DESTINATION AUSTRALIA SCHOLARSHIP FACT SHEET

TAFE Queensland is one of 35 tertiary education providers across 84 locations around Australia that has been successful in the 2020 round of the Destination Australia Program.

The aim of the Destination Australia Program is to attract and support international and domestic students to study in regional Australia, to grow and develop regional Australian tertiary education providers and offer students a high quality learning experience.

TAFE Queensland has a limited number of scholarships available for each regional campus location. These will be awarded on a merit based system and selection process.

Scholarships are valued at $15,000AUD (per year, per student) and will go towards some or the full course tuition fee and will be available for students undertaking a Certificate IV and/or Diploma program at selected TAFE Queensland campuses.

LIVE

Airlie Beach is the vibrant hub of the Whitsundays and the ideal mainland base for fun and adventure. It is the perfect launching pad for activities on the water and in the lush, green rainforest of the Whitsunday Coast. Soak up the laid-back, tropical atmosphere and instantly tune into holiday mode. Stroll through the boutiques, cafes and shops of the main street; relax by the Airlie Beach lagoon or head to the morning markets that offer a quaint range of local arts, crafts and food.

STUDY

Our Whitsundays campus is located in Cannonvale, the business precinct of the Whitsundays region. Located just three kilometres from the popular tourist destination of Airlie Beach, you’ll have easy access to many attractions in the area including beautiful beaches, lagoons, foreshore, marina, entertainment and nightlife.

Destination Australia Scholarships are available for the following courses at our Whitsundays campus.

» SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (092021M) + SIT50416 Diploma of Hospitality Management (091046K)

» SIT50416 Diploma of Hospitality Management (091046K)

» SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (092021M)

**Note: Scholarship funds are for tuition only and may not cover the full course fee. Please refer to our international course information for more details regarding content, duration, and additional requirements.

For more details on our courses click here or scan QR code.

TAFE QUEENSLAND WHITSUNDAYS

Note: the scholarship does not cover travel, visa, accommodation or living costs.

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WORK

If you’ve ever seen a photo of Whitehaven Beach, or an aerial picture of Heart Reef, you’ll know the Whitsundays is one of the top destinations for travellers to Australia.

Whatever your career goals, there are opportunities for employment throughout the Whitsundays and neighbouring areas. Jobs in the Whitsundays are usually a lot of fun and happen to be in one of the most beautiful parts of the world to work and live in!

There is plenty of work available with on-the-job training and growth opportunities. Find out more, visit: tourismwhitsundays.com.au/regions/airlie-beach

HOW TO APPLY

To be eligible to apply you must:

» Commence your studies in July 2020

» Be 18 years of age on or before course commencement

» Provide a valid passport with your application

» Provide a valid English test result (minimum level required equivalent to IELTS academic 5.5 no band less than 5.0) or accepted secondary qualifications (link it to our equivalencies table)

» Provide a certified copy in English of your year 11-12 academic transcripts and any later study

» Provide a personal statement explaining why you deserve this scholarship (maximum 300 words)

It is a requirement of this Scholarship that you:

» Are a new student to TAFE Queensland (current students are ineligible)

» Maintain ongoing residency in the regional area nominated for the entire duration of your study period.

» Maintain full time study in a Certificate IV and/or Diploma program and

» Adhere to all student visa conditions and TAFE Queensland Student policies

Students who are interested in applying for a Destination Australia Scholarship with TAFE Queensland can do so using the form.