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2018 INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE tafesa.edu.au/international
CONTENTS Why choose TAFE SA? 1 Reasons to love Adelaide 4 Where you will study 8 Student services 10 Accommodation 11 Understanding Australian qualifications 12 TAFE SA entry requirements 13 University Packaged Programs 14 5 reasons to study a TAFE SA University Package 15 English Language pathways 16 Overseas qualifications for TAFE SA entry 17 English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) 18 Which English language course? 21 OUR COURSES 22 Arts and Design 22 Building and Construction 23 Business and Marketing 24 Community Services 25 Education and English Language 25 Hair and Beauty 26 Health and Lifestyle 27 Hospitality and Tourism 28 Information Technology 29 Mining, Engineering and Automotive 30 Primary Industries and Science 31 COURSE LIST 32 University of South Australia CRICOS Provider Number: 00121B The University of Adelaide CRICOS Provider Number: 00123M Flinders University CRICOS Provider Number: 00114A
WHY CHOOSE TAFE SA? E
≥
≥
87
University
Packaged
Programs
±
OVER 70 COUNTRIES
* These statistics include both domestic and international students. ± Guaranteed only if students meet the minimum requirements to
Over 100 qualifications are offered to international students transfer to the applicable university. Please see conditions set out in
≥ NCVER Student Outcomes Survey 2016 your Letter of Offer.
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 1
WHY CHOOSE TAFE SA?
TAFE SA gives you choice and flexibility. You can choose from more than 100
courses, and follow pathways within our own areas of study, as well as to university.
It is your practical pathway to the career you want.
* Guaranteed only if students meet the
REAL-WORLD SKILLS FOR A PATHWAY TO minimum requirements to transfer to
PRACTICAL CAREERS UNIVERSITY the applicable university.
Our packaged programs with Flinders
At TAFE SA, you will develop the skills
University, the University of Adelaide How does credit
employers want. We have strong
relationships with business and and the University of South Australia transfer work?
industry, ensuring our courses are offer you an alternate way of achieving
relevant and up-to-date. your end goal of a bachelor degree. TAFE SA has formal credit transfer
Successful completion of a TAFE agreements with South Australian
Our lecturers are all highly experienced,
SA Diploma, Advanced Diploma or universities, which gives you automatic
and they are active in their fields of
Associate Degree guarantees* you status or credit in some part of a course
expertise. Our teaching methods blend
entry into a connected undergraduate or program. This means you can
theory with hands-on, practical learning
program at one of Adelaide’s finest complete your university qualification
using industry-standard facilities and
universities. It also reduces the length quicker and at less expense.
technology, so when you complete your
course, you are job-ready. of time you are required to study at A diploma from TAFE SA usually
university and therefore the cost of your provides up to a year of credit towards
Many of our courses include industry bachelor degree. university study. An advanced diploma
work placements as part of the course
By applying for a University Packaged usually counts for a year and a half,
program. These work placements
Program, students receive a joint offer and an associate degree up to two
give you first-hand experience of the
from both TAFE SA and either Flinders years. There are no fees to apply for
workplace, allowing you to test your
University, the University of Adelaide or recognition through credit transfer.*
skills and make valuable industry
contacts. the University of South Australia and *Application fees may be charged by
may apply to the Department of Home your chosen education provider.
At TAFE SA, our lecturers are Affairs for a single visa for the duration
accessible and supportive, and our of the whole study program.
classes are mostly between 15 and
20 students. These small class sizes
mean more personal assistance and
attention, and a more rewarding study
experience.
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EXAMPLE OF SAVINGS
Jackson wants to complete a Bachelor of When Jackson completes his TAFE SA study,
Engineering at university. This will cost him he will gain two years credit to go on to
around $30,000 (AUD) for each year of the four complete his Bachelor degree at university,
year degree or around $120,000 (AUD) for the in just two years.
whole degree. At the end of the four years, Jackson will have
Jackson has chosen to study the Associate two qualifications, the Associate Degree in
Degree in Electrical Engineering (092137K / Electronic Engineering and the related
CRS1400352) at TAFE SA which costs around Bachelor of Engineering at one of Adelaide’s
$17,500 (AUD) a year or around $35,000 (AUD) finest universities.
for the two year course.
This is what Jackson’s dual qualification will cost him
compared to if he had entered university directly:
TAFE + University University
1st year TAFE SA $17,500* 1st year university $30,000*
2nd year TAFE SA $17,500 2nd year university $30,000
3rd year university $30,000 3rd year university $30,000
4th year university $30,000 4th year university $30,000
Total $95,000 (AUD) Total $120,000 (AUD)
Indicative Saving $25,000 (AUD)
*Estimate only, check TAFE SA and university websites for current course costs.
SAVE ON YOUR DEGREE YOUR LEARNING AND
Studying at TAFE SA is a smart choice EXPERIENCE IS VALUED
that can save you money. Our tuition
fees are very competitive. Your TAFE At TAFE SA, we know that knowledge
SA qualification also provides credit and skills are built up in many ways.
towards your university degree, so you Experience in a job or as a volunteer,
can complete your degree in less time previous study and training, and self-
and save money. taught abilities are all important and
valuable. If you can provide evidence of
relevant skills or knowledge, you might
A COMPETITIVE EDGE be able to gain recognition for part
of, or even an entire TAFE SA course.
Studying at TAFE SA gives you practical This is called Recognition of Prior
experience and new skills, whatever Learning (RPL). Evidence for RPL can
your career goals. Even if you already include certification, references from
have a university degree or years of employers, testimonials from clients,
work experience, learning practical and samples of your work. Fees apply.
skills and gaining an understanding of Each year, students from more than
the most recent advances in your field 70 nations choose to study at TAFE SA.
gives you a competitive edge in the job You could be one of them.
market. Qualifications from TAFE SA
are recognised throughout Australia
and in many other countries. Take the next step …
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 3
REASONS TO LOVE ADELAIDE
Adelaide is one of the world’s most liveable and loveable cities. Surrounded by rolling hills and
endless sandy beaches, the city is beautiful, friendly, safe and affordable. People from more than
125 nations live in Adelaide, making it a welcoming and multicultural city.
Its climate is friendly too, with hot summers and mild winters encouraging an outdoor lifestyle.
