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Automotive mechanic course for international students

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC COURSE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Automotive Mechanic Course for International Students

Embark on an exciting journey with our Automotive Mechanic Course, specially designed for international students. Gain the skills to excel in the dynamic world of automotive mechanics, from light vehicles to complex diagnostic work.

Automotive Mechanic students studying in Australia

Your Studies

What You'll Study

Embark on an exciting journey with our Automotive Mechanic Course, specially designed for international students. Gain the skills to excel in the dynamic world of automotive mechanics, from light vehicles to complex diagnostic work.

Automotive mechanic courses in Australia cover engine systems, transmissions, braking and steering systems, electrical and electronic diagnostics, fuel systems, and air conditioning. You will train on modern vehicles using industry-standard diagnostic software and workshop tools.

A significant portion of your learning takes place in purpose-built workshops simulating real garage environments. Work health and safety, customer service, and parts ordering are also covered so you are job-ready from day one.

Completion leads to a Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology - one of Australia's most recognised trade qualifications.

Automotive Mechanic career outcomes in Australia

Entry Requirements

Where This Leads

Qualified automotive mechanics find work at independent workshops, franchise dealerships, fleet operators, and mining and construction companies across Australia.

Automotive mechanical trades appear on state and territory skilled occupation lists, giving graduates access to state-nominated skilled visas (subclass 190/491) as a direct pathway to permanent residency.

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum age: 18 years or older
  • Academic: Year 12 or equivalent international qualification
  • English: Minimum IELTS 5.5-6.0 for non-native speakers

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Cost and duration of Automotive Mechanic courses in Australia

Fees & Timeline

Cost, Duration & Intake Dates

The Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology sits at AQF Level 3, and most providers deliver it over roughly 12 months of full-time study, with the timetable built around significant workshop and diagnostic practice. Indicative tuition for international students is commonly in the region of AUD 8,000 to 18,000 for the complete qualification, but this varies by provider and city.

Providers usually run several intakes a year, often clustered around February, April or May, July and October, giving you flexibility on when you start. Workshop capacity can limit places, so early enrolment is sensible if you have a preferred start date.

All of these figures are indicative and subject to change. Active Study identifies the right provider for light vehicle mechanical training and confirms the current tuition, tool or uniform costs and exact intake dates before you enrol.

Permanent residency pathway after a Automotive Mechanic course in Australia

Study to PR

Your PR Pathway After This Course

Once you complete the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, the typical next step is to build Australian workplace experience, applying where eligible for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) so you can keep working as a mechanic and strengthen your skills assessment.

As the course outlines, automotive mechanical trades appear on state and territory skilled occupation lists, which means the main pathway is state nomination through a subclass 190 permanent visa or a subclass 491 regional provisional visa rather than a single national list. Whether you are eligible depends on your points total, a positive skills assessment and which states are actively nominating mechanics at the time.

Occupation lists, points thresholds and assessment rules change regularly, so this is not a guaranteed outcome. Active Study's MARA-registered agents will review your circumstances and design a step-by-step plan toward permanent residency based on the current settings.

Automotive Mechanic Course - Frequently Asked Questions

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Our Process

From Free Assessment to Permanent Residency

Step 01

Complete Your Free Assessment

Fill out our free online study and PR assessment. You'll get clarity on which courses you qualify for, estimated tuition costs, and what your permanent residency pathway could look like.

Step 02

Meet Your Consultant

A one-on-one consultation with one of our education and migration experts. Using the reverse-engineered approach, we map your goals to specific courses, visa types and timelines, and present you with a tailored plan.

Step 03

We Handle the Process

Active Study manages your course enrolment with the right institution and prepares and lodges your visa application with the Department of Home Affairs - handling all documentation to ensure full compliance.

Step 04

Study, Then Settle

Once your visa is approved, you begin studying with our team available for ongoing support. As you progress, we advise you on graduate visa options, skilled migration pathways, and the next steps toward permanent residency.

Study Anywhere in Australia

Study Automotive Mechanic Across Australia

Active Study has offices in 6 cities across Australia. Our local teams help you settle in, find the right provider, and navigate your student visa.

Sydney

NSW

201 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000

Melbourne

VIC

172 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Brisbane

QLD

1 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

Gold Coast

QLD

50 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

Parramatta

NSW

12 Darcy St, Parramatta NSW 2150

Hobart

TAS

115 Macquarie St, Hobart TAS 7000

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