TAFE South Australia is owned and operated by the Government of South Australia

This means that your investment is secure and the quality of your education is guaranteed.

TAFE South Australia gets results

Over the last decade, TAFE South Australia has helped more than one million students to become successful. Research has shown that 91% of graduates either go on to university or find a job once they have completed their TAFE South Australia qualification.

Universities all over Australia recognise and value TAFE South Australia qualifications

Studying at TAFE South Australia can help you to gain a place at a university in Australia. TAFE qualifications often exceed university entrance requirements, meaning that a TAFE South Australia Diploma may count towards the first year of a Bachelor degree, and an Advanced Diploma towards a year and a half. TAFE South Australia graduates are seen as having valuable academic and industry skills as well as the extra maturity needed to be successful as a degree student.

A TAFE South Australia Diploma plus a university degree makes for a successful career

Studying a TAFE South Australia Diploma will give you something that many university degrees don't provide - real industry or workplace skills. Once you have combined these skills with a university degree, you will have the extra edge you need to gain the job and salary you desire.

Small classes provide big benefits

At TAFE South Australia, class sizes are kept to an average of 15 to 25 students per class. This means that the lecturer is able to give you more personal attention, assistance and encouragement, making your study experience more rewarding.

Courses are kept relevant by industry and universities

Courses at TAFE South Australia are created for students who want to gain jobs in their chosen fields, from business to mining, information technology to tourism, hospitality to agriculture. To keep courses relevant to modern workplaces, TAFE South Australia consults regularly with industry leaders to make sure students are learning what they will need once they are working in the industry.

TAFE South Australia also consults with senior university academics to ensure that courses continue to result in graduates that are valued by universities.

The right place to learn English

English is essential in today's business world. TAFE South Australia requires a 5.5 International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score for entry to most courses, but gives you the opportunity to improve your spoken and written English by studying an English course before you commence your formal qualification. TAFE South Australia's English courses are among Australia's best, allowing you to focus on a particular area, such as English for business or English for hospitality and tourism.

While you are in Australia, you will probably speak English most of the time both in and outside class, allowing you to perfect your language skills in preparation for employment or university.

Support whenever you need it

From the day you land at the airport until the day you are awarded your qualification, there are lecturers and counsellors ready to help you. You can get help with finding accommodation when you first arrive and with meeting new friends through social and sporting programs. During your study there will be people to help you with any learning or language difficulties and to give you advice on career choices. If you experience financial, health or personal problems, our counsellors are ready to help you.

A great chance to gain permanent residency

Adelaide is the only mainland capital city in Australia that has regional status. This means that you have a greater chance of eventually gaining permanent residency by studying in South Australia. The permanent residency points system below details the points you will accumulate just by studying at TAFE South Australia, depending on which area you intend to study in.