There are lots of reasons you will love Adelaide – here are just a few.
AFFORDABLE LIVING
Darwin
Living in Adelaide is cheaper than
most Australian cities. The cost of rent,
transport and food is lower, which
means a better quality of life
for students.
Alice Springs
There are job opportunities for students
in Adelaide to help you get through your SOUTH Brisbane
studies. Your student visa gives you AUSTRALIA
automatic work rights in Australia. You
can work up to 40 hours per fortnight Perth
while studying. Many of our international Sydney
students find work in retail, hospitality Adelaide
and tourism. You can use websites Melbourne
such as seek.com.au and careerone.
com.au to look for employment.
SAFE AND WELCOMING Royal Adelaide
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East Terrace
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terrain makes walking and cycling West Terrace
Hutt Street
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easy, and you can drive if you have an
King William Street
Wright Street Carrington Street
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international driver’s licence. A public Sturt
Square
Street Halifax
Square
Street
transport system of buses, trains and West Terrace
Cemetery Gilbert Street Gilles Street
trams covers the city and suburbs
– there is even a free ‘city loop’ bus South Terrace
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TRANSPORT FREE TRANSPORT Visitor Information Centre
Train 99b Beeline Bus Passenger Transport Info Centre
Adelaide – Glenelg Tram City Loop Linear Park Track
O’Bahn Buses Restaurant & Shopping Precincts
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“ I choose to study in Adelaide as it is quiet,
peaceful and the cost of living is so low. I am
in love with this great city, its multicultural
environment, lovely people and tradition.
Jakia, Bangladesh ”
SOUTH AUSTRALIA FAST FACTS
Capital City: Adelaide
State Population: 1.65 million
Adelaide Population: 1.2 million
Language: English
Currency: AUD$
Area: 984,377 square km
Coastline: 3,700 km
Major exports: metals, wheat, wine, meat, education
and tourism
Source: StudyAdelaide 2016 Prospectus
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 5
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A LIVELY, DELICIOUS! EVERYONE AGREES
COSMOPOLITAN CITY Adelaide is surrounded by farmland, – ADELAIDE IS A
Adelaide is known for its rich cultural
providing a constant supply of fresh,
local produce. Our historic Central
GREAT PLACE TO
life, especially for its festivals,
which are famous around the
Market sells fresh fruit and vegetables, LIVE AND STUDY
along with meats, smallgoods, breads,
world. WOMADelaide, the Adelaide cheese and more. Adelaide is well Adelaide is recognised as one of the
Festival of Arts, Fringe Festival and known for quality wine and beer, and world’s most liveable cities. In 2014,
Cabaret Festival are just some of the our restaurant scene includes cuisine Lonely Planet’s Best of Travel book
international arts and music events that from all over the world. Our mix of ranked Adelaide in the global top ten.
keep the city buzzing. Sport is also cultures means there is likely to be a It was voted Australia’s most liveable
popular, with international cricket and supermarket that sells food from your city in the State of Australian Cities
cycling, soccer, car racing, tennis and home country too. Index Report 2013, and for the last
Australian Rules football to enjoy. Our three years has been ranked one of
pristine beaches can be enjoyed all the most liveable cities in the world
year round, and you can easily escape
to the vineyards, national parks and
A PLACE OF LEARNING by The Economist Intelligence Unit.
picturesque countryside that surround Adelaide has a strong and growing
the city. reputation as an education city.
In addition to TAFE SA, Adelaide is
home to six world-leading universities:
Flinders University, the University
of Adelaide, the University of South
Australia, Carnegie Mellon University
and Torrens University Australia.
WEATHER AVERAGE WEEKLY LIVING EXPENSES*
South Australia has a temperate
climate with four distinct seasons.
With moderate winters and warm WEEKLY
to hot summers, South Australia Groceries and eating out $80 to $280
does not experience tsunamis or
cyclones. Gas, electricity $35 to $140
Phone and Internet $20 to $55
Summer Public transport $15 to $55
Dec – Feb Car (after purchase) $150 to $260
Mainly hot & dry
25°C – 35°C Entertainment $80 to $150
*Indicative costs $AUD. Source: studyinaustralia.gov.au
Autumn
Mar – May REGULARLY PURCHASED ITEMS IN ADELAIDE $AUD
Mainly dry Bread loaf $2.50
20°C – 25°C
Milk (1 litre) $2.00
Winter Mineral Water (1 litre) $1.50
June – Aug Instant Coffee (125 g) $7.00
Cool & wet McDonalds Big Mac $3.60
10°C – 15°C
Newspaper $1.25 to $2.00
Spring Cinema ticket $17.00
Sept – Nov Bus/Train/Tram Ticket (single) $0.87 to $1.62
Little rain
20°C – 25°C
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 7
WHERE YOU WILL STUDY
TAFE SA HAS CAMPUSES
IN THE HEART OF THE CITY 8
3
AS WELL AS THROUGHOUT
SOUTH AUSTRALIA. 4
2
5
TAFE SA’s campuses feature specialised
training facilities equipped with industry City of
standard equipment and technology. Adelaide
Training facilities include: St Vincent’s U U U
>> workshops >> dental clinics Gulf 2 1
>> studios >> hair and beauty
>> computer suites salons km
5
>> restaurants and >> industry simulators
Glenelg 7
kitchens >> laboratories km
Beach 10
>> theatres >> veterinary surgery 6
>> nursing wards. U
Our campuses also provide student facilities
km
including:
20
>> libraries with computers and study rooms
>> cafeterias and food preparation areas Adelaide Airport U Flinders University
>> student common areas. TAFE SA Location U University of SA
English Language Centre U University of Adelaide
km
30
CAMPUS LOCATION EXAMPLE OF COURSES OFFERED
(distance from
Seoul 14 hours City Centre)
Beijing Tokyo 13 hours
11 hours 1 Adelaide City City Centre English Language, Business and Marketing,
New Delhi Information Technology, Hair and Beauty
15 hours
2 Adelaide College City Centre Arts and Fashion Design, Screen and
Hanoi
of the Arts Media
11.5 hours
Kuala Lumpur 3 Gilles Plains 12km Veterinary Nursing and Applied Science,
7.5 hours Community and Health
4 Port Adelaide 15km Community and Health, Nursing
5 Regency 7.5km Hospitality, Food and Wine, Community
Services, Mining and Engineering Transport
Centre (METC), Tourism and Events,
Children’s Services
ADELAIDE 6 Tonsley 10km Building and Design
7 Urrbrae 7km Environment and Horticulture, Landscape
Design
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STUDENT SERVICES
Studying as an international student
can seem daunting, but TAFE SA
COUNSELLING SERVICES STUDYADELAIDE
provides support to help you make the If you have difficulties, our counsellors StudyAdelaide is a great source
most of your time with us. From your can help you. Counselling services are of information and support for
arrival until graduation, we provide free and include: international students. They run free
services including: competitions, giveaways and events,
>> career and course choice
which are a wonderful way to meet
>> orientation for all new arrivals >> help with learning and language other international students and
>> counselling >> financial advice and assistance experience Australian life in Adelaide.
