Student testimonials
Read what some of our international students have to say about studying the English language and Certificate and Diploma programs at Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE.
Jin Woo Choi (David)
Korea
"When I came to Cairns to study, at first I couldn't decide which school I would go to. But after getting information about every school, I choose Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE because it is guaranteed by the Queensland Government. What I liked about the time at TAFE most was the devoted and kind teachers. I really enjoyed Happy-Hour meals that were served by training students and I spent the best time with my classmates during camping in Cape Kimberly. They taught me enthusiastically and I could realise how to improve my English from them. I'll never forget the wonderful experiences at TAFE as well as the good weather in Cairns."
Keiko Mihashi
Japan
"The first I knew little English and found it difficult to talk to English speaking people. Meeting everyone here at TAFE has helped me to understand English much more and feel more comfortable and social making travelling and experiences easier."
Lorena Oses
Spain - Barcelona
"I think that studying at TAFE has been the best selection. TAFE has a high level of teaching, all facilities you need and a friendly atmosphere. It's a serious English school and that's the main reason for my selection. And I have enjoyed learning English at TAFE very much!!"
Emi from Japan (left)
Certificate IV in Massage
"The teachers and my classmates at Cairns TAFE have been very helpful and supportive. Cairns is a great place to live and study and I have made many new friends. The people are friendly and I feel very comfortable here."
Cindy from Austria (Right)
Certificate IV in Massage
"I am finding my studies with the Cairns TAFE to be very interesting and my teachers and classmates are very helpful. Cairns is nice place to live and study. The people are very friendly and open-minded and it has a multicultural atmosphere."
Gurpreet from India
Diploma of Hospitality Management
"I am really enjoying the teaching style at Cairns TAFE. My teachers are highly qualified and they focus on teaching me practical skills that I can use in the "real world". I also find the facilities here to be very useful such as the library, electronic learning centre and canteen. Cairns is a great place to live and study. I chose to study Hospitality Management in Cairns as it is a major centre for international tourism and I hope to go onto a successful tourism and hospitality career when I finish my course."
Nadia from Switzerland (Left)
Diploma of Hospitality Management
"I like the atmosphere at Cairns TAFE. Both the teachers and my fellow students have a friendly and caring attitude which helps make the course enjoyable. Cairns is also a great place to live and study because there are so many friendly and open-minded people."
Kiong Hang Tong Malaysia (Right)
Diploma of Hospitality Management
"Cairns TAFE provides me with a friendly multicultural environment in which to learn. The teachers are friendly, highly qualified and always willing to provide me with any extra help I need. The facilities are also very good and I spend a lot of time using the extensive library collection to assist with my studies. Cairns is a beautiful place. The weather is great, the people are friendly and it's easy to get around because there is no heavy traffic like in the bigger cities."
Asaf from Israel
Certificate III in Hospitality
"I'm finding my course to be very interesting and challenging. The Chefs here are great teachers and my classmates help make learning fun. The lifestyle in Cairns is great. The whole Cairns region is full of interesting and fun activities and the weather and people are great."