South Metropolitan TAFE

Accounting and Bookkeeping

This program provides comprehensive training in both manual and computerised accounting practices. You will learn essential skills for tasks such as completing business activity statements and other tax requirements, generating operational reports, preparing budgets, and classifying, recording, and reporting financial data. Graduates will be well-equipped to handle a range of accounting and bookkeeping duties crucial for business operations.

Advanced Diploma of Accounting

AUR20220 Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

This certificate prepares you for an apprenticeship as an automotive air conditioning specialist. You will gain practical skills and recognised qualifications to meet industry demands. South Metropolitan TAFE's Kwinana campus offers specialised training facilities, including purpose-built air conditioning rigs and a modern indoor workshop, ensuring a high-quality learning experience. The course focuses on servicing, retrofitting, modifying, and repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, alongside workplace safety and sustainability best practices.

Automotive Electrical

This program focuses on the automotive electrical field, equipping students with skills to inspect, service, and repair the electrical and electronic systems in vehicles. You will learn to perform diagnostics, troubleshoot issues, and install various electrical components, preparing you for a career in this specialized area of the automotive industry.

BSB50120 Diploma of Business

This nationally recognised qualification equips you with essential job-ready skills for a career in management or to start your own business. You will learn key leadership, policy, and finance skills within a simulated office environment, preparing you for real-world business challenges. The course focuses on developing strong communication, project management, and operational skills, enabling you to effectively manage budgets, meet deadlines, and find creative solutions to business problems. You'll gain practical experience using business management software and learn to lead and motivate teams.

Certificate III in Accounts Administration

This introductory certificate course equips you with fundamental accounting and financial administration skills, making you employable across various industries. You will learn essential bookkeeping, general ledger administration, and how to record financial transactions, maintain records, and create spreadsheets. The program also provides practical experience with popular accounting software like MYOB and XERO, and covers payroll procedures. Led by experienced industry professionals, this course is designed to prepare you for roles such as Accounts Assistant, Accounts Clerk, or Payroll Officer. It is an excellent starting point for school leavers, individuals seeking a career change, those re-entering the workforce, or business owners wanting to enhance their financial management capabilities.

ASEAN-Australia Awards Scholarships

Open to citizens of eligible ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Timor-Leste) applying for a master's degree by coursework or research at an Australian university. Applicants need a strong academic record, leadership potential, relevant work experience and English proficiency, and must meet Australian visa and health requirements. Exact terms are set each cycle by the Australian Government.

Forrest Research Foundation Post-doctoral Fellowships

Open to early-career post-doctoral researchers of any nationality and from all academic disciplines. Applicants must be in the final year of their PhD or no more than two years past PhD completion at the time of taking up the fellowship, be proficient in English, and meet the employment-eligibility conditions of the host Western Australian university. Fellows must reside at Forrest Hall in Perth for the full term and commit to mentoring Forrest Scholars, undertaking ambassadorial duties and providing leadership within Forrest Hall.

Hansen Scholarship at the University of Melbourne

Australian citizens, permanent residents or holders of an Australian temporary or permanent protection visa who are enrolled in an Australian Year 12 or IB programme, aged 16-20 at application, with a predicted ATAR of 90+ (or IB equivalent) and demonstrated financial hardship (e.g. a family receiving Centrelink benefits). Asylum seekers are eligible for full fee remission.

Australia Awards Scholarships

Open to citizens of ~30+ eligible developing countries (mostly the Indo-Pacific), who are not married to/engaged to an Australian or NZ citizen, meet academic and English requirements, and commit to returning home for at least 2 years after study. Fields must align with the partner country's development priorities.

University of Sydney International Research Scholarship (USydIS)

For international students undertaking a postgraduate research degree (a master's by research or a PhD) at the University of Sydney. It covers tuition fees and a living-allowance stipend; applicants need a strong research background and a confirmed place and supervisor for their research project.

University of Melbourne CIS PhD Scholarship

Open to domestic and international students of all nationalities. Applicants must hold a Master of Computer Science from the University of Melbourne, apply for the Doctor of Philosophy – Engineering and IT (Computing and Information Systems) programme (DR-PHILEIT), and demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership, and research potential. A research proposal, a personal statement, and a letter of support from the proposed PhD supervisor are required.