>> academic learning and English Visit studyadelaide.com for more
>> finding accommodation
language support information, or send an email to
>> medical, personal and family events@studyadelaide.com if you’d like
>> social and recreational programs. problems to join their mailing list to stay up-to-
>> student visa and attendance issues. date with free StudyAdelaide activities.
ORIENTATION AND Counselling services are accessible by
SETTLEMENT phone, email, or in person.
As a new student at TAFE SA, you will
attend a two-day orientation program. LEARNING SUPPORT
You will get to meet lecturers and TAFE SA provides extra teaching
other students, and be shown around assistance to students who experience
your new campus. difficulties with any aspects of their
It is a great way to get familiar with course. Learning support can help you:
Adelaide and settle into TAFE SA. >> organise your coursework and study
Go to tafesa.edu.au/international/int- schedules
support-services/arrival-pickup to book >> prepare for tests or examinations
these services. >> build your academic skills.
10 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDEACCOMMODATION
Where to live is an important decision when you move to a new city. For most people, rental and
transport costs are important, along with finding somewhere close to your campus, workplace
and other facilities. Most TAFE SA international students choose between purpose‑built student
housing, homestay and private rental.
ACCOMMODATION TYPES Homestay Private rental
Homestay is living with an Australian You can rent a house or apartment
Student housing host family. It is a great way to anywhere you like. On top of your
experience Australian life and weekly rent you will need to pay for
Student housing in Adelaide includes
practice your English in a welcoming utilities such as electricity, gas, water
individual studio apartments,
environment. As a homestay student, and telephone. You may need to sign
shared apartments, or dormitory
you will have a bedroom with linen and a lease agreement with your landlord
accommodation. Most student housing
a place to study, and you will share a and pay a refundable bond in advance.
is in the city centre, or near TAFE SA
bathroom, kitchen and other facilities Go to cbs.sa.gov.au/renting-and-letting
campuses, which reduces transport
with your host family. Most homestay for more information about your legal
costs. One advantage of student
hosts provide meals, or you may need rights and obligations as a tenant.
accommodation is that it often includes
to provide and prepare your own food. Students often share a house, having a
internet access, utilities, furnished
apartments, and sometimes other Your homestay hosts may be a family bedroom each, sharing the rest of the
services such as meals and laundry. with children, a couple, or a single house and splitting expenses. If you
person. Many Australian homes have rent a room in a share house, you might
One example of affordable student
pets, including dogs. You will be part of pay more if the room is furnished, or if
housing is Regency International
the household, so you will have to look utilities are included in your weekly rent.
House at TAFE SA’s Regency Campus.
after your own needs, such as keeping Sharing can be a cheap option, but it
The rental fee includes meals, utilities,
your room tidy and doing your laundry. is important to clearly agree on how
weekly cleaning, and access to shared
Visit homestaynetwork.org, or unilodge. chores and bills will be divided.
recreation facilities. See tafesa.edu.au/
international/int-support-services/int- com.au/Adelaide for more information. Search realestate.com.au or
accommodation for more information. domain.com.au to find properties
for rent.
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 11UNDERSTANDING AUSTRALIAN
QUALIFICATIONS
The Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) defines the learning outcomes for all Australian
qualifications. Each qualification type has a level that connects to the corresponding career level.
With TAFE SA’s flexible learning, you can progress from a lower level qualification such as a
certificate III to a higher level qualification, such as an advanced diploma, to enable you to
gain the skills for the career that you want.
Australian qualification AQF Level Training outcomes Example career outcomes
Graduates at this level have broad Manager, Business Owner,
Degree Level 7 and coherent knowledge and skills Researcher, Market Leader,
for professional work Strategist, Advisor, Engineer
Manager, Business Owner,
Graduates at this level have broad
Coordinator, Franchisor,
Advanced Diploma Level 6 knowledge and skills for highly
Supervisor, Engineering Technical
skilled paraprofessional work
Officer
Graduates at this level have broad Manager, Supervisor, Business
Associate Degree Level 6 knowledge and skills for highly Owner, Researcher, Strategist,
skilled paraprofessional work Advisor
Graduates at this level have Supervisor, Coordinator, Business
Diploma Level 5 specialised knowledge and skills Operator, Manager, Assistant
for skilled paraprofessional work Manager, Computer Technician
Graduates at this level have
Operations Coordinator, Accounts
theoretical and practical
Certificate IV Level 4 Manager, Senior Consultant,
knowledge and skills for
Officer
specialised skilled work
Graduates at this level have Assistant Technician, Receptionist,
Certificate III Level 3 theoretical and practical Attendant, Clerk, Sales Agent,
knowledge and skill for work Guide
12 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDETAFE SA ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS SPECIAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The minimum academic entry requirements for international Some courses including Acting, Associate Degrees in
students at TAFE SA are: Engineering, Early Childhood Education and Care, and
Bachelor degrees have special admission requirements
which might include:
To apply for Requirement
>> successful completion of certain subjects
Certificate II or Satisfactory completion >> a specific pass level in certain subjects
Certificate III course of Australian Year 10 or
equivalent in your country >> an IELTS score higher than 5.5, no band below 5.0
>> presentation of a portfolio or audition
Certificate IV course Satisfactory completion
of Australian Year 11 or >> passing an assessment or a test set by TAFE SA.
equivalent in your country You should always check the entry requirements for your
Diploma, Advanced Satisfactory completion chosen course before you apply.
