International Student Advisors (ISAs) are essential in guiding international learners to succeed at TasTAFE. As the first point of contact, ISAs welcome students at orientation, offering clear, personalised advice on enrolment conditions, visa requirements, and cultural adjustment. This support ensures students feel confident and informed about their journey in Tasmania. ISAs connect learners to internal and external resources and services, fostering an inclusive environment where students thrive academically and socially. Their dedicated guidance enhances well-being and empowers international learners to achieve their goals at TasTAFE.
Your Dedicated International Student Advisor for an Exciting Journey
Our advisors are committed to making your experience in Tasmania productive and enjoyable. They will reach out to you before your arrival with essential information about orientation and course start dates and continue to support you throughout your studies.
Our International Student Advisors can assist you with:
- Accommodation and Transport: Finding suitable housing and understanding local transport to ensure you are comfortably settled.
- Orientation: Familiarizing you with Hobart or Launceston and the TasTAFE campus to help you feel at home.
- Practical Advice: Offering guidance on financial matters, visa requirements, legal issues, and health concerns to alleviate any stress.
- Well-being Support: Connecting you with counselling services and advocacy if needed.
- Social Integration: Helping you make connections with other international students through social groups and events.
- Participation and Progress: Addressing any issues that may impact your attendance or performance to keep you on track.
- Additional Services: Facilitating access to other support services within TasTAFE and the broader community.
You should maintain regular contact with your International Student Advisor to make the most of these resources.
For more information on living, studying, and working in Tasmania, visit Study Tasmania's website, which includes a helpful checklist for pre-arrival preparations.
International Student Support Specialists (ISSSs) are committed to ensuring international learners thrive at TasTAFE. They provide tailored support through workshops, in-class observations, and personalized one-on-one sessions, helping students overcome language, cultural, and academic barriers. By collaborating with teachers early, ISSSs identify and address learning gaps, equipping students with the tools to excel in their vocational education and training. Their dedicated support fosters a welcoming environment, empowering international students to achieve their goals and succeed in Tasmania’s vibrant community.
International Student Support Specialists provide additional assistance with English language, study skills and more.
To further support your success, the International Study Support Specialists offer ongoing assistance with English language proficiency and study skills. They provide flexible one-on-one appointments and small group tutorials covering:
- Academic Support: Editing and proofreading assignments, paraphrasing and referencing, understanding assignment questions.
- Soft Skills Development: Workplace and social communication skills, time management.
- Job Seeking Assistance: Interview preparation and practice, professional resume development and cover letter writing.
- Test Preparation: Guided practice for English language tests (IELTS, PTE, OET) and the Driver Knowledge Test (for an Australian Drivers Licence).
