Okay, so you've decided that you're going to be a student. You might even have an idea of what you want to study. But how do you find out about that course of study? And what if there are options that you weren't even aware of? Here's some tips on how to get the most out of choosing a course.
Finding out about courses
You can start your research with the MyFuture Courses & Programs Search (new window). You can search for course info by using a job name, or refine your search based on the type of course you're looking for.
Vocational Education and Training (VE&T) is the type of training you can do at TAFE, other training organisations, schools and community centres. There are thousands of courses you can do covering virtually every job or career path. Find out more on our VE&T Way to Go website (new window).
The Victorian Office of Training and Tertiary Education (OTTE) students and jobseekers page (new window) also has info about study, courses, apprenticeships and traineeships.
Applying for courses
If you've just finished year 12 and are looking to go on to further study or training, VTAC (new window) has heaps of information. You should contact the admissions department of the TAFE (new window) or university (new window) you're interested in for more information about application requirements.
If you still have unanswered questions, you can always call the institution you're interested in and ask them for help. Education Network Australia has an alphabetical list of links (new window) to the office for prospective students at each Australian university.
For most courses you'll need to make an application through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) (new window). The VTAC site has heaps of info about finding and applying for courses.
If you're returning to study as a mature age student ask the admissions department of the university or TAFE you're interested in about the application process (new window).
Links
Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC)
A great source of information for almost every aspect of applying for admission into a tertiary course of study and an application service for most Victorian tertiary institutions.
Careerguide Australia
Provides career related information and is a good source of advice, providing a whole range of options to consider if you aren't offered a place in your course of choice.
