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International students

Tasmanian Government High Schools have many options for international students looking to study in Australia. We have a proud history of delivering high quality education to students from all over the world.

By studying in a Tasmanian Government High School you will are provided opportunities to attend the best Universities in Australia and beyond.

Our program includes:

  • Senior High School (Secondary College) - Year 11-12
  • High School - Year 7-10
  • ‘GAP’ Tasmania – short term study abroad (2 weeks – 1  year)
  • Bridging Program - a 10 week course commencing in September for senior secondary college students prior to entering Year 11
  • Primary School - Prep-Grade 6
  • Study tours – short term experiences for individuals and groups

Tasmanian Government High Schools tuition fees are among the most competitive in Australia.

For information on fees, intake dates, homestay accommodation, or to arrange for one of our international education team to contact you directly, enquire now!

http://international.education.tas.edu.au/Pages/ContactUs.aspx 

Why choose Tasmania? The top 5 reasons.

  1. Qualify for Australia’s top Universities:
    Tasmania has a unique system that offers students the best chance to maximise ATAR (University entry) scores. Study at UTAS, ANU, UNSW, Monash, University of South Australia, University of Queensland among many others.
  2. No preparation courses:
    ESL is delivered alongside mainstream courses, meaning flexible intake dates and direct entry to Government Schools.
  3. High % of local students = excellent learning environment.
    All classes are combined with local students providing strong opportunities to improve English language skills without distraction from other international students.
  4. Highly competitive living expenses and tuition fees.
    Our tuition fees are among the most competitive in Australia – escape the expensive larger cities and receive the same high quality Australian tuition.
  5. Safe and unique learning environment.
    Tasmania is small and friendly – getting around is safe and easy. We also have the cleanest air in the world. Study and focus in a beautiful environment.

Enquire now!

Phone: +61 3 6233 3020
Email: info@geti.tas.gov.au
Website: http://international.education.tas.edu.au

Dependent students

If you are moving to Tasmania to study or work on a temporary resident Visa, your children are very welcome to study with us. Known as ‘dependent’ students, Tasmanian Government High Schools accept many students every year.

Dependant students can enrol at the local school in their 'home area' - the school nearest to their new Tasmanian home. Most dependent students are required to pay tuition fees to attend a Tasmanian Government High School:

  • full year AUD $5500
  • per week AUD $141

Some Dependant students are exempt from paying any tuition fees – examples include parents that are in Tasmania on:

  • Permanent Visas
  • Temporary (Provisional) Visas
  • AusAID Scholarship Holders
  • Partner Migration Visas; and
  • Permanent Residents of New Zealand.
  • 457 and 574 Visas

For more information on dependent students in Tasmania or to apply now, please visit our international education unit’s website

Contact information

Are you looking for more information on studying in a Tasmanian Government High School?

Contact our international office for advice on a program that is suitable for you.

Phone: +61 3 6233 3020
Email: info@geti.tas.gov.au
International education website

If you are in Tasmania and would like to meet with us in person, we are located at:

Murray House, 77 Murray Street
Hobart, Tasmania 7001
AUSTRALIA

Emergency after hours phone number: 03 6231 1003 (International + 613 6231 1003)
Our CRICOS provider number: 03041M

This page has been produced by the Department of Education

Questions concerning its content may be directed by email to ServiceCentre@education.tas.gov.au or telephone 1800 816 057.

This page was last modified on 16th January 2012. The URL for this page is: http://www.education.tas.gov.au/school/parents/international.

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