TAFE South Australia - South Australia's Public Vocational Education and Training System

1. Website: tafesa.edu.au 

2. Location: South Australia, Australia

3. Institution Type: Public Technical and Further Education (TAFE) Institute

4. Total number of students: More than 70,000 students

5. Number of international students: More than 500 students

6. Key highlights:

• One of the largest vocational education and training providers in South Australia.
• Seven specialist campuses equipped with industry-standard facilities, equipment and technologies.
• Affordable tuition fees, helping students reduce the overall cost of studying.
• 89% of graduates are satisfied with the quality of education.
• 87% of graduates secure employment or continue further study.
• Over 100 study programmes available for international students.
• Multiple intakes throughout the year: January, April, July and October.
• Small class sizes (approximately 15–20 students per class).
• Strong focus on practical, job-ready skills.
• Many programmes include industry placements, providing valuable workplace experience, professional skills development and industry networking opportunities.
• Pathway programmes leading to: Adelaide University, Flinders University,...
• International students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods and full-time during scheduled breaks.
• Eligible graduates may stay in Australia for 2 - 4 years after graduation and apply for permanent residency if they meet immigration requirements.

7. Training-related Information

a. Training programs

• English Language: For students who do not yet meet the English language entry requirements.
• Certificate 
• Diploma & Advanced Diploma
• University Pathway Programs
• Bachelor's Degrees

b. Training courses 

Arts & Design

• Fashion
• Interior Design
• Graphic Design
• Photography & Visual Arts
• Screen Media
• Technical Production

Building & Construction

• Building Design & Drafting
• Electrical Engineering

Business & Marketing

• Accounting
• Business & Administration
• Management
• Marketing

Community Services

• Aged Care
• Early Childhood Education & Care
• Community & Family Services

English Language

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS)

Hair & Beauty

• Hairdressing & Barbering
• Beauty Therapy
• Health & Lifestyle

Complementary Medicine

• Dental Studies
• Nursing
• Allied Health

Hospitality & Tourism

• Baking & Pastry
• Commercial Cookery
• Food Technology
• Event Management
• Hospitality
• Meat Processing
• Tourism

Information Technology

• Digital Technologies & Digital Media
• Networking & Cyber Security
• Software & Web Development

Mining, Engineering & Automotive

• Automotive
• Electronics & Computer Systems
• Civil & Structural Engineering
• Mining & Exploration

Science & Primary Industries

• Conservation & Land Management
• Horticulture
• Science

8. Entry Requirements

• Certificate Programmes: Most programmes require successful completion of Year 11 with a minimum GPA of 6.5/10. Some programmes require completion of Year 12 with a minimum GPA of 6.0/10. IELTS 5.5 or PTE Academic 42.
• Diploma / Advanced Diploma / University Pathway Programmes: Completion of Upper Secondary School (Year 12) with a minimum GPA of 6.0/10. IELTS 5.5 or PTE Academic 42.
• Bachelor's Degrees: Completion of Upper Secondary School (Year 12) with a minimum GPA of 7.0/10.
  IELTS 6.0–6.5 (with no band below 6.0) or PTE Academic 58 (with no communicative skill below 50); or completion of a recognised Foundation or Diploma programme.

For detailed entry requirements: www.tafesa.edu.au/international/entry-requirements 

9. Intakes: January (February), April, July and October.

Application Documents

• Highest academic qualification certificate.
• Academic transcripts for the most recent two years.
• English language certificate (if available).
• Passport (photo and signature page) (if available).
• Academic achievements and extracurricular accomplishments (if applying for scholarships).

10. Tuition Fees

• English: AUD 360/week.
• Certificate / Diploma / Advanced Diploma: AUD 12,400 - 14,400/year.
• University Pathway Programmes: AUD 17,750/year.
• Bachelor's Degrees: AUD 15,200/year.

See details here

11. Living Expenses: AUD 18,000 - 20,000/year.

12. Scholarships: See details here 

13. Accommodation & Other Student Services: See details here 

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