TAFE NSW

Location Dubbo
Established 1833
Famous For Vocational Education, Trades

Overview

Technical and Further Education New South Wales (TAFE NSW) is NSW’s public provider of vocational education and training, developing the next generation of professionals with skills and knowledge necessary for career success. TAFE NSW is known for collaborating with industry and the local community to help students meet the skill needs of the future workforce.

Study options at TAFE NSW include:

  • Short courses for students interested in upskilling, retraining, exploring a passion, or uncovering a hidden talent 
  • Diplomas for students keen on obtaining advanced technical skills in a chosen field 
  • Degrees for students looking to pursue advanced academic studies in a chosen field 
  • Apprenticeships and traineeships for students interested in developing practical skills while learning to become a tradesperson 

The institute also offers additional skill development opportunities like work placements, where students can develop their skills in a real-world workplace environment. Students can use these opportunities to build valuable industry contacts that could lead to further career opportunities. 

Demonstrating the quality of the nationally recognised training it delivers, TAFE NSW boasts a 90% graduate satisfaction rate and an 80% employer satisfaction rate. The institute also provides training for eight of the top 10 occupation areas predicted to have the greatest growth over the next five years.

CRICOS code: 00591E

Services for International Students

TAFE NSW offers help to students to thrive in their studies and to improve their wellbeing. International students are supported by the college’s International Customer Experience Team, which organises pre-arrival for students, as well as orientation. The team is ready to answer any questions international students may have about studies and visa obligations, helping to resolve any challenges that may arise during their studies. 

TAFE NSW’s counselling and career development service is free and confidential, designed to help students employ strategies to get the most from their academics and their chosen careers. The institute also provides valuable learning support through 24/7 access to LinkedIn Learning, via Smarthinking that connects students to subject specialists, and its Read & Write App.

Accommodation

There are many types of accommodation available for students in New South Wales, allowing them to choose the best option by considering costs, the proximity of the location to campus, and access to public transport and amenities. 

Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), known simply as student accommodation, can usually be found close to campus. This type of student housing allows students to rent their bedroom and share common areas like kitchens and the laundry. Living in purpose-built student accommodation can give students a sense of community and provide opportunities to make new friends.

About Location

TAFE NSW is a decentralised vocational education and training provider with multiple campuses located throughout New South Wales, Australia. Campuses are equipped with facilities to help students develop skills in trades, technology, healthcare, or a creative field. Specialised facilities at TAFE NSW campuses include bricklaying workshops, training cafes, simulated rigging work sites, maritime simulators, and a simulated hospital setting.

Additionally, the campuses offer plenty of study areas for students, as well as spaces where they can network, socialise, or hang out with friends. These include cafés, gyms, bookshops, galleries and exhibition spaces, areas for student bands, and barbecues. 

International students arriving in New South Wales can plan their travel to the Sydney International Airport, where a variety of transportation options, like taxis, trains, and abuse,s can take them to their accommodation or campus.

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