VET Costs

If you are deciding to study at TAFE you would be glad to know that programs and courses at TAFE are considerably less than university fees. The most significant costs at TAFE include course fees, material fees and textbooks.

TAFE course fees can range from $30 to $7,000 per semester. But the average TAFE course cost was $523 per semester for full-time students and $272 for part-time students. Material fees can range from $20 to $500, but the average is $85 per semester for full-time students and $47 per semester for part-time students.

The above figures are guidelines demonstrating the cost of the average TAFE course, and average material fees. However course fees can vary greatly from institution, with each institution setting its own fee levels. You also need to take into consideration that some courses, such as fashion design, photography and art have additional charges for course materials. Most TAFE colleges also charge amenities and service fees.

Private training institutions are another option for but the tuition fees can vary significantly. Generally they can be more expensive than TAFE courses and are approximately $6,000 - $7,000 per year. Some courses, such as hotel management, can be more expensive still, but may include accommodation and meal costs.

To discover more regarding assistance that may be applicable to you visit the Centrelink website.

For more information on specific course fees you need to contact the corresponding TAFE institution.