The Gold Coast Institute of TAFE (GCIT), a Queensland Government owned provider of world-class training, is located in one of Australia's most picturesque cities (the sixth largest in Australia) - a popular tourist destination with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
About Us
The attractive Gold Coast enjoys an ideal, sunny subtropical climate year round and has an amazing variety of natural landscapes and man-made diversity in the city's canal and waterway systems. Well known for its surfing beaches, recreational activities, tourist theme parks and World Heritage-listed rainforest hinterland region, the city also boasts one of Australia's leading Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutes - GCIT.
We invite international students to pursue their learning pathway with GCIT, a stable provider of educational training, at one of its five campuses and open the doors of opportunity for their careers. At GCIT students can enjoy all the benefits of internationally competitive education and training in a safe, attractive and culturally diverse environment. Students will enjoy a quality learning experience in one of the world's premier locations - the Gold Coast. It is more than just a place to study; it's a great place to live! At GCIT we pride ourselves on our ability to meet and exceed our clients' expectations and lead at the forefront of innovation in skills development and training.
Being part of Australia's world-class Vocational Education and Training (VET) system means that GCIT is innovative and delivers customised training products and services. GCIT has strong links to industry, enabling it to develop innovative solutions that meet the needs of employers both locally and globally.
Student Services
International students receive specialised support throughout their studies to make their lives even easier.
Our services include:
- personal and professional counselling
- learning support to assist with literacy, language and numeracy skills
- exam preparation
- family support
- cultural and recreation activities.
In addition, students gain assistance with jobseeking and resume writing skills.
Courses
GCIT offers a wide variety of practical industry-recognised courses ranging from certificate to advanced diploma level.
Areas of study include:
- tourism and hospitality
- built environment and engineering
- business and accounting
- nursing and allied health
- sport
- hairdressing
- community services
- information technology
- graphic design
- interactive digital media
- carpentry
- automotive mechanical technology
- TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages).
Many of GCIT's diploma courses offer direct entry to a range of Queensland's top universities. University pathways are a popular way for students to enter their chosen industry with practical skills, knowledge and English capability before articulating through to further study.
Locations
Coomera Creative
198 Foxwell Road COOMERA QLD Australia
Southport
91-99 Scarborough Street SOUTHPORT QLD Australia
Ashmore
Cnr Heeb Street & Benowa Road ASHMORE QLD Australia