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Find out more on TAFE’s.

Whilst universities offer a range of full degree courses, Technical and Further Education (TAFE) colleges, offer courses that have a strong vocational, practical focus.

TAFE colleges are state run and are similar to universities in that they have many campuses.

The typical level of qualification sought is: certificate, diploma or advanced diploma.

Degree and university entry courses are also available at some TAFE’s.

Typical courses are: pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships, trade, post-trade, technician courses, commercial and general courses to certificate level.
Courses often work alongside the industry and job that a student is in.

Study can be part-time or full-time.
Fees vary with the state or territory. and concessionary rates are means tested.
TAFE websites: www.tafe.qld.gov.au/international/living_qld/regions.html
www.tafensw.edu.au/
http://www.tafe.sa.edu.au/
http://www.centraltafe.wa.edu.au/

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Monday, February 16th, 2009 Study Australia

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