CIT has an impressive 90 year history providing technical and further education in the ACT and surrounding area. Today, it trains around 20,000 students each year, touching more lives post- secondary school than any other tertiary education institution in the ACT.
Offering apprenticeships and certificate level training through to diplomas, bachelor degrees and graduate certificates, CIT offers the full gamut of the tertiary experience and can help you identify a training pathway to help you reach your goals, whether you are new to study or already hold qualifications.
to suit your lifestyle and experience, with lots of support along the way to help you succeed.
Don't learn what you already know - apply for our Skills Recognition program, which could reduce your study time.
through a range of scholarships and support for a range of life circumstances. Student loans are available for eligible diploma and advanced diploma level study through VET Student Loans and FEE-HELP.
All our courses have a strong focus on giving you the practical skills and experience you need for success.
with multiple opportunities for overseas experiences, funded through the Australian Government Department of Education's VET Outbound Mobility Program.
CIT has helped thousands of students change their lives for the better and achieve more than they thought they could.
Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is Canberra’s TAFE, with 20,000 students annually and over 90 years of experience in vocational education. We offer small class sizes, world-class facilities, practical hands-on experience, industry placement opportunities and study pathways to university.
Take your study or career goals to the next level. Get job-ready with CIT.
The Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is Canberra's TAFE; the largest technical and vocational education provider in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). We offer small class sizes, world-class facilities, practical hands-on learning, industry placement opportunities and study pathways to leading Australian universities.
- 90 years of vocational education in Canberra and over 25 years of teaching international students.
- 20,000 students each year, including over 1000 international students.
- ACT government institution with courses delivered to Australian national standards.
- Canberra's Technical and Further Education (TAFE*) institute.
- 5 campuses across Canberra.
- Over 1,000 staff employed by CIT
- World-class facilities including simulated training environments, libraries and information technology resources, plus new sporting and recreational centres.
- Affordable on-campus and off-campus student accommodation.
- Dedicated International Services Unit.
- Over 80 internationally-recognised courses available to international students.
- Industry placement opportunities
- Study pathways to leading Australian universities.
- Highly skilled teachers with industry knowledge, experience and connections.
- Modern teaching methods including online learning and live virtual classrooms.
CIT Courses
CIT offers Certificate to Bachelor Degree level qualifications designed for people who want to study for a career, gain new skills, change careers or prepare for further study. Our internationally-recognised courses offer practical experience, not just theory, so students graduate with invaluable industry skills and connections.
- Art, Design & Multimedia
- Business, Accounting & IT
- Community Services & Medical Care
- English & Study Preparation
- Fitness, Health & Beauty
- Hospitality, Tourism & Events
- Science, Construction & Environment
- CIT Bachelor Degrees
CIT Students
We have welcomed thousands of international students from over 100 countries in the past decade, creating a rich and vibrant campus culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
Students begin their journey with CIT at International Orientation Day and are supported all the way through to their Graduation by CIT and the International Services Unit.
Discover more about CIT through our Student Stories.
Student Services
CIT offers a wide range of support services and facilities to assist international students in successfully completing their studies and enhance their personal lives during their stay in Canberra.
From pre-enrolment support to support during your studies, we've got you covered.
- 2010 ACT Training Excellence Large Registered Training Organisation Award for outstanding achievements in the delivery of vocational education and training.
- 2010 ACT Training Excellence ACT Australian Apprentice of the Year: Ross Ingham, a Certificate III in Plumbing.
- 2010 ACT Training Excellence ACT Vocational Student of the Year: Sharon Dale, an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy student at CIT.
- 2014 ACT Training Excellence, ACT Large Registered Training Organisation of the Year
- 2015 ACT Training Excellence, ACT Large Registered Training Organisation of the Year
- 2015 ACT Vocational Student of the Year, Hanna Darmody
- 2015 ACT Apprentice of the Year, Supi Ma'ilei
- 2016 ACT Australian Apprentice of the Year, Shane Dealy
- 2016 Australian Training Awards, Australian Apprentice of the Year, Shane Dealy
