Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Thames International College Pty Ltd is a registered training organisation (RTO 45939) regulated by ASQA, and a CRICOS provider (04079M) approved to deliver courses to international students. Registration is current through 14 November 2031 — you can verify it on the national register.

Yes. Every qualification we deliver is from a national training package and appears on our scope of registration. Qualifications are recognised across Australia under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Yes — Thames is a CRICOS-registered provider. International students generally need a Student visa (subclass 500), and must meet the course's academic and English entry requirements. Confirm which qualifications and intakes are currently open to international students with our admissions team.

English requirements vary by qualification — typically demonstrated by IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL or an equivalent test, or a recognised English pathway. Contact the college for the current requirement for your chosen course.

Tuition and non-tuition fees vary by qualification and are set out in your Letter of Offer before you accept. Contact admissions for the current fee schedule for your chosen course.

Intake dates vary by qualification and are confirmed at the time of application. Send an enquiry and we'll share the next available start dates.

Level 2, 118 Walker Street, North Sydney, NSW, 2060 — a short walk from North Sydney station, Luna Park and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Individual Support and Early Childhood Education and Care qualifications include workplace components in real services. Placement arrangements and requirements are confirmed by the college before enrolment.

Yes. You can apply for credit transfer for equivalent completed units, or recognition of prior learning (RPL) for relevant skills and experience, during enrolment.

Additional classes where needed, accessible trainers, reasonable adjustments, and individual assistance — plus advice on course progress and attendance for international students.

Thames maintains a complaints and appeals process that is fair, prompt and confidential — start by contacting the college. International students can also access external avenues such as the Overseas Students Ombudsman. See Policies & ESOS.

No. Career, further-study and migration outcomes depend on individual circumstances. Thames provides quality training and support, but no education provider can guarantee employment or visa outcomes — treat any such promise, from anyone, as a red flag.