Study Support

Do you need help with your studies? Free support sessions are available to help you succeed. Assistance is available in maths, computer skills, spelling and punctuation, understanding assessments, assignment writing, research and referencing. Pop in to see our friendly team.

The Learning Support Unit is a free and confidential service designed to help you build the skills you need to be successful at SWTAFE.

The teachers are a friendly team who can help students with all aspects of their study.  We offer one-on-one tutoring, classroom-based support, 24-hour support with Studiosity and drop-in sessions, so you can get the help you need, whenever you need it.  

We can help you with:

  • Assignment and essay writing
  • Referencing and research skills
  • Mathematics
  • Computer skills
  • Spelling and punctuation
  • Understanding assessments
  • Effective reading and note-taking
  • Presentations
  • Interpreting assignment questions
  • English language skills

Study help anywhere, anytime with Studiosity 

Get instant study help online after hours or writing support whenever you need it, FREE for SWTAFE students. Studiosity is a tool you can use to have work reviewed and gain valuable feedback in less than 24 hours.

You can ask a question and receive support when you may not be able to access teachers or learning support facilitators. 

You can access Studiosity through the Student Portal with your student ID number and password.

Drop into one of our free & friendly sessions or book an appointment

Warrnambool - call 5564 8929 or 0468 566 070

  • Monday to Friday: 10am - 1pm drop-in by availability (appointment recommended) or 1.30pm - 4pm by appointment
  • Monday to Thursday: 12pm - 1pm drop-in study sessions

Portland - call 5521 0444

  • Tuesday: 9.30am - 3.30pm
  • Thursday: 9.30am - 3.30pm

Hamilton - call 5551 4144

  • Thursday: 9.30am - 12.30pm

Colac - call 5564 8589​

  • Wednesday: ​9.30am - 12.30pm

Contact the Learning Support Unit

We're here for one-on-one support sessions or advice.

  • Call the Learning Support Unit Team Leader on 5564929 or 0468 566 070
  • Call customer service on 1300 648 911
  • Email studysupport@swtafe.edu.au