TAFE college entry requirements?

[stevio 10]

I have been looking into going into a tafe college and wondering if there was any entry requirements to getting into one, appart from the fees. Are there any spesific dates for college enrollment in Brisbane or are they different between each college?

Thanks

[connaust 590]

Main entry point is February, and many courses have July 2nd semester entry.

 

For application depends upon course, generally equivalent of year 11, however if you are mature age any work experience or training counts under RPL recognition for prior learning (& experience).

 

I'd suggest having CV outlining work and education background.

 

Are you local, pr or offshore?

[stevio 10]

Thanks, i am moving over to Brisbane in October and considering going into a tafe college instead of high school as it will be more suited to me.

[connaust 590]

Whatever your residency status, TAFE should be the most attractive option for 16+ yo due to lower fees, and ability to transfer credits direct to university programs. Further, it offers structure, practical learning, small class sizes and time to work part time, which then gives time to decide which career or occupation you can pursue.

[blossom 3,079]

I think I had to show them I had a-levels, but that was a few years ago when there was much more competition.

[starlight7 4,198]

Be a bit careful about what course you choose,though, because not all lead to employment opportunities.

[pompey43 10]

Any idea of the cost of attending a Tafe College on a 457 visa?

[LukeM 480]

If you're not a Permanent Resident you may have to pay "full" fees, same as University. Depends on study area and the level. A Diploma of IT at TAFE can be $10,800 up to $14,900 just as an example.

 

Certificates and random courses would be a lot cheaper.