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The Diploma of Graphic Design trains students to become skilled graphic designers at the highest level.
Students are instructed in the use of current computer-based graphic design and web media software in conjunction with both print and online production technology. This is complemented by a sound foundation program in traditional design, typography and graphic design skills.
About the Course
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Local Students
-
International Students
- National Code:
21874VIC
- Cricos Code:
066708G
- Local Fees:
Eligible for govt subsidy: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidy: max $10,000
- International Fees:
A$10200pa
Campus:
Fairfield
Duration
Full-time:
2 years
Modes of Delivery
Classroom
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Successful students may continue on to further studies to complete a degree in their specialist field.
Career Opportunities
Excellent employment opportunities exist for the successful graduates of this course. Since 1980, this course has maintained a record of high employment for all second year students.
Prospective employers include advertising agencies, large and small design studios, advertising departments of large retail companies, packaging and publishing companies (newspapers, magazines and books), tradehouses (pre-press and large printing firms), as well as multimedia studios.
Graduates will work as support staff in advertising agencies, art and design studios and pre-press print industries.
The content of this course enables graduates to obtain employment throughout the range of graphic design industries.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Applicants must have completed Year 12 (including English). Mature age students who have not met this requirement are also encouraged to apply.
Generally, applicants will need to sit for a test and present for an interview. Applicants are advised to include a selected range of design and practical work in their folio. These may include technical and product drawings, illustrations, layouts and sketches.
Further details of entry requirements may be obtained on application to the department.
International Students:
Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher(or recognised equivalents). Mature Age. A recent portfolio relevant to course preference must accompany application.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment by coursework and folio presentation.
Materials
Throughout the course students are expected to supply additional materials when required.
Fees
You could be eligible for a government subsidised place if you meet the citizenship/residency requirements* and
- you are under 20 (on 1 January of the year you will be taking the course); OR
- you are applying for a qualification higher than the one you already have.
If you do not meet this criteria contact the department to discuss your options.
Students can now apply for VET FEE-HELP assistance to pay tuition fees for this course.
Please note:
*The fees listed below do not apply to students who commenced their studies at NMIT before 1 July 2010.
*The fees listed below do not apply to International Students (see About this course above).
* Students are still required to pay amenities and materials on top of the fees stated below.
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP**. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
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Code
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Subject
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Start Date
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Finish Date
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Census Date
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Hours
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Fees
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CUVCRS16A
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Prepare text and graphic files for printing processing
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17 Jul 2010
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11 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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50
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$145.00
$293.00
$5.00
$50.00
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CUVVSP12A
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Produce digital images
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8 Feb 2010
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7 Jun 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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50
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$145.00
$294.00
$5.00
$50.00
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ICPP252B
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Output images to film and paper
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15 Jul 2010
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11 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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30
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$87.00
$176.00
$5.00
$30.00
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BSBSBM403A
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Promote the business
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10 Feb 2010
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9 Jun 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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50
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$145.00
$294.00
$5.00
$50.00
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CUFSAF01B
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Follow health safety and security procedures
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12 Feb 2010
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11 Jun 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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16
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$46.40
$94.00
$5.00
$16.00
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CUSADM09A
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Address legal and administrative requirements
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12 Jul 2010
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8 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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50
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$145.00
$294.00
$5.00
$50.00
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CUVCRS04A
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Produce technical drawings
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22 Apr 2010
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16 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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50
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$145.00
$293.00
$5.00
$50.00
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CUVDSP02A
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Develop self as a designer
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9 Feb 2010
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12 Nov 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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60
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$174.00
$353.00
$5.00
$60.00
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CUVDSP11A
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Research and apply techniques for illstrative work
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8 Feb 2010
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7 Jun 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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50
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$145.00
$294.00
$5.00
$50.00
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ICPMM65DA
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Create web pages with multimedia
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15 Jul 2010
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11 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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50
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$145.00
$294.00
$5.00
$50.00
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VPAU010
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Analyse and implement sustainable work practices
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9 Feb 2010
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8 Jun 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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15
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$43.50
$88.00
$5.00
$15.00
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VPAU011
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Apply research and critical analysis to inform artistic and design practice
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9 Feb 2010
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11 Nov 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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100
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$290.00
$588.00
$5.00
$100.00
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VPAU012
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Use advanced drawing techniques to represent and communicate concepts
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11 Feb 2010
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11 Nov 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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100
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$290.00
$588.00
$5.00
$100.00
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VPAU013
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Apply the elements and principles of design
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9 Feb 2010
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12 Nov 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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100
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$290.00
$588.00
$5.00
$100.00
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VPAU014
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Manage creative and professional self
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9 Feb 2010
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9 Nov 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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60
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$174.00
$353.00
$5.00
$60.00
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VPAU015
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Plan and implement a project in the workplace
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8 Feb 2010
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12 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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200
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$580.00
$1,176.00
$5.00
$200.00
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VPAU050
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Produce typography in response to a brief
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10 Feb 2010
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8 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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140
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$406.00
$823.00
$5.00
$140.00
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VPAU051
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Create page layouts in response to a brief
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10 Feb 2010
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10 Nov 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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90
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$261.00
$529.00
$5.00
$90.00
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VPAU053
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Produce and scan complex digital images for reproduction
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12 Feb 2010
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11 Jun 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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54
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$156.60
$317.00
$5.00
$54.00
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VPAU054
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Produce a concept from a given brief
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50
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$145.00
$294.00
$5.00
$50.00
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VPAU055
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Produce artwork from concept to finished art stage
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12 Jul 2010
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8 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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50
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$145.00
$294.00
$5.00
$50.00
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VPAU056
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Create design concepts from a brief to produce 2-dimensional artwork to finished art stage
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15 Jul 2010
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10 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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50
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$145.00
$294.00
$5.00
$50.00
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VPAU057
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Create design concepts from a brief to produce 3-dimensional artwork to finished art stage
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9 Feb 2010
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8 Nov 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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70
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$203.00
$412.00
$5.00
$70.00
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VPAU058
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Produce files for multimedia production and display
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11 Feb 2010
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10 Jun 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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40
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$116.00
$235.00
$5.00
$40.00
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VPAU249
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Produce and create graphics in response to a brief
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12 Feb 2010
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12 Nov 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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90
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$261.00
$529.00
$5.00
$90.00
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**Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications, which must be provided as evidence of completion.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
You can apply for VET FEE-HELP if you’re a student studying in Australia who is:
- an Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder who is resident in Australia for the duration of the unit of study VET FEE-HELP is being applied for;
- enrolled on or before the census date* of an eligible unit of study through an approved VET provider;
- meet tax file number requirements;
- have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit
VET FEE-HELP allows eligible students to have all or part of their VET tuition fees paid by the Australian Government in the form of a loan**, regardless of whether you are eligible or not for a government funded place under Skills Reform.
Over their lifetime, students can access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay their VET tuition fees, articulate into university and then add their university costs until the maximum FEE-HELP maximum is reached. There is no age restriction on VET FEE-HELP.
For further information, contact the department directly or for general information on VET FEE-HELP visit the DEEWR website and download the VET FEE-HELP Information Booklet.
NMIT Statement of VET Tuition Assurance
* If you have requested a VET FEE-HELP loan, but change your mind about studying, you must either cancel your Request for VET FEE-HELP assistance (in writing to NMIT) or withdraw your enrolment in each unit of study on or before its census date or you will incur a debt.
** A loan fee of 20% applies to all VET FEE-HELP loans
