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1 Pathway Programs The future is in your hands Guaranteed Entry Dual Qualifications Generous Credit tafesa.edu.au/international

2 Why study at TAFE SA? > pathways > Guaranteed entry * > Dual qualifications > Generous credit * * Conditions may apply Disclaimer As TAFE South Australia courses are continuously being developed, improved or replaced, you are advised to confirm all details of the course on the website Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this publication was correct at the time of printing. TAFE South Australia may amend details without notice and for any reason in response to circumstances. Further, TAFE South Australia reserves the right to change the fees payable for, the entry requirement, the content or the method or the presentation of any course or to withdraw or discontinue any course that it offers at any time. You should confirm all details of the connected including fees on the website

3 Pathways TAFE SA offers clear pathways and generous credit arrangements thanks to its strong connections with the of South Australia. Successful completion of a TAFE SA Diploma usually provides up to one year credit for university study and an Advanced Diploma usually provides up to a year and a half credit. CRICOS Provider Number: 00121B Pathway Programs International students can now apply to TAFE SA for a pathway with a local university as TAFE SA is an approved Education Business Partner of the of South Australia under the Streamlined Visa Processing (SVP) arrangements. Pathway Programs provide successful applicants with a joint offer in a TAFE SA and a nominated. On receipt of the Confirmation of Enrolments (COEs), international students can apply for a student visa through the SVP system for the total duration of both s. These applications will generally have reduced evidentiary requirements, similar to those that apply under Assessment Level 1, regardless of the country of origin. A Pathway Program means that on successful completion of their TAFE SA, students will have guaranteed entry to and will receive credit toward the connected *. How to apply Applications may be made: > > Through agents who are representatives of both TAFE SA and the of South Australia > > Through agents who are representatives of TAFE SA only > > Through agents who are representatives of the of South Australia only > > Directly to TAFE SA through the TAFE SA International Student Application form or through the TAFE SA online application system To locate a TAFE SA agent in your country visit: international/agents-partners To locate a of South Australia agent in your country visit: Find-an-agent For further details about currently available packaged s and application details, please visit: tafesa.edu.au/international or tafesa.international@tafesa.edu.au More information on the Streamlined Visa Processing system is available from the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) at immi.gov.au/students * Conditions may apply TAFE SA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAMS 1

4 TAFE SA and of South Australia Pathway Programs TAFE SA course National Code CRICOS Code Career opportunities Total Units required for Credits gained towards Years remaining at UniSA Total Pathway Program duration* Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC E Education (Early Childhood Specialisation) Graduates are able to seek employment opportunities in schools and related educational fields. Employers in South Australia include the Department for Education and Child Development (DECD), Catholic Education South Australia (CESA), and Independent Schools Associations (AISSA), along with child care centres, children s centres, kindergartens/preschools and other associated settings years* Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering UEE G Engineering Honours Electrical and Mechatronic 4 years years* Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering UEE G Engineering Honours Electrical and Electronic 4 years years* Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering UEE M 2.5 years Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering UEE M 2.5 years Engineering Honours Electrical and Mechatronic 4 years Engineering Honours Electrical and Electronic 4 years Electronics engineers design, develop, test and maintain electronic parts and systems used in computers, communications, navigation, industry and entertainment and are in demand in many sectors years* years* Associate Degree in Electronic Engineering CRS J Engineering Honours Electrical and Mechatronic 4 years years 4.5 years* Associate Degree in Electronic Engineering CRS J Engineering Honours Electrical and Electronic 4 years years* Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design CUV G Communication and Media Graduates may find employment as public relations and communication officers, integrated communication officers, producers and administrators in the media industries, community engagement, social media managers to website editors years* 2 TAFE SA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAMS

