Certificate and Diploma courses
All courses offered by TAFE NSW Institutes are nationally recognised through the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
TAFE NSW Institutes offer a range of nationally recognised qualifications including Certificates, Diplomas and Advanced Diploma courses.
Nationally recognised qualifications measure up to rigorous national standards, and ensure that employers and training organisations throughout Australia understand what a particular qualification means, what you've learnt and what your skills are.
Courses generally form a study pathway to higher levels to give you the opportunity to reach your academic goals faster.
Click a qualification below to see a full list of courses at that level offered by TAFE NSW Institutes.
| Australian Qualifications Framework | |
|---|---|
| Educational qualifications | Sector offering qualifications |
| Bachelor Degree | TAFE NSW Institutes and Universities |
| Associate Degree | |
| Advanced Diploma | TAFE NSW Institutes |
| Diploma | |
| Certificate 4 | |
| Certificate 3 | |
| Certificate 2 | |
How to apply for a course
To apply for a TAFE NSW course, follow the steps below.
Before you apply
Make sure that your academic results and English level meet the entry requirements for your selected course.
Some courses have a prerequisite (previous course) as an entry requirement. If you do not meet the academic requirements, you might like to consider a lower level course (for example, a Certificate course instead of a Diploma course).
If you do not meet the English competency requirements, you can choose to study intensive English at a TAFE NSW English Language Centre before you start your course.
How to apply
Complete an application
You can apply online or download, complete and sign an application form – a parent must sign the application form if you are under 18 years of age.
| TAFE NSW Institutes | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course | Application form | |||
| English Language, Certificate or Diploma courses | Download (pdf 371 KB) | |||
| Degree courses | Download (pdf 362 KB) | |||
Apply online
Click on the 'Apply online' button on course or package pages to submit an online application.
If you have already started an online application you can check its progress by logging in to the online application system
Some courses require that you complete additional entry requirements e.g. submit an essay or portfolio of work along with your application. You cannot apply online for courses that require a portfolio.
Online applications are not yet available for Degree courses.
Complete and sign the application form. Be sure you read and understand the Terms and Conditions.
Courses
International students can choose from over 300 courses in Sydney and regional locations.
Search from
Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Bachelor Degree.
Select from these options to see which courses meet your needs.
For further general information about qualifications, work placement, articulation, facilities and equipment, assessment methods and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) visit about TAFE NSW.
Certificate and Diploma courses
Do you need help?
Ask a question online or contact
DEC International or an authorised agent
for help with choosing a TAFE NSW course or enrolling.
Downloads
Find out about TAFE NSW Institutes, study options, the study experience, and how to apply.
Full Course List 2013
Brochure and Course Guide
English courses
Certificate & Diploma courses
Higher Education Flyer
Associate Degree of Accounting Flyer
Degree courses
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Agent search
DEC International has a worldwide network of representative agents who can help you complete and submit your application to study.
These representatives must provide you with accurate and up-to date information and advice regarding programs, courses, application procedures, living and studying in Australia. They can also assist with your visa application. If you wish to apply through an agent it is recommended that you use an agent on this list. If you choose to use another agent who is not published on this list, then TAFE NSW is not responsible for the accuracy of the advice provided to you.
TAFE NSW English Language Centre agents
TAFE NSW English Language Centres also engage agent representatives and details of these agents can be found on the English Language pages for each of the listed Institutes. These agents may recruit students for intensive English language courses but not for any other courses at TAFE NSW.
- Crows Nest (Northern Sydney Institute)
- Kingscliff (North Coast Institute)
- Liverpool (South Western Sydney Institute)
- Newcastle (Hunter Institute)
- Port Macquarie (North Coast Institute)
- Ultimo (Sydney Institute)
- Wollongong (Illawarra Institute)
