Course level
Associate Degree courses in Australia
Every CRICOS-registered associate degree course delivered to international students in Australia, organised by state and city. Sourced from the official CRICOS register.
Associate Degree sits at AQF level 6 on the Australian Qualifications Framework — a higher-education qualification recognised across Australia and by employers and registered providers internationally.
7 state & territory pages
0 city pages
7 total associate degree guides
Data: CRICOS register, April 2026
About Associate Degree courses in Australia
Career outcomes
Associate degrees (AQF Level 6) sit between diploma and bachelor level in higher education. Graduates may enter paraprofessional roles or articulate into the second or third year of a related bachelor with credit.
Popular providers
Delivered by universities and some private institutes of higher education. Less common than diplomas in VET, but useful where a higher-education pathway is preferred.
Duration & indicative fees
Typically 2 years full-time. Confirm credit-transfer maps into bachelor programmes in writing.
Registration & regulation
Higher-education quality standards (TEQSA) apply. Still requires CRICOS enrolment and a CoE for Subclass 500.
Associate Degree by state & territory 7
Frequently asked questions
What AQF level is a Associate Degree?
A Associate Degree sits at AQF level 6 on the Australian Qualifications Framework. Use the state and city guides on this page to find CRICOS-registered programmes at that level.
Can international students study a Associate Degree in Australia?
Yes — if the specific course appears on CRICOS and you hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a registered provider. You will also need to meet Student visa (Subclass 500), OSHC and Genuine Student requirements.
How do I choose a Associate Degree provider?
Compare CRICOS course codes, duration weeks, indicative fees, delivery city, and any professional accreditation you need. Start with the state or city pages linked below, then open individual course and provider profiles.