Diploma, Associate of Australian Year 12 or
Degree or Bachelor equivalent in your country
course STUDENTS UNDER 18 YEARS
Most foundation studies programs offered by Australian Students younger than 18 can study with TAFE SA. You will
education institutions and universities are accepted as need to be 17 years old when you start your study (at the
equivalent to Australian Year 12. Some exceptions apply. date shown on your CoE) but you can apply when you are
16 years old. The Department of Home Affairs requires all
students who are younger than 18 and who are not living
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY in Australia with their parents, to have somewhere suitable
to live, and an appropriate adult who will be responsible for
REQUIREMENTS their care. TAFE SA has approved AHN (Australian Homestay
Network) and International Student Alliance (ISA) to provide
The minimum IELTS (or equivalent) score for entry to most welfare and accommodation services to these students and
TAFE SA courses is an academic IELTS of 5.5 with a their families.
minimum of 5.0 in all bands. Some students who do not have
a current IELTS (or equivalent) score may be able to gain an To apply for a student visa, students younger than 18 need
English language test score for entry to TAFE SA courses by to show the Department of Home Affairs that they have
taking the ISLPR test at our English Language Centre (ELC). appropriate welfare and accommodation arrangements in
place. All welfare and accommodation arrangements must
be approved by either the Department of Home Affairs or
TAFE SA ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE TAFE SA.
TAFE SA’s English Language Centre (ELC) is located in the
heart of Adelaide and offers affordable, intensive English
language programs tailored to suit all student needs. Our
UNDER 18 APPLICATION QUICK GUIDE
programs can provide entry into TAFE SA courses, as well
as many undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the 1> Student applies to study with TAFE SA
University of Adelaide, Flinders University and the university of
South Australia. Or they can simply be used to improve your
Parent or guardian decides who will provide
English while you are travelling or working in Australia.
care and accommodation for the student,
2> i.e. parents or a close relative, or TAFE SA –
English Language Partners approved care and accommodation providers
You can combine selected English Language courses at
Parent or guardian completes the Welfare
KAPLAN, IELI, SACE or ECA with any TAFE SA course
(except Dentistry programs). 3> and Accommodation Arrangement Form
and follows the process
Successful completion of your English program with one of
our partners before your TAFE SA course means that you Care and accommodation is confirmed
will not need to sit an extra IELTS test. Courses requiring an 4> with the parent or guardian
IELTS of 6.5 and over cannot choose an English Language
Student accepts offer and receives CoE and
Partner pathway. Applications for these pathways are made
direct to the English Language Partner. If successful, you will
5> CAAW form if TAFE SA approves care
receive an offer from the partner and an offer from TAFE SA.
Students must not travel to Australia before
KAPLAN International English CRICOS Code 03008A, IELI CRICOS Code
02916F, SACE CRICOS Code 00094M, ECA CRICOS Code 00989E
6> the day their welfare arrangements begin.
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 13UNIVERSITY PACKAGED PROGRAMS
UNIVERSITY PACKAGED PROGRAMS TAFE SA
Our packaged programs with Flinders University,
Apply online
the University of Adelaide and the University of South
Australia offer you an alternate way of achieving your tafesa.edu.au/international
end goal of a bachelor degree.
Agents
Successful completion of a TAFE SA Diploma, Advanced
Diploma or Associate Degree guarantees* you entry into tafesa.edu.au/international/agents-partners
a connected undergraduate program at one of Adelaide’s
finest universities. It also reduces the length of time you FLINDERS UNIVERSITY
are required to study at university and therefore the cost
of your bachelor degree. Apply online
By applying for a University Packaged Program, students TAFE SA and Flinders University packaged programs at
receive a joint offer from both TAFE SA and either Flinders tafesa.edu.au/international
University, the University of Adelaide or the University
of South Australia and may apply to the Department of Agents
Home Affairs for a single visa for the duration of the whole Agents who are mutual agents of TAFE SA
study program. and Flinders University
flinders.edu.au/international/apply/find-agent
ADVANTAGES OF A UNIVERSITY THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
PACKAGED PROGRAM Apply online
>> A guaranteed* pathway to university for students who
have not quite met the requirements for direct entry. international.adelaide.edu.au/admissions/how-to-apply/
apply-now
>> Gain industry connections during your studies at TAFE SA
that can lead to part-time employment in your field of study Agents
for the duration of your university studies.
international.adelaide.edu.au/admissions/
>> Graduate with a career-competitive mix of practical and find-a-university-of-adelaide-agent
theoretical skills, which is attractive to employers.
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA
HOW TO APPLY Apply online
If you are applying for a University of Adelaide packaged
TAFE SA and University of South Australia packaged
program, you will need to make two applications, one to
programs at tafesa.edu.au/international
TAFE SA and one to the University of Adelaide.
If you are applying for a University of South Australia or Agents
Flinders University packaged program, you only need to unisa.edu.au/find-an-agent or tafesa.edu.au/international/
submit one application to TAFE SA. agents-partners
Further details of the application specifics for Packaged
University Offers are available on the TAFE SA website at
tafesa.edu.au/international/university-pathway-programs
* Guaranteed only if students meet the minimum requirements to transfer to the applicable university.
14 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE5 REASONS TO STUDY A
TAFE SA UNIVERSITY PACKAGE
1 Get work experience 4 Trust and quality
Many TAFE SA programs include We are a trusted government
work placements that give you organisation with some of the
valuable industry experience and most impressive training facilities
make you more employable. in South Australia.
2 Part-time jobs 5 Two qualifications
Work placements undertaken Graduate with at least two
as a part of TAFE SA studies qualifications in the time it takes
may lead to part-time job most students to achieve one.
opportunities in your field
of study.
3 Pay less in tuition fees
TAFE SA prides itself in having
more affordable tuition fees than
many of our competitors.
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 15ENGLISH LANGUAGE PATHWAYS
DIRECT ENTRY TO THE UNIVERSITY
OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA WITH
ELICOS PROGRAMS AT TAFE SA
The TAFE SA English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses
can provide direct entry to a range of undergraduate and
postgraduate programs (excluding Dentistry programs) at
the University of South Australia without requiring a further
English Language test.
