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Australian College of Technical Studies Pty. Ltd.

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory · Private higher education provider

AU Rank #273 Star rating 2/6 Listed on CRICOS under the ESOS Act Admissions open
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Overview

Australian College of Technical Studies Pty. Ltd. is a private higher education provider located in Canberra, in the Australian Capital Territory. It is registered on CRICOS, which means it is approved to teach international students. At this college, you can study subjects such as Social Work, Curriculum & Instruction, Information Systems, and Hospitality Management. These courses are designed to give students specialised skills relevant to their chosen field. In Australia, private higher education providers operate alongside universities, focusing mostly on degree or diploma programs. For students looking for a focused learning environment in Canberra, with an emphasis on career-oriented subjects, this college offers a practical alternative to larger universities.

Programs at Australian College of Technical Studies

5 programs across 2 study levels.

Diploma

Diploma Social Work
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Diploma of Community Services

Australian College of Technical Studies Pty. Ltd.

CRICOS 116607E · Provider 04273J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$29,250 total
Diploma Social Work
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Diploma of Community Services

Australian College of Technical Studies Pty. Ltd.

CRICOS 118859B · Provider 04273J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$29,250 total
Diploma Hospitality Management
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Diploma of Hospitality Management

Australian College of Technical Studies Pty. Ltd.

CRICOS 116612H · Provider 04273J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$29,000 total

Graduate Diploma

Graduate Diploma Curriculum & Instruction
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Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning)

Australian College of Technical Studies Pty. Ltd.

CRICOS 116608D · Provider 04273J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$18,000 total

Tuition fees & costs

International tuition, per year

Not published

Typical course fee

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Median of this provider's registered fees

CRICOS provider code

04273J

Registered for 860 overseas students

Fees are derived from the international tuition this provider registers against its own courses on the Commonwealth CRICOS register, annualised over each course's registered duration; the range is the 10th to 90th percentile across its undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate courses. Providers may also charge the capped Student Services and Amenities Fee, and you will need Overseas Student Health Cover on top. Always confirm the fee for your specific course with the provider before applying.

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Admission requirements

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.

Language: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

How to apply

  1. 1Choose a CRICOS-registered course and check its intake — most Australian degrees start in Semester 1 (late February/March) and Semester 2 (July), with some providers adding a November trimester.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.
  3. 3Meet the English language requirement: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
  4. 4Apply directly to the university (or through a registered education agent), then accept your Letter of Offer and pay the initial fee instalment to be issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  5. 5Take out Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of your stay, then lodge a Student visa (subclass 500) application with the Department of Home Affairs, meeting the Genuine Student requirement and evidencing the current financial capacity amount.

For international students

International students accept a Letter of Offer, pay the first fee instalment and are issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), then apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with the Department of Home Affairs. The application must satisfy the Genuine Student requirement, include Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full stay and evidence the current financial capacity amount. Student visa holders may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while classes are in session and unrestricted hours during scheduled breaks; eligible graduates can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia afterwards.

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Scholarships for Australian College of Technical Studies students

National and foundation scholarships open to students at Australian College of Technical Studies. Because public universities in Australia charge no tuition, these mostly fund living costs.

Partial

Scholarship pathways designed to support women into trade and technical roles in the building and construction industry.

Open Rolling
Partial

Provides foundation skills for gaining employment in Western Australia's oil and gas, and resources industry.

Open Rolling
Partial

Provides training to prepare you for employment in WA’s booming defence industry.

Open Rolling
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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for Australian College of Technical Studies Pty. Ltd.?

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international a...

How is Australian College of Technical Studies Pty. Ltd. ranked?

Australia national rank #273.

What are the English requirements?

International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and soci...

Last updated 27 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance, verify with official sources before applying.