TAFE QUEENSLAND STUDY TOURS GUIDE International Partnerships 1
STUDY TOURS WHO ARE WE? TAFE Queensland is government owned and operated and is the largest and most experienced provider of vocational education and training in Queensland, Australia. TAFE Queensland has campuses located from the far north to the south-east corner of the state. Our locations in coastal, regional and metropolitan areas mean you can choose the location that suits you. WHY CHOOSE A TAFE QUEENSLAND STUDY TOUR? EACH YEAR WE TRAIN OVER 0,000 STUDENTS FROM MORE THAN 80 COUNTRIES IN OVER 500 AREAS. GETTING AROUND Once participants have arrived they are encouraged to explore all the attractions that Queensland has to oer across its diverse landscape. Getting around Queensland is easy and hassle free, with great public transport networks and motorway systems. THE STATE OF QUEENSLAND IS THE second largest STATE IN AUSTRALIA COVERING OVER 1.7million SQUARE KILOMETRES WHAT YOU LL TAKE HOME FROM YOUR TOUR Certificate of completion New international friends New professional networks Professional skills and knowledge AUSTRALIA IS THE sixth largest COUNTRY IN THE WORLD Access to state-of the art training facilities Gain practical skills from leading vocational trainers Have a unique Australian study experience in Queensland, Australia s sunshine state Once in a life-time opportunity to visit world renowned tourist destinations Guided tours of leading employers in your industry Authentic Australian barbecue welcome lunch 2 international.tafeqld.edu.au International Partnerships 3
ELITE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING START-UP ENTREPRENEURSHIP SAMPLE 9.00 am.00 pm Welcome, orientation and campus tour 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop Course overview and What it s Like to Start a Business 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Personal Branding and Setting up Your Online Profile 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop You: Your Most Important Resource and The Entrepreneurial Mind Create your personal branding Learn and practice the latest marketing concepts Cultivate entrepreneurial talent Gain first-hand industry experience visiting the best Australian start-up accelerator and incubator hub One-on-one instruction from an accomplished mentor Gain international business insights Gain tricks and techniques to improve creative thinking Prepare yourself for the next opportunity by developing your elevator pitch If you are thinking of starting a business it is important to have the right skills and training behind you. This Start-Up Entrepreneurship program will give participants the skills needed to make great business ideas become a reality. This program will develop entrepreneurial skills and build business confidence with participants learning how to take business ideas from proof to concept. They will also learn about the processes of planning, finance and marketing as well as having the opportunity to visit a leading Australian start-up accelerator and incubator hub. 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Ideas and Opportunities, Creating Existence and What s in a Name/Naming Rights 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop Planning For Success and The Elevator Pitch 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop The Business Model 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop Business Model Evaluation and Proof of Concept 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Market Positioning Strategies and Assortment Oer Strategies 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop Placement Strategies and Beachhead Strategy Full day excursion Visit the famous tourist destination of the Gold Coast with its beautiful beaches and great shopping (optional extra, additional fees apply) 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Price Planning and Theory, Pricing Strategies and Customer Acquisition 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop Business Structure and General Law 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Finance For Non-Finance and Funding Strategies 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Industry visit (accelerator and incubator hub) 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Profitability and Financial Maths, CAPEX (Capital Expenditure), Profit Budgeting and Cash Flow Forecasting 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop Online Strategy and Blogs and Websites 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Google Analytics, SurveyMonkey and Digital Content, Marketing & Freelancing 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop Pitch Deck Presentations 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Pitch Deck Presentations Graduation Ceremony (lunch provided) 4 international.tafeqld.edu.au International Partnerships 5
