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Study options
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, finishing with a bachelor’s degree.
Students can opt for these programmes along with English language courses that are available from beginner to advanced levels:
TAFE NSW to University pathways
International students looking to study in Australia’s top universities and earn credit, can choose TAFE NSW to university pathway programmes and enter a bachelor’s degree.
Why choose this?
- Students get to graduate, earning double qualifications – a TAFE NSW diploma as well as a bachelor’s degree from a top university.
- By paying low semester tuition fees, students choose a more reasonably priced way to enter a bachelor’s degree program.
- Students with good academic records and applied practical skills get well equipped.
- Students are employable on graduation.
Which universities offer this program?
- Charles Sturt University
- Australian Catholic University
- University of Technology Sydney
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 and tourism.
Degree programmes:
Degree programmes 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.
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RTO 90003
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How to apply
The application process for international students at TAFE NSW involves the following steps:
- Applicants must first choose the right programme.
- Applicants should make sure to meet entry requirements and the preferred programme.
- Download and complete the application form - for TAFE NSW to university pathways, applicants should download the respective university application form and submit it along with the application.
- Prepare certified copies of documents. A certified copy is a copy of the original document signed and dated by the organisation that issued the original document, a government official, public notary or Justice of the Peace, or an agent of TAFE NSW, confirming that they have sighted the original.
- Submit the application via email.
- The institute assesses the application and issues an offer letter with an invoice.
- Student must confirm acceptance.
- TAFE NSW will issue a confirmation of enrolment (COE).
- Student must apply for a VISA and enrol at TAFE NSW.
CRICOS 00591E
RTO 90003
HEPS PRV12049
Entry requirements
All TAFE NSW degree and diploma programmes require a Year 12 or equivalent. Apart from general entry requirements, students are advised to check for additional country/course specific entry requirements.
Certificate courses - Most courses require Australian Year 10 or equivalent and some courses require Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
Advanced diploma, diploma and pathways programs – Completion of an Australian YEAR 12 equivalent or certificate 3 or 4 qualification.
Bachelor’s degrees - Year 12 qualification or equivalent or Certificate 4 qualification or equivalent, or completion of minimum of one-year full-time study in a degree programme at a higher education institute.
English language requirements:
- Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses
- Academic IELTS 5.5 OR
- Academic PTE 42 OR
- TOEFL (iBT) 46 OR
- STEP EIKEN Grade Pre 1 OR
- SPM English 1119 Grade C6 OR
- HKDSE English Language Level 3 OR
- International GCSE English as First Language Grade C or 4 OR
- International GCSE English as Second Language Grade B or 5 OR
- Cambridge English: B2 First / First Certificate in English (FCE) - 162 OR
- Cambridge English: C1 Advanced / Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) - 162 OR
- Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency / Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) - 162 OR
- TAFE NSW General English Program OR
- Evidence that English was the medium of instruction at your senior school and that you gained satisfactory grades in English in final examinations OR
- Evidence that you have completed two years of full time study or Certificate IV level or higher in Australia
Associate and Bachelor Degree courses
- Academic IELTS overall score of 6.5 with a minimum level of 6.0 in all bands OR
- Academic PTE with an overall score of 58 and minimum score of 50 in each component OR
- Cambridge English B2 First - 176 OR
- TOEFL (iBT) with the following minimum scores: overall 79, Reading 19, listening 20, speaking 20 and writing 20 OR
- Occupational English Test (OET) with a minimum score of B in each of the 4 components OR
- TAFE NSW English for Academic Purposes OR
- Completion of Year 12 or equivalent or higher level studies in one or more of the following countries: UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland OR
- Completion of NSW HSC or equivalent or studies at Certificate IV level or higher in Australia
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RTO 90003
HEPS PRV12049
Scholarships & funding
The Australian Government invests millions of dollars in international scholarships annually. The Australia Awards Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships, and Australia Awards Scholarships are available to eligible international students.
Destination Australia Scholarships:
Destination Australia Scholarships are funded by the Commonwealth Government, and are designed to attract and support students who choose to live and study in regional communities. Both international and domestic students are eligible to apply for one of these scholarships.
Each Scholarship provides $15,000 per student per year to meet the costs associated with relocating, living and studying in regional Australia.
Australia Awards scholarships:
These scholarships are also offered by the Australian Government 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
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RTO 90003
HEPS PRV12049
Locations
With so many TAFE NSW locations to choose from, students can find the perfect one to suit their lifestyle. Students who enjoy the hustle and bustle of a thriving city lifestyle can enrol at TAFE NSW Ultimo, St Leonards or Randwick, where they can enjoy everything Sydney has to offer. If students prefer pristine golden beaches, then TAFE NSW Kingscliff (less than an hour’s drive from Byron Bay and the famous Gold Coast) would be ideal. Perhaps students would like to experience the rolling hills of NSW wine country? If so, enrolling at TAFE NSW Newcastle or Kurri Kurri would be the best choice. For an amazing combination of both hills and beaches, TAFE NSW Wollongong, Shellharbour, and Nowra cater to students’ needs.
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RTO 90003
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Graduate outcomes
TAFE NSW alumni have benefited from their study experience and have been placed in a variety of jobs. Few of the testimonials on graduate outcomes include:
Cassiano Garcia
Course/s: Diploma of Hospitality Management and a Diploma of Financial Planning
Campus: Brookvale and Meadowbank
Nationality: Brazilian
I chose TAFE NSW because I needed a course that would give me knowledge and real practice at the same time. Both industries (Finance and Hospitality) are very competitive so I knew that I needed to do something about it to get my foot on the door. Both times it was very successful and worth my time and money.
My time at TAFE NSW was amazing. I learned by having fun. First becoming a Chef and working in a real kitchen at TAFE NSW, which gave me so much confidence to join the workforce. I have still a good relationship with quite a lot of people from TAFE NSW including teachers, staff and students.
Paul Maduabuchi Ezidiegwu
Course/s: Certificate IV and Diploma in Telecommunications Network Engineering as well as an Advanced Diploma in Network Security (IT).
Campus: Lidcombe
Nationality: Nigerian
My experience in TAFE NSW was phenomenal. With good teachers and an enabling environment, I was informed in ICT beyond my expectations.
My journey started back in Africa where I used to run an IT company. However, I decided to acquire more knowledge in ICT. My experience in TAFE NSW was phenomenal. With good teachers and an enabling environment, I was informed in ICT beyond my expectations.
Jacquelene Tan
Course: Diploma of Dental Technology
Campus: Randwick
Nationality: Malaysian
Before TAFE NSW, I had studied in Universities. In my opinion, TAFE NSW is the best place for someone who appreciates hands-on training which prepare them to be more job ready.
Teachers here are very supportive and experienced at their own field. The teaching includes both theory and hands-on, practical which really helped me in my career.
CRICOS 00591E
RTO 90003
HEPS PRV12049
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English score required
Minimum IELTS Score
6.5Undergraduate
Minimum TOEFL IBT
79Undergraduate
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