Adult learners
We support adults who are balancing work, family and other commitments. Whether you are returning to study, changing direction or looking to formalise your experience with a recognised qualification, our degrees are designed to be practical, flexible and closely connected to real workplace needs.
You will be supported to build your skills, confidence and academic capability in an environment for students with work, family and other life responsibilities.
This is for students who are:
- working full time or part time and returning to study
- changing careers or entering a new profession
- seeking a recognised Australian degree to support your progression
- looking for more personal and practical learning that is financially realistic
Reach out to us to explore your study options.
Learn more about the subjects you could study, our course fees, and how to apply.
Featured programs
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to 5)
Master of Business Administration
Master of Research
Bachelor of Information Technology
Master of Information Technology
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) (Birth to Five)
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How to get started?
Flexible study around your life
Study flexibly around work, family and commitments, with clear schedules and online learning tools that help you stay on track.
Strong value for working adults
Study a recognised Australian degree with accessible fees, quality teaching and personalised guidance that respects your life responsibilities.
Practical, career-relevant learning
Build skills you can apply immediately through real-world projects and industry-informed teaching connected to your current or future role.
Personal academic support
Access one-to-one tutoring, learning advice and study skills support to build confidence and succeed throughout your course.
Turn experience into course credit
Use relevant work and study experience to reduce study time and focus on new learning, not repetition.
Career and employability guidance
Receive career coaching and employability support to plan your next step and prepare confidently for professional opportunities.
Why study with us?
Education for diverse journeys
Affordable fees, scholarships, and flexible study that supports diverse pathways into higher education.
In demand skills, real world impact
Study in high-demand fields and build practical skills and experiences that lead to meaningful careers.
Industry-connected learning
Industry informed programs and work-integrated learning to prepare you for the future of work.
Learning that’s personal
Small classes, workshop style teaching, and direct access to academics and industry experts.
Where you belong
A warm and inclusive community where you are supported to grow – academically and personally.
Grow with a global outlook
We are shaped by diverse voices and perspectives that help our students grow in a globally connected world.
Take the next step
Plan your return to study with a CIHE course advisor.
FAQs
Yes. Courses are designed to support students with work, family and other life responsibilities, and our team can help you understand different study modes (e.g. part-time) and workloads before you enrol.
Absolutely. CIHE Australia offers study skills workshops, 1:1 academic tutoring and learning advice to help you build confidence and develop academic skills at your own pace.
In some cases, yes. Relevant prior study or professional experience may be considered for course credit. Each application is assessed individually against course learning outcomes.
Our degrees focus on applied and industry-informed learning. You’ll complete practical assessments, real-world projects, and in some courses, work-integrated learning activities that connect your studies to professional practice. Some students complete work-integrated learning at their current place of work.
We offer accessible tuition fees designed to make higher education achievable for working adults. We also have a wide range of scholarships available – reach out to see if you may be eligible.
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A rewarding career awaits.