About the university
TAFE NSW is the New South Wales Government's technical and further education provider, with more than 30 locations across the state. For international students it offers vocational certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas, its own bachelor's degrees (business, applied commerce, IT, early childhood, design and more) and English courses. Ultimo, in central Sydney, hosts many of its international courses, and the IT degrees are taught at Meadowbank.
Indian students look at TAFE NSW for practical, lower-cost routes into nursing, early childhood, cookery and hospitality, engineering and IT, often as a pathway to a university degree. As a public provider it is not in world university rankings. Fees below come from TAFE NSW's 2027 International Student Guide; course pages show a fee range, so check the fee for your start date.
- Type
- Public (NSW Government) vocational and higher education provider; TAFE NSW calls itself Australia's largest government VET provider
- Codes
- RTO 90003; CRICOS 00591E; higher education provider PRV12049
- Locations
- More than 30 locations across New South Wales (38 campuses in the international location filter), including Ultimo in central Sydney
- Intakes
- Mostly February and July; some courses have mid-semester intakes
- Graduate satisfaction
- 89% satisfied with training quality; 88% would recommend TAFE NSW (TAFE NSW's own figures in the 2027 guide)
- Courses
- Certificates III and IV, diplomas, advanced diplomas and bachelor's degrees, plus English courses
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber and Network Security)
- Fee / year
- A$25,200
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- February; July
- English
- Set by TAFE NSW as an IELTS Academic equivalent; check the course page
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Information Technology (Data Engineering)
- Fee / year
- A$25,200
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- February; July
- English
- Set by TAFE NSW as an IELTS Academic equivalent; check the course page
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$19,573
- Duration
- 1.5 years
- Intakes
- Varies by campus
- English
- IELTS 7.0 level, meeting the AHPRA nursing registration standard (PTE 63 with section minimums for tests from 23 April 2026)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$19,280
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- February; July
- English
- Set by TAFE NSW as an IELTS Academic equivalent; check the course page
- Undergraduate
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)
- Fee / year
- A$26,340
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- February; July
- English
- Set by TAFE NSW as an IELTS Academic equivalent; check the course page
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Hospitality Management (SIT50422)
- Fee / year
- A$20,040
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- Varies by campus
- English
- Set by TAFE NSW as an IELTS Academic equivalent; check the course page
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth-5)
- Fee / year
- A$16,880
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- February; July
- English
- IELTS 6.5 level (no band below 6.0) or equivalent
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Information Technology
- Fee / year
- A$30,160
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- February; July
- English
- Set by TAFE NSW as an IELTS Academic equivalent; check the course page
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AUD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber and Network Security) | 3 years | A$25,200 | ≈ ₹16.4 lakh |
| Bachelor of Information Technology (Data Engineering) | 3 years | A$25,200 | ≈ ₹16.4 lakh |
| Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) | 1.5 years | A$19,573 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| Bachelor of Business | 3 years | A$19,280 | ≈ ₹12.5 lakh |
| Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521) | 1 year | A$26,340 | ≈ ₹17.1 lakh |
| Diploma of Hospitality Management (SIT50422) | 1 year | A$20,040 | ≈ ₹13 lakh |
| Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth-5) | 4 years | A$16,880 | ≈ ₹11 lakh |
| Diploma of Information Technology | 1 year | A$30,160 | ≈ ₹19.6 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at TAFE NSW with similar universities in Australia.
Scholarships
- UG
15% Higher Education Scholarship
Value: 15% credit on higher education tuition each semester (A$1,000 credit for selective courses)
Eligibility: International students in TAFE NSW higher education courses starting in Semester 2, 2026 or Semester 1, 2027; merit-assessed. Closes 5pm AEST on the course start date in your offer.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - UG
A$500 Vocational Course Scholarship
Value: A$500 credit on vocational tuition
Eligibility: Selected vocational courses starting in Semester 2, 2026 or Semester 1, 2027; merit-assessed.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Each qualification has its own academic requirement. TAFE NSW publishes an Academic Requirements by Country PDF with the Class 10 and Class 12 percentages it accepts from Indian boards.