5 TAFE SA course National Code CRICOS Code Career opportunities Total Units required for Credits gained towards Years remaining at UniSA Total Pathway Program duration* Diploma of Accounting FNS G Diploma of Accounting FNS G Advanced Diploma of Accounting FNS B Commerce (Accounting) This will provide graduates with the education and skills necessary to become an (Finance) Commerce (Accounting) accountant or business advisor. Working in both public and private sectors, you may pursue a career in the areas of forensic accounting, receivership and restructuring, litigation support, management accounting, tax or auditing, financial management, strategy or analysis years* years* years* Advanced Diploma of Accounting FNS B Advanced Diploma of Accounting FNS B (Finance) Graduates may find employment as financial advisor, lending manager, commercial manager, chief financial officer or investment banker in lending, investment and international banking, financial planning and management consulting years* years* Diploma of International Business BSB G Graduates gain broad based knowledge, skills, and expertise to perform as a professional in business environments * Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB K (Management) Graduates may find employment in roles such as project officers, business managers, executive officers, public policy managers or general managers within private or government sector * Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB J (Management) Graduates may find employment in roles such as project officers, business managers, executive officers, public policy managers or general managers within private or government sector * Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB J Psychological Science Graduates may find employment in youth work, advertising and marketing, policy and research, consumer research, counselling, industrial relations, human resources, coordination and welfare years* Diploma of Human Resources Management BSB J (Human Resource Management) Graduates may find employment in management, human resources, management consulting, recruitment, occupational health safety and welfare, industrial relations, project and policy consultancy and staff training and development * Diploma of Human Resources Management BSB J Psychological Science Graduates may find employment in youth work, advertising and marketing, policy and research, consumer research, counselling, industrial relations, human resources, coordination and welfare years* Entry to this course may require completion of a lower level qualification at TAFE SA or completion of a course package. *All durations are approximate. Credit given toward the may reduce overall course duration and/or study load. TAFE SA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAMS 3

6 TAFE SA and of South Australia Pathway Programs TAFE SA course National Code CRICOS Code Career opportunities Total Units required for Credits gained towards Years remaining at UniSA Total Pathway Program duration* Diploma of Advertising BSB M (Marketing) * Advanced Diploma of Advertising BSB A (Marketing) Graduates may find employment in brand management, advertising, marketing, public relations, communications, media and more * Diploma of Marketing BSB G (Marketing) * Diploma of Marketing BSB G Media Arts Graduates may find employment in television, film, visual effects, website or information technology production companies years 3.5 years* Advanced Diploma of Marketing BSB J (Marketing) Graduates may find employment in brand management, advertising, marketing, public relations, communications, media and more * Advanced Diploma of Hospitality SIT A 1.5 or (Tourism and Event Management) years* Diploma of Travel and Tourism SIT D 1.5 year (Tourism and Event Management) years* Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism SIT C (Tourism and Event Management) Graduates may find employment in event organisations, festivals, concerts and tourism resorts a wide range of fields nationally and internationally years* Diploma of Events SIT J (Tourism and Event Management) years* Advanced Diploma of Events SIT G (Tourism and Event Management) years* Diploma of Nursing HLT E Diploma of Nursing HLT E Health Science Nursing Graduates may be employed as health researchers, clinical managers, community development officers, marketing associates, research assistants, project officers and policy analysts in hospitals, health care foundations, local government public health units, aged and disability care services years 4 years* years* Diploma of Dental Technology HLT B Health Science Dental Technicians are employed in the manufacture and fitting of dentures, bridges, crowns and other dental appliances and the repair and modification of these appliances years 4.5 years* 4 TAFE SA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAMS

7 TAFE SA course National Code CRICOS Code Career opportunities Total Units required for Credits gained towards Years remaining at UniSA Total Pathway Program duration* Advanced Diploma of Oral Health (Dental Hygiene) A Health Science Dental Hygienists are employed in public, private and specialist dental practices providing preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene care. This includes the taking of medical histories, patient examination, hygiene treatment, patient education, administering local anaesthesia, using therapeutic agents and non-surgical management of periodontal conditions years 4.5 years* Information Technology Graduates may be employed as Technical Development Manager, Data Modeller, Web Developer, Testing Manager, Database Administrator, Sales Consultant, Account Manager, PC Support and Programmer in many sectors including defence, mining, and multimedia (entertainment) sectors years* Information Technology (Software Development) Graduates may be employed as: Software Architect, Software Developer, Testing Manager, Release Manager, Sales Consultant, Quality Manager, Trainer, Application Architecture, Strategic Planner, Software Engineer, Programmer years* Information Technology (Games and Entertainment Design) Graduates may be employed as: Multimedia Specialist, Web Developer, Graphics Designer, Programmer, IT Specialist, Animator or Game Designer in the entertainment and games design, multimedia and creative sectors years* Information Technology (Mobile Application Development) Graduates may be employed as an Android/ ios Apps developer; ios web developer, web mer, software applications mer, mobile developer, mobile applications architect, mobile deployment officers and mobile applications mer years* Information Technology (Networking and Cybersecurity) Graduates may be employed as: Network Analyst, Customer Service Manager, Customer Relationship Manager, Telecoms Engineer, Capacity Planner, Security Specialist, Systems Administrator, Network Manager, PC Support, Sourcing Specialist or Network Designer years* Information Technology (Systems Administration) Systems administrators play a key role in the provision of IT support and maintenance. Graduates may be employed in a variety of roles in areas such as: IT support, information security, network sustainability, hardware and software infrastructure procurement, systems management and consulting years* Software Engineering (Honours) Graduates may be employed as: Software Architect, Software Developer, Testing Manager, Release Manager, Sales Consultant, Quality Manager, Trainer, Application Architecture, Strategic Planner, Software Engineer, Programmer and Team Leader in the financial services, health and manufacturing industries and defence sector years 4.5 years* Entry to this course may require completion of a lower level qualification at TAFE SA or completion of a course package. *All durations are approximate. Credit given toward the may reduce overall course duration and/or study load. TAFE SA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAMS 5

8 English Language Study TAFE SA offers a range of English Language courses suitable for students planning to undertake study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. With experienced teachers, intensive small group teaching and ongoing student support, students gain the right English Language skills to ensure success. TAFE SA English Language Courses Course Entry Outcome General English 5-40 weeks From Elementary to Upper Intermediate English language level. Successful completion provides a pathway to English for Academic Purposes 20 English for Academic Purposes 20 (EAP 20)* 20 weeks or 10 weeks IELTS 5.0 for 20 week course or 5.5 for 10 week course or entry through an internal entry test conducted within the General English course (only for students studying General English). Students, who gain a credit grade, can gain entry to a range of undergraduate s at the of South Australia with entry criteria of IELTS 6.0 overall. English for Academic Purposes Advanced (EAP Advanced)* 20 weeks or 10 weeks IELTS 5.5 for 20 weeks, IELTS 6.0 for 10 weeks Students, who gain a pass grade, can gain entry to a range of undergraduate and postgraduate s at the of South Australia with entry criteria of IELTS (equivalent) 6.0 or 6.5. Advanced IELTS Preparation 5-20 weeks From IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent) Student to sit for an IELTS test at an official test centre. *Only indicated courses are part of Pathway Programs. 6 TAFE SA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAMS

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10 > Academic English > Academic study skills and learning environment > Course specific vocabulary > Coaching and counselling > Student progress monitored > Regular student feedback and support English for Academic Purposes (Advanced) English for Academic Purposes (Advanced) is designed specifically for students who need to develop their English language skills for study at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. Students develop the English language skills needed for successful academic study including lecture note taking, presentation and group discussion skills and planning essays and assignments. Students are introduced to vocabulary specific to their chosen study field. The course will expose students to a -style learning environment including research tasks, group presentations, tutorials and seminars. Students attend lectures, meet Academic and university staff and go on familiarisation tours of a campus ensuring that they are ready for their career. English Language Course OFFER Study selected English Language courses with TAFE SA International in second semester 2016 and first semester 2017 and receive the special price of A$320 per week* (normally A$350 per week). *Conditions apply English Language Course Conditions: Eligibility is restricted to new and current applicants only. Applicants with an outstanding Letter of Offer will be eligible. Applies to commencement in Semester 2, 2016 and/or Semester 1, Minimum 10 weeks. Applicants/students that need to defer their enrolment after Semester 1, 2017 will be required to pay the full published fee of A$350 per week, unless otherwise advised. Students who defer their unaccepted offer from an earlier semester will not receive the special price. Students who defer their accepted offer/coe from an earlier semester (at $350) will not receive the special price. Any student commencing their English course in either Semester 2, 2016 and/or Semester 1, 2017, will continue to receive the discount rate should their English courses continue beyond the price promotion period. Students who withdraw and re-apply will not be eligible for the discount rate. The normal TAFE SA International Student Refund Policy applies. Discount not available in conjunction with any other offer. 8 TAFE SA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAMS

11 TAFE SA English Language Pathways Course Pathway Intake Entry Exit EAP 20 Part 1 and 2 Entry into TAFE SA and of South Australia s which require IELTS 6.0 for entry. 20 weeks January (Term 1) or July (Term 3) IELTS 4.5 and 5 or equivalent Pass (students deemed to meet IELTS 5.5*) Credit (students deemed to meet IELTS 6.0*) EAP 20 Part 2 Entry into TAFE SA and of South Australia s which require IELTS 6.0 for entry. 10 weeks April (Term 2) or October (Term 4) IELTS 5 and 5.5 or equivalent Pass (students deemed to meet IELTS 5.5*) Credit (students deemed to meet IELTS 6.0*) EAP Advanced Part 1 Entry into TAFE SA and of South Australia s which require IELTS 6.0 for entry. 10 weeks January (Term 1) or July (Term 3) IELTS 5.5 or equivalent Pass Part 1 (students deemed to meet IELTS 6.0*) EAP Advanced Part 2 Entry into TAFE SA and of South Australia s which require IELTS 6.5 for entry. 10 weeks April (Term 2) or October (Term 4) IELTS 6.0 or equivalent Pass Part 2 (students deemed to meet IELTS 6.5*) * Equivalent to IELTS score there is no IELTS exam at the course end Note: Students requiring 6.5 IELTS would be offered EAP Advanced, and dependent on their current IELTS level may require the General English and/or EAP 20. EAP20 Part 2 (Apr/Oct entry) and EAP Advanced Part 1 (Jan/July entry) both exit with an IELTS equivalent of 6.0. Students should select their course based on their current English language level (IELTS or equivalent score) and the start date of their of South Australia course. TAFE SA English Language to of South Australia with Intake start date Current IELTS or equivalent IELTS needed or equivalent Recommended English Language course English Language course start date Feb/March General English (10 weeks) EAP20 (20 weeks) April (for 3 terms) Feb/March (and SP1 PG Business) EAP20 (20 weeks) EAP Advanced (20 weeks) January (for 4 terms) Feb/March EAP20 (20 weeks) July (for 2 terms) Feb/March (and SP1 PG Business) EAP20 (part 2 10 weeks) EAP Advanced (20 weeks) April (for 3 terms) Feb/March EAP20 (part 2 10 weeks) October (for 1 term) Feb/March (and SP1 PG Business) Feb/March (and SP1 PG Business) EAP Advanced (20 weeks) EAP Advanced (Part 2 10 weeks) July (for 2 terms) October (for 1 terms) July July General English (10 weeks) EAP20 (20 weeks) EAP20 (20 weeks) EAP Advanced (20 weeks) October (for 3 terms) July (for 4 terms) July EAP20 (20 weeks) January (for 2 terms) July EAP20 (part 2 10 weeks) EAP Advanced (20 weeks) October (for 3 terms) July EAP20 (part 2 10 weeks) April (for 1 term)

12 Example of Pathway Program Advanced Diploma of Accounting with guaranteed entry into Commerce (Accounting) DURATION 3.5 YEARS TAFE SA Advanced Diploma of Accounting 54 UNITS TOWARDS UNIVERSITY PROGRAM of South Australia Commerce (Accounting) 54 UNITS TOTAL REQUIRED TO COMPLETE UNIVERSITY PROGRAM Advantages of Pathway Programs > > Students will be able to apply for a single visa for the entire duration of both s through the Streamlined Visa Processing system. > > Guaranteed entry into selected Programs* > > Guaranteed credits shorten the duration of qualifications and reduce tuition fees over the total duration of study for students not eligible for direct entry to a degree ** > > Graduate with a dual qualification from both TAFE SA and a (for example Advanced Diploma/ Bachelor Degree) > > Graduate with a competitive mix of practical and theoretical skills * Guaranteed entry to a student s selected is dependent on successful completion of the students TAFE SA and other entry conditions may apply. ** English courses do not receive credit into s. Check individual s for total package duration and costs. TAFE SA International Adelaide City Campus, Level 1, 120 Currie Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000 Tel: Fax: tafesa.international@tafesa.edu.au Freecall (within Australia): tafesa.edu.au/international TAFE SA CRICOS Provider Number: 00092B TAFE SA RTO Code: of South Australia CRICOS Provider Number: 00121B Current as of 12 April 2016