Canberra Institute of Technology

Campus setting	Suburban
Living cost	RM 4,339 per month
Student population	Large (More than 10,000)
International students	15%
Institution type	Public

About Canberra Institute of Technology

The Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is a vocational education provider in Canberra, the Australian Capital Territory, and is one of a system of TAFEs. Students are free to enjoy the qualifications offeres by CIT which start from the range of certificate to degree level. CIT has four campuses across Canberra, located in Bruce, Reid, Phillip and Fyshwick. CIT also has two learning centres in Tuggeranong Town Centre and Gungahlin which are primarily for students studying via flexible or distance learning.

At Canberra Institute of Technology we have a dedicated Brand and Business Development Division adept at finding training solutions in partnership with industry and community organisations. With the experience and depth of knowledge to help organisations find the right solutions for employees and employers alike, CIT Solutions draws on the expertise of the academic staff of CIT, as well as carefully selected contractors and consultants from industry and academia. CIT can confidently boast about their industry specialist trainers carrying out current industry expertise into every training situation, keen to work closely with existing and new clients to design niche training options for your company. CIT takes pride in having designed training solutions for local, national and international partners.

Campus information

CIT has four campuses across Canberra, located in Bruce, Reid, Phillip and Fyshwick. CIT also has two learning centres in Tuggeranong Town Centre and Gungahlin which are primarily for students studying via flexible or distance learning. CIT Reid campus has a student-run restaurant, child care centre, hair dressing studio, beauty salon and travel agency. CIT Bruce campus has a student-run massage clinic and full service gym. CIT Reid located at the suburb of Reid is on the edge of the Canberra city centre, with Canberra's main bus interchange.

Accommodation

For international students, CIT offers a range of accommodation options to suit almost every need with on-campus, off-campus and homestay accommodation. The on-campus accommodation which is a hostel that is a footstep away from classes. There are two on-campus accomodations that are provided which are CIT Bruce Residence (close to CIT Bruce) and Monterey Appartments (close to CIT Reid). CIT Bruce Residence is a three-minute walk from classrooms, canteen, library, gym and the CIT Accommodation Office. Monterey Appartments on the other hand, is positioned centrally, these apartments are close to the national museums and galleries, shops, restaurants, cafes, cinemas, theatres, transport and Canberra's beautiful Lake Burley Griffin.

There are also homestay accommodation where international students may choose to stay with an Australian family and experience the exchange of culture in a supportive learning environment.