General
Public universities and private education providers like EIT differ mainly in funding, curriculum, class size, and admission processes. Public universities are generally more affordable due to government funding, while private institutions rely on tuition and investments. Class sizes tend to be larger in public universities, limiting personalized attention, whereas private institutions offer smaller classes for better interaction. Admission criteria in public universities are often more standardized, while private institutes may adopt a more flexible, holistic approach. Public universities typically have extensive resources from government support, while private institutions may feature state-of-the-art facilities and more flexible scheduling options.
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Founded in 1986 by Dr. Steve Mackay, Boston Technology initially sold data communication and industrial automation products. In 1991, IDC Technologies was registered to provide short engineering courses, gaining recognition from major companies like NASA and Rolls Royce. By 2008, IDC became an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO), and in 2009, the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) was established, offering accredited vocational qualifications through an innovative online platform. EIT gained significant milestones, including its first Master’s degree in 2014, CRICOS status in 2018 for international students, opening of it’s first physical campus in Perth in 2018, a second campus in Melbourne in 2019 and most recently a third campus in Brisbane in 2024. EIT has won multiple awards for its educational excellence and now serves over 6,000 students from 160 countries.
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EIT has established policies and procedures for various matters.
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EIT has several campuses, and offices worldwide. In Australia, we have campuses in Perth, Melbourne, and Brisbane. Additionally, there are support offices in Johannesburg, South Africa, the United Kingdom, United States of America, Philippines, India and Zimbabwe. Our staff are also citizens of the world, coming originally from far and wide: England, USA, Philippines, South Africa, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, India, China, Columbia, France, Poland, Japan, Mauritius, Venezuela, Thailand, Brazil, Russia, Nigeria, Lebanon and Zimbabwe.
Visit About EIT for more information or view our locations.
Yes, EIT regularly hosts various events, including webinars, workshops, networking events, and open days.
IDC Technologies, EIT’s sister companies, hosts multiple conferences each year that bring together industry professionals, academics, and students to discuss the latest trends and developments in engineering.
To view more information about upcoming events, please visit our Events page.
To learn more about the conferences, please visit the IDC Technologies website.
Programs
EIT offers tailored engineering and technology courses driven by industry experts to ensure students develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the world of modern engineering. We offer courses in various fields, including mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural engineering, as well as renewable energy, industrial automation, electronics, data communications, industrial IT, safety, risk and reliability, and engineering management. We also offer a variety of course types, ranging from short, professional development courses, to accredited vocational programs, and a range of accredited higher education undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
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Many EIT programs have received recognition, endorsement, and/or accreditation from authorizing bodies based around the world.
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Students from any country should note that as a rule, any individual, with a professional qualification from any educational institution anywhere in the world, can take details of that qualification to their local professional body and ask for it to be assessed for recognition to add to their professional standing within their local jurisdiction.
Yes. At EIT our approach is innovative and different: the training is live and interactive; the content is practical and cutting-edge and it is delivered by experienced industry practitioners. EIT’s engineering group training delivers:
- Improved skills to your technical teams for greater efficiency in the workplace
- Increased staff loyalty through investment in their professional development
- Reduced risk as engineering practices are enhanced
- Improved professional engineering and HR compliance
Visit EIT’s Engineering Group Training for more information.
Yes. EIT offers recognition of prior learning/credit for our accredited qualifications.
Accredited qualifications include our diplomas, advanced diplomas, vocational graduate certificate, undergraduate and graduate certificates, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and Doctor of Engineering programs.
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is an assessment process that involves assessment of an individual’s relevant prior learning (including formal, informal and non-formal learning) to determine the credit outcomes of an individual application for credit.
Visit EIT’s Applying for Credit for more information.
All students studying an accredited qualification will receive a testamur upon completion of their course. This will be issued digitally via the My eQuals tertiary credentials platform; hardcopies can be issued for a fee upon request.
Students studying in a non-award/professional development course will receive a digital certificate of completion.
Visit EIT’s Graduation for more information.
At EIT, the fees vary depending on the type of program and level of study and other factors such as course length, delivery mode (online or on-campus), number of units/modules studied and location.
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EIT offers two modes of study: online and on-campus, and the application process varies depending on your chosen mode and whether you are a domestic or international student.
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Yes. EIT offers partial scholarships for current and future students.
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Higher Education (HE) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) serve different purposes in the educational landscape. Higher education primarily focuses on academic and theoretical knowledge, offering degrees such as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs that typically last from three to four years or more. It prepares students for professional careers and advanced positions. In contrast, VET emphasizes practical skills and training for specific trades or occupations, offering certificates and diplomas that generally require a shorter commitment of a few months to two years. VET programs are designed for immediate entry into the workforce, or upskilling in a specific field, equipping students for skilled trades or technical roles.
EIT does not offer free courses; however, we do provide a range of live and recorded technical engineering webinars at no cost to you. These webinars are designed to give insights into industry trends and offer valuable learning opportunities.
View EIT’s upcoming webinars.
Delivery
All enrolled students will receive their respective class schedules during orientation week or just before the course starts.
Each course has a minimum attendance requirement. Your Learning Support Officer will be able to assist you with the minimum attendance requirement for your particular course.
Student attendance is monitored by EIT’s dedicated Learning Support Officers who also audit the session and the lecturers or instructors to ensure high quality.
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All courses have scheduled activities that take place at specific times, and include deadlines and due dates for assignment submissions.
Yes. Our students (online and on-campus) are supported by dedicated Learning Support Officers (LSOs) for the duration of their studies, giving them a greater chance of success.
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