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Education System
The education system in Australia is managed primarily by each state government who fund and regulate both public and private schools within that state. Education is compulsory up to the age of 15-17 (age varies depending on the state) which generally covers primary and secondary education.
Each state has a Vocational Education and Training (VET) or Technical and Further Education (TAFE) system. VET prepares students for careers that do not require a university degree. This system is managed by each state government although the curriculum must address the mutually agreed competencies as determined on a national level. VET is transferable between all states. Typically, a VET/TAFE course takes two years of study.
Universities are funded by the federal government but are governed independently with each setting their own curriculum. In total there are 37 public universities and 2 private universities in Australia.
