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Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)

TAFE Queensland · Brisbane, Australia · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

1 year 6 months

Tuition / year

A$22,200 (≈ ₹14.4 lakh)

Intakes

January; July

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Course overview

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in hospitality & tourism at TAFE Queensland in Brisbane, Australia. It takes 1 year 6 months, with intakes in January; July.

TAFE Queensland is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityTAFE Queensland (Public)
LocationBrisbane, Australia
CourseCertificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaHospitality & Tourism
Duration1 year 6 months
Tuition per yearA$22,200 (≈ ₹14.4 lakh)
IntakesJanuary; July
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5)

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is A$22,200 a year, about ₹14.4 lakh.

TAFE Queensland international price list (updated 13 October 2026, 2027 start dates), cost shown as the total for the course: A$33,300 for the 1.5-year course, so A$33,300 ÷ 1.5 = A$22,200 a year

Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Job roles

  • Hotel manager
  • Event manager
  • Restaurant manager
  • Conference centre manager
  • Accommodation manager
  • Tour manager

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Marriott
  • Hilton
  • IHG
  • Hyatt
  • Accor
  • Fairmont
  • Meliá Hotels International
  • Whitbread
  • TUI
  • Emirates Group

Eligibility

General entry requirements at TAFE Queensland for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Certificate III: Year 10 or equivalent (Class 10 from CBSE, ICSE or a State Board).
  • Certificate IV, diploma and advanced diploma: Year 12 or equivalent. For Indian applicants, TAFE Queensland lists the CBSE Senior School Certificate with English at 70% or above and three other subjects at 65% or above.
  • Some courses have quotas or extra requirements; check the course brochure.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5).

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS AcademicCertificates III and IV, diplomas and advanced diplomas: 6.0 with no band below 5.5. Associate degree: 6.0 with Writing 6.0. Bachelor's and postgraduate: 6.5 with no band below 6.0. Some courses ask for more.
PTE / TOEFL / CambridgeAccepted through TAFE Queensland's English Language Equivalencies Table (PDF); scores are not listed on the requirements page.
Below the levelYou can take an English (ELICOS) course at TAFE Queensland first, such as General English from A$340 a week for 13+ weeks in 2027.

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Intakes

This course starts in: January; July.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Australia

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • International application
  • Passport
  • Certified Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets (and degree records for postgraduate courses)
  • Formal English test result (the placement test cannot be used for direct entry to vocational courses)

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is the Queensland Government's technical and further education provider, with campuses across six regions from Brisbane and the Gold Coast to Cairns and Townsville. International students can choose from vocational certificates and diplomas (IT, cookery, hospitality, nursing, trades, creative industries) and TAFE Queensland's own higher education courses, including a Bachelor of Nursing and a Master of Cyber Security. Most international courses are taught at South Bank in central Brisbane.

Indian students look at TAFE Queensland for the Diploma of Nursing, cookery and hospitality, IT and its cyber security master's, at lower fees than most universities. As a public TAFE it is not in world university rankings. Fees below come from its international price list for 2027 starts; prices can change without notice.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521) at TAFE Queensland?

The tuition for international students is A$22,200 a year (about ₹14.4 lakh). TAFE Queensland international price list (updated 13 October 2026, 2027 start dates), cost shown as the total for the course: A$33,300 for the 1.5-year course, so A$33,300 ÷ 1.5 = A$22,200 a year. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)?

The course takes 1 year 6 months.

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: January; July. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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