Frequently Asked Questions
Our hope is to provide high quality vocational education in a caring environment where you feel valued.
Here are some frequently asked questions to help guide your decision to study at Bedford.
If there is anything else we can assist you with, please feel free to get in touch.
Entry and enrolment
What are the entry requirements?
Entry requirements differ between domestic and international students.
Do I need an ATAR for entry?
Domestic students do not require an ATAR to enrol in Bedford College. The minimum academic requirement is completion of Year 10 (RoSA).
How do I enrol?
To apply to study at Bedford College, download a Course Guide and we’ll be in touch with further details.
Our friendly team will chat with you about courses, fees and the enrolment process.
Alternatively, you can give us a call on 1300 174 174.
Courses and study
What courses do you offer?
Do you have self-paced courses that can be completed online?
All face-to-face courses offered at Bedford College are also able to be completed online. This will entail completing all course content in a self-paced manner, ideal for prospective students who partake in other commitments such as work and family life in conjunction with their studies.
Can I study part-time?
We value flexibility, which is why we offer part-time and full-time options for study.
What is the structure of each course?
Courses delivered at Bedford are structured in line with the qualification package requirements as outlined by training.gov.org
For a specific course outline, including how many hours of practicum are required, visit the courses page.
Where can I study?
We deliver our nationally recognised courses on-campus and online.
For face-to-face classes, we have a campus in Norwest and in the Sydney CBD.
Do you offer scholarships?
Scholarships* may be available to domestic students as a reduction in fees distributed evenly across the duration of their course of study. Selection will be determined on the basis of the student’s application/personal statement, fulfilment of the equity requirements of the scholarship and, if required, an interview.
*Excludes students who are eligible for Smart & Skilled or other funding.
*Not available for international students.
Do you offer Smart and Skilled?
From time-to-time, Bedford offers Smart and Skilled places for specific qualifications. Visit the Smart and Skilled page to keep up-to-date with the latest information.
Domestic students residing in NSW may be eligible for the Smart and Skilled program where courses are either fee-free or subsidised. To determine if you’re eligible, click here.
Costs and payment
What are the course costs?
What are the options for student payment?
Domestic students may be eligible for a VET Student Loan if they meet the eligibility criteria. This will enable students to borrow to a certain threshold, depending on the course.
Bedford also offers study loans that can provide finance for students seeking assistance in payment for their education. This will include a simple interest-free payment plan to suit your needs. Weekly, fortnightly, monthly or term payments can be made by Direct Debit either through your bank account or credit card.
The student/feepayer may complete a Direct Debit Authorisation form which will operate until the College receives the full amount of the cost of the course. A completed Direct Debit Authorisation form must be submitted to the College on Orientation Day.
Note: Fees paid by Direct Debit must be paid at least 1 month (4 weeks) in advance. The Direct Debit option does not incur any additional fees or charges to the student/fee payer unless the direct debit is returned unpaid, in which case a bank fee will be added.
Do you offer VET student loans?
Domestic students may be eligible for a VET student loan for Diploma courses where you will incur a VSL debt that is due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid.