1. Introduction

Bendigo is a safe and relaxing environment for learning. Located about 150km north of Melbourne, equivalent to 90 minutes by car or train. It has a rich history and is surrounded by national and regional parks.

With a population of around 100,000, Bendigo is a thriving city that boasts art, food, wine, and heritage attractions. The area has an average temperature of 29°C in February and 12°C in July, which is quite favorable for Vietnamese students.

The Australian education system includes primary, secondary, and tertiary education. Higher education includes the Technical and Further Education (TAFE) System and universities. TAFE is an Australia-wide system that provides a range of education and training services. TAFE colleges are government-funded and accredited. There are more than 80 TAFE institutes in Australia with over 1.7 million students in total.

Bendigo TAFE is a government-funded and accredited training organization that provides prestigious and world-class quality education.

TAFE courses have a strong career focus and are designed around the needs of industries. This ensures that the qualifications of the graduates meet the needs of employers. In addition, TAFE certificate and diploma courses provide you with a pathway to quality universities in Australia should you wish to increase the value of your qualifications.

Bendigo TAFE offers all international students a friendly learning environment that is guaranteed to meet their needs.

Our courses are designed to be practical and industry-relevant with high-quality facilities. After graduating from the school, you will receive all the skills that will help your future career.

Bendigo TAFE offers several courses in the following areas of study: General English Skills, Cosmetology, Information Technology, Building Design, and Engineering.

In addition, the school also offers a variety of student support services to help you complete your course.

For international students from countries that do not speak English as a primary language, if you want to study at Bendigo TAFE, you must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 5.5. However, if you have a score lower than 5.5, you can enroll in English courses to increase your IELTS level before taking the main course.

A course may also have specific prerequisite criteria that you must meet. This will be outlined in the details for each course.

You must be 18 years of age or older before coming to Australia. Bendigo TAFE does not accept international students under the age of 18.

 Tuition fees for courses range from 8,000 – 16,000 AUD/per year

International Student Health Cover (OSHC): 480 – 550 AUD/year

The cost of living ranges from 8,000 – 12,000 AUD/year for students living in dormitories and from 10,000 – 15,000 AUD/year for students renting rooms off campus.