It is important that you check this website or contact the Career Development Centre, your local TAFEWA college or the TAFEWA Admissions Centre to make sure you follow the right procedure and maximise your chances of being offered a place.
This information is also available in the TAFEWA full-time studies guide.
Admission information for full-time study
Applications for first semester full-time TAFEWA studies
Applications for second semester full-time TAFEWA studies
How do I find out what full-time qualifications are being offered?
How much does it cost to apply?
What can I do if I miss the last closing date for applications?
Can I change the course preferences in my application after I've submitted it?
How do I apply?
How do I fill out the application form?
How do I lodge my application form?
How do I know my application has been received?
When and how will I find out if I've been offered a place?
What if I miss out on a place?
When and how do I enrol?
Step by step summary of application process
Important notes and quick tips about full-time applications
Which TAFEWA qualifications require a folio or interview for full time study?
Entrance requirements for full-time study
What are selection criteria and do I need to address them?
Admission information for full-time study Top of Page
Entering into full time study for most TAFEWA qualifications requires you to apply through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre.
In addition to providing a continuous admissions service that allows TAFEWA colleges the flexibility to advertise qualifications commencing at any time throughout the year, the TAFEWA Admissions Centre manages two major student intakes each year.
Applications for first semester full-time TAFEWA studies Top of Page
Applications for first semester open at the beginning of August. The first closing date is in late September each year. After this date qualifications which have folio selection criteria requirements will not be accepted. Applications for all other courses may be submitted free of charge until the beginning of November.
After this time, all late applications incur a single non-refundable fee of $75 and must be received before the beginning of December to be considered for the first round of offers.
Late applications submitted after the beginning of December and before the first week of January will be considered for the second round of offers only. However, no late applications are accepted for courses which have folio requirements.
If you miss the closing date in early January for late applications, any full-time vacancies that may remain after the second round of offers are advertised in a major weekend newspaper and on this website at the end of January each year. You may be able to submit a safety net application for these vacancies, however unsuccessful applicants who have applied through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre have first preference over these vacancies. For more information please contact the TAFEWA college at which you would like to study.
Please see key dates for the exact dates that currently apply to the first semester intake.
Applications for second semester full-time TAFEWA studies Top of Page
Applications for second semester open at the beginning of May and close at the beginning of June each year. No late applications are accepted. It is free to apply. An early closing date may apply to qualifications which have interview or folio selection criteria requirements.
If you miss the closing date in early June any full-time vacancies that may remain after offers are dispatched are advertised in a major weekend newspaper at the end of June each year. You may be able to submit a safety net application for these vacancies, however unsuccessful applicants who have applied through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre have first preference over these vacancies. For more information please contact the TAFEWA college at which you would like to study.
Please see key dates for the exact dates that apply to second semester studies.
How do I find out what full-time qualifications are being offered? Top of Page
Online
The most up to date information on the qualifications available for full time studies is provided on this site through the course search facility. You can search for qualifications commencing in the first semester of the following year from the beginning of August each year. Qualifications commencing second semester each year will be available for viewing on this site at the beginning of May. Click here to search for qualifications available now.
You can also access college-specific online full time course lists and searchable catalogues through the TAFEWA college websites.
By Phone
You can get the most up to date information on qualifications available for full time studies by telephoning the Career Development Centre or your prefered TAFEWA college.
In Print
Each TAFE college produces its own individual course brochures that list the availability of full-time courses in first and second semester. Contact your prefered TAFEWA college for more information.
How much does it cost to apply? Top of Page
First semester intake
There is no charge if you apply by early November.
After this date, all late applications incur a single non-refundable fee of $75 and must be received before the beginning of December to be considered for the first round of offers.
NOTE: Applications for qualifications which have folio selection criteria requirements will not be accepted after the end of September.
Late applications submitted after the beginning of December and by the first week of January incur a single non-refundable fee of $75 and will be considered for second round of offers only.
Changes of preference (closing dates apply) are free of charge. Refer to key dates section of this site.
If you are offered a place, further fees are payable when you enrol. Please click here for further information.
Second Semester Intake
It is free to apply for second semester full-time qualifications. No late applications are accepted.
Refer to key dates section of this site for further information.
What can I do if I miss the last closing date for applications? Top of Page
First semester intake
If you miss the closing date in early January for late applications, any full time vacancies that may remain after the second round of offers may be advertised in the local press. You may be able to submit a safety net application for these vacancies at the TAFEWA college of your choice, however unsuccessful applicants who have applied through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre have first preference over these vacancies.
Alternatively, there is a mid year intake of students for qualifications commencing in second semester.
