TAFE February intake

Apply directly to Swinburne by either:

Downloading a direct application form, fill it in and send it back to us, or completing our online application form and apply with no paperwork.

• How to apply

Choose the style of learning that suits you.

TAFE certificates to diplomas across a wide variety of areas:

• Apprenticeships and Traineeships
• Business, Commerce and Management
• Engineering and Technology
• English Language and Preparatory Education programs
• Health and Community Services
• Horticulture and Environment
• Information and Communication Technologies
• Science
• Sustainability

TAFE certificates: skills, trades and training for the workplace.

Diploma and advanced diploma: applied learning and a pathway to university.

Guaranteed Entry Scheme

Rankings and recognition

Flexible study options: online, blended learning, workplace delivery, part-time study

Dual-sector institution

Vibrant campuses: Hawthorn, Prahran, Lilydale, Croydon, and Wantirna.

• More reasons to choose Swinburne

TAFE

The Victorian Government offers subsidised places for students who meet the eligibility criteria.

Tuition and amenities fees depend on the course and eligibility for government-subsidised fees.

Some courses have materials and ancillary fees to cover the costs of materials you’ll use.

VET FEE-Help is a loan scheme available to those students who pay full fees.

• More details

On-the-job experience, informal training or previous study may count towards Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Apply for:

• Paid work
• Volunteer work
• Formal study not completed

• RPL and credit exemptions

Swinburne offers pathways across our TAFE and university courses.

Progress through certificate and diploma levels or make the most of our Guaranteed Entry Scheme (GES).

TAFE studies act as credit, fast-tracking you into the later stages of a degree.

• Pathways and GES

• Career and personal counselling
• Resume checking
• Employment help
• Financial services
• Time management advice
• Health services
• Student equity
• Disability services

• Find out more

Learners aged 14 – 25

First Stop is a free service for younger students who aren’t studying or working and are looking for advice about further education, training and employment. First Stop provides personalised assistance to young students and their parents interested in a TAFE apprenticeship or traineeship.

Learners over 40

Tap into Training (TAPiT) provides free assistance to mature students or sole parents looking to re-enter the workforce and gain new skills. TAPiT can provide you personalised course advice and help with your application and enrolment.