so check your eligibility early.

Study from anywhere in South Australia

The course is delivered online, so you don't need to attend campus to study. You work with a course coach and can join optional online lectures.

You need to be at least 18 years old to enrol with EQC.

Visiting EQC Adelaide in Norwood

EQC Adelaide is at Shop 5A, 43–45 The Parade, Norwood SA 5067, close to the corner of Sydenham Road. The entrance is on The Parade, and parking is available on Sydenham Road and The Parade.

The Norwood team can help you check your Skills SA eligibility, explain the $517.50 fee and walk you through enrolment. Get in touch before you visit so someone is free to meet you.

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Start now – pay no upfront fees with a VET Student Loan

VSL Website
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Eligibility Requirements‍
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To access a VET Student Loan for this course, you must:
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i. Be an Australian citizen, a permanent humanitarian visa holder usually resident in Australia, a Pacific Engagement visa holder usually resident in Australia, or a qualifying New Zealand Special Category visa holder;
ii. Be academically suited to the course — shown through a Year 12 certificate (Senior Secondary Certificate of Education), an AQF Certificate IV or higher qualification, or by achieving the required level in our approved language, literacy and numeracy assessment (full details in our Student Entry Procedure);
iii. Hold a Unique Student Identifier (USI);
iv. Have HELP balance remaining;

VSL Fee Periods and Census Dates 2026

The Essentials
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A VET Student Loan will not be approved for students who do not meet the eligibility requirements.
A VET Student Loan gives rise to a VETSL debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid. Until it’s repaid, your debt may reduce your take-home pay and your borrowing capacity.You may wish to seek independent financial advice before applying.
The maximum tuition fee for this course is $5,230, which is below the VET Student Loan cap of $19,290.
For non-state-funded courses only: a loan fee of 20% applies to the loan amount for students who are not eligible for an exemption, meaning your total VETSL debt can be up to 120% of the amount borrowed.
The loan cannot be more than your remaining HELP balance — you can check yours at myhelpbalance.gov.au

VSL Statement

EQC Institute (RTO 45758, CRICOS 03952E). A VET Student Loan will not be approved for students who do not meet the eligibility requirements. A VET Student Loan gives rise to a VETSL debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid. VET Student Loans information, eligibility, fees, census days and our published procedures are available on the website.

What Are Census Dates?

Your tuition fees are spread evenly across [3] sequential fee periods, each containing a census day — so your debt builds gradually as you progress, not all at once. The unit fees and census days for this course are published on our website. A census day is your deadline to change your mind without cost. If you withdraw from a unit on or before its census day, you will not incur a VETSL debt for that unit, and any tuition fees you’ve paid up front for it will be refunded. After the census day, you’re liable for that unit’s fees. If you are eligible for a subsidy, the South Australian Government pays a training subsidy to EQC Institute as you complete the units in your course. Our friendly team will assist you to determine your eligibility and complete your enrolment as simply as possible.
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VSL Enrolment Steps

From here to enrolled — your six steps
1.    Check your eligibility — the criteria above, plus our entry requirements in the Student Entry Procedure on our website.
2.   Apply to enrol — submit your application with your evidence of identity, citizenship or residency, and academic suitability.
3.   Complete your entry assessment — if you’re relying on an LLN assessment, we’ll arrange it and give you your results promptly.
4.   Enrol — before you enrol we’ll give you full written information about your fees, the loan and your rights; once enrolled you’ll receive your Statement of Covered Fees and Fee Notice. Fees listed as covered by your loan can never be charged to you personally.
5.    Apply for your VET Student Loan — we set up your eCAF and the system emails you your login. Complete and submit it no earlier than 2 business days after you enrol, and by 11:59 pm AEST on or before the census day of the first unit you want the loan to cover.
6.    Start studying. During your course you’ll confirm you’re still studying via short progression forms (about every 4 months) —completing them keeps your loan active. Before each census day you’ll get a Fee Notice showing exactly what you’re being charged, and within 28 days after each census day, a Commonwealth Assistance Notice confirming your loan amount and debt. If anything in a notice is wrong, you have the right to have it corrected.