- Some courses also need a portfolio, skills assessment or questionnaire; see the course page.
- The Diploma of Nursing requires English at the AHPRA nursing registration standard.
Postgraduate
- TAFE NSW does not list master's degrees for international students. Graduates can still apply for its diplomas or bachelor's degrees, and may receive credit for earlier study.
Documents
- Online international application
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets (and degree records if you have them)
- English test result
- Portfolio or skills assessment where the course asks for one
- Overseas Student Health Cover (TAFE NSW recommends Medibank)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Each course is set at an IELTS level from 5.0 to 7.0. For example, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care is at 6.5 (no band below 6.0) and the Diploma of Nursing is at 7.0. |
| PTE Academic | 47 for the IELTS 6.0 level, 58 for 6.5, and 63 with section minimums for 7.0 (tests from 23 April 2026). |
| TOEFL iBT | 67 for the IELTS 6.0 level, 79 for 6.5 and 91 for 7.0 (tests from 23 April 2026), with section minimums. |
| Duolingo | Not listed in TAFE NSW's English Language Requirements PDF. |
| TAFE NSW English courses | Completing a TAFE NSW English course (A$340 a week when packaged with a main course) meets the English entry requirement of TAFE NSW courses. |
Accommodation and living costs
TAFE NSW has no student housing of its own. Its accommodation page lists homestay providers, purpose-built student housing (Iglu, Aspen, Scape, UniLodge), short stays and private rentals, but no prices. A rental bond is usually four weeks' rent.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
TAFE NSW has more than 30 locations across New South Wales; international courses are spread across Sydney and regional campuses.
- Ultimo, in central Sydney, hosts many business, IT, engineering and hospitality courses.
- Meadowbank teaches the Bachelor of IT degrees; Randwick teaches dental and some health courses.
- Regional campuses include Newcastle (Tighes Hill), Wollongong, Albury, Armidale and Wagga Wagga.
- Hospitality students train in TAFE NSW-run restaurants at their campus.
Careers and graduate outcomes
TAFE NSW courses are built around work placements and industry skills. The figures below are TAFE NSW's own survey results from its 2027 International Student Guide. See our Australia guide for work and post-study work rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduates satisfied with training quality | 89% | TAFE NSW 2027 International Student Guide |
| Employer satisfaction | 83% | TAFE NSW 2027 International Student Guide |
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FAQs
How much does TAFE NSW cost for Indian students?
In the 2027 International Student Guide, the Diploma of Nursing is A$29,360 in total (1.5 years), the Bachelor of Business A$57,840 (3 years), the Bachelor of IT (Cyber and Network Security) A$75,600 (3 years) and the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management A$26,340 (1 year).
When are TAFE NSW intakes?
Most international courses start in February and July. Some courses have mid-semester intakes or start dates that vary by campus.
What IELTS score does TAFE NSW need?
It depends on the course, from IELTS 5.0 to 7.0. Early childhood degrees need 6.5 and the Diploma of Nursing needs 7.0. PTE and TOEFL iBT are also accepted.
Does TAFE NSW offer scholarships?
Yes. For Semester 2, 2026 and Semester 1, 2027 it offers a 15% credit on higher education tuition and A$500 for selected vocational courses, both merit-assessed.
Sources
- TAFE NSW International: home (opens in a new tab)
- TAFE NSW 2027 International Student Guide (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- TAFE NSW: English Language Requirements (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- TAFE NSW: international entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- TAFE NSW: Academic Requirements by Country (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- TAFE NSW: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- TAFE NSW: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- TAFE NSW: Diploma of Nursing (opens in a new tab)
- TAFE NSW: Bachelor of Business (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.tafensw.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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