SAMPLE 9.00 am.00 pm Welcome, orientation and campus tour 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Brisbane Greeters tour Students will travel by foot and ferry to South Bank and the Epicurious Gardens, catch the City Hopper to Kangaroo Point Clis, visit Eagle Street Pier, continue along the boardwalk to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, walk through the Gardens to the Queensland University of Technology and Old Government House, visit the Treasury Casino and Hotel before crossing the Victoria Bridge back to South Bank. Learn skills in print making, sculpting and ceramics Specialised English program focusing on the arts area Cultivate international art perspectives Visit some of Australia s best creative industries One-on-one instruction from Australian-renowned mentor Creative thinking Hands-on learning experience Visits to the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) Get an edge in today s fashion world Plenty of free time for you to explore the local art scene ELITE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING ART AUSTRALIA COSMOPOLITAN ART SKILLS This program will focus on developing traditional skills and techniques and advances participants understanding of contemporary culture, both historically and theoretically. This is a hands-on, practical program which explores multiple visual art forms. Participants are encouraged to have open discussions with their trainers and classmates and explore creative thinking. The program includes a visit to The Queensland Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA). GOMA is located across two adjacent river-side buildings in the Cultural Precinct at Brisbane s South Bank. The Gallery s vision is to be the leading institution for the contemporary art of Australia, Asia and the Pacific. Participants are invited to present project work and share their experience in the program to classmates and their trainers at graduation. 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (Creative Industries focus) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (Creative Industries focus) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (Creative Industries focus) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (Creative Industries focus) Full day excursion Stradbroke Island Day Trip 8.00 am.00 pm Pick up from campus, board ferry to Cleveland and visit Amity Point for a walk along the beach (fish and chips plus dessert provided) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm 1.5 kilometre walk to Point Lookout, visit to Brown Lake (a beautiful freshwater lake tinted by the surrounding tea tree leaves), travel back to Acacia Ridge campus to arrive at approximately 5.45 pm (optional extra, additional fees apply) 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Develop an Understanding of Contemporary Culture 9.00 am.00 pm Investigate Sculptural Materials and Processes; Investigate Ceramic Materials and Processes 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop - Skills and Techniques to Sculpt 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Investigate Printmaking Materials and Processes 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop Morning session continued 9.00 am.00 pm Student presentations Graduation Ceremony (lunch provided) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Visit and explore GOMA 6 international.tafeqld.edu.au International Partnerships 7
MODERN CULINARY ARTS BARISTA AND COCKTAIL TRAINING Participate in a specialised English program focusing on culinary arts Visit a leading Australian employer in the hospitality industry to explore South Bank Parklands and Streets Beach Learn how to provide exceptional customer service Daily lunch provided at the South Bank Student This program will immerse participants in the world of modern hospitality services. Participants will learn how to make and serve espresso coee, how to provide exceptional customer service and learn the art of bartending. At the conclusion of the program, students will step into back-of-house operations for a fun workshop to experience a day in the life of a Patisserie Chef and try their hand at baking in a commercial kitchen. Participants are invited to share their experience with classmates and their trainers at graduation. SAMPLE 9.00 am.00 pm Oicial welcome, orientation, library induction and campus tour 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Brisbane Greeters tour Students will travel by foot and ferry to South Bank and the Epicurious Gardens, catch the City Hopper to Kangaroo Point Clis, visit Eagle Street Pier, continue along the boardwalk to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, walk through the Gardens to the Queensland University of Technology and Old Government House, visit the Treasury Casino and Hotel before crossing the Victoria Bridge back to South Bank. 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (Hospitality) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (Hospitality) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (Hospitality) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (Hospitality) Full day excursion Visit to the famous Gold Coast Movie World (optional extra, additional fees apply)* 9.00 am Pick-up from Acacia Ridge campus, transit to Movie World and Surfers Paradise 4.00 pm Return to Acacia Ridge campus *Students to bring their own lunch or purchase meal at Movie World 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Café Barista Training: Learn how to make espresso coee in TAFE Queensland s training restaurant 9.00 am.00 pm Hospitality industry visit 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Hospitality Workshop Cocktails and Bartending: Learn how to deliver classic cocktails in TAFE Queensland s hospitality training bar 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Food and Beverage Matching and Enhancing Customer Service Experiences 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Hospitality Workshop Western Cooking Methods 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Day in the Life of a Chef Patissier Optional library time prepare for graduation presentations 9.00 am.00 pm Student presentations Graduation Ceremony 1.00 pm Lunch provided at TAFE Queensland s training restaurant 8 international.tafeqld.edu.au International Partnerships 9
