Government-regulated
Australian qualification, regulated by ASQA, studied in India
Earn a TAFE NSW Qualification in India. Progress to an Australian Degree.
Study at KCIC, TAFE NSW's partner in India. ASQA-regulated. Pathways to university.
Why TAFE NSW?
Job-ready skills
Practical, industry-focused training
Faster degree
Diploma credit towards a bachelor's degree
Who's behind your child's qualification?
ASQA
Australia's national regulator for vocational training. Registers and checks training providers.
TEQSA
Australia's national regulator for higher education. Registers and checks degree providers.
TAFE NSW
Australia's largest training provider. Owned by the NSW Government. Teaches and awards the qualification.
KCIC
TAFE NSW's partner in India. Teaches and supports your child, close to home.
ASQA checks TAFE NSW. TAFE NSW checks KCIC. TAFE NSW awards the qualification.
TAFE NSW: RTO 90003 (ASQA) · Provider ID PRV12049 (TEQSA) · CRICOS 00591E
Who checks the quality?
Australia has two national regulators. ASQA regulates the course your child studies at KCIC. TEQSA regulates the degree they can progress to.
ASQA (vocational training)
- Registers training providers
- Approves vocational courses
- Checks against national standards
- Covers Certificates and Diplomas
- Acts if standards slip
TEQSA (higher education)
- Registers higher education providers
- Accredits degree courses
- Checks against national standards
- Covers Bachelor and higher degrees
- Acts if standards slip
ASQA also regulates Australian qualifications delivered overseas, including at KCIC in India.
Your TAFE NSW pathway
Every Australian qualification has a level on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Certificate IV
ASQA 6 to 12 months
Diploma
ASQA 1 to 1.5 years
Advanced Diploma
ASQA 1.5 to 2 years
Bachelor degree
TEQSA 3 years
How students learn: Practical tasks, projects and workplace skills.
Full-time. Varies by course.
From KCIC to university
TAFE NSW lists over 3,300 credit pathways with 33 universities and higher education providers. KCIC students have the same acceptance with these TAFE NSW partners.
- Study at KCIC. Complete a TAFE NSW Diploma or Advanced Diploma at KCIC in India.
- Apply to university. Use a TAFE NSW pathway, the same as any TAFE NSW graduate.
- Receive credit. Skip subjects you have already covered.
- Graduate. Full bachelor's degree. Less time. Lower cost.
| After TAFE NSW | Typical credit | Time saved |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma | Up to 1 year of a 3-year degree | Up to 1 year |
| Advanced Diploma | Up to 2 years in some courses | Up to 2 years |
A TAFE NSW Diploma of Information Technology can earn 80 of 240 credit points in a Western Sydney University computing degree. That's one full year.
Plan My PathwayWhat students usually need
- Completed Year 12 or equivalent
- English test (e.g. IELTS) at the course's required score
- Australian student visa (only if continuing in Australia)
- Overseas Student Health Cover (only if continuing in Australia)
Exact requirements depend on the course. Universities decide all credit transfer.
Check it yourself
training.gov.au
RTO 90003
Visit training.gov.auTEQSA National Register
TAFE NSW Higher Education
Visit TEQSACRICOS
Provider code 00591E
Visit CRICOSAlso see pathways at credittransfer.tafensw.edu.au
Quick answers
What is TAFE NSW?
Australia's largest training provider, owned by the NSW Government.
What is ASQA?
The national regulator for vocational training in Australia.
What is TEQSA?
The national regulator for higher education in Australia.
Why are there two regulators?
TAFE NSW offers both vocational courses (ASQA) and degrees (TEQSA).
Is credit guaranteed?
Many pathways are guaranteed. The university always makes the final decision.
Is a qualification earned at KCIC a real TAFE NSW qualification?
Yes. TAFE NSW awards it, and ASQA regulates it.
Talk to us
Let's plan your child's pathway, from a TAFE NSW qualification in India to a full degree.
admission@cornerstone.edu.inTAFE NSW (Technical and Further Education Commission) is registered with ASQA (RTO 90003) and TEQSA (PRV12049), CRICOS 00591E. KCIC is TAFE NSW's delivery partner in India and is not part of TAFE NSW, ASQA or TEQSA. Universities make all credit transfer decisions. Visa outcomes are decided by the Australian Government.