Our Southport campus is conveniently located in the Gold Coast CBD next to the Australia Fair shopping centre and across the road from the beautiful Broadwater Parklands. The campus' central location offers plenty of places to eat or relax between classes. The campus is regularly serviced by public transport including the new light rail with a G:link station on its doorstep.
View our exciting range of courses available on the Gold Coast:
Featured courses
Kick start your career with this entry-level course that will set you up with the foundation skills you need to succeed as an assistant childcare worker.
Advance your career in nursing with this high-level course that will qualify you to seek registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
Kick start your career in the community services industry with this entry-level qualification. Gain the practical skills and knowledge needed to provide individual support in aged care as well as home and community settings.
Upgrade your career in beauty with this high-level qualification from TAFE Queensland. You will learn advanced skills that will help you to progress as a beauty therapist.
Upgrade your fitness career with this mid-level qualification. Gain the specialised skills employers are looking for and start work as personal trainer or fitness instructor.
Launch your hospitality career with this course offering practical skills and hands-on experience. Prepare yourself with a well-rounded knowledge of the hospitality industry or continue with further study.
Take the next step with this mid-level qualification in crime and justice studies. The course was developed in consultation with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) to increase employability in crime and justice related fields.
Re-focus your industry skills and take the next step to enter the vocational education and training sector. This course provides specialised skills and knowledge to design, develop, deliver and assess vocational training courses.
Featured courses
Kick start your career with this entry-level course that will set you up with the foundation skills you need to succeed as an assistant childcare worker.
Advance your career in nursing with this high-level course that will qualify you to seek registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
Kick start your career in the community services industry with this entry-level qualification. Gain the practical skills and knowledge needed to provide individual support in aged care as well as home and community settings.
Upgrade your career in beauty with this high-level qualification from TAFE Queensland. You will learn advanced skills that will help you to progress as a beauty therapist.
Upgrade your fitness career with this mid-level qualification. Gain the specialised skills employers are looking for and start work as personal trainer or fitness instructor.
Launch your hospitality career with this course offering practical skills and hands-on experience. Prepare yourself with a well-rounded knowledge of the hospitality industry or continue with further study.
Take the next step with this mid-level qualification in crime and justice studies. The course was developed in consultation with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) to increase employability in crime and justice related fields.
Re-focus your industry skills and take the next step to enter the vocational education and training sector. This course provides specialised skills and knowledge to design, develop, deliver and assess vocational training courses.
News and events
Real job outcomes for aged care students
After a vocational placement with one of Australia’s most innovative and leading aged care providers, four TAFE Queensland aged care students have secured work as personal care workers.
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Studying English 'down under'
When Nathaly Pinzon decided to study English in America she thought she'd made the right choice. But after her sister sung the praises of studying in Australia, she decided to take her studies 'down under'.
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From accountant to nurse
Bachelor of Business graduate Tracy Wick was working in accounting and bookkeeping when she decided to make the bold move to study nursing at TAFE Queensland.
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Our Southport campus offers vibrant spaces and advanced learning technologies. Facilities include a refreshed customer service centre with touch screens for enquiries and contemporary new study zones. Study areas include animal care, business, child care, community services, fitness, general education, hairdressing and beauty, hospitality and cookery, health, nursing, retail, and tourism and events.
Facilities and Services
- Computer rooms
- Customer service centre
- Hair and beauty salon
- IELTS test centre
- Independent learning centre
- International student centre
- Library
- Student refreshment facilities
- Student support centre
Street Address:
91-99 Scarborough Street,
Southport Qld 4215
Postal Address:
PO Box 5547,
GCMC Qld 9726
| Monday | 8:00am-4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:00am-4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00am-4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:00am-4:30pm |
| Friday | 8:00am-4:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
There are bus stops located out the front of the campus on Scarborough Street and a light rail station across the road.
Cycling could be another cost effective option to get to campus with bike racks available on Nerang Street.
Undercover on-site car parking is available at the Southport campus for a small fee.
