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    International certificate and diploma academic calendar dates

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    At TAFE NSW, our academic calendar helps you learn while giving you time to rest. Whether you start in February or July, you’ll have a balanced year with time for study and breaks.

    If you’re an international student, the academic year has two semesters. Each semester has four terms, with breaks in between.

     

    2025 calendar

    Semester 1 (February intake) Dates (2025)
    Term 1 (February intake)

    3 February - 13 April
    Autumn break

    14 - 27 April
    Term 2 (April* intake)

    28 April - 22 June
    Winter break

    7 - 20 July
    Semester 2 (July intake) Dates (2025) 
    Term 3 (July intake)

    21 July - 28 September
    Spring break

    29 September - 12 October
    Term 4 (September* intake)

    13 October - 7 December
    Summer break

    8 December - TBA
    *Only available for some courses.  
     

    2026 calendar

    Semester 1 (February intake) Dates (2026)
    Term 1 (February intake)

    2 February - 5 April
    Autumn break

    6 - 19 April
    Term 2 (April* intake)

    20 April - 21 June
    Winter break

    6 - 19 July
    Semester 2 (July intake) Dates (2026) 
    Term 3 (July intake)

    20 Jul - 27 September
    Spring break

    28 September - 11 October
    Term 4 (September* intake)

    12 October - 6 December
    Summer break

    7 December - TBA
    *Only available for some courses.  
     

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    Orientation details

    Our international student orientation sessions cover everything you need to know about studying at TAFE NSW and living in Australia. Read our helpful guide to find out more and find a suitable session.

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    Support

    At TAFE NSW we ensure every international student has the support of an International Customer Experience Coordinator. You can find the contact details for your local coordinator on our support page.

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    FAQs

    Have a question about enrolment, payments or available support services? Visit our frequently asked questions for everything you need to know about studying at TAFE NSW as an international student.

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    Our International Customer Experience Coordinator's are here to help you. They can assist you in finding the right support service.

    You can also check out our international student frequently asked questions.


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