Personalise my view
Personalise my view

😊 Personalise my view

We use cookies, including those from third-party providers, to enhance your online experience and deliver personalised advertisements. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies and our privacy policy

Senior College

Complete year 11 and 12 in an adult-learning environment with our alternative education option. Our Senior College program is perfect for 15 to 17-year-olds in the Greater Brisbane area who are looking for a practical and independent alternative to the traditional high school system. 

Do Year 11 and 12 differently

Offered exclusively at our Alexandra Hills campus in Brisbane, this program allows students to complete Year 11 and 12 in a flexible, personal, and mature learning environment. Complete your Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) and work towards gaining an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR), if you choose to.

Best of all, choosing to do Year 11 and 12 differently gives you direct entry into the TAFE Queensland course of your choice after you graduate. Whatever your goal may be, we can help you make great happen.

View our course brochure for more information.

Why choose Senior College

A supportive program

TAFE Queensland offers a holistic range of student support services including:

  • Qualified counsellors
  • Career guidance via counsellors
  • Tutorial support
  • Mentor program
  • Career hub
  • Student events
  • Accessibility Support Officers.

Mentor program

All Senior College students are enrolled in our mentor program which is designed to prepare you for the challenges of study, regardless of your initial academic ability.

This program is embedded into the Social and Community Studies subject, allowing students to develop essential life skills while gaining four credits towards your QCE upon successful completion. This program is comprised of a variety of activities, discussions and guest speakers.

Our mentor program supports students throughout your time with us, enabling you to set and achieve clear, realistic goals for your future.

Year 12 students will also join the Career Hub in semester two of their mentor program. This prepares students for the completion of Year 12, equipping you with key skills required to be job ready. Focus on your career pathways and hear from an exciting roster of industry guest speakers to discuss various career choices.

Career hub

Year 12 students will also join the Career Hub in semester two of their Mentor Program. This prepares students for the completion of Year 12, equipping you with key skills required to be job-ready. You will get to focus on your career pathways and hear from an exciting schedule of industry guest speakers to discuss various career choices.

AccessAbility support

TAFE Queensland has AccessAbility Support Officers who:

  • offer confidential, friendly advice and support for any life situation
  • assist students to achieve their educational and career goals
  • encourage students to be independent and take responsibility for their course of study
  • liaise with relevant external agencies, organisations or government departments to gain assistance
  • undertake vocational training connected to that particular work area.

Enquire now

If you have any questions please feel free to call on (07) 3826 8407.

By submitting this form you are agreeing to TAFE Queensland’s Privacy Statement.

Understanding your options

Our Senior College program allows you to earn a QCE and ATAR outcome at the end of Year 12 by studying Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) registered subjects. Depending on your goals, these qualifications can help you transition to tertiary study or secure a job.

I want to go to university

The ATAR and QCE pathway:

  • we recommend six QCAA subjects
  • optional vocational certificate
  • could include a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SAT)
  • mentor program.

Leads to:

  • gaining an ATAR and QCE
  • employment
  • entrance to a TAFE Queensland diploma/university degree.

I want to start working

The employment pathway:

  • we recommend four QCAA subjects and one vocational certificate or five QCAA subjects
  • to complete, students need to have accumulated 20 points, including at least 12 core credits
  • mentor program.

Leads to:

  • QCE
  • vocational certificate(s)
  • employment
  • entrance to a TAFE Queensland diploma/university degree.

Senior College subjects