“ I have had a really positive experience
studying at the English Language Centre
at TAFE SA. The course is intensive and
challenging but the teachers are very
experienced and truly care about the
progress of their students.”
Orya - Israel
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Course Pathway Duration Intake Entry Exit
EAP 20 Part 1 Entry into TAFE SA and 20 weeks January IELTS 4.5 and 5 Pass (students deemed to
and Part 2 University of South Australia (Term 1) or or equivalent meet IELTS 5.5*)
programs which require July (Term 3)
Credit (students deemed to
IELTS 6.0 for entry.
meet IELTS 6.0*)
EAP 20 Part 2 Entry into TAFE SA and 10 weeks April (Term 2) IELTS 5 and 5.5 Pass (students deemed to
University of South Australia or October or equivalent meet IELTS 5.5*)
programs which require (Term 4)
Credit (students deemed to
IELTS 6.0 for entry.
meet IELTS 6.0*)
EAP Advanced Entry into TAFE SA and 10 weeks January IELTS 5.5 or Pass Part 1 (students
Part 1 University of South Australia (Term 1) or equivalent deemed to meet IELTS 6.0*)
programs which require July (Term 3)
IELTS 6.0 for entry.
EAP Advanced Entry into TAFE SA and 10 weeks April (Term 2) IELTS 6.0 or Pass Part 2 (students
Part 2 University of South Australia or October equivalent deemed to meet IELTS 6.5*)
programs which require (Term 4)
IELTS 6.5 for entry.
* Equivalent to IELTS score – there is no IELTS exam at the course end
Note: Students requiring 6.5 IELTS would be offered EAP Advanced, and dependent on their current IELTS level may require the General English and/or
EAP 20 prior.
EAP20 Part 2 (Apr/Oct entry) and EAP Advanced Part 1 (Jan/July entry) both exit with an IELTS equivalent of 6.0. Students should select their course
based on their current English language level (IELTS or equivalent score) and the start date of their University of South Australia course.
16 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDEOVERSEAS QUALIFICATIONS
FOR TAFE SA ENTRY
The following overseas qualifications are recognised as being equivalent to Australian Years 10,
11 and 12 for entry onto our courses:
Country Equivalent to Australian year 10 or 11 Equivalent to Australian year 12
Australia Australian Year 12 Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
Brazil Certificado de Ensio Medio (Year 10 or 11 equivalent) Certificado / Diploma de Ensino (Year 12 equivalent) Medio
Basic Education High School (BEHS) Examination Certificate + 1 year of
Burma Year 10 and 11 of Basic Education - High School
higher education
Cambodia Years 10, 11, 12 Upper Secondary Education Diploma of Upper Secondary Education / Baccalaureate
China Senior Middle 2 (Department of Home Affairs requires completion of Year 11) General Senior Secondary Unified Graduation (Certificate of Graduation)
Secondary 4 or 5 or Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or Hong Kong
Hong Kong
(HKCEE) Advanced Level Examination (HKALE)
All Indian Secondary School Certificate, Indian Certificate of Secondary All Indian School Certificate or Indian School Certificate or Certificate of
Education (ICSE SX) Secondary Certification, GCE O-Levels (4 passes) Vocational Education or Senior Secondary Certificate or State Boards of
India
Secondary / Senior Secondary Education certificates, GCE A-Levels (2
Department of Home Affairs requires completion of Year 11 for student VISA passes)
Certificate of Completion of Senior Secondary Education (lzajah/STTB SMA/
Indonesia Secondary School : SMU or SMK 3
STTB SMK) or Certificate of Graduation (SKHUN)
Upper Secondary School Certificate of Graduation (Kotogakko Sotsugyo
Japan Completion of Kotogakko Year 1 Lower Secondary Leaving Certificate
Shosho)
GCE O-Levels (4 passes)
Kenya Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or GCE A level - 2 passes
Department of Home Affairs requires completion of Year 11 for student visa
STPM Senior Secondary Certificate of Education KCSE) or GCE A Levels - 2
Malaysia SPM or GCE O-Levels (4 passes) or Senior Middle 2
passes, UEC
Completion of Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate Higher Secondary Education
Nepal
Department of Home Affairs requires completion of Year 11 for student visa Board Certificate (Grade 12)
National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) - Level 3, minimum
New Zealand
60 credits
Senior Secondary School (WAEC/NECO) examinations (5 subjects passes C
Senior Secondary School (WAEC/ NECO) examinations - pass grade, GCE grade average)
Nigeria
O-Levels (4 subject passes)
GCE A Levels (2 passes)
High School Diploma or National College Entrance Examination (NCEE)
High School Diploma or a Certificate of Graduation + two years of Bachelor
Philippines + one year of Bachelor Degree
Degree
(Department of Home Affairs requires completion of Year 11)
Shahadat al-thanwiyyah al-’aama or shahadat al-marhalat (General
Saudi Arabia
Secondary Education Certificate) Form 7 or University Foundation Year
Singapore GCE O-Levels - 4 subject passes GCE A-levels - 2 passes
General / Academic Senior High School Certificate / Diploma (Immumgye
South Korea Completion of Senior High School Grade 1 or equivalent
Kodung Hakkyo Choeupchang)
Sri Lankan GCE O-Levels (4 subject passes)
Sri Lanka GCE A-levels - 2 passes
Department of Home Affairs requires completion of Year 11 for student visa
Taiwan Senior High School (1st or 2nd Year) Senior High School Diploma or Senior Vocational School Diploma
Thailand Upper Secondary School (Matayom 5 / Matayom 4) Matayom 6 or MS 6 (Certificate of Secondary Education)
UK GCE O-Levels (4 subject passes) GCE A-Levels (2 subject passes)
Upper Secondary schooling (Year 10 or 11 equivalent) Bang Tot nghiep Trung hoc Pho thong (Upper Secondary Education
Vietnam
Department of Home Affairs requires completion of Year 11 Graduation Diploma)
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 17ENGLISH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSES
FOR OVERSEAS STUDENTS (ELICOS)
TAFE SA offers a highly supportive study environment where students develop
high-level English skills through small classes and highly interactive teaching.
WHY STUDY ENGLISH WITH TAFE SA?
