Student Services
TAFE NSW Institutes provide a range of help and services to make sure that your study and life experience in Sydney and New South Wales is as enjoyable as possible.
International Student Coordinator
Every TAFE NSW Institute has dedicated and supportive staff who understand the needs of international students.
An International Student Coordinator is available at each TAFE NSW college to assist you if you have any questions about your studies, college services, or if you are experiencing any problems or difficulties. Your International Student Coordinator can also refer you on to other support services at your college if you need them.
The name of your International Student Coordinator is provided with your offer letter for admission. He or she will organise your orientation program when you arrive at college.
Other support and counselling services
Educational
- Study skills programs
- Tutorial support for individuals and groups
- Counselling – this could be for career advice, or any study problems, exam anxiety, learning difficulties, or stress management
- English language support at individual learning centres
Careers
- Career and education planning
- Course selection advice
- Assistance with job search, resume writing and interview skills
Personal
- Counselling to help you deal with relationships, homesickness, financial, legal and health issues, or any emergency situations. We can also provide information about community resources and government agencies.
Student Associations
Student associations are the focus for student community life at TAFE NSW Institutes and will help you to quickly get involved at your college and meet other students. There's a small joining fee (about A$10 per year) but there are lots of benefits and student discount offers as soon as you join.
Benefits include:
- Discounts on movie or theatre tickets
- Discount internet access
- Sport and gymnasium facilities
- Weekend trips
- Band competitions
- On-campus entertainment
- On-campus shopping
- Film and processing
- Photocopying, laminating and binding
- Many other services
Childcare
Many TAFE NSW campuses have childcare centres which are used by teachers, students and the community. Your child (aged from baby to 5 years of age) can be left with qualified early childhood staff and will enjoy a program of play and learning activities while you attend your classes.
Childcare costs range from approximately A$28 - A$45 per day.
Arrival Services
TAFE NSW provides a range of arrival services including Airport Reception service, Accommodation Placement service and Orientation Programs. For more information about these services, see the Getting Here section of this website.
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