Tabor College

Tabor College specialises in equipping and empowering community professionals such as teachers, counsellors, youth workers, musicians, pastors, creative communicators and intercultural workers. Tabor College is a Tertiary Education Provider offering wide-ranging levels of study, from Undergraduate Certificates to Postgraduate Degrees.

As a medium-sized college with smaller class sizes, Tabor College excels in student support, scoring a 93% positive rating in the National Student Experience Survey. The report puts Tabor College at Number One in the Nation for Student Overall Satisfaction at Undergraduate level. And that's for all Higher Education providers including Universities!

At Tabor College, you will study as part of a community where the approach to teaching is personal, interactive and relational. A strong practical focus in all their courses will ensure that you are career ready when you graduate. You'll be encouraged to live a life of purpose and will be prepared for a meaningful career and the fulfilment of your professional goals.

Tabor’s entire approach to teaching and learning is infused by a Christian ethos that recognises spiritual formation as essential to flourishing in life and work. Tabor College welcomes students of all backgrounds into a community of learning that strives for excellence in virtue, wisdom, and the pursuit of knowledge and the cultivation of skills.

Tabor's Millswood campus is located just five minutes south of the city, with plenty of parking and easy access via public transport. Many of Tabor's students, however, are located all around Australia and study online.

#1 in South Australia for Student Experience

Tabor outperformed all three SA public universities – Flinders, Adelaide, and UniSA – in both Undergraduate and Postgraduate Quality of Educational Experience.

#1 in Australia for Teacher Education

Undergraduate Teacher Education – Quality of Educational Experience
→ Tabor ranked #1 in Australia (score: 94.2)
→ Outperformed 100+ other higher education providers nationwide

Source: QILT Student Experience Survey 2024

Tabor College offers a number of admission pathways, taking into account a wide range of qualifications and experience. 

Find out more about the admission requirements for Tabor College courses

• Alternative entry for current students in Year 12 or 13 is available through the Tabor College School Supported Entry (TSSE) application, through which students may be offered a provisional place regardless of ATAR achieved. More detail about the criteria for such an application can be found here.

All courses can be deferred for a period of up to 12 months.

Tabor College seeks to maximise the credit that students can gain for learning already undertaken. Therefore, applicants may be granted formal recognition for the knowledge and skills they have achieved through previous training, education, and experience, and consequent exemption from particular units within an accredited course.

Find out more about Tabor’s credit transfer procedures

Tabor College has two commencement periods: semester 1 (late February to early March) and semester 2 (late July to early August). There is no disadvantage to students who commence their study in semester 2.

Find out more about Tabor College timetables and calendars 

Access and Inclusion

Tabor College is committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive culture in which all students and staff are valued. They understand how your study may be impacted by personal circumstances, physical disability, mental health or medical conditions, and strive to ensure that no one is unfairly disadvantaged. Tabor's dedicated Student Success and Wellbeing officers are trained to work with students of all needs and abilities to provide a fair and supportive pathway to success. For further information call (08) 8373 8777.

Academic Support

Whether you need help with writing an assignment, accessing resources online, or juggling study with work and life, Tabor College has the people and systems in place to see you through. If you’re struggling with an aspect of study, don’t hesitate to reach out to academicsupport@adelaide.tabor.edu.au, or visit the Student Academic Tool Kit or Digital Help Centre online. Tabor's friendly support staff will point you in the right direction to give you the help you need!

Counselling

Students on campus and those studying online can access personal counselling (face-to-face or via Zoom) at significantly reduced rates via Tabor's Life Design Counselling Centres.

For further information about Life Design counsellors, fees, to book a counselling session or any other queries visit life-design.com.au or call (08) 8373 8707 during office hours.

Library

Tabor's library services team (on campus and online) is committed to supporting students across all courses and levels of study. Tabor's library team are smart people and people-smart – they love to help and have the skills to do so. Most students report feeling safer and less alone following a meeting with one of these special angels.

You can chat to a librarian or set up a time to meet, online at: library@adelaide.tabor.edu.au

Download Tabor College handbooks and prospectus 

For further information contact Tabor College on (08) 8373 8777, email enquiry@adelaide.tabor.edu.au, or visit the reception at our Millswood campus. 

The Tabor College Open Day provides an opportunity to talk directly with those who lecture in their various programs. 

Open Day will be held on Sunday, 2nd August 2026 at our Millswood campus 181 Goodwood Road Millswood SA 5034.

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181 Goodwood Road
Millswood SA 5034

Telephone: (08) 8373 8777

Email: enquiry@adelaide.tabor.edu.au 

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