TAFE Queensland Gold Coast

Aviation Partnership

TAFE Queensland and Aviation Australia are set to become the leading provider of training for the aviation and aerospace industries in both the Australian and international markets.

Aviation Australia is a partner to over 60 airlines and aerospace companies, governments, defence forces and regulatory authorities, with over 1,000 graduates working worldwide.

Aviation Australia’s Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering training is approved and recognised by both the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) for the purposes of aircraft maintenance engineer licensing. Mechanical Diploma students learn the skills to maintain jet engines, brake and undercarriage systems, structural components, cabin pressurisation, fuel and pneumatic components, flight controls, hydraulics and much more.

Aviation Australia’s state-of-the-art Technical Training Centre features a world-class hangar and a comprehensive range of aircraft.

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At TAFE Queensland, practical, job-focused training is at the core of everything. Its programmes are designed in consultation with employers to ensure they align with the latest industry standards and its students graduate job-ready.

Its qualifications are recognised across Australia and respected worldwide. It offers a broad range of study options across certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree and bachelor degree level qualifications.

Training is offered through a variety of modes. Most courses are delivered through face-to-face teaching with lessons held in modern classrooms, laboratories and workshops.

Classes can also include:

• On-campus simulated workplaces
• Work experience or work placement
• Supervised study time with a teacher

Its programmes are taught by experienced teachers, who are passionate about sharing their industry knowledge with the next generation of professionals.

The teaching style at TAFE Queensland may be different to what students are familiar with. Interaction between students, their peers, and teaching staff is encouraged and the relationship between student and teacher may be more informal than they are used to. For example, it's acceptable and even encouraged for students to raise their hand and interrupt their teacher to ask a question. Students may also be asked to do group work or give a presentation in class.

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TAFE Queensland is committed to providing international students with the practical skills they need to do extraordinary things.

TAFE Queensland covers many regions that stretch from the far north to the south-east corner of the state. Its locations in coastal, regional and metropolitan areas mean students can choose the location that suits them.

At TAFE Queensland, students will gain hands-on experience in modern classrooms, laboratories and workshops using state-of-the-art facilities, materials and systems used in industry.

There are over 180 courses across 15 study areas for students to choose from.

Its courses are assessed in various ways. Throughout their course, students may complete a variety of tasks including class work, assignments, practical components and project work. They may be assessed using a combination of these tasks, continuous assessment and examinations. Assessment may be based on competency, marks and grades, or a combination of both.

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English language requirements

There is a minimum level of English language skills that are required to study at TAFE Queensland for international students who do not speak English as their first language, which are as follows:

Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Overall 5.5 (with no score lower than 5.0)

Undergraduate programmes

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Overall 6.5 (with no score lower than 6.0)

Many programmes and some passport nationalities may require higher IELTS (Academic) than the minimum of IELTS 5.5 and/or include specific sub-score requirements.

Applicants are required to meet at least one of the English language entry requirements listed in the equivalencies table.

Students who don't meet any listed requirements may enrol in one of the intensive English language training programmes. Also, have a look at country-specific academic entry requirements…

• Students must first select their programme and the campus in which they would like to study.

They must then check…

• English language entry requirements
  ​Academic entry requirements
• Key dates
• Statement of purpose
• Students must prepare their certified supporting documents.
• Students must submit their application and supporting documents through the online application portal, or if they are from any of these countries. they must submit their application through one of TAFE Queensland’s registered agents.
• Once students receive their letter of offer, they must accept and pay for their offer. They must note the expiry date for acceptance.
• Students must receive their Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE - required for visa lodgement).
• They must then apply for their visa. International student visa applicants under the age of 18 will only be accepted where they demonstrate that they will be accompanied by a parent, legal custodian or a suitable relative who is aged 21 or over.

TAFE Queensland Global Engagement is committed to developing international partnerships by expanding and strengthening its global networks.

Some of its international partnerships are…

China

• Shanghai Polytechnic University
• Qilu Normal University
• Qingyuan Polytechnic
• Xingtai University
• Shanghai Information Technology College
• Guangzhou Huashang Vocational College
• Hunan Urban Construction College
• Jinan Engineering Vocational Technical College
• Wenzhou Vocational and Technical College
• Shanghai Commercial Accounting School
• Shandong Technician Institute
• Peking University
• Zhejiang Department of Education
• Beijing Municipal Commission of Economy and Information Technology
• Shanghai Municipal Education Commission
• Guangdong Department of Labour and Social Security

Chile

• Centro de Entrenamiento Industrial Y Minero's (CEIM)

Colombia

• Servicio Nacional de Aprendizaje (SENA)

India

• Australian Retail College

Indonesia

• Ministry of Home Affairs
• Ministry of Religious Affair
• Ministry of Manpower

Korea

• Gyeonggsangnam-do Education Office
• Incheon Electronic Meister High School
• Neolanids Office of Education
• Jeollabukdo Office of Education
• Daejeon's Metropolitan City Office of Education