Access & Equity Assistance

Our access and equity assistance aims to increase opportunities for those who demonstrate a desire to participate in education and may not be able to do so due to financial hardship.

Apply now for an Access & Equity Assistance

This assistance are designed to improve access to education for you if you are disadvantaged and/or overcoming obstacles to pursuing your studies at SWTAFE in addition to financial hardship.

Selection is based on:

  • Applicants need to be able to demonstrate financial hardship
  • Applicants should be able to articulate their commitment and motivation to the course and area of study
  • Australian citizen or permanent residents 
  • Further conditions apply for Diploma level students (VET Student Loans are available)