AUSTRALIAN APPRENTICES TRADES TRAINING CARPENTRY AND AUTOMOTIVE HIGH PERFORMANCE TESTING Training in state-of-the-art training facilities Visit an Australian electrical or automotive retailer Learn Australian processes, tools and equipment Learn how to run diagnostic testing on high performance vehicles Participants are required to attend classes from 9.00am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday. The program follows a period of formal academic study and practical training in the areas of building and construction and automotive engine reconditioning. The majority of the studies are practical in stimulated working environments. Participants are encouraged to engage with their peers and trainers to problem solve performance issues and test theories using the Dyno Monitor in Automotive High Performance Testing. In construction workshops, participants are encouraged to try and test their techniques in craftsmanship. Participants are invited to present project work and share their experience with classmates and their trainers at graduation. Personal Protection Equipment: Students will be expected to attend classes wearing appropriate safety gear. This equipment is referred to by TAFE Queensland as A Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) pack. The pack is included in the price and will be provided to students on their first day. SAMPLE 9.00 am.00 pm Oicial welcome and orientation, library induction, introduction to Apprenticeship training in Australia 1.00pm 3.00pm Campus tour, meet lecturers and collect PPE 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Queensland Carpentry Workshop Use Carpentry Tools and Equipment, Read and Interpret Plans, Use Flat pack Saw Horse 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Queensland Carpentry workshop Use Carpentry Tools and Equipment, Read Interpret Plans, Use Flat pack Saw Horse plus project work 9.00 am.00 pm pm TAFE Queensland Carpentry workshop Use Carpentry Tools and Equipment, Read Interpret Plans, Use Flat pack Saw Horse plus project work 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Queensland Carpentry workshop Use Carpentry Tools and Equipment, Read Interpret Plans, Use Flat pack Saw Horse plus project work Full day excursion Visit Australia Zoo (see native Australian animals including crocodiles, kangaroos and koalas) and Sunshine Coast beaches (optional extra, additional fees apply) 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Automotive Workshop Diesel Fuel Systems. Inspect and dismantle diesel engines. 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Automotive Workshop Dyno Monitor Testing and Operations: Test high performance vehicle on Dyno Monitor; see how vehicle performance is aected by faults and make changes to vehicle mapping 9.00 am.00 pm Industry visit 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Automotive Workshop Fluid Power: Hydraulics products, services and testing 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Automotive Workshop Automotive Diagnosis: Using the latest diagnosis scan tools, identifying faults, access data and functions of modern vehicles; active testing of components; oscilloscope testing and emissions testing 3.00 pm Optional library time prepare for graduation presentations 9.00 am.00 pm Presentations (sharing project work and key learnings) Graduation ceremony (lunch provided) international.tafeqld.edu.au International Partnerships
EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDY TOUR CARING FOR AND EDUCATING YOUNG CHILDREN SAMPLE 9.00 am.00 pm Oicial welcome, orientation and campus tour 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Local area/city tour 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (for the Childcare Industry) Technical English for the Child Care industry Industry visit to an Australian Child Care provider Learn how to create individual profiles and work with families to provide appropriate education and care Students will receive training in Queensland s best training facilities Participate in play group settings Experienced trainers from the Child Care industry will share the latest trends and research in Early Childhood Education and Care. Participants will train in a simulated play group setting and have the opportunity to engage with Australian students also training to work in the industry. This program is focused on sharing industry insights and expectations for workers in the Child Care industry e.g. Preschool Assistants. Program content includes healthy food and drink provisions for children in childcare, how to engage with families and how to facilitate educational playgroups. This program is highly recommended for anyone seeking employment or further study in childcare or early schooling. Participants are invited to present project work and share their experience with classmates and their trainers at graduation. 