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Federation University Pathways – Your ticket to staying in Gippsland
TAFE Gippsland and Federation University have teamed up to make it easier than ever to move from TAFE to uni without leaving the region. Whether you’re starting out or looking to take the next step, we’ve got your back with supported pathways into higher education.
What you’ll get:
- Smooth transitions from TAFE courses to uni degrees
- Extra support for learners from all backgrounds
- Opportunities to join local research and workforce projects
- A shared commitment to Gippsland’s future
Still at school and already thinking about uni?
Get a head start by taking a VET course as part of Year 10, 11 or 12. It’s a smart way to build skills now and set yourself up for future uni pathways.
How it works:
- Many TAFE Gippsland diplomas provide credit (up to 120 points) toward Federation University bachelor degrees
- The Diploma of Nursing guarantees entry straight into second year of a Bachelor of Nursing
- If you’ve finished VCE, VCE-VM or courses like the Certificate III in Mumgudhal tyama-tiyt, you’ll have guaranteed access to Federation’s FAST (Federation Access Studies) program
Choose your pathway to Federation University
With nearly 30 formal study pathways already in place, you can step from your TAFE course straight into a related degree – especially in industries that are growing right here in Gippsland.
TAFE Gippsland courses that connect you to Federation University
Health & Community Services Pathways
TAFE Gippsland Qualification Pathway | Federation University Qualification |
CHC2202 Certificate II in Community Services ↓ CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services ↓ CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Children, Youth and Families) → CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) → | |
CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services or CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs ↓ CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs → | |
CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services or CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health ↓ CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health → | |
CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services or CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services ↓ CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work → | |
CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services or CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services ↓ CHC5021 Diploma of Community Services → CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services Forensic/Statutory Stream (ACWA accredited) → | |
CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services or CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services ↓ CHC5021 Diploma of Community Services → CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services Case Management Specialisation → | |
CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services or CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community) ↓ CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support ↓ HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing → |
Early Education and Care
| TAFE Gippsland Qualification | Federation University Qualification | ||
CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services ↓ CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood ↓ CHC50113 and CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care → | TK5 Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) | ||
Business
| TAFE Gippsland Qualification | Federation University Qualification | |||
BSB30120 Certificate III in Business ↓ BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management → | ||||
BSB30120 Certificate III in Business ↓ BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management → | BU5 Bachelor of Business (Accounting) | |||
FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping ↓ FNS50217 & FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting → | ||||
BSB30120 Certificate III in Business ↓ FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping ↓ FNS50217 & FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting → | ||||
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TAE40116 & TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment → (Requires prior industry and vocational experience and credentials as a pre-requisite entry requirement) | TV3 Associate Degree of Vocational Education and Training | |||
BSB30120 Certificate III in Business ↓ BSB50120 Diploma of Business → | ||||
Food and Fibre, Forestry
| TAFE Gippsland Qualification | Federation University Qualification | |||
AHC21024 Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management ↓ AHC31424 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management ↓ AHC51116 & AHC51120 Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management → | SI5 Bachelor of Science | |||
Engineering
| TAFE Gippsland Qualification | Federation University Qualification | |||
22632VIC Certificate II in Engineering Studies ↓ MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade) apprenticeship or MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade - Boilermaking) apprenticeship ↓ MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering → | FAO Foundation Access Studies (FAST) completion of 2 compulsory units ↓ | |||
Federation Access Studies (FAST)
| TAFE Gippsland Qualification | Federation University Qualification | ||
Victorian Certificate of Education – Vocational Major ↓ 22474VIC Certificate III in General Education ↓ 22606VIC Certificate III in Mumgudhal tyama-tiyt community, connection and pathways ↓ Diploma level study TAFE Gippsland or → Certificate IV level study TAFE Gippsland or → Victorian Certificate of Education – scored and non scored → | FAO Foundation Access Studies (FAST) |
Need a hand covering costs?
There are scholarships to help students transitioning from TAFE Gippsland to. These scholarships help cover things like tuition, placement travel and general living costs.
Visit the Federation University of Australia website to find out more and apply.
“The scholarship has helped me a lot. It shows great compassion in supporting my journey to become a Registered Nurse.”
– Rebekah, 2024 recipient
“This scholarship is assisting me to pay tuition fees, reducing my financial burden.”
– Paulwyn, 2024 recipient
“TAFE Gippsland gave me the stepping stone to pursue my Bachelor of Nursing. Now I can enhance my skills to better care for others.”
– Tahlia, scholarship recipient
