Docklands, Victoria, Australia
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Kangan Institute is a culturally diverse vocational education and training provider in Australia. With four campuses across Melbourne, the institute is home to nearly 30,000 students annually.
With more than 91 years of rich experience, Kangan Institute is a dynamic place for every vocational learner. It offers an array of programmes – from basic certificates to diplomas, advanced diplomas and pathways that lead to university degrees.
Kangan Institute also provides English language courses (ELICOS) and its TAFE programmes are tailored to students’ needs and ensure that they are provided with all the resources they require to succeed in their chosen careers.
The institute takes great pride in its strong industry connections, which are aligned with the courses taught in each classroom.
Kangan does not simply help students decide where they want to go in the future, it also provides effective guidance and career support through its employment centres that help students at each step of their career plan. A progressive educational facility that welcomes diversity in its student cohort, Kangan Institute is truly a fun place to learn. With its base in Melbourne, students enjoy one of the world’s most liveable cities and their time at Kangan Institute.
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Hear what students have to say with testimonials from successful international students at Kangan Institute.
“I chose Kangan Institute because it is well known to deliver the best training methodology and it is well known in the industry. The campus is very well organised with the latest automotive technologies.”
“I am a female mechanic and wanted to educate the female drivers through their vehicle because a lot of female drivers don’t know how to fix their cars.”
“It’s been a wonderful experience for me at Kangan Institute, especially for me because I came from another school. It’s very well located on the near of Melbourne – very easy to get to school. I’m very happy with the wonderful teachers. For me, it is very good as it focuses on writing, grammar and pronunciation.”
“I studied cookery in Colombia and I’m studying English at Kangan because I wanted to compliment by degree. I really like the campus because it’s very well located.”
“Before I decided to travel to Australia I tried to do research to find a fashion school as fashion is my passion and what I really want to do so I chose Kangan because I think that’s the best one for me. I really liked it because the school environment and the teachers are very helpful."
"I learnt a lot at Kangan Institute and was very happy and thrilled to see my garment on stage at the Annual end of year fashion show. I don’t know how to describe it. I was very happy and very proud.”
“Here at Kangan Institute we have support to help you search for work placement so that we could get experience. I am working for Good Year to be a better mechanic.”
“I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Kangan ACE Administration (The CEO and the administrative team) and the International students Department for the opportunity to undertake the automotive program here.”
"I’m proud to say that I’ve made the right decision to study here at this institution because, our education and training here has been a worthwhile experience. The learning programs, facilities and the training equipment we have are all industry relevant. Also one of the important part of this course is the job experience. I’m grateful of the Job placement program which really complimented well our learning. In my view, these make the automotive program a great course offered by Kangan.”
“We learn together and we learn from each other. We can go on special activities; we play basketball and have BBQ’s in the park.”
Kangan is excited to announce an automotive scholarship for new international students applying to study its two-year automotive package in February 2023.
Students will receive a one semester scholarship equivalent to AUD 8,400
The institute’s courses provide students with the knowledge and skills in the field of light vehicles mechanics. Students will learn in varying environments from lectures, practical demonstrations and tasks through servicing vehicles in both simulated automotive work bays and in work placement.
Applications close 31st January 2023.
10,26,068 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
8,69,662 Vocational Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
11,66,999 Living costs
5,62,396 To live on campus
Kangan Institute offers a wide selection of programmes ranging from basic certificate courses to advanced diplomas and pathways to degree programmes. Kangan Institute offers a multicultural and friendly learning environment with qualified academic instructors guiding students to achieve their academic and professional goals.
Kangan Institute abides by the VRQA Minimum Standards of Registration and ensures that students are offered a learning experience that focuses on positivity, fair play, acceptance of diversity and an appreciation of the cultural heritage of indigenous people.
The academic staff and counsellors at Kangan Institute help students by providing personal coaching and guidance in the following areas:
The International team at Kangan Institute also ensure that each student has access to an International Student Liaison officer who help newly arrived students with a number of things that could include:
Kangan Institute also offers a specialist employment service for international students to help them find employment while living and studying in Australia. The service covers a number of topics that include but are not limited to:
Kangan Institute offers programmes in the following departments:
Students looking to pursue a career in the automotive industry can sign up for relevant programmes offered at the state-of-the-art Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) in Docklands. Located in the thriving Docklands precinct, Kangan’s ACE is the largest and most advanced automotive training facility in the southern hemisphere.
Kangan works with some of the best industry brands to give its students access to practical work placement, the latest industry tools and real skills.
The dynamic business landscape is getting more competitive and Kangan’s accounting course provides hands-on skills to give students an edge and stand out from the crowd.
The centre delivers high quality innovative and industry-relevant training in fashion and beauty. Students have access to the latest digital technologies in the purpose-built campus including runway facilities, retail training centre, state-of-the-art textile and manufacturing hub and beauty training salon.
The health and community training programs take place in Kangan Institute’s state-of-the-art training facilities. The courses promote situational awareness via simulation-based learning. Students learn through tasks set in realistic scenarios using cutting-edge equipment, simulated labs and other training programs, as well as through guided and immersive real-life work placements.
Students learn in a real-world environment as a culinary or bakery student. Training takes place in a fully licensed training restaurant, Richards Restaurant and bakery at Broadmeadows, or at the brand new hospitality and bakery facilities in Bendigo.
The dedicated ELICOS training centre in Docklands offers a series of courses from basic to advanced level to help persons wishing to improve their English for further study or work.
Kangan Institute’s English language – ELICOS courses are popular among international students. The courses are designed for these students to improve their proficiency in English and meet the English language requirements to take up a university programme, a TAFE course or prepare for employment.
The English language courses are designed to offer students a clear insight into:
The ELICOS Centre is based at the Docklands campus. The campus is a short walk away from the Southern Cross Train Station and in the vicinity of the waterfront and trendy cafes and boutique shopping centres.
Some of the facilities students have access to include:
Library services are available at all campuses. Browse and borrow books, magazines, DVDs or access computers and quiet study areas at these libraries.
The in-house cafeteria offers a good selection of dishes for lunch and quick snacks at an affordable price. With comfortable seats and a relaxed setting, students will love the ambience of the cafeteria. Cafeterias are available at most campuses.
Kangan’s Employment Centre is dedicated to assisting students to understand and develop their employability skills to help them find meaningful and sustainable employment. The centre can assist with a range of job search and employment related activities and resources and can also provide one-on-one assistance with job searching and writing applications.
Visit the Kangan Institute website to view more information on facilities students can access during their study.
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