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (for the Childcare Industry) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (for the Childcare Industry) 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Technical English (for the Childcare Industry) 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Childcare Workshop Provide Care for Babies and Toddlers. 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Childcare Workshop Provide Care for Babies and Toddlers. 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Childcare Workshop Promote and Provide Healthy Food and Drinks 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Childcare Workshop Ensure the Health and Safety of Children 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Childcare Workshop Promote and Provide Healthy Food and Drinks 1.00 pm 3.00pm TAFE Childcare Workshop Plan Engaging and Educational Activities 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Childcare Workshop Engaging with Families 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Childcare Workshop Prepare to Become a Preschool Assistant 3.00 pm 4.00pm Optional library time preparation time for graduation presentations 9.00 am.00 pm Student presentations (sharing project work and key learnings) Graduation ceremony (lunch provided) international.tafeqld.edu.au International Partnerships 13
NEW AGE TECHNOLOGIES WEBSITE DESIGN, ROBOTICS AND APPS SAMPLE 9.00 am.00 pm Oicial welcome, orientation and campus tour 1.00pm 3.00 pm Local area/city tour Learn skills to get the most out of software products Learn how to create and maintain a website Perform experiments with robotics Explore 3D modelling Engage with industry Study in Queensland s best training facilities Experienced trainers from the IT industry will share the latest trends in software design and development. This program is focused on sharing Australian industry insights and teaching introductory skills and techniques across IT majors. Australia is a leader in IT innovation. TAFE Queensland is directly engaged with IT professionals to maintain the currency of our curriculum. Trainers in this program have real-world experience working with clients in the industry and will share those experiences with participants. Participants are encouraged to be creative with their design and have collaborative discussions with their trainers and classmates about the direction of IT service industries. Participants are invited to present project work and share their experience with classmates and their trainers at graduation. 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Software Development: Learn to develop and customise software programs (even games!), this is a hands-on programming workshop to develop skills and test techniques to help people get the most out of software products 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Software Development 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Build Basic Websites: Learn skills to create, manage and operate websites 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop Build Basic Websites: Learn skills to create, manage and operate websites 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop 3D Modelling: Introduction to Trimble Sketchup, the most widely used 3D modelling software, under expert instruction learn the basic tools and techniques to get started in the 3D world 9.00 am.00 pm Industry visit 1.00 pm 3.00 pm TAFE Workshop 3D Modelling 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop App Design: Continue to explore software development and learn how to build apps 9.00 am.00 pm TAFE Workshop App Design 1.00 pm 3.00 pm Preparation time for graduation presentations 9.00 am.00 pm Student presentations (sharing project work and key learnings) Graduation ceremony (lunch provided) 14 international.tafeqld.edu.au International Partnerships 15
OPTIONAL EXTRAS NORTH STRADBROKE ISLAND BRISBANE DAY TRIP Stradbroke Island is a unique island situated one hour east of Brisbane, accessed by a 45 minute ferry ride. It is the second largest sand island in the world, the first being Fraser Island a few hours further north. The day s activities include fish and chips for lunch, a 1.5 kilometre beach walk, a visit to Brown Lake and a gelato pitstop. Brown Lake is a beautiful, freshwater lake which is coloured by the surrounding tea tree leaves. The lake is very clean and is a great spot for an afternoon swim. During the day s activities students are likely to see wild kangaroos, turtles and dolphins. SKYRAIL RAINFOREST CABLEWAY, KURANDA SCENIC RAILWAY AND TJAPUKAI ABORIGINAL CULTURAL CENTRE CAIRNS HALF DAY TRIP Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable six-person gondola cabins, the Skyrail journey immerses guests in an intimate rainforest experience where you ll see, hear, smell and become part of the tropical rainforest environment. The Skyrail experience takes approximately 1 ½ hours and includes spending time at the two rainforest mid-stations. Allow 20 minutes for each station, to enjoy Ranger guided boardwalk tours and visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre, lookouts and historical displays. GOLD COAST S SURFERS PARADISE BEACH AND SHOPPING BRISBANE, GOLD COAST OR TOOWOOMBA HALF DAY Visit the Gold Coast famous Surfers Paradise. Participants will have the opportunity to go shopping and enjoy the Gold Coast s pristine beaches. GOLD COAST S WARNER BROTHERS MOVIE WORLD BRISBANE, GOLD COAST OR TOOWOOMBA HALF DAY Movie World is a hive of fun and action. The theme park oers a range of thrill rides and entertainment. The famous Kuranda Scenic Railway was built over 0 years ago and winds its way through the tropical mountain ranges between Cairns and Kuranda. This package includes time for participants to explore Kuranda The Village in the Rainforest where there are plenty of rainforest walks, markets, cafés, restaurants, and galleries to visit. Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is located within walking distance of Skyrail s Smithfield Terminal and combines dance, history and legends to create a dynamic interpretation of 40,000 years of culture. CAIRNS CITY TOUR AND NORTHERN BEACHES AUSTRALIA ZOO BRISBANE, GOLD COAST OR TOOWOOMBA HALF DAY TRIP Australia Zoo is a unique wildlife conservation facility one hour north of Brisbane on Queensland s Sunshine Coast. It oers upclose and personal encounters with endangered species. The Zoo keepers are passionate about wildlife and creating a memorable experience for every visitor. Visitors are welcome to a variety of shows throughout the day including koalas and crocodiles. CAIRNS HALF DAY TRIP Tour includes a guided coach tour of Cairns City, beaches and tourist hot spots. IMPORTANT INFORMATION TAFE Queensland can assist with the arrangement of the Terms and conditions: following activities: Travel and health Insurance is not included. TAFE Queensland Accommodation homestay or apartment style has a preferred health insurance provider, Allianz, for visitor and overseas student visa insurance ovhcallianzassistance.com.au Daily transport TAFE Queensland does not accept any responsibility for matters occurring outside of training hours. It is expected that GREEN ISLAND Airport transfers study tour organisers arrange appropriate travel insurance. CAIRNS HALF DAY OR FULL DAY TRIP: Meals two or three meals a day with homestay provider or Prices advertised are conditional until a study tour quotation lunch only arranged by TAFE Queensland. is signed between the study tour organisers and TAFE Green Island is a beautiful coral cay on Australia s Great Barrier Reef. Green Island is a Marine National Park with unique Queensland. rainforests surrounded by white sandy beaches and magnificent coral reefs with abundant marine life. The visit takes two English Language Training: Students must be over 18 or accompanied by a parent or hours and includes the choice of snorkeling gear or a glass bottom boat tour. Reef Rocket is a modern comfortable It s very important for the students study experience and the Legal Guardian. air-conditioned high-speed catamaran with a relaxed atmosphere. Travel time to Green Island is 45 minutes from overall success of the program that participants meet the minimum Quotation letters must be signed six weeks prior to arrival. Cairns. Passengers can take part in the many activities available or simply relax on the beach. The friendly crew will help English level of 5.0 IELTS (or equivalent). If there is any uncertainly Full payment of the study tour quotation is due three weeks participants to organise activities to make the most of the time on Green Island. we can arrange a placement test prior to their arrival and if prior to the commencement of the study tour. needed, arrange a translator for the duration of the program. The minimum English language requirement for this 16 international.tafeqld.edu.au program is IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent). International Partnerships 17
BRISBANE Acacia Ridge 247 Bradman Street Acacia Ridge Qld 41 Bracken Ridge 157 Norris Road Bracken Ridge Qld 47 Caboolture Tallon Street Caboolture Qld 45 Eagle Farm 776 Kingsford Smith Drive Eagle Farm Qld 40 Grovely Fitzsimmons Street Keperra Qld 44 Loganlea 50-68 Armstrong Road Meadowbrook Qld 4131 Mt Gravatt Cavendish Road Mt Gravatt Qld 42 South Bank 66 Ernest Street South Brisbane Qld 41 BUNDABERG Bundaberg 8 Walker Street Bundaberg Qld 4670 CAIRNS Cairns Gatton, Newton, Eureka & Wilkinson Streets Manunda Cairns Qld 4870 GOLD COAST HERVEY BAY Hervey Bay 47-95 Urraween Road Pialba Qld 4655 SUNSHINE COAST Maroochydore 170 Horton Parade Maroochydore Qld 4558 Mooloolaba 34 Lady Musgrave Drive Mountain Creek Qld 4557 Nambour 91 Windsor Road Nambour Qld 4560 Sunshine Coast Health Institute 6 Doherty Street Birtinya Qld 4575 TOOWOOMBA Toowoomba 0 Bridge Street Toowoomba Qld 4350 TOWNSVILLE Bohle 763 Ingham Road Bohle Townsville Qld 48 Pimlico Cnr of Hugh Street & Fulham Road Pimlico Townsville Qld 48 WHITS Whitsundays Shute Harbour Road Cannonvale Qld 48 Ashmore Cnr Heeb Street & Benowa Road Ashmore Qld 4214 Coomera 198 Foxwell Road Coomera Qld 42 Southport 91-99 Scarborough Street Southport Qld 4215 Southport Hospitality Nerang Street Southport Qld 4215 +61 7 3244 50 international.tafeqld.edu.au Disclaimer: All information was accurate at time of publication; however, TAFE Queensland policies, tuition fees, competencies and course content is subject to change without notice. Please note, not all programs are delivered at every campus. For further information visit international.tafeqld.edu.au 18 international.tafeqld.edu.au