For more information please contact the TAFEWA college at which you would like to study.
Second semester intake
If you miss the closing date in early June any full time vacancies that may remain after offers are dispatched are advertised in the local press at the end June each year. You may be able to submit a safety net application for these vacancies at the TAFEWA college of your choice, however unsuccessful applicants who have applied through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre have first preference over these vacancies. For more information please contact the TAFEWA college at which you would like to study.
Alternatively, there is a first semester intake of students for qualifications commencing in at the beginning of the following year. For more information please contact the TAFEWA college at which you would like to study.
Can I change the course preferences in my application after I've submitted it? Top of Page
First semester intake
Yes, you can change your preferences however some restrictions apply. Refer to key dates section of this site.
If you are offered you first preference you cannot reject it. If you choose not to accept it you will not receive any further offers. Therefore, please ensure that your first preference is what you really want.
Second semester intake
Yes, you can change your preferences however some restrictions apply. Refer to key dates section of this site.
Go online
The safest and quickest way to apply for a full time qualification is to go online. The online application process is simple and user friendly.
Once you have submitted your application online you cannot make any changes. If you wish to make changes you will have to contact the TAFEWA Admissions Centre.
PLEASE NOTE: AFTER YOU HAVE APPLIED ONLINE DO NOT SUBMIT A HARDCOPY APPLICATION FORM OR ANOTHER ONLINE APPLICATION FORM. IF YOU WANT TO MAKE CHANGES CALL THE TAFEWA ADMISSIONS CENTRE.
You can submit your application online and pay your application fee (if applicable) online.
Once you complete your application form you will be able to print a check list that will outline the documentation that you will need to submit to the TAFEWA Admissions Centre.
You will have seven days to submit the required documentation. You can fax the documentation to the TAFEWA Admissions Centre on (08) 9224 6548 or post it to:
TAFEWA Admissions Centre
PO Box 7810
Cloisters Square
PERTH WA 6850
or visit the TAFEWA college where your course of intrest is offered.
You can also email the documentation if you wish. For more information on this option please call the TAFEWA Admissions Centre on (08) 9224 6560.
Year 12 students are able to access their personalised online application from the beginning of August each year.
Paper applications
First semester intake
You can obtain a paper application form by contacting your nearest TAFEWA college or the Career Development Centre from the beginning of August each year.
Second semester intake
You can obtain a paper application form by contacting your nearest TAFEWA college or the Career Development Centre from the beginning of May each year.
How do I fill out the application form? Top of Page
It is very important that you fill out your application form correctly so that you maximise the chance of receiving an offer of a place in the qualification of your choice.
If you require assistance please contact the TAFEWA Admissions Centre, the Career Development Centre or your nearest TAFEWA college.
How do I lodge my application form? Top of Page
Online
If you complete an online application you can submit your application and pay any applicable fees online.
Once you complete your application form you will be able to print a check list that will outline the documentation that you will need to submit to the TAFEWA Admissions Centre.
You will have seven days to submit the required documentation. You can fax the documentation to the TAFEWA Admissions Centre on (08) 9224 6548 or post it to:
TAFEWA Admissions Centre
PO Box 7810
Cloisters Square
PERTH WA 6850
or visit the TAFEWA college you are applying to.
You can also email the documentation if you wish. For more information on this option please call the TAFEWA Admissions Centre on (08) 9224 6560.
Paper applications
You can post your application form with any fees (if applicable) to:
TAFEWA Admissions Centre
PO Box 7810
Cloisters Square
PERTH WA 6850
Alternatively, you can hand it in at the TAFEWA college you are applying to.
Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
How do I know my application has been received? Top of Page
You will receive a letter confirming your application has been received by the TAFEWA Admissions Centre. However, it is not an offer of a place. If you do not receive this letter within two weeks of submitting your application, telephone the TAFEWA Admissions Centre on (08) 9224 6560.
When and how will I find out if I've been offered a place? Top of Page
First semester intake
1st round offers
If you submitted an application in time for the first round of offers, you will be able to access the outcome of your application online at this website from around mid January by clicking on the 'Offer Enquiry' link found on the homepage.
You will also receive a letter around mid January from the TAFEWA Admissions Centre. This letter will tell you if you have been offered a place. If you have been successful the letter will inform you how to enrol.
Please note: You cannot reject your first preference offer. If you choose not to accept it you will not receive any further offers from the TAFEWA Admissions Centre. You will only have around one week to notify the Centre if you would like to be reconsidered for second round offers (you cannot be reconsidered for second round offers if you received your first preference offer). Please ensure that you will be home during this period or that you authorise another person to act on your behalf.
