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This information is categorised under the following headings

• Educational institution information
• Education handbooks
• State/Territory Government education departments
• Career information
• Student Contribution which will be payable for a Commonwealth Supported Course
• Access and Equity programs
• Distance education and open learning
• Approved Course status

Educational institution information can be found on several Internet sites:

• Links to Australian university websites are accessible through the Services Australia intranet link to the National Course Approvals sub-site. This link is not available to the public.
• Find undergraduate and postgraduate courses on Course Seeker
• Find information about government assistance for tertiary study on StudyAssist
• Bridging, prevocational and preparatory courses are available through many tertiary institutions. Customers should refer to relevant handbook or directory or inquire directly to the admissions office of the institution for more information

All further education handbooks are accessible by contacting the educational institution directly or by visiting their website.

State/Territory Government education department websites provide links to further education providers in their State/Territory as well as other useful information for students (e.g. career information)

ACT Education Directorate

Department of Education NSW

Department of Education NT

Department of Education Training QLD

Department for Education SA

Department of Education TAS

Department of Education and Training VIC

Department of Education WA

Australian Jobs has career information and includes sections on job descriptions, personal requirements, education and training, employment opportunities and other useful information.

Myfuture is a free online career information service that assists with career planning, career pathways and work transitions.

For information about the Student Contribution, which will be payable for a Commonwealth Supported Course, see StudyAssist - Information for students about higher education in Australia.

Various education providers offer Access and Equity Programs for special needs/disadvantaged students. This includes courses, programs and services for special needs or disadvantaged students including Aboriginal students, disabled students and women. Customers should refer to the relevant handbook/directory or enquire directly through the Admissions Office of the relevant education provider for more information.

Information about distance education and open learning can be found through the State/Territory education departments listed above.

Approved Course Status can be confirmed through Service Centres, which have access to Approved Course listings. See Approved courses of study for Youth Allowance (YA), Austudy and Pensioner Education Supplement (PES).