Gold Coast, QLD • Automotive Engineering

Automotive Engineering Courses in Gold Coast

Q: Is Gold Coast eligible for regional post-study work visa extensions?

Yes. Gold Coast is classified as a Designated Regional Area (Category 2 - Major Regional Centre) . International students who graduate from a campus in Gold Coast qualify for 1 additional year (or up to 2 years) on their Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa and gain 5 extra points towards Australian Permanent Residency.

Q: What are the top universities and institutions for Automotive Engineering in Gold Coast?

Leading registered CRICOS providers offering Automotive Engineering programs in Gold Coast include Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd, Brighton Pacific Pty Ltd, TAFE Queensland, GLOBAL TRAINING INNOVATIONS PTY. LTD. .

Q: What are the career and permanent residency (PR) prospects for Automotive Engineering graduates in Gold Coast?

Automotive Engineering qualifications offer strong career prospects in Gold Coast and across Australia. Occupations in this discipline are featured on the Trade Shortage (MLTSSL) , opening pathways to Subclass 189, 190, and 491 visas.

State: Queensland • Living Cost: $360 - $500 / week

Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa)

Explore 122 accredited CRICOS-registered automotive engineering degrees and vocational courses in Gold Coast. Compare university tuition fees, qualification levels, and post-study work visa rights.

Total Courses

122

CRICOS Automotive courses

Average Total Fee

$12,842

Across all qualifications

Lowest Course Fee

$3,000

Affordable options

Post-Study Visa

+1 Yr Regional

Subclass 485 work rights

Location & Visa Advantage

Studying Automotive Engineering in Gold Coast (QLD)

Because Gold Coast is a Designated Regional Area (Category 2 - Major Regional Centre), international graduates completing at least 2 academic years of study in Gold Coast qualify for an extra 1 year on their Subclass 485 Post-Study Work Visa and 5 bonus migration points for Australian Permanent Residency.

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Top Institutions for Automotive Engineering in Gold Coast

Leading registered providers

Registered Australian universities and higher education institutions offering accredited automotive engineering programs in Gold Coast.

Institution Name	Location	Courses	Campus Type	Explore
Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd CRICOS: 02035F • Private	FOREST LAKE, QLD	15 courses	Major Metro	View →
Brighton Pacific Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03430J • Private	Uppper Mount Gravatt, QLD	6 courses	Major Metro	View →
TAFE Queensland CRICOS: 03020E • Government	South Brisbane, QLD	5 courses	Major Metro	View →
GLOBAL TRAINING INNOVATIONS PTY. LTD. CRICOS: 03413K • Private	MANSFIELD, QLD	5 courses	Major Metro	View →
Victorian Institute of Applied Learning Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03922M • Private	Eight Mile Plains, QLD	5 courses	Major Metro	View →
Skilled Services Australia Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03328G • Private	Slacks Creek, QLD	4 courses	Major Metro	View →
INTERNATIONAL FITNESS INSTITUTE PTY LTD CRICOS: 03841A • Private	CARINDALE, QLD	4 courses	Major Metro	View →
Mechtech Institute Pty Ltd CRICOS: 04431M • Private	FORESTDALE, QLD	3 courses	Major Metro	View →
GSB College Pty Ltd CRICOS: 04443G • Private	ASPLEY, QLD	3 courses	Major Metro	View →
Northampton College Pty Ltd CRICOS: 04457A • Private	TINGALPA, QLD	3 courses	Major Metro	View →

Automotive Engineering Courses by Degree Level in Gold Coast

Distribution of automotive engineering course offerings across academic levels.

Qualification

Certificate IV

47 courses

Qualification

Diploma

21 courses

Qualification

Certificate III

10 courses

Qualification

Vocational Short Course

1 courses

Accredited Automotive Engineering Courses in Gold Coast

Showing 30 courses

Verified CRICOS-registered courses with full tuition fee schedules and duration details.

