International students

Studying in Australia offers you, as an international student, the benefit of a world-class education while experiencing new cultures and unique environments.

At North Coast TAFE, we are fortunate to have 17 campuses located in some of the most scenic and exciting parts of this country - the north coast of New South Wales. This region extends from Forster in the south to Kingscliff in the north, which is located right next door to the bustling tourist haven, the Gold Coast.

A natural wonderland

The north coast of New South Wales is home to glorious tropical rainforests and beaches, excellent diving and fishing, bustling resort complexes and sleepy seaside villages.

Students and visitors to this part of the world will enjoy our temperate to sub-tropical climate, which provides the perfect native habitat for some of our best-known animals, the koala and kangaroo.
Dolphins and whales are also a regular sight along our coastline.

Handy location

Each of North Coast TAFE's campuses is located within close proximity of towns such as Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Coffs Harbour and Kingscliff (a 20 minute drive from the Gold Coast), making them the ideal base from which to study as well as explore many of the attractions Australia has to offer.

Quality training

North Coast TAFE has an excellent reputation as a premier education facility.  It is the largest and most comprehensive vocational trainer in northern New South Wales, with more than 38,000 students enrolling each year.

Our qualifications are highly regarded internationally and a large number of North Coast TAFE courses also give you advanced standing toward a university degree. Click here to see what courses are available. 

Setting you up for life

Your studies at North Coast TAFE will help you achieve your goals in life, whether you decide to pursue a career here in Australia, or overseas.

Our courses will give you a competitive edge in the workplace as well as offering you the chance to have some fun, experience a new culture, and make some wonderful new friends on the way.

To find out more about studying at North Coast TAFE, follow the links below or contact our staff.

What courses are available?

Byron Bay student recruitment

Orientation details - Febraury 2012

Orientation details - July 2012

Student stories