2nd round offers
Second round offer information can be accessed online at this website from around the third week of January by clicking on the 'Offer Enquiry' link found on the homepage.
You will also receive a letter around the third week of January, from the TAFEWA Admissions Centre. This letter will tell you if you have been offered a place, and if you have been successful the letter will inform you how to enrol.
Please note: You will only have a few days to accept your offer (you cannot reject your offer as there is not a third round of offers). Please ensure that you will be home during this period or that you authorise another person to act on your behalf. If you would like more information on exact dates please click here.
Second semester intake
You will be able to access the outcome of your application online at this website from around mid June by clicking on the 'Offer Enquiry' link found on the homepage.
You will also receive a letter around the third week of June from the TAFEWA Admissions Centre. This letter will tell you if you have been offered a place, and if you have been successful the letter will inform you how to enrol.
Please note: You will only have a few days to accept your offer (there is only one round of offers for second semester intake). Please ensure that you will be home during this period or that you authorise another person to act on your behalf.
If you would like more information on exact dates please click here.
What if I miss out on a place? Top of Page
First semester intake
If you miss out on a place, any full time vacancies that may remain after the second round of offers are advertised in a major weekend newspaper at the end January each year. You may be able to submit a safety net application for these vacancies at the TAFEWA college of your choice, however unsuccessful eligible applicants who have applied through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre have first preference over these vacancies.
Alternatively, there is a mid year intake of students for qualifications commencing in second semester.
Second semester intake
If you miss out on a place, any vacancies that may remain after offers are dispatched are advertised in a major weekend newspaper at the end June each year. You may be able to submit a safety net application for these vacancies at the TAFEWA college of your choice, however unsuccessful eligible applicants who have applied through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre have first preference over these vacancies. For more information please contact the TAFEWA college at which you would like to study.
Alternatively, there is a first semester intake of students for qualifications commencing next year.
When and how do I enrol? Top of Page
If offered a place by the TAFEWA Admissions Centre in the first or second round, your letter will inform you how to enrol. Enrolments normally take place at the campus at which you will be studying.
Please ensure that you don't miss your enrolment session and remember to bring your offer letter with you. If, for some reason, you cannot attend your scheduled enrolment time please contact student administration at the relevant TAFEWA college. If you're unable to attend your enrolment, make sure you give authority and make arrangements for someone to enrol for you.
You need to either pay your fees at the time of enrolment or make some allowed arrangement in order to actually enrol at a TAFEWA college. A minimum payment of $100 is required within two weeks in order to secure your enrolment. Please see information about Fees and charges for more details.
Step by step summary of the application process Top of Page
Step 1 - Check the dates for submitting your application.
Refer to the schedule of significant dates for submitting your application, late applications and changes of preference. Make sure you know which dates apply to you and give yourself plenty of time to obtain supporting documentation, fill out the form and submit your application.
Step 2 - Find qualifications that you wish to study
Click here to find a qualification that you may be interested in studying.
Please ensure that you meet the minimum entrance requirements for the qualifications that you choose.
Step 3 - Talk to a career advisor at your school, TAFEWA college or at the Career Development Centre for more information.
It is strongly recommended that you discuss the qualifications that you would like to study with a TAFEWA college information officer, careers officer at your school, or telephone the Career Development Centre.
Step 4 - Prepare your accompanying documents.
When applying for qualifications which require you to address selection criteria and entrance requirements, you must include photocopies of:
- - all academic records you have received since Year 9
- any graduation certificates (including TAFEWA awards) you have received
- any other results you want taken into account
- a Statement of Equivalence if your qualifications are from overseas and proof that you meet TAFEWA literacy requirements.
- proof of Australian (or New Zealand) citizenship or proof of permanent Australian residency if you were not born in Australia.
- work references, group certificates and other written proof of any workplace experience you have done.
When applying for qualifications which require you to address entrance requirements ONLY, you must include photocopies of:
- - all academic records you have received since Year 9
- any graduation certificates (including TAFEWA awards) you have received
- any other results you want taken into account
- a Statement of Equivalence if your qualifications are from overseas and proof that you meet TAFEWA literacy requirements.
- proof of Australian (or New Zealand) citizenship or proof of permanent Australian residency if you were not born in Australia.
Please note: Applications submitted without copies of appropriate documents will be returned.
Step 5 - Apply
Click here to apply online.
Step 6 - Acknowledgement
You will receive a letter confirming your application has been received, however it is not an offer of a place. If you do not receive this letter within two weeks of submitting your application, telephone TAFEWA Admissions Centre on (08) 9224 6560.