Course Name & Code	Institution	Level & Duration	Work Placement	Estimated Total Fee
Drive multi-combination vehicle CRICOS: 120065G	Mechtech Institute Pty Ltd FORESTDALE, QLD	Vocational Short Course 1 Weeks	—	$3,000
Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology CRICOS: 103678H	Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd FOREST LAKE, QLD	Certificate II 33 Weeks	—	$5,000
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120485J	GSB College Pty Ltd ASPLEY, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$5,500
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120624C	GSB College Pty Ltd ASPLEY, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$5,500
Diploma of Automotive Technology CRICOS: 095324E	Skilled Services Australia Pty Ltd Slacks Creek, QLD	Diploma 26 Weeks	—	$5,900
Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology CRICOS: 120656F	Northampton College Pty Ltd TINGALPA, QLD	Certificate III 26 Weeks	—	$6,000
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120659C	Northampton College Pty Ltd TINGALPA, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$6,000
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling CRICOS: 103582E	Skilled Services Australia Pty Ltd Slacks Creek, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$6,500
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 113845D	Skilled Services Australia Pty Ltd Slacks Creek, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$6,500
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120623D	Skilled Services Australia Pty Ltd Slacks Creek, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$6,500
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 102855D	Cambridge Academy of English Pty Ltd SLACKS CREEK, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$6,800
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120266J	Cambridge Academy of English Pty Ltd SLACKS CREEK, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$6,800
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling CRICOS: 103581F	TAFE Queensland South Brisbane, QLD	Certificate IV 38 Weeks	—	$6,900
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 095395A	TAFE Queensland South Brisbane, QLD	Certificate IV 20 Weeks	—	$7,200
Certificate IV in Automotive Management CRICOS: 102971M	TAFE Queensland South Brisbane, QLD	Certificate IV 22 Weeks	Integrated WIL	$7,200
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120279D	TAFE Queensland South Brisbane, QLD	Certificate IV 20 Weeks	—	$7,200
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120358E	Australian Technical Training Institute of Queensland Pty Ltd DARRA, QLD	Certificate IV 24 Weeks	—	$8,000
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 091667C	New England Institute of Technology Pty Ltd East Brisbane, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$9,500
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling CRICOS: 103583D	New England School of English Pty. Ltd. East Brisbane, QLD	Certificate IV 26 Weeks	—	$9,500
Diploma of Automotive Management CRICOS: 091685A	Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd FOREST LAKE, QLD	Diploma 1.0 Years (54 wks)	—	$10,000
Diploma of Automotive Technology CRICOS: 091701F	Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd FOREST LAKE, QLD	Diploma 1.2 Years (64 wks)	Integrated WIL	$10,000
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling CRICOS: 103579M	Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd FOREST LAKE, QLD	Certificate IV 1.1 Years (57 wks)	Integrated WIL	$10,000
Diploma of Automotive Management CRICOS: 120378A	Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd FOREST LAKE, QLD	Diploma 1.0 Years (54 wks)	—	$10,000
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 0101456	BRISBANE PROFESSIONAL COLLEGE PTY LTD KENMORE, QLD	Certificate IV 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$11,450
Diploma of Automotive Technology CRICOS: 0101457	BRISBANE PROFESSIONAL COLLEGE PTY LTD KENMORE, QLD	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$11,450
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120304H	BRISBANE PROFESSIONAL COLLEGE PTY LTD KENMORE, QLD	Certificate IV 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$11,450
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 091675C	GLOBAL TRAINING INNOVATIONS PTY. LTD. MANSFIELD, QLD	Certificate IV 48 Weeks	—	$11,500
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 120295D	GLOBAL TRAINING INNOVATIONS PTY. LTD. MANSFIELD, QLD	Certificate IV 48 Weeks	—	$11,500
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis CRICOS: 102386F	Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd FOREST LAKE, QLD	Certificate IV 1.3 Years (68 wks)	Integrated WIL	$12,000
Certificate IV in Automotive Body Repair Technology CRICOS: 103585B	Intech Institute of Technology Pty Ltd FOREST LAKE, QLD	Certificate IV 1.3 Years (65 wks)	Integrated WIL	$12,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Automotive Engineering courses cost in Gold Coast?

Estimated total course fees for Automotive Engineering in Gold Coast average around $12,842, starting from $3,000 for vocational or undergraduate qualifications. Tuition fees vary based on university ranking, degree level (Bachelor vs Masters), and program duration.

Is Gold Coast eligible for regional post-study work visa extensions?

What are the top universities and institutions for Automotive Engineering in Gold Coast?

What are the career and permanent residency (PR) prospects for Automotive Engineering graduates in Gold Coast?