TAFE South Australia

TAFE SA is South Australia?s largest vocational education and training (VET) provider and one of the largest in Australia and is a registered higher education provider. The institute gives students choice and flexibility. Students can choose from more than 100 courses and follow pathways within their own areas of study or to university. TAFE SA is regarded as students? practical pathway to the career they want.

The lecturers at TAFE SA are all highly experienced, and they are active in their fields of expertise. The teaching methods blend theory with hands-on, practical learning using industry-standard facilities and technology, so when students complete their course, they are job-ready. Many of institution courses include industry work placements as part of the course program. These work placements give students first-hand experience of the workplace, allowing them to test their skills and make valuable industry contacts.

TAFE SA?s campuses feature specialized training facilities equipped with industry standard equipment and technology. Training facilities include workshops, studios, computer suites, restaurants and kitchens, theatres, nursing wards, dental clinics, hair and beauty salons, industry simulators, laboratories and veterinary surgery. Campuses also provide student facilities including libraries with computers and study rooms, cafeterias and food preparation areas and student common areas.

Adelaide is one of the world?s most liveable and loveable cities. Surrounded by rolling hills and endless sandy beaches, the city is beautiful, friendly, safe and affordable. People from more than 125 nations live in Adelaide, making it a welcoming and multicultural city. Adelaide has a strong and growing reputation as an education city. In addition to TAFE SA, it is home to six world-leading universities: Flinders University, The University of Adelaide, the University of South Australia, Carnegie Mellon University, Torrens University Australia and CQ University Australia.