>> Small classes and individual attention from >> Modern facilities with great transport links in
highly‑qualified teachers the heart of Adelaide
>> Affordable fees >> Clear pathways to universities in Adelaide
>> Only government-owned English Language >> Immersed in an authentic Australian
Centre in South Australia academic environment, surrounded by
>> Flexible start times and program durations, domestic students
from 5 to 40 weeks >> Opportunities to sit in on TAFE SA classes
>> Free English conversation classes with >> Access to the TAFE SA library with extensive
students from around the world English language and online resources
18 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDEGENERAL ENGLISH ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC
Our General English courses are designed for international PURPOSES 20 (EAP 20)
students and other temporary visa holders looking to improve
their English for personal or professional development. You This course is designed for students with good English
don’t need to be planning to study in a TAFE SA award language skills who are planning to do further study at TAFE
course to study at the English Language Centre. The course SA or university. With expert tuition by our experienced
duration varies from five to 40 weeks and will be tailored to teachers, you will gain the academic English skills needed to
your individual needs, depending on your level of English, reach your goals in the Australian academic environment.
goals and study pathways.
Course focus
Course focus >> Developing high-level academic skills: writing, listening and
>> Developing listening, speaking, reading and writing skills note taking, reading, comprehension, academic language
for oral presentations and seminars, study skills and
>> Improving vocabulary research skills
>> Improving grammar >> Developing grammar, pronunciation and academic skills
>> Developing communication skills >> Developing specific vocabulary for your future course
New courses begin weekly, with a short pre-course >> Improving your group interaction skills to work closely with
assessment and interview to ensure you are enrolled at a level other students in Australia or internationally.
that suits you. The cost of the course is only $335 per week,
whether you study with us for 40 weeks or just five. >> You will be continually assessed throughout the course,
with regular feedback and timely intervention to ensure
Fast facts your English is always improving.
Duration: 5 to 40 weeks, not including holidays (enrolment >> Our EAP 20 course can serve as a direct pathway to TAFE
must be in five-week blocks) SA award courses and undergraduate courses at the
University of South Australia.
Start dates: Weekly throughout the year
Entry requirements: Elementary and above (not beginners)
Fast facts
Duration: 10 or 20 weeks, not including holidays
Class levels: 5 levels from elementary to advanced
Entry requirements: EAP 20 requires a general or
Fee: $350 per week (40 weeks: $14,000)
academic IELTS score of 4.5 or equivalent, with a minimum
CRICOS Code: 064265A of 4.5 in all macroskills. Students requiring an exit level
equivalent to 6.0 should start with a 5.0 in all macroskills.
Fee: 10 weeks $3,500; 20 weeks $7,000.
CRICOS Code: 064266M / 073621M
“ The ELC at TAFE SA helped
me quickly improve my English
so I could study a Pharmaceutical
degree at UniSA. I was impressed
by the support I received from
the staff and the facilities available
to us.
”
Andre – Brazil
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 19ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC ADVANCED IELTS PREPARATION
PURPOSES (EAP) ADVANCED An intensive course aimed at improving your IELTS test
score for further study, work, immigration or professional
This course is aimed at students needing advanced English registration. You will learn tips and techniques to improve your
language skills for university study at undergraduate or listening, speaking, reading, and writing scores, from highly
postgraduate level. You will attend academic lectures and join qualified teachers, experienced in preparing students for
university campus tours to ensure you are fully prepared for IELTS tests.
your university career.
Course focus
Course focus
>> Gain improved confidence in speaking.
>> Developing advanced university English language skills:
lecture note taking, planning essays and assignments. >> Learn effective strategies for reading and listening tasks.
>> Developing specific vocabulary for your chosen field. >> Improve grammar and vocabulary relevant to IELTS.
>> Practical experience in university learning: research >> Learn time and stress management strategies for test
tasks, group presentations and discussions, tutorials and taking.
seminars. >> Improve your IELTS score in all 4 skills by 0.5 points in just
>> Our advanced courses can serve as a direct pathway 10 weeks.
to TAFE SA courses, as well as undergraduate and
postgraduate courses at the University of South Australia
Fast facts
and undergraduate courses at the University of Adelaide. Duration: Minimum 3 weeks, maximum 20 weeks
per semester
Fast facts
20 contact hours per week
Duration: 10 or 20 weeks (classes 5 hours per day, 4 days per week)
Entry requirements: Students with an entry level of general/ Entry requirements: IELTS 5.0 or above with a minimum of
academic IELTS 5.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in reading 5.0 in all sub scores or equivalent (20 weeks). IELTS overall
and writing and 5.0 in listening and speaking) or equivalent of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub scores or equivalent
will generally enrol in EAP Advanced for 20 weeks. Students (10 weeks).
with an entry level of general/academic IELTS 6.0 overall
Fee: 10 weeks $3,500; 20 weeks $7,000
(with a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing and 5.5 in
listening and speaking) or equivalent will generally undertake Visa: Available to students on all visas, including student
EAP Advanced for 10 weeks. visas, holiday visas and working holiday visas.
Fee: 10 weeks $3,500; 20 weeks $7,000 CRICOS Code: 074846G
CRICOS Code: 086001K
20 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDEWHICH ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE?
If you simply wish to improve your English Language skills, you
can choose to study in any of our four English Language classes.
Generally, it takes 10 weeks of tuition to improve your IELTS score
by half a point. The minimum period you can study for is 5 weeks.
The ELC at TAFE SA is flexible in meeting the needs of its students,
please contact us to discuss your options.
If you have the specific goal of improving your English for entry to a TAFE SA Award course, a University Bachelor or
Masters Degree, or for an immigration application, please refer to the table below to find out the best course for you and
the duration of study required:
GOAL IELTS Level Required
Generally Improve English Skills* 2.5-7.0
TAFE SA Award Course 5.5-6.0
University Pathway (Bachelor) 6.0-6.5
University Pathway (Masters) 6.5-7.0
Immigration Application 7.0
Professional Registration 7.0
*You are eligible to enter any of our courses depending on your level and purpose of study.
