TAFE NSW

Technical and Further Education (TAFE), is known for its high-quality education. TAFE NSW is the largest training provider in Australia (CRICOS provider 00591E). Students at TAFE NSW can choose from over 100 courses, including certificates, diplomas and degree courses as well as intensive English language courses.

TAFE NSW is part of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system in Australia and enrols over 500,000 students each year. With 130 campus locations across NSW, it welcomes over 3,000 international students each year.

TAFE NSW ensures that international students make affordable investment in their studies including and scholarships and financial assistance programs offered by the Australian Government. Students get adequate hands-on learning through the industry-aligned courses at the institution and Graduate job-ready and in demand by the industry.

TAFE graduates have repeatedly been above university graduates, in terms of getting higher average salaries. In fact, 96% of employers are happy with TAFE graduates’ performance. The institution’s small class sizes help students receive close attention from the high-qualified faculty whilst enjoying the company of many like-minded people in their classrooms.

International students receive end-to-end support from the institution’s support team which provides services related to personal and academic counselling of students. The International Students office ensures that each student’s queries are answered and to help them access other on-campus benefits.

RTO number 91430

TAFE NSW has a range of  study options available. Students can start with an English language course then take up a Certificate or Diploma course to then finish with a Bachelor’s degree.

Students can opt for the following courses with TAFE NSW along with English language courses that are available from beginner to advanced levels:

Diploma-to-Degree (D2D) pathways:

D2D courses are pathways to help students gain a Degree at TAFE NSW and leading universities.

The pathways qualify students for a Bachelor’s degree programme with guaranteed credit at the following leading Australian universities:

• Australian Catholic University (ACU)
• Charles Sturt University (CSU)
• Southern Cross University (SCU)
• University of Canberra (UC)
• University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
• University of Newcastle (UoN)

D2Ds help students gain a TAFE NSW Diploma and a Bachelor’s degree earning them a double qualification. They also have the advantage of lower semester tuition fees at TAFE NSW.

Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses:

These courses are for students who seek broader subject knowledge and paraprofessional skills. Study options range from Agriculture, Building Design, International Business, Graphic Design, Hospitality Management and Human Resource Management.

Certificate courses:

Students who aim at theoretical and practical knowledge and skills for specialised work skills can opt for these courses. Certificate III and IV courses are available in a variety of subjects including Accounting, Beauty Services, Early Childhood, Education, Design Fundamentals, Hospitality, Human Resource Management and Tourism. 

Degree courses:

Degree courses at TAFE NSW offer students opportunities to acquire and apply knowledge in a professional context. They are also trained in effective communication, critical analysis, teamwork and leadership skills. The degrees prepare graduates for professional careers and are designed to form study pathways to higher levels.

CRICOS provider 00591E

RTO number 91430

The Australian government invests more than A$200 million in international scholarships annually. The Australia Awards Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships and Australia Awards Scholarships are available to eligible students.

Australia Awards Endeavour scholarships and fellowships

The Australian government offers the scholarships for TAFE NSW vocational education and training courses at the Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree levels. The scholarships provide financial help with tuition fees and living expenses. The Australian government administers the awards through the Department of Education.

Australia Awards scholarships

These scholarships are also offered by the Australian government but through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The scholarships provide financial support for citizens of specific countries to study in Australia.

The awards are currently offered at the following TAFE NSW locations:

• Hunter
• Illawarra
• North Coast
• Northern Sydney
• South Western Sydney
• Sydney

CRICOS provider 00591E

RTO number 91430