Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) – 1 Year Certified Program

The DIT course in Abbottabad at PSTA is a one-year Diploma in Information Technology that takes you from switching on a computer to building websites, writing Python, setting up small networks and designing graphics. It is made for students after Matric or Intermediate, job seekers who need a practical computer qualification on their CV, and anyone who wants a broad IT foundation before choosing a specialism. The diploma runs over two semesters, on campus in Abbottabad, live online from anywhere in Pakistan, or hybrid, for Rs. 2,000 per month (regular Rs. 2,500 per month).

Course at a glance

What you will learn

• How a complete computer system works, from hardware and operating systems to the internet and communication tools.
• Installing Windows from a bootable USB, keeping a PC maintained and fixing common software problems.
• MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint for office documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
• Python programming basics: data types, functions and logic building for small programs.
• Setting up a small network: cabling, IP addresses, file and printer sharing, routers and network topologies.
• Designing posters, social media graphics and logos in Photoshop, Illustrator and Canva.
• Editing videos in Adobe Premiere Pro and preparing them for YouTube.
• Building web pages with HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript.
• Creating MySQL databases with well-designed tables and simple forms.
• Understanding how Shopify, Daraz and Amazon businesses work so you can use IT skills to earn.

Course outline

Semester 1

1. ICT – Basic IT and Communication Tools
2. Computer Networking – Cabling, IP, Sharing, Network Topologies
3. Operating Systems – Installation, Maintenance, Tools
4. Python Programming – Data Types, Functions, Logic Building
5. Office Automation – MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Semester 2

1. Graphic Designing – Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva
2. Video Editing – Adobe Premiere Pro Essentials
3. eCommerce – Shopify, Daraz, Amazon Business Models
4. Web Development – HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
5. Databases – MySQL Basics, Table Design, Forms

Projects you will build

• A fresh Windows installation on a lab PC using a bootable USB you prepare yourself, followed by driver setup and basic maintenance tools.
• A small office network with cabling, IP addressing and shared folders and printers between two or more computers.
• A personal or business website built with HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript, with a MySQL table and form behind it.
• A branded design set in Photoshop, Illustrator and Canva, plus a short edited video in Premiere Pro uploaded to YouTube.
• A Python logic project such as a calculator, marks sheet or simple record keeper using functions and data types.

Who should join

• Students after Matric, FA, FSc or ICS who want a one-year IT diploma alongside or after their studies.
• Job seekers who need practical computer, office and networking skills listed on their CV.
• Beginners from Abbottabad, Mansehra, Haripur and Havelian who want a complete computer course in one place.
• Freelancers who want to add web, design or video skills and find out which one suits them.
• Shop and small business owners who want to manage their own records, website and online listings.

Career paths after the course

• Office or computer operator: MS Office, typing and basic maintenance skills that most office vacancies ask for.
• IT support or lab assistant: installing operating systems, maintaining PCs and managing small networks in schools, offices and shops.
• Junior web designer: building simple websites and landing pages with HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Graphic or video editing freelancer: offering Canva, Photoshop and Premiere Pro work on Fiverr and Upwork.
• Online seller: running a Daraz or Shopify store with your own product graphics and listings.

The diploma does not promise a job, but it gives you the practical skills and a portfolio of projects to show. You can continue with a specialist course such as our Python programming course or the graphic designing course.

DIT course in Abbottabad: on campus

Campus classes are held at PSTA, Mandian, Old College Road, opposite FIMS College, Abbottabad. The academy is open Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM, and closed on Sunday, with morning, afternoon, evening and weekend batches so students from Mansehra, Haripur and Havelian can travel in around college or work hours. Every lab session is hands-on: you install, cable, design and code on a computer yourself rather than only watching.

DIT course online in Pakistan

If you are outside Hazara, you can join the same DIT diploma live online through the PSTA learning portal. Classes are taught live by the instructor, recordings are available to revise, and you receive the same PSTA diploma certificate as campus students. Online classes are open to learners from Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Multan and Quetta, and hybrid students can attend some sessions on campus when they visit Abbottabad.

Fee and admission

The DIT course fee is Rs. 2,000 per month, reduced from the regular Rs. 2,500 per month, and you pay month by month, so there is no large upfront payment. To apply, click the Enroll button on this page or send a WhatsApp message to +92 314 5424399 with your city and preferred mode (campus, online or hybrid). You can also see the full admission process, browse all courses, or read our guide on typing speed for jobs in Pakistan to prepare before class.

Frequently asked questions

What is the DIT course fee at PSTA?

The fee is Rs. 2,000 per month, while the regular fee is Rs. 2,500 per month. You pay monthly, so the first month is all you need to start.

How long is the DIT diploma?

The diploma takes one year and is divided into two semesters of five modules each.

Is DIT after Matric possible?

Yes. Matric or above is enough to join, and the first module starts with the basics of computers, so no previous IT study is required.

Can I do the DIT course online?

Yes. You can attend live online classes through the PSTA portal from any city in Pakistan, with recordings for revision and the same certificate as campus students.

What are the prerequisites?

Basic reading and writing in English or Urdu and a willingness to practise. Online students need a computer or laptop and a stable internet connection.

How is the certificate verified?

On completion you receive a PSTA diploma certificate. Anyone can verify it at psta.com.pk/certificate using your student ID or certificate serial number.

When does the next batch start and what are the timings?

A new batch starts every month, with morning, afternoon, evening and weekend slots. Message us on WhatsApp to confirm the slot that suits you.