Study TAFE courses at RMIT

Study TAFE courses at RMIT

RMIT offers a diverse range of TAFE (also known as vocational) courses including apprenticeships, certificates and diplomas.

RMIT offers a diverse range of TAFE (also known as vocational) courses including apprenticeships, certificates and diplomas.

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Free TAFE courses

If you are looking to upskill or retrain to future-proof your career, you could be eligible for a fully subsidised or discounted place. 

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Why study a TAFE course at RMIT?

RMIT is ranked #10 in Australia and among the top 130 universities globally*.

You'll learn from leading industry experts with the skills of tomorrow in cutting-edge facilities.

RMIT is one of six dual-sector universities in Australia offering pathway options from TAFE courses to undergraduate study.

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Flexible and supported learning

Whether you're a high school student considering your career options or a professional looking to upskill or change careers, you can choose from a wide range of RMIT TAFE courses to unlock your career goals in as little as 6 months.

TAFE courses are delivered either completely online, blended (online and on campus), or completely on campus. Facilitated classes will be predominantly on campus, in line with COVIDSafe campus protocols. This means more tutorials, lectorials, practicals and workshops will be delivered face-to-face.

For some courses, online facilitated classes will still be available for students who cannot attend campus or would prefer to study online. You can find out if a course has facilitated classes on campus, online or both by checking your timetable before classes commence.

Your course may also have part-time study options available, which provides you with further flexibility to meet other commitments in your life.

Featured TAFE courses

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Diploma of Business

This diploma builds on your existing knowledge of business with work-related projects tailored to the needs of current and future work environments.
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Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)

In the Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural), you will explore topics from innovative and sustainable design to materials technology and learn to apply your design skills to create innovative designs for building projects.
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Associate Degree in Engineering Technology

Accredited by Engineers Australia, this Associate Degree in Engineering Technology offers six majors to choose from to develop specialist skills and provides a flexible pathway to an engineering degree.
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TAFE course types

If you are interested in practical and supported learning – then vocational (TAFE) study has you covered. From apprenticeships to certificates to diplomas, RMIT's courses are designed to give you knowledge and practical skills that are relevant and connected to the needs of your industry.

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Apprenticeships and traineeships

Apprenticeships and traineeships combine training and employment, normally over three to four years. Learn on the job and earn money while studying.

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Certificates

A great place to start gaining practical knowledge in your field. Pick up job-specific skills in just 6-12 months with these technical qualifications.

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Diplomas and advanced diplomas

Get the specialised knowledge you need to work in skilled or paraprofessional areas. These programs normally take one to two years of full-time study.

How to apply for TAFE courses at RMIT

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Apprenticeships and traineeships

Interested in applying for an apprenticeship or traineeship but unsure of how to get started? Follow this useful guide and learn about how to find an employer and how to complete your training agreement.
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Certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas

Considering upskilling, changing careers or a pathway into a degree through a certificate, diploma or advanced diploma? Follow these steps to get started and learn how to submit your application via VTAC or direct to RMIT.
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There’s more than one way to land your dream degree!

RMIT Pathways allow you to transfer from a TAFE course to a degree, even if you don’t meet the entry criteria at first.

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Credit and recognition

RMIT recognises prior learning, so if you want to improve your current knowledge or skill level, you don’t necessarily have to start at certificate to finally walk away with an advanced diploma. Being acknowledged for previous study may reduce the duration of your course and save you money.

Fee finder

So you’ve picked what course you want to study but want to find out how much you’ll pay to get started? Get an estimate of fees for your vocational education program.

University fees

Australia’s VET Student Loans and Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) provides loans to students studying approved courses. They allow students to defer the costs of tuition until their taxable income reaches a certain level.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

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