Study Options
You may already have some ideas about which field or course you’d like to study, and the features that are important to you in a tertiary institution or campus. Nevertheless, it is important to take some time to research your options before you make a final decision. With such a wide variety of institutions, qualifications and modes of delivery available, you could discover a perfect course that you never knew existed.
This section explains more about the different types of institutions you can study at, the various qualifications you can work towards, and options for studying off-campus through distance and online learning, or combining work and study through a paid apprenticeship.
Three types of tertiary education providers
Tertiary institutions come in all shapes and sizes. So, it’s not just a matter of finding out what you want to study and where, but also deciding on the way you want to approach your learning experiences. This means choosing between three main types of tertiary institutions … Read more about the different types of education providers.
Tertiary qualifications
If you don't know the difference between the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education and an advanced diploma, worry not. There is a structured framework of accredited secondary and tertiary qualifications in Australia, which will help you to understand … Read more about tertiary qualifications .
Going to university
A university degree is a prerequisite for many career paths and professions. However, you should look at university as an exciting experience as well as a way to ensure you end up getting a job. University is a time for all students, whether they are fresh school leavers or mature adults, to explore interests and experience independent learning … Read more about the university experience .
What is VET?
Vocational Education and Training (also known as VET) is education and training that focuses on providing skills for work … Read more about VET study .
What is TAFE?
Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutes offer practically oriented Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses that are designed to give students the appropriate skills, training and qualifications they need for the workforce
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Australian Apprenticeships
For practical, skill-driven career seekers, Australian Apprenticeships will definitely appeal, with their hands-on focus and diverse range of career paths. There are currently around 400,000 apprentices of all ages and interests qualifying in around 500 specialised fields. They work with employers and undertake training to learn exactly what they need to know and how to put it into practice … Read more about Australian Apprenticeships .
Distance and online education
Getting a qualification does not have to mean changing your lifestyle or location. If you can’t get to the classroom every day, you still have plenty of options for further study. Distance education means that you do your course wherever and whenever it is convenient … Read more about distance and online education options .
