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Tertiary study generally refers to any education you undertake after completing secondary school. This includes university study (undergraduate and postgraduate) as well as Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses delivered by TAFEs and other registered training providers (RTOs).
Reception to Year 6
Years 7 to 12
Post-school education (university or TAFE SA)
Tertiary study can open up a wide range of opportunities by helping you gain recognised qualifications and develop skills for specific careers or services. For example, a nursing student learning to take a patient’s blood pressure, or an electrical apprentice learning to safely install and test wiring.
It can also help you to:
Build knowledge and practical, job-ready skills
Improve your employment prospects
Access careers that require formal training or accreditation
Develop transferable skills that can be applied across different industries and throughout life
Build confidence, and develop independence and problem-solving abilities
Tertiary study can help you work towards your career goals by:
Providing the specific skills and knowledge needed for your chosen industry
Creating pathways into professional or specialised roles
Allowing you to upskill, reskill, or change careers over time
Connecting you with industry through placements, networking, and real-world experience
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