Step 7 - Offers
All applicants will get a letter by mail in mid January or June each year. Please click here for key dates. This letter will tell you if you have been offered a place. If you have been successful the letter will inform you how to enrol.
Important notes and quick tips about full-time applications Top of Page
Only one valid application form can be submitted in any admissions period.
All supporting documents should be included with the application or forwarded to the TAFEWA Admissions Centre when applying online (photocopies only).
Check that all preferences are being offered on a full-time basis at the campus at which you would like to study and that the course numbers and locations are correct.
Please check that you meet the entrance requirements and where applicable that you have addressed the relevant selection criteria.
Fill in all preferences - you may be disadvantaged by leaving preferences blank.
All applicants, other than Australian Citizens must enclose proof of permanent residency or of holding a visa of subclass 309, 310, 785, 820, 826 or 866
Applicants for whom English is a second language must provide evidence of English language competence.
Applicants who have completed qualifications overseas must get these qualification equated in Western Australian equivalent qualifications by the Curriculum Council or the Overseas Qualifications Unit.
Which TAFEWA qualifications require a folio for full-time study? Top of Page
The following is a list of courses that require a folio;
4426 51142 Certificate IV in Visual Art and Craft
4427 51141 Diploma of Visual Art and Craft
6621 51099 Diploma of Applied Science (Photography)
6622 51100 Advanced Diploma of Applied Science in Photography
7291 91008 NSW Diploma of Graphic Design
7292 91009NSW Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design (Print, Publications and Packaging)
7293 91010NSW Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design (Digital Design)
7481 14453WA Advanced Diploma of Environmental Art and Design
7502 50304 Advanced Diploma of Design for Industry
7506 50755 Diploma of Jewellery Design and Production
7508 50302 Advanced Diploma of Furniture Design
7511 90351NSW Advanced Diploma of Interior Design
7512 90352NSW Diploma of Interior Decoration
7514 51057 Diploma of Design for Industry
7517 51053 Diploma of Furniture Design
7518 50391 Diploma of Fashion and Textile Design
C397 CUF50701 Diploma of Multimedia
C402 CUF30101 Certificate III in Screen
C407 CUF40401 Certificate IV in Screen
C412 CUF50401 Diploma of Screen
C621 CUV40403 Certificate IV in Photoimaging
C625 CUV40103 Certificate IV in Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft
CS01 50754 Advanced Diploma of Art and Design (Animation)
CS03 50754 Advanced Diploma of Art and Design (Fashion and Textile Design)
CS04 50754 Advanced Diploma of Art and Design (Fine Art)
CS05 50754 Advanced Diploma of Art and Design (Jewellery)
CS45 CUF60101 Advanced Diploma of Screen (Directing)
CS46 CUF60101 Advanced Diploma of Screen (Camera)
CS47 CUF60101 Advanced Diploma of Screen (Editing)
CS48 CUF60101 Advanced Diploma of Screen (Production Design)
CS80 CUF60101 Advanced Diploma of Screen (Sound)
CS81 CUF60101 Advanced Diploma of Screen (Producer)
CS82 CUV40303 Certificate IV in Design (Graphic Design)
CS83 CUV40303 Certificate IV in Design (Furniture Design)
CS84 CUV40303 Certificate IV in Design (Design for Industry)
CS85 CUV40303 Certificate IV in Design (Fashion and Textile Design)
CS86 CUV40303 Certificate IV in Design (Jewellery Design)
CS96 CUV40103 Certificate IV in Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft (Art/Craft Practice)
W007 LMT50100 Diploma of Textiles Clothing and Footwear
ES22 Certificate I in Construction (Pre Apprentice—Plumbing and Gasfitting)
NS18 Certificate I in Automotive (Pre Apprentice—Electrical)
Entrance requirements for full-time study Top of Page
Each TAFEWA qualification has a set of entrance requirements that you must meet before your application will be considered (except bridging and entry courses). These entrance requirements are listed under each qualification both on this website and in the TAFEWA full-time studies guide.
For further information see entrance requirements and selection criteria.
What are selection criteria and do I need to address them? Top of Page
Selection criteria are used as the basis to rank eligible applicants competing for entry into a qualification where there are more applicants applying for a qualification and location than there are places available.
Applicants are scored against the selection criteria for each qualification the applicant applies for - where it is identified that selection criteria must be addressed. This method of selection provides an equitable way of determining which applicants will be offered a place.
Selection criteria need only be addressed when qualifications display the following heading:
When applying for this qualification you are required to address entry requirements and selection criteria.
Not all qualifications require applicants to address the selection criteria.
For further information see entrance requirements and selection criteria.