IELTS SCORE
Recommended Course Weeks
Have Need
2.5-4.0 4.5 General English 10-30
4.5 5.5 EAP 20 20
5.0 6.0 EAP 20 20
5.0 5.5 EAP 20 10
5.5 6.0 EAP 20 or EAP Advanced (Part 1) 10
5.5 6.5 EAP Advanced (Part 1 & Part 2) 20
6.0 6.5 EAP Advanced (Part 2) 10
5.0-6.0 5.5-7.0 (or Higher) Advanced IELTS Preparation 10-20
6.0 7.0 EAP Advanced (Part 1 & Part 2) 20
6.5 7.0 EAP Advanced (Part 2) 10
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 21OUR COURSES
ARTS AND DESIGN
EXPRESS YOURSELF IN A CREATIVE CAREER
Arts and design play a crucial role in our society. Performing arts and visual arts tell us stories
about who we are and where we’re going. Design is an essential part of turning ideas into reality.
TAFE SA arts and design courses offer intensive, practical learning across a range of disciplines.
From acting and fashion to graphic design, digital media and live production, there’s a huge
range of careers to choose from. You will study and work in modern, professional facilities,
mastering tools and techniques that are vital to a career in the creative industries.
Interior Design
Create your own career as an interior decorator and designer.
Learn the skills to provide advice and practical solutions
on the finishing and furnishing of interior spaces. Working
directly with the client or associated professional, you’ll
gain experience in working in residential, commercial or
institutional spaces.
Performing Arts
Whether you like to be the star, in a supporting role, or work
behind the scenes, our acting courses develop your personal
strengths and professional skills to meet the demands of the
rich and rewarding performing arts sector.
(Note: admission to acting requires strict talent-based
selection through audition)
Photography and Visual Arts
In our visual arts programs, you can choose from ceramics,
digital media, drawing, jewellery, painting, photography and
photo imaging, printmaking and sculpture. Explore traditional
and contemporary practices as you hone your craft.
Screen and Media
Fashion
Our screen and media students build practical and creative
Whether you dream of being a fashion designer working for a
skills. If you’re interested in taking your ideas from storyboard
nationally-recognised brand or designing for your own label,
to the screen, take a course that will challenge you in film and
gain the skills needed to succeed a range of industry fashion
television, CGI and visual effects, digital media and game art.
environments from design and product development roles to
managing your own fashion business.
Technical Production
Graphic Design Our courses in technical production help sharpen your skills
in stage management, design, audio/sound, lighting, staging,
Our graphic design courses prepare you for a career in print
set props and set construction to give you a great foundation
and electronic media. Produce artwork and page layouts
for a professional career in the entertainment, arts, events
for magazines, newspapers, books and websites, corporate
and related industries. You will collaborate with performing
identity programs and advertising campaigns.
artists on several acting and dance shows each year, and
work on live music performances.
22 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDEBUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
CREATE AND WORK ON STRUCTURES AND THEIR COMPONENT SYSTEMS
The building, construction and furnishing industries offer many opportunities for workers with
trade certificates. A significant new trend in these sectors is emerging technologies that challenge
traditional methods. In TAFE SA building and construction courses, you’ll study contemporary
and traditional approaches, covering practical and theoretical aspects of a variety of occupations.
With qualifications in these areas you can pursue a range of careers in the building sector.
Building, Design and Drafting Electrical Engineering
Create a professional career in the architectural, building and Prepare yourself for a career in the vital and growing sector
construction industry. Our training enables you to develop of electrical engineering, dealing with the generation,
practical and transferable skills in design and construction. distribution, and use of electric power in a range of industries,
Learn the skills required of an architectural drafter or building including electricity generation and distribution, production
designer in residential, commercial and industrial projects. line processing, mining and other industrial and commercial
industries.
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 23BUSINESS AND MARKETING
PUT YOUR IDEAS TO WORK IN A RANGE OF BUSINESS-ORIENTED CAREERS
TAFE SA business and marketing courses can open the door to careers in a number of fields.
Whether you’re interested in the management of money, people or projects, you’ll gain the skills
and knowledge you need to thrive.
With the right qualifications, you could start your own business or work in government, banks,
and small or large enterprises. You can continue to build your skills with higher level qualifications,
or go on to further study at university.
Accounting Management
TAFE SA accounting courses will help you develop the skills Leaders and managers provide strategic leadership as they
and knowledge to work in a variety of financial services oversee the direction of an organisation and the work of
positions. You will learn how to maintain financial and tax others. Our qualifications in leadership and human resources
records, process journal entries, prepare financial reports, management will provide you with the knowledge and skills
process payroll, communicate and use technology in the required to succeed as a leader at a managerial level.
workplace and resolve customer complaints.
Marketing
Business and Administration
TAFE SA marketing courses will equip you for an exciting
TAFE SA business qualifications can lead you to career through learning the principles of successful marketing
administrative and business management careers in a range and customer service skills and challenge you to think outside
of industries. Courses cover topics such as customer service, of the box. Gain practical marketing skills that managers
business administration, small business, record keeping use in cutting edge businesses today, including change
and international business. There are also opportunities to management, strategic marketing planning and international
participate in TAFE SA’s Simulated Business Environment. marketing.
This exposes you to real-life organisational operations, where
you’ll learn vital business and technical skills in a hands-on,
practical way as you gain work-ready skills and highly sought-
after workplace experience.
You’ll experience what it is like to work in various business
functions, from administration to sales and marketing, finance
and purchasing.
24 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDECOMMUNITY SERVICES
HELP TO BUILD STRONG, RESILIENT COMMUNITIES
Community services are fundamental issues for societies and governments, and there is constant
demand for knowledgeable, qualified staff. With TAFE SA community services qualifications, you
can pursue a career in early childhood care and community services.
Children’s Education and Care
Work with children from birth to preschool age with a
rewarding career in early childhood and child care. Our
programs provide graduates with the relevant formal
requirements for employment in the industry, and skills to
support the implementation of approved learning frameworks,
children’s wellbeing, learning and development.
Community and Family Services
TAFE SA community and family services graduates can
pursue careers in community development. The community
services sector includes roles with children, older people and
people with disabilities, as well as refugees and people in
need of advocacy.
You could also find employment delivering recreation,
education or employment programs that benefit communities.
EDUCATION AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE
LEARN ENGLISH AND HELP OTHERS TO LEARN AND UNDERSTAND
TAFE SA education and language courses focus on developing the skills essential for success
in our society. Whether you’re learning how to express yourself or helping others to do so, these
courses can provide the knowledge you need to take the next step in your studies or for your career.
English as a Second Language English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas
If you need to improve your English skills to gain employment Students (ELICOS)
or admission into further study or training, our nationally Please see pages 18-21 for extensive detail on TAFE SA’s
accredited courses are for you. They are run through ELICOS courses.
the English Language Centre and focus on a student’s
individual language needs, incorporating speaking, listening,
reading and writing. You may also like to explore a career in
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL),
designing and delivering an English language training
program for learners from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse
backgrounds (CALD).
TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 25HAIR AND BEAUTY APPLY YOUR CREATIVITY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS TO A CAREER IN THE HAIR AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY If you are creative, have a passion for colour, style and beauty, and are interested in being a beauty therapist, hairdresser, barber, spa therapist, nail technician or make-up artist, you may be interested in our range of hair and beauty courses. We offer real-world salon experience and the chance to make connections within the industry to prepare you for a career in the hair and beauty industry, such as hair cutting, face shaving, body treatments, spa therapy, facials and massage. Beauty Therapy Hairdressing Barbering and Styling If you would like a career as a make-up artist, nail Our courses will prepare you for a career in the hairdressing technician or beauty therapist we offer highly practical and or barbering industry, usually in a barber shop or salon. You comprehensive courses. Learn and practise your skills in our will learn a range of skills and techniques in grooming, haircut professional salon environment working on real clients. Our structures, shaving heads and faces, while working and courses are designed to meet your area of expertise, whether learning in the TAFE SA salons – which are fully simulated to its make-up, nails, facials and skin care, body massage, spa reflect commercially operating salons. therapies or anti-ageing facial treatments. 26 TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE
HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE WORK TOWARDS A HEALTHIER COMMUNITY If you are interested in the health and wellbeing of others, a career in health may be right for you. As governments and communities place increasing importance on well-trained staff to work in residential, community and home settings, high-quality, industry-recognised training is essential. Pursue a career in nursing, dental health, complementary healthcare services such as massage therapy and reflexology, or primary health and wellbeing. Complementary Health Nursing Complementary health covers a range of natural therapies In a TAFE SA nursing course you’ll learn about contemporary such as massage and reflexology that aim to alleviate a nursing practice, law and ethics, anatomy and physiology. variety of symptoms and assist with general health and Other topics include acute and chronic health disorders, wellbeing. Many complementary therapies are recognised clinical nursing skills and medication management. Study in by medical professionals as part of an integrated approach this area can lead to a qualification as an Enrolled Nurse (EN), to healthcare. Practitioners work in a range of healthcare enabling you to provide nursing care in hospitals, aged-care settings, from homebased clinics to hospitals. facilities and other health care settings. Dental Wellbeing Dental care has moved from a focus on repairing cavities and Underpinned by the latest research in positive psychology, decay to proactive, preventative measures. Dental hygienists, our courses in wellbeing are interactive and practical to equip assistants, technicians and prosthetics work closely with you with knowledge and skills applicable in personal and dentists in the care and treatment of patients’ teeth, gums professional settings. and oral cavities. As the population ages and people become more aware of the value of their teeth, dental workers continue to be in demand. Our courses will ensure you are industry ready as we use a flexible learning and assessment approach that reflects current science and practice in dentistry. TAFE SA | INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 27
HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
BUILD A SATISFYING CAREER IN HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
Food, drink, travel and tourism are always in demand, leading to a growing range of career
opportunities. The TAFE SA Regency International Centre delivers a range of hospitality, travel
and tourism courses to prepare you for careers in food production and preparation, such as
cookery, patisserie and baking. We also have courses in event management and customer
service. If people skills are your strength, a front-of-house role in a hospitality or travel business
might be for you.
Our training restaurants like TIROS and Graduates at Regency enable students from a range of
our courses to gain industry experience in a fully operational commercial setting. Students carry
out all aspects of restaurant operations, including front-of-house, back-of-house, kitchen duties,
patisserie and bakery shop-fronts and more.
Baking and Patisserie
TAFE SA baking courses cover all areas of sweet and
savoury baked goods production. Learn how to make cakes,
sponges, bread and pastry. Other topics include biscuits,
meringues and cake decorating. Graduates can pursue
careers in international hotels, catering firms, bakeries,
restaurants, cafés, cake franchises and hospitals.
Cookery
TAFE SA cookery qualifications offer a world of opportunities
for cooks and kitchen hands. You can learn how to
prepare a huge variety of dishes using meat, seafood,
poultry, vegetables and fruit. Our courses also cover
menu development, dietary requirements and food safety.
Graduates can expect to work with people from all over
the world and experience many types of food preparation
techniques.
Event Management
Hospitality
Events management is a growing industry in Australia and
trained professionals are in demand. Learn how to manage Hospitality is a varied industry where specialist staff are
events ranging from private and business functions, to always in demand in hotels, restaurants, cafés, banqueting or
corporate meetings and conferences, to festivals and catering businesses. Gain skills in hospitality, focusing on bar,
exhibitions. Our event management qualifications will help food and wine service, and cover advanced topics such as
you succeed with first-class skills in organisation, planning marketing, finance and human resource management.
and attention to detail.
Meat Processing
Food Technology Graduates of our meat processing courses pursue careers
Graduating from our food technology courses gives you a with butchers, meat wholesalers and abattoirs. TAFE SA meat
stepping stone to technical and management roles in the processing courses cover selecting, cutting, trimming, preparing
food processing industry. Food science and technology and displaying meat for sale. Other topics include hygiene and
covers all areas of food production including dairy, cheese sanitation, knife sharpening and humane animal handling.
making, retail meat butchery, meat processing, baking,
brewing and beverages. Laboratory operations involve the Tourism
chemical and microbiological testing of food and testing
the functionality of ingredients that have recently become Tourism is a global career – jobs in travel and tourism are
available. found wherever tourists want to go. Our tourism courses
focus on experiential learning in and out of the classroom,
where field trips and excursions provide a hands-on
experience of the industry. Courses include studies in tourism
development, tour guiding, provision of visitor information,
travel, sales